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Pima County to buy troubled South Tucson motel
Region

Pima County to buy troubled South Tucson motel

Pima County is considering buying the Spanish Trail Motel, a move that could resolve South Tucson’s lawsuit against landlord Brian Bowers over fires, crime, and lingering asbestos at the property.

Fondo busca $500 mil para familias indocumentadas
El Foco de Tucson

Fondo busca $500 mil para familias indocumentadas

La Fundación Sunnyside está recaudando $500,000 para brindar asistencia en efectivo y apoyo legal a familias indocumentadas y de estatus mixto en Tucson afectadas por la detención o deportación.

Asian student council criticizes UA cultural center consolidation
Schools

Asian student council criticizes UA cultural center consolidation

The University of Arizona’s cultural resource centers are raising concerns about the May consolidation of centers, dismissals of longtime directors, and a lack of transparency in the process.

Student brings youth voice to TUSD bond committee
Schools

Student brings youth voice to TUSD bond committee

Owen Brosanders, a senior at University High School, is the only student on Tucson Unified’s bond oversight committee, advocating for youth voices in decisions on district spending and climate-related initiatives.

Tucson fund seeks $500K for undocumented families
Community

Tucson fund seeks $500K for undocumented families

The Sunnyside Foundation is raising $500,000 to provide cash assistance and legal support to undocumented and mixed-status families in Tucson affected by detention or deportation.

Tucson moms find community on mall walks
Community

Tucson moms find community on mall walks

Tucson moms are connecting and building community through indoor mall walks, a local branch of a nationwide mom walk collective.

Tucson Casineros trae el ritmo de la salsa cubana al desierto
El Foco de Tucson

Tucson Casineros trae el ritmo de la salsa cubana al desierto

Tucson Casineros es un grupo de baile latino que comparte la alegría y la cultura de la salsa cubana con bailarines de todos los niveles cada martes por la noche.

Federal cuts threaten HIV care across Southern Arizona
Region

Federal cuts threaten HIV care across Southern Arizona

Cuts to the Ryan White Program and other federal funding are forcing SAAF and its partners to reduce essential HIV services, threatening care and support for low-income clients in southern Arizona.

Volunteers tackle trash and trouble in South Tucson
Region

Volunteers tackle trash and trouble in South Tucson

Volunteers with Casa Maria and Barrio Restoration patrol and clean South Tucson streets twice a week, connecting residents with resources and keeping an eye on the community.

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