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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.
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 […]
ARIZONA EVENTS FAMILY HISTORY TUCSON USA

César Chávez (1927–1993)

Was a labor leader, civil rights activist, and advocate for farmworkers in the United States. Born in Yuma, Arizona, to a Mexican American family, he experienced firsthand the hardships of farm labor after his family lost their land during the Great Depression. In the 1960s, he co-founded the National Farm Workers Association (later known as […]
ARIZONA FAMILY HEALTH TUCSON USA

Domestic Violence Awareness Month

    In 1989, October was officially declared National Domestic Violence Awareness Month to raise awareness, support victims, and honor survivors.   What is Domestic Violence? Domestic violence is a pattern of abusive behavior used to control or dominate a partner. It can occur in any close relationship, including between spouses, partners, or family members.
ARIZONA HEALTH USA

Fentanyl Crisis

  Dr Cullen from the Pima County Health Department joined us for an update on local efforts to date to address the epidemic of fentanyl use so apparent throughout the county (occurring as well across the state and nation). Overdose deaths have decreased notably, and the department plans further research to build on that success. […]
ARIZONA HEALTH USA

Breast Cancer Facts and Statistics

    Each year, breast cancer accounts for about 30% of all new cancer cases in women in the United States. Here are the latest facts and statistics on breast cancer.   Breast cancer accounts for 12.5% ​​of all new cancer cases per year worldwide, making it the most common type of cancer globally. Breast […]
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 […]