Día de los Muertos: Ancient Tradition in a Modern Era
Historic celebration is gaining traction across borders and cultures
The Buzz: Latino voters are not a voting block
Plus, a check-in with elections officials as the midterm approaches.
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.
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.
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.
"Big" Jim Griffith dies at 86
Legendary folklorist was part of the fabric of Tucson.
Tucson Meet Yourself will be scaled back this year, but still in-person
Festival organizers encourage attendees to socially distance and wear masks.
Zoo survey ends Tuesday night
Residents are asked to evaluate 8 options.
Romero calls for halt to zoo expansion project.
Pathway to Asia section would cover Reid Park's Barnum Hill.
Tucson may ban hair discrimination
CROWN Act will weave respect for natural hairstyles into city law.
Tucson council reverses redistricting vote
The council voted to keep a west-side precinct in Ward 1.
Dia de los Muertos altar honors COVID-19 victims in Pima County
Almost 6,000 have died of the disease statewide, including more than 600 in Pima County.
All Souls Procession canceled
November event will go virtual "for the health and safety of the community"
Celebrating Juneteenth during a pandemic
Though Tucson had to cancel its event, an organizer says the day is still an opportunity to honor Black independence, culture and family.
Pandemic increases need for youth emergency shelter
Staff say more kids need a safe place as stress, unemployment and domestic violence increase during the COVID-19 outbreak.
