Big Collab brings Tucson nonprofits together to support women, girls
More than 20 Tucson nonprofits gathered for the Big Collab, an event designed to foster partnerships and share resources that support women and girls in the community.
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Tucson protesters take aim at political backers
Tucson activists are shifting their focus from protesting U.S. Rep. Juan Ciscomani’s policies to challenging the financial backers who support his campaigns.
Tucson Spotlight welcomes San Miguel High School interns
Tucson Spotlight has partnered with San Miguel High School to host three student interns who will help produce a weekly Spanish-language newsletter and create bilingual social media content.
Ward 5 funding gives $10K boost to El Foco de Tucson
Tucson’s City Council voted last Tuesday to approve Ward 5’s budget surplus, which included $10,000 to fund Spanish-language news coverage for underserved communities.
Tucson Spotlight joins 19th News Network
Tucson Spotlight has joined The 19th News Network, a national coalition of newsrooms dedicated to advancing racial and gender equity through collaborative, community-driven journalism.
Spotlight co-founder Barnett to speak at Phoenix Diálogo
Tucson Spotlight co-founder Susan Barnett will join a September panel, where journalists and community leaders will discuss challenges and opportunities in Latino-led local news.
Archer Center volunteers repurpose bags into sleeping mats
Retirees at the Fred Archer Center are transforming donated plastic bags into lightweight sleeping mats, which they deliver to Sister José Women’s Center to support women experiencing homelessness.
HGTV to feature Tucson’s Bottle House
Tucson’s Bottle House, a unique home built from thousands of recycled glass bottles, will make its national TV debut on HGTV’s "Zillow Gone Wild" next month.
Tucson nonprofit spreads positivity with handmade affirmations
A Tucson nonprofit is lifting community members' spirits by selling handmade affirmation cards paired with bracelets, with a portion of proceeds supporting scholarships.