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Arizona's Tapenisa Havea makes final push at NCAA Regionals
Community

Arizona's Tapenisa Havea makes final push at NCAA Regionals

Arizona shot put and discus thrower Tap Havea has saved her best for last, winning two Big 12 titles in her senior season and heading into NCAA West Regionals with a new mindset and personal bests to show for it.

Louis Market reabre como centro cultural en Tucson
El Foco de Tucson

Louis Market reabre como centro cultural en Tucson

Una histórica tienda de esquina en el south side ha reabierto sus puertas como el Louis Market Center for Cultural Organizing, resultado de dos décadas de trabajo comunitario realizado por Regeneración y la Southwest Folklife Alliance.

UA's Richard Carmona warns of global health crisis
Schools

UA's Richard Carmona warns of global health crisis

Former U.S. Surgeon General Richard Carmona, a University of Arizona laureate professor, told UA students that cuts to global health institutions are weakening national security and accelerating the spread of disease.

Tucson's long-delayed German restaurant to open June 5
Community

Tucson's long-delayed German restaurant to open June 5

Biergarten, a Bavarian-style restaurant on Tucson's west side, opens June 5 after more than a year of permitting delays. Grand opening festivities run through the evening.

Tucson musicians bet on community over algorithm
Community

Tucson musicians bet on community over algorithm

Tucson musicians are finding new ways to build careers outside the mainstream, from house shows to DIY practice spaces, even as streaming royalties stay low and local venue payouts remain scarce.

Tucson revisa falta de vivienda y calor extremo
El Foco de Tucson

Tucson revisa falta de vivienda y calor extremo

El Concejo Municipal de Tucson revisó los datos regionales sobre la falta de vivienda, los cuales muestran una disminución del 4 % en el condado de Pima, junto con la pérdida de 200 camas en albergues, y recibió actualizaciones sobre las medidas de respuesta de la ciudad ante el calor.

Southern Arizona farmers test new tactics against drought
Community

Southern Arizona farmers test new tactics against drought

Southern Arizona farmers are testing new irrigation methods and crop strategies as Colorado River cuts and extreme heat strain the region's water supply. But researchers say individual efforts won't be enough without stronger policy support.

Rocque Perez on schools, water and housing in LD20
Elections

Rocque Perez on schools, water and housing in LD20

Former Tucson City Council member Rocque Perez is facing off against state Rep. Alma Hernandez for the open LD20 Senate seat, arguing that Southern Arizona needs leaders willing to say no to corporate interests and yes to public education.

Arizona program trains women as legal advocates
Community

Arizona program trains women as legal advocates

A new no-cost certification program is training women already serving Arizona communities to become legal advocates for neighbors facing eviction or domestic violence. Applications are due June 5.

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