Magnus' history with transparency under scrutiny amid CBP nomination
Advocates say the TPD head's views on Trump-era policies are encouraging, but questions remain.
House subcommittee discusses bill trying to save Oak Flat
During the hearing, lawmakers and witnesses made their cases for or against the bill, discussing religious, environmental and economic issues.
Pima County stops using Johnson and Johnson COVID-19 vaccine
The county is following CDC and FDA recommendations.
Marketing to kids a big concern during pandemic
Research shows parents are becoming more worried about the impact of on-screen advertising.
Zoo survey ends Tuesday night
Residents are asked to evaluate 8 options.
UA wants students vaccinated right away
Vaccines are not required but heavily encouraged for UA students.
Former congressional candidate running for Attorney General
Republican Tiffany Shedd hopes to succeed Mark Brnovich.
News roundup: Biden nominates TPD chief to lead CBP, new housing for asylum seekers to open near airport
Recent coverage impacting Southern Arizona, April 12.
Arizonans attend board meeting of international company proposing copper mine at Oak Flat
Leaders in the effort to oppose the mining project ask shareholders to abandon the project and leave Arizona.
TPD Chief Chris Magnus to be nominated to lead Customs and Border Protection
Magnus is a known critic of former President Trump's border policies
More than 4 million COVID vaccine doses administered in Arizona
More than 2.5 million have received the first dose, more than 1.6 are fully vaccinated
Tucson officials learn more about planned migrant facility near airport
The planned facility likely will hold 150-200 unaccompanied minors
Education notebook: Tucson schools face learning losses and funding challenges
A look back at this week's education stories in Southern Arizona and the state.
New border apprehension numbers need context, advocates say
CBP data shows more than 170,000 total apprehensions at the border in March, including record number of children.
News roundup: Arizona prepares for fire season, border communities see uptick in apprehensions
Recent coverage impacting Southern Arizona, April 9.
