The Buzz: "Adelante, Grijalvistas"
This week we remember the life and legacy of former Southern Arizona Congressman Raúl Grijalva.
Tucson Parks and Rec opens pools, splash pads ahead of rising temperatures
There is no entry fee for the city's pools or splash pads, offering residents an escape from the heat.
POLITICSUniversity of Arizona
March 27, 2025
DEIA petition with 3k signatures delivered to University Administration
University officials said they “appreciate community input.”
ENVIRONMENT
March 27, 2025
Nogales, Son., named 2024 Tree Cities of the World
An international program has named Nogales, Sonora, as one of the 2024 Tree Cities of the World due to the city’s recent efforts to maintain and manage its urban forests and trees.
Hundreds remember Southern Arizona's "champion" Raúl Grijalva
Grijalva's funeral took place at Tucson’s St. Augustine Cathedral on Wednesday morning.
Fontes staying out of race to replace Raul Grijalva
The AZ Secretary of State made the announcement not long after the end of Grijalva's funeral.
ARIZONA GOVERNMENTPOLITICS
March 26, 2025
Kelly, Gallego call on Hegseth to resign
Both Democratic Senators reacted to Atlantic’s text thread leak.
Deportations decline under Trump
ICE Data shows immigration removals are actually down under Trump.
ASTRONOMY
March 26, 2025
Tucson's Flandrau Planetarium receives national recognition
Flandrau Science Center and Planetarium, which is celebrating its 50th anniversary this fall, is ranked among the top in the US.
IN DEPTH
School thrift store supplies free support and valuable hope
Badger Closet at Tucson High Magnet School began a couple of years ago.
Conservation nonprofit in Southern Arizona faces $1.2 million federal funding freeze
Borderlands Restoration Network fights to keep critical wildlife corridors and watershed projects alive amid funding uncertainty.
BLM opens Environmental Assessment for Copper Creek Mine Project to public comment
Located in Arizona’s rugged Sky Islands, the proposed copper mine could impact ecosystem and water resources.
Ciscomani says maintaining Medicaid and Pell Grants for "truly vulnerable population" among top priorities
Republican Congressman Juan Ciscomani reiterated Tuesday that he does not support cuts to Medicaid for people such as disabled individuals or single moms, despite budget vote that could lead to significant cuts to social programs.
