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Pima Community College deserves real accountability
The debate over Pima Community College’s decision to eliminate its sustainability director has been framed as a question of whether the college is abandoning its environmental commitments. But the underlying […]
Arizona can lead the nation on speeding death prevention with House Bill 2417
In October 2023, I was crossing 22nd Street in Tucson, almost to the far curb, when a car struck me. I don’t remember it. I don’t remember that day, or […]
Arizona census shows metropolitan stagnation, suburban growth
Key Points: Arizona’s largest cities show stagnant or declining population growth Phoenix adds just 3,157 new residents, a 0.2% growth rate Slower-growing cities may adopt “middle housing” to attract new […]
Court ruling: Cities can’t enforce prevailing wage on government contracts
Key Points:Â Arizona Court of Appeals rules against prevailing wages That means cities cannot require out-of-state companies to pay local minimum wages The court says voters’ approval of minimum wage […]
Attorney General Mayes demands immediate swearing-in for Adelita Grijalva
Key Points: Attorney General Kris Mayes threatens to sue U.S. House Speaker Mike Johnson over Adelita Grijalva’s swearing-in delay Grijalva won a special election to fill a seat vacated by […]
Tucson Mayor Romero and council stand up for ratepayers
Try asking the boss for a raise this year. Seems a lot to ask for since you just asked for a raise last year but start with this number — […]
Tucson attorney requests compensation for time wasted in Wadsack lawsuit
Key Points: Former state Sen. Justine Wadsack dropped her civil rights claim against Tucson Tucson attorney Joseph Williams seeks $7,838 in legal fees for time spent in preparation Wadsack failed […]
Rainwater harvesting grows in the Southwest to nourish thirsty gardens in a hotter world
TUCSON, Ariz. (AP) — Nothing makes Brad Lancaster happier than a monsoon downpour. The tall 58-year-old jumped like a kid in the puddles on the sidewalk one recent August afternoon […]
Ex-Sen. Wadsack seeks donations for lawsuit against Tucson
Key Points: Wadsack claims city of Tucson violated her civil rights during traffic stop She claims stop was targeted, costing her election bid She seeks public donations to continue court […]
Adelita Grijalva sails to victory in CD7 special primary
Key Points: Adelita Grijalva wins two-thirds of initial vote count Daniel Hernandez conceded race shortly after results Official tally will be days away Adelita Grijalva beat out four other Democrats […]
Arizona must protect clean energy investments, not gut them
Arizona has long faced the reality of a hotter, drier future, and in response, the city of Tucson, local schools and neighborhoods have stepped up to lead on clean energy […]
Special election in CD7 could provide crucial insight to Democrats in 2026
Key Points: CD7 will be the first election in the state since big losses for Democrats in 2024 Candidates hope the race will provide energy and clarity for Democrats running […]
