South Tucson community garden reopens with free plots for all
La Capilla community garden in South Tucson is open again, offering free garden plots, public art and green space to residents through the Primavera Foundation.
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ICE detention bars Tucson mom from her own trial
A Tucson woman detained by ICE in January cannot attend her own shoplifting trial, as her attorney argues her detention violates her constitutional right to a speedy trial and may cost her the right to remain in the country.
Voluntario de Tucson busca justicia tras incidente con ICE
Un voluntario de respuesta rápida de Tucson fue rociado con gas pimienta por un hombre no identificado durante un control de tráfico de ICE en abril, en el sur de Tucson, y pasó semanas intentando presentar una denuncia policial antes de conseguir finalmente un número de caso.
'Democracy Now' documentary screens at Tucson's Loft Cinema
"Steal This Story, Please!," a documentary following Democracy Now co-founder Amy Goodman through three decades of independent journalism, is screening at The Loft Cinema in Tucson through June 18.
Barrio Restoration opens South Tucson community hub
Barrio Restoration has opened a new community hub in South Tucson, seven years after founder David Garcia began cleaning up the neighborhood on a bike.
Downtown Tucson mural celebrates women's history
Three Tucson muralists created "Women Weaving History," a two-story mural on the Ceres building in downtown Tucson commissioned by Rio Nuevo to honor the women who have shaped Southern Arizona's culture across generations.
Tucson DACA recipient's removal proceedings dismissed by judge
An immigration judge dismissed removal proceedings against Karla Toledo, a Tucson DACA recipient detained without a warrant by ICE on May 18, though her attorney warned ICE filed to dismiss without prejudice and could come after her again.
Tohono O'odham students showcase art in South Tucson
Students from Tohono O'odham Community College are displaying graduating work at Galleria Mitotera in South Tucson through this weekend, with pieces spanning acrylic, charcoal, beadwork and digital media.
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.