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POLITICS TUCSON USA

ICE in Tucson: What to do during raids

    Given reports of ICE raids in Tucson, it is important that the immigrant community act calmly, stay informed, and be prepared, avoiding panic. The community is advised to seek information only from reliable sources, such as recognized media outlets and community organizations. Knowing your basic rights is crucial; you have the right to […]
FINANCE HISTORY POLITICS USA

Goodbye to the penny! 

  The U.S. stops producing the one-cent coin after 232 years. The halt in production follows a mandate from President Donald Trump, who called it a “waste” due to the high cost—it costs more to make a penny (3.69 ¢) than its face value of 1 ¢. On November 12, 2025, the U.S. Mint in […]
FINANCE POLITICS USA

New Fees for Form I-94

  Starting September 30, 2025, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) will begin applying an additional $24 fee to Form I-94 for entries at land border ports of entry. This means the total cost to obtain an I-94 at a land border crossing will now be $30 (the existing $6 fee plus the new […]
ART & CULTURE HISTORY POLITICS USA

American Independence Day

American Independence Day, a date that commemorates the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. This day symbolizes the unity, freedom, and democratic spirit that define this nation. Did you know? Although Congress voted for independence on July 2, it was on July 4 that the Declaration of Independence was formally adopted. […]
ARIZONA POLITICS TUCSON

Andrés Cano for Pima County District 5 Supervisor

TUCSON, AZ – On the eve of the Pima County Board of Supervisors’ decision to appoint the next District 5 Supervisor, former Arizona House Minority Leader Andrés Cano announced the endorsement of over 250 community leaders, elected officials, and residents from across Pima County. This latest demonstration of strong community support reflects Cano’s broad, countywide […]
ARIZONA POLITICS USA

Real ID

Federal agencies, including TSA, will begin REAL ID enforcement on the deadline—May 7, 2025. A REAL ID is a federally accepted form of identification that allows you to board domestic flights and access some federal facilities. You can apply for a REAL ID at your local DMV. You will need a REAL ID or another […]