Tucson mayor wants to extend free public transit rides
Sun Tran's free rides are currently set to expire on December 31st.
"Big" Jim Griffith dies at 86
Legendary folklorist was part of the fabric of Tucson.
Live Christmas Trees can still be recycled at various local locations
The tree mulching sites set up in Tucson, Oro Valley and Marana will be open till January 17.
Tucson receives federal grant to develop green jobs and infrastructure plan
The city worked with a coalition of nonprofits, universities and other organizations to write the proposal.
City invites non-profits and businesses to apply for COVID-19 relief program grants
The money will go towards affordable housing, workforce development and other projects.
Senate confirms Tucson police chief to lead Customs and Border Protection
Deputy Chief Chad Kasmar will take the top job at the Tucson Police Department.
"Reservation Dogs" has found a global audience, and castmember Jon Proudstar knows why.
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Pima County sues the City of Tucson over water
The suit is the result of a policy regarding water prices.
City to take comment on affordable housing plan
The plan includes federal funding and plans for the coming city budget.
Tucson airport expecting more than 60,000 travelers in Thanksgiving week
Number of passengers is just shy of pre-pandemic levels.
El Tour de Tucson Returns
The popular event is Saturday, Nov. 20, 2021 after the pandemic forced a cancellation last year.
City of Tucson partners with Department of Defense to recruit staff
The program helps service members transition out of the military and pays their salaries for up to six months.
Lydia Jennings, PhD: “Run to Be Visible”.
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Blood donations in southern Arizona remain low heading into the holidays
Medical experts worry the shortage could cause a slowdown in patient care
180 city workers still not fully vaccinated
City prepares to terminate non-compliant employees.
