UA PhD student prepares for Garmin Marathon in Tucson
University of Arizona Ph.D. student James Hollister is gearing up for Saturday’s Garmin half marathon, inspired by Tucson’s supportive running community and scenic desert routes.
Old Pueblo Trolley celebrates Tucson transit history with free open house
The Old Pueblo Trolley museum will host a free event Saturday featuring tours, lectures and vintage buses and streetcars, marking Sun Tran’s 50th anniversary and a century of Tucson public transportation.
Cals Bakeshop revive donas de Broadway con estilo vegano
Cal’s Bakeshop ha abierto en el antiguo local de Winchell’s Donut House, donde el propietario Caleb “Cal” Orellana está creando un nuevo espacio en la escena gastronómica de Tucson.
UA approved $870K Flock Safety deal for campus surveillance
The University of Arizona approved a five-year, $870,000 deal with Flock Safety to install 62 license plate–reading cameras, while South Tucson weighs ending its own contract over privacy concerns.
Tohono Chul and Tucson City of Gastronomy celebrate desert flavors
Tohono Chul and Tucson City of Gastronomy are partnering for “Terruño: Flavors of the Desert” on Sunday, a celebration of Sonoran Desert ingredients and Tucson’s culinary heritage.
El Tiradito de Tucson perdura como un faro de fe y memoria
Mientras el Día de los Muertos y la Procesión de Todas las Almas reúnen a los habitantes de Tucson para recordar a sus difuntos, el santuario centenario de El Tiradito continúa brillando con velas encendidas por amor, pérdida y fe perdurable.
Student project helps South Tucson plan for the future
A University of Arizona urban planning class partnered with the City of South Tucson to create an award-winning toolkit that helps the community plan for an equitable, culturally rooted future.
Tucson providers push for better mental health access
As Arizona continues to rank among the worst states for mental health access, Tucson providers are working to expand care through local partnerships, telehealth, and student-led initiatives.
Tucson Spotlight headed to Indianapolis for national journalism symposium
Tucson Spotlight co-founder Caitlin Schmidt has been selected to join a national symposium for 30 journalists focused on collaborative, community-centered reporting.