TUSD updates ICE guidelines after school detentions
Tucson Unified School District officials updated immigration enforcement guidelines after ICE detained two people outside a school, prompting educators to demand clearer campus protocols.
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Satellites disrupt Tucson’s dark-sky research
Thousands of new low-Earth-orbit satellites are streaking across Tucson’s dark skies, disrupting astronomy research and raising environmental concerns.
UA students criticize LGBTQ+2S center rename
The University of Arizona renamed its LGBTQ+2S Resource Center to Pride Student Space, rejecting the top student-voted name and drawing criticism from students and former staff.
2026 AIA Boys Open Soccer bracket released, play begins Feb. 11
The 2026 AIA Boys Open State Soccer Championship bracket is out, with postseason play beginning Feb. 11 and the title match set for March 2 in Mesa.
Students showcase careers at Pima JTED program event
Pima County students demonstrated hands-on skills at Pima JTED’s annual showcase, highlighting career pathways from cybersecurity to firefighting.
Tucson students raise concerns over Turning Point USA club
Rincon-University students urged the TUSD board to address safety concerns after a Turning Point USA–affiliated group appeared on campus.
TUSD warns of possible school closures amid staff absences
Tucson Unified warned schools could close due to staff absences as Tucson prepares for a national immigration protest.
Students, activists protest ICE across Tucson
Students and community members across Tucson staged walkouts and marches marking the anniversary of Donald Trump’s inauguration and protesting ICE actions.
How Sunnyside, Flowing Wells bond funds will be spent
District leaders outline plans for campus upgrades, safety improvements and transportation needs.