Tucson’s Zero Waste events aim to cut holiday landfill surge
The City of Tucson is hosting biannual zero waste drop-off events to help residents divert reusable and recyclable items from landfills during the peak holiday waste season.
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Tucson leaders, young residents connect at first Democracy Forum
Local officials and young Tucson residents gathered at the inaugural Democracy Forum to discuss accountability, housing, public education and community well-being.
Grijalva returns to Pueblo High for homecoming swearing-in
Newly sworn U.S. Rep. Adelita Grijalva marked her return to Pueblo High School with a community swearing-in ceremony, outlining her early legislative priorities and pledging to fight for public education, immigrant rights and sacred lands.
South Tucson residents navigate a “Food Prison” after grocery closure
The closure of South Tucson’s only full-service grocery store has intensified safety concerns and deepened long-standing inequities as residents and advocates push for solutions.
Tucson City Council marks historic shift in representation
Tucson swore in a City Council Tuesday with a record number of women, following its largest LGBTQ+ representation to date.
South Tucson delays Flock camera vote
South Tucson leaders postponed a decision on whether to continue using Flock Safety cameras after heated public debate.
Tucson hosts first Democracy Forum to elevate young voices
Tucson’s first-ever Democracy Forum on Dec. 5 will bring residents, young professionals and local leaders together to confront major civic issues and ensure younger voices are centered in shaping the city’s future.
Tucson, Pima County discuss new public safety measures amid dual crisis
City and county leaders discussed new public safety actions in a rare joint meeting Tuesday, identifying strategies, gaps and possible solutions.
MOCA exhibit spotlights south side's long fight for clean water
A new MOCA exhibition, “Living with Injury,” honors the south side residents who have spent decades battling TCE contamination and highlights how the environmental crisis continues to affect the community today.