UA panel honors activist Lorraine Lee’s legacy
A University of Arizona panel honors Lorraine Lee’s legacy of environmental justice, education advocacy and Latino community empowerment in Tucson.
Topacio "Topaz" Servellon
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South Tucson ends Flock camera contract
The South Tucson City Council voted 5-1-1 to cancel its Flock Safety license plate reader contract after privacy concerns, becoming the third Arizona city to cut ties with the company.
TUSD updates ICE guidelines after school detentions
Tucson Unified School District officials updated immigration enforcement guidelines after ICE detained two people outside a school, prompting educators to demand clearer campus protocols.
Tucson psychiatrist talks politics and endurance
At a recent event, psychiatrist Dr. Amit Suneja discussed choosing endurance over outrage amid growing political polarization and social media pressure.
Copper World mine proposal raises water, traffic fears
Residents packed a Sahuarita town hall to raise concerns about water use, traffic risks and environmental impacts tied to Hudbay’s proposed Copper World mine in the Santa Rita Mountains.
Rural Metro takes over South Tucson fire services
Rural Metro Fire Department begins full-time fire and EMS service in South Tucson, completing a five-week transition and guaranteeing a four-person crew.
Ex concejal de Tucson, Rocque Perez, aspira al puesto del LD20
El exconcejal de la ciudad de Tucson, Rocque Perez, se postula para el Senado del estado de Arizona en el distrito 20, desafiando a la senadora Alma Hernandez y enfatizando temas de educación, derechos laborales, medio ambiente y derechos civiles.
Protests in Tucson follow killing of Minneapolis nurse
The killing of Minneapolis nurse Alex Pretti by federal agents sparked protests and vigils in Tucson calling for accountability, transparency and an end to ICE enforcement practices.
Tucson students raise concerns over Turning Point USA club
Rincon-University students urged the TUSD board to address safety concerns after a Turning Point USA–affiliated group appeared on campus.