Venezuelan family on edge after two visits from ICE
ICE agents visited a Venezuelan family in Tucson to investigate potential child trafficking concerns, despite the family’s legal status and adherence to immigration protocols.
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Pima County Young Democrats president faces threats over TikTok posts
Abby Cox, president of the Pima County Young Democrats, has received multiple threatening messages on TikTok since posting political content, with little support from law enforcement or the social media platform.
Tucson’s first shaded skate park to break ground in March
Tucson's first shaded skate park is set to break ground in March after years of advocacy by the local skateboarding community and support from the city.
Tucson ramps up wildfire prevention amid rising risks and costs
Tucson officials are exploring new wildfire prevention measures, including fire protection infrastructure updates and stricter fireworks policies, in response to rising risks, increasing insurance premiums and growing concerns.
Tucson zoning update aims to increase housing, sparks debate
Tucson’s proposed zoning update aims to ease the housing shortage with developer incentives, but some residents worry about its impact and lack of public awareness.
South Tucson targets negligent landlords with new tenant protections
South Tucson is strengthening enforcement of its Neighborhood Preservation Act to hold landlords accountable for unsafe housing conditions and protect tenant rights.
New food halls planned for downtown Tucson and Sunshine Mile
Two new food halls are planned for downtown Tucson and the Sunshine Mile, with developers working to address funding and parking challenges.
Arizona activists sound alarm as Trump dismantles environmental protections
Local environmental activists are mobilizing against President Trump’s executive orders rolling back climate policies, fearing lost funding and setbacks for community sustainability efforts.
Pima County fast-tracks wildfire mitigation plan amid growing fire risks
Supervisors are fast-tracking a wildfire mitigation plan to enhance vegetation management, assess high-risk areas, and support community efforts ahead of peak fire season.