South Tucson City Council swears in new members, makes leadership changes
The council's new members pointed to public safety as their top priority, along with making sure the city’s departments are well funded.
Elections
News about state and local elections.
Young voters react to presidential pick
Tucson Spotlight spent time on the UA campus Wednesday, talking to young voters about their post-election feelings and the implications for the future.
Voters approve most local propositions
Sahuarita's $66 million bond package is the only local initiative unlikely to be approved by voters.
Incumbents leading in several Pima County school board races
Eight K-12 districts held elections for governing board seats. Tucson Spotlight wrote about the candidates running for seats in the Tucson, Vail and Catalina Foothills districts.
Democrats take the lead in all Pima County races
In the most contentious race of the season, Democratic Sheriff Chris Nanos is leading his Republican challenger Heather Lappin with 54% of the votes, as of 11:30 p.m..
Critical issues drive Pima County voters to polls
With steady foot traffic at many local polling places, Pima County’s Election Day voter turnout was strong and included many first and second-time voters.
Assistance is available to Pima County voters with disabilities - if they ask
In 2022, 14% of voters with disabilities reported some kind of difficulty casting a ballot, more than any other group and amidst expanded access to mail-in voting during the pandemic.
Tucson teen who called out AZ senator plays a pivotal role in Harris campaign
Deja Foxx experienced homelessness in her teenage years and understands firsthand the necessity of having politicians in Congress who look like her and care about the needs of people.
Weekend push helps Pima County fill remaining ballot processing spots
A last-minute plea for help by the Pima County Recorder's Office netted a "ton" of Election Day volunteers.