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The Tucson Casineros performed salsa dancing in the 33rd annual All Souls Procession on Sunday, Nov. 6, 2022 in downtown Tucson. Towards the end of the procession attendees place notes within a ceremonial urn and burn the letters.

Community members remember loved ones at All Souls Procession

This year marks the 33rd anniversary of the procession.

Día de los Muertos is an ancient blend of Native American and European traditions that is becoming more familiar to a growing number of people internationally. This altar is in the University of Arizona's Special Collections Library.

Día de los Muertos: Ancient Tradition in a Modern Era

Historic celebration is gaining traction across borders and cultures

Tucsonans prepare for Fall 2022 Cyclovia

Seasonal celebration takes cars off the street to celebrate city's neighborhoods

Volunteers check voter registration at a voting station.

The Buzz: Latino voters are not a voting block

Plus, a check-in with elections officials as the midterm approaches.

This rendering shows what architects propose for the redesign of the Fox Theatre.

Fox Theatre/Rio Nuevo deal helps pave the way for expansion

The revitalization district is selling the property for $100 and offering matching funds for the project.

A volunteer is painting a section of a new mural that is being installed onto 6th avenue on Saturday, Oct. 22, 2022 at a high traffic street near Armory Park and the Children's Museum. At around 11:30 a.m., red paint started to run out and organizers were trying to find more.

Mural painting brings awareness to pedestrian safety on 6th Avenue

Tucson’s Department of Transportation & Mobility partnered with local nonprofit Living Streets Alliance to implement flex posts, planters and murals to increase safety.

Mariachi Aztlán de Pueblo High School perform with vocalist and the Tucson Symphony Orchestra for the annual Mexican Independence Day concert on Thursday, Sep. 15, 2022 at the Fox Theatre in Tucson. The event is hosted by the Consulate of Mexico and Tucson-Mexico Sister Cities.

Young musicians embrace heritage through Mexico’s Independence Day

In a concert celebrating Mexico’s Independence Day, the Tucson Symphony Orchestra brings Mariachi Aztlán to the stage.

The west facade of Old Main on the campus of the University of Arizona. From August, 2019.

UA language and culture programs receive federal grant money

The funds will also improve studies in less commonly taught languages.

Between 1911 and 1923, Camp Naco provided security on the U.S.-Mexico border.

Camp Naco gets new designation as an endangered historic site

The century-old adobe camp housed Buffalo Soldiers and members of the Civilian Conservation Corps.

Effluent and recycled water flow into the lower Santa Cruz River in Tucson.

Santa Cruz Valley Heritage Alliance seeks input from public

The valley is in the process of becoming a national heritage site

Tucson Festival of Books tents return to the University of Arizona mall.

Tucson Festival of Books returns for 2022

The event was held virtually last year.

Minerals on display at the University of Arizona.

College of Science Lecture Series returns to Centennial Hall

A springtime tradition is back on the University of Arizona campus.

"Big" Jim Griffith dies at 86

Legendary folklorist was part of the fabric of Tucson.

Research on competitive behavior could impact hiring and retention of women.

Study focuses on competitiveness and the gender wage gap

University of Arizona-backed research finds women look for fairness in outcomes.

Shelly Lowe was nominated by President Joe Biden to chair the National Endowment for the Humanities.

President picks scholars with Arizona ties to chair endowments for arts, humanities

A University of Arizona alum and ASU professor tapped to lead federal agencies promoting the arts and humanities.

Preparing food at the 2017 Tucson Meet Yourself.

Tucson Meet Yourself will be scaled back this year, but still in-person

Festival organizers encourage attendees to socially distance and wear masks.

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