Tucson steps up efforts to address homelessness and housing
The city is prioritizing housing initiatives, shelter services, and legal reforms to address homelessness, public safety, and community challenges.
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News about Pima County, Tucson, South Tucson, Oro Valley and Marana.
Arizona school chief says he lacked vision amid soaring universal voucher costs
Arizona's universal voucher program has exceeded $800 million in costs, with Superintendent Tom Horne admitting a lack of financial projections while defending the program against criticism of mismanagement and inequity.
New Oro Valley subdivision to focus on open space and sustainability
Oro Valley has approved a 31-lot residential subdivision emphasizing open space, sustainability, and neighborhood compatibility following community feedback.
Tucson protesters mark Inauguration Day with march against “billionaire agenda"
Hundreds of protesters in Tucson marched Monday President Trump’s second-term agenda, uniting activist groups to advocate for immigrant rights, social justice, and grassroots resistance.
South Tucson pop-up exhibit celebrates iconic Chicano photographer
Residents can explore "Louis Carlos Bernal: Retrospectivita Chiquita" at South Tucson City Hall through Friday. The exhibition celebrates Bernal’s legacy and his artistic focus on the lives and culture of Mexican Americans.
South Tucson braces for mass deportations
The council approved a statement opposing mass deportation by a vote of 5-1, with Councilmember Paul Diaz casting the lone “no” vote.
Dual citizenship with Mexico gains momentum in Southern Arizona
With threats of mass deportations from incoming president Donald Trump, many people believe that securing their dual citizenship is more important than ever.
Tucson Water turns to herds for sustainable landscape management
The initiative combines land management and sustainability, leveraging goats as a natural, less invasive tool.
Digital loan costs strain Pima County Library as ebook demand soars
Libraries have to purchase each individual copy of each title they want to offer as an ebook, which come at a steep markup and are time or loan-limited.
