Ward 3 candidates clash over community concerns
Ward 3 candidates Janet Wittenbraker, Sadie Shaw and Kevin Dahl debated key local issues including accessibility, immigration, and homelessness at a recent community forum.
Alarma en Condado Pima sobre impacto ambiental de un centro de datos
Pima County aprobó un proyecto de centro de datos de IA de mil millones de dólares, a pesar de la preocupación por su significativo consumo de agua y su impacto ambiental en una región propensa a sequías.
UA faces backlash over Native representation
UA faculty and students are calling for the removal of Native American Initiatives director Tessa Dysart, citing concerns over her appointment, qualifications, and treatment of Indigenous students.
Tucson nonprofits unify against proposed federal funding cuts
Proposed funding cuts in the upcoming federal budget have drawn concern and criticism from Tucson nonprofits who provide esssential services to communities across Southern Arizona.
Tucson Spotlight named finalist for national journalism award
Tucson Spotlight has been named a finalist for LION Publishers’ New Business of the Year award, recognizing its early impact and commitment to sustainable, community-driven journalism in Southern Arizona.
Data center’s environmental impact raises alarm in Pima County
Pima County approved a billion-dollar AI data center project amid concerns over its significant water use and environmental impact in the drought-prone region.
Estudio de la UA vincula medidas de seguridad con menor riesgo de cáncer en bomberos
Los primeros resultados de un estudio dirigido por la Universidad de Arizona muestran que las donaciones de sangre y la mejora en prácticas de seguridad pueden ayudar a reducir la exposición de los bomberos a sustancias químicas relacionadas con el cáncer.
Hernandez incident at campaign event raises First Amendment concerns
CD7 candidate Daniel Hernandez is facing criticism after allegedly grabbing and throwing a man’s phone during a heated confrontation at a campaign event in Bisbee.
UA study links safety steps to lower firefighter cancer risk
Early results from a University of Arizona-led study show that blood donations and improved safety practices can help reduce firefighters’ exposure to cancer-linked chemicals.
