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.
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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.
Tucson joins nationwide ‘No Kings’ protests
Thousands gathered across the city Saturday as part of the nationwide “No Kings” protests, calling for democracy, representation and human rights.
Prop. 417 could shape Tucson’s future
Tucson voters will decide whether to approve Proposition 417, a revised version of the city’s general plan that emphasizes governance, equity and climate resilience while setting priorities for the next decade.
Tucson leaders push for transit safety as reported incidents rise
The Tucson City Council is taking action on public transit safety after data showed thousands of incidents at bus stops and on buses.
New Tucson center supports entrepreneurs, sparks debate
The Tucson Small Business Center opened Oct. 9 to provide resources and support for local entrepreneurs, though some critics say the city should focus on larger issues like crime, homelessness, and infrastructure.
Tucson airport unshaken by government shutdown
Travelers at Tucson International Airport are seeing normal operations and minimal delays, even as the federal government shutdown disrupts air travel nationwide.