– Approximately 700 volunteers are needed for next month’s Tucson Meet Yourself celebration. Volunteers sign up for at least one 4.5-hour shift before and during the festival, from Oct. 14-18 (actual festival happens Oct. 16-18). Roles include greeting guests, supporting artists and
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A strong angle for this topic is how Hispanic entrepreneurship creates jobs, strengthens local economies, and expands opportunity. According to the U.S. Census Bureau, Hispanic-owned employer businesses in the United States reached about 496,000 firms, generating approximately $730.3 billion in receipts. In addition, about 5.3 million Hispanic-owned businesses
Each year on September 11, Americans honor the lives lost in the terrorist attacks of 2001 and recognize the courage of first responders, service members, families, and everyday people who helped others during a moment of national tragedy. September 11 is also observed as a National Day of Service and Remembrance, encouraging people to […]
The Tucson Police Department is deeply saddened by the passing of Carlos Ramirez, a member of Basic Recruit Class 26-1. Carlos was fatally shot early this morning. His fiancée was also injured and is currently receiving medical care. Our thoughts are with Carlos’s family and loved ones, his fiancée, and his classmates, instructors, and […]
Breastfeeding is a bond you never forget; it’s much more than feeding a baby: it’s an act of love, protection, and connection that strengthens the bond between mother and child. August is observed as National Breastfeeding Month, where we celebrate every breastfeeding story and recognize the importance of providing support to all families so […]
Tucson Unified School District is celebrating a major achievement for University High School (UHS), which has made a significant jump in the latest U.S. News & World Report high school rankings. Among 17,945 public high schools nationwide, University High School climbed to No. 50 in the nation, rising substantially from its No. 91 ranking last […]
TUCSON, Arizona — Raytheon, an RTX company with major operations in Tucson, has secured a $22.9 billion contract with the U.S. Navy to increase production of Tomahawk cruise missiles. The seven-year agreement, announced on August 17, will allow the company to increase production to more than 1,000 Tomahawk missiles per year, along with related support […]
Every August 14th, we celebrate National Financial Awareness Day, a date that encourages us to reflect on our financial habits and make decisions that strengthen our economic stability. Creating a budget, saving consistently, reducing debt, and planning financial goals are key steps to building a more secure future. Financial education starts with small actions […]
Children’s vision is key for learning and development. During Children’s Eye Health and Safety Month, we remind everyone of the importance of having regular eye exams. These check-ups help spot vision problems early on that could affect school performance, development, and kids’ quality of life. Taking care of their eye health today is helping […]
U.S. President Donald Trump signed two executive orders seeking to expand restrictions on birthright citizenship and ban so-called birth tourism. Trump’s second birthright order — signed last week as a response to the high court’s June ruling — attempts to deny citizenship to children born on U.S. soil to an “alien






















