Federal workers, leaders rally amid government shutdown
Federal workers and local leaders gathered in Tucson Monday, highlighting its impact on families, essential services and federal employees’ livelihoods.
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Tucson groups continue to push back on Project Blue
At a late-September town hall, Tucson activists raised concerns over Project Blue’s water and energy use and pushed for public power.
Rio Nuevo eyes sporting club, U.K.-style pub for downtown
Rio Nuevo is considering funding a state-of-the-art sporting club and a U.K.-style pub to support economic development in downtown Tucson.
Tucson activists educate public as Project Blue returns
Tucson residents are organizing a “winter school” to learn about and oppose the environmental and energy impacts of the revived Project Blue Amazon data center proposal.
Oro Valley council advances Vistoso Trails plans amid resident concerns
The Oro Valley Town Council advanced plans for the Vistoso Trails Nature Preserve, including a 2.5-acre irrigation pond, walking paths, and a memorial space, even as residents voiced frustration over delays and water-use concerns.
South Tucson leaders hail AG’s action against unsafe apartment complexes
Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes has ordered four Tucson apartment complexes owned by Brian Bowers to fix unsafe conditions, drawing praise from local leaders and tenant advocates.
Southern Arizona’s first trauma recovery center opens in Tucson
Southern Arizona’s first Trauma Recovery Center has opened in Tucson, providing free counseling, therapy, and case management to help survivors of violent crime heal and rebuild their lives.
Arizona court criticized for AI death penalty announcement
The Arizona Supreme Court is facing criticism for using an AI-generated reporter to announce a man’s death sentence, a move critics say dehumanizes a life-and-death decision.
Activists criticize Tucson as STAR Village prepares to open
Tucson is set to open its first sanctioned homeless sleeping site, STAR Village, while local activists and mutual aid groups criticize the city for policies they say undermine ongoing grassroots support for unhoused residents.