‘Agua Para el Pueblo’ project expands free summer water stations
A Tucson mutual aid project is expanding its network of free water stations to help keep people safe and hydrated during the summer heat.
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Caridad kitchen expands meals, job training under new leadership
Caridad Community Kitchen in Tucson is expanding its free meal services and culinary job training programs under new leadership to address rising food insecurity and support workforce development.
Kingston Kitchen brings bold Jamaican flavors and culture to Tucson
Kingston’s Kitchen, Tucson’s only Jamaican restaurant, offers authentic island cuisine while serving as a cultural hub for the city’s Caribbean community and curious locals.
Tucsonans rally on May Day for immigrant rights, constitutional protections
More than 1,000 Tucsonans gathered on May Day to demand immigrant rights, worker protections, and constitutional justice.
Flandrau’s iconic glass windows restored by local artist
After a summer storm destroyed the Flandrau Science Center’s iconic spectrum-colored windows, Tucson artist Paul Anders-Stout meticulously restored the landmark installation, preserving its legacy and meaning for future generations.
Nick’s Sari-Sari keeps Filipino culture alive in Southern Arizona
Nick’s Sari-Sari Store, Tucson’s only Filipino restaurant, serves as both a culinary destination and a cultural anchor for the city’s growing Filipino community.
Tucson artists unveil mural linking struggles for liberation across borders
Tucson artists unveiled a new mural, Let it Weave Us, highlighting the interconnected struggles for liberation in Palestine and the U.S.-Mexico borderlands through community-driven art and activism.
High schoolers turn sunshine into speed at SARSEF solar kart showdown
High school students from across Arizona put their engineering skills to the test in Tucson by designing, building and racing solar-powered go-karts after months of hands-on STEM training.
New art collective takes root in historic Tucson temple
The Temple Arts Collective, opening in a historic downtown Tucson building, offers a collaborative space for artists to explore new mediums and foster creativity.