Tucson’s Bricks & Minifigs levels up with new space
Bricks & Minifigs Tucson has reopened in a larger, upgraded location, giving LEGO fans of all ages more room to build, connect, and celebrate creativity.
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Tucson’s El Tiradito endures as a beacon of faith and memory
As Día de los Muertos and All Souls Procession bring Tucsonans together in remembrance, the century-old El Tiradito shrine continues to glow with candles lit for love, loss and enduring faith.
Tucson Spotlight launches campaign to support emerging journalists
Tucson Spotlight has launched its “Fund the Future of Journalism” campaign, a community-driven effort to raise money for paid internships and training opportunities that help prepare the next generation of Southern Arizona reporters.
Protesters demand transparency over alleged ICE facility on south side
More than 50 protesters marched to a Border Patrol site on Tucson’s south side, raising concerns that the facility may be storing unmarked ICE vehicles and calling for greater transparency in immigration enforcement.
Book revisits woman’s fight against Tucson’s urban renewal
Historian Lydia R. Otero’s “Storied Property” tells the story of María Cordova, who defied eviction during Tucson’s 1960s urban renewal and became a symbol of resilience amid the city’s erased Mexican American past.
Shogun’s steady tradition keeps diners coming back
For more than 30 years, Shogun on Oracle Road has earned loyal diners with its familiar sushi, family-like atmosphere, and a timeless sense of comfort that never goes out of style.
Cal’s Bakeshop revives Broadway donut shop with vegan twist
Cal’s Bakeshiop has opened at the former Winchell’s Donut House location, where owner Caleb “Cal” Orellana is carving out a fresh place in Tucson’s food scene.
UA’s prison garden program works to grow its future
A program that helped incarcerated fathers strengthen family bonds through gardening and parenting lessons has been put on hold after federal funding expired.
Fresh Start Expo helps Tucson residents clear records, rebuild lives
The 5th Fresh Start Expo helped formerly incarcerated residents clear records, restore rights and access resources for housing, jobs and recovery.