Democrats lead in Tucson council races; school bonds pass
Early results showed Democrats Kevin Dahl and Miranda Schubert leading in Tucson’s contested City Council races, while voters approved key school and planning measures across the city.
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News about Pima County, Tucson, South Tucson, Oro Valley and Marana.
Marana council to vote on water rate hike plan
Town officials say gradual increases are needed over the next five years to maintain infrastructure, fund improvements and ensure reliable water service.
Tucson City Council approves major expansion of historic Fox Theatre
The city council unanimously approved the Vision 2030 project, which will add 300 seats, improve accessibility and expand facilities while preserving the landmark’s historic status.
Marana residents push back on possible ICE detention center
Local officials and residents are raising concerns after a private prison company repurchased the shuttered Marana correctional facility, fearing it could be converted into an immigration detention center.
Community members push for accountability from Rio Nuevo board
Community members are criticizing the downtown development district for using tax dollars to subsidize luxury projects instead of supporting local businesses and affordable housing.
Tucson City Council weighs homelessness declaration
Tucson officials are considering declaring homelessness a citywide emergency to ease zoning restrictions and accelerate the creation of shelters and housing.
Oro Valley seeks new town attorney, shifts oversight to council
Oro Valley is seeking a new town attorney as part of a shift returning oversight of the position to the town council, a move aimed at improving accountability and reducing legal costs.
Rio Nuevo backs new downtown projects, eyes HiFi replacement
The Rio Nuevo board approved funding for several downtown projects and heard a proposal to transform the former HiFi Kitchen and Cocktails space into a new sports bar.
Pima County updates long-term development plan
Supervisors approved an update to its long-term growth plan, adding new goals to balance housing development with conservation and sustainability over the next decade.
