Unemployment Rate Increases In Tucson Area: Feds

The unemployment rate in Pima County is the same as the Arizona average.

Pima County Government: Supervisors Approve Hotels, Restaurants, And Shops For Kino Sports Complex Expansion

See the latest announcement from the Pima County Government.

Voter Registration Deadline Approaching For Tucson Primary

The deadline to register to vote in the Aug. 3 Primary Election is Tuesday, July 6.

NASA Awards UArizona $3.46M To Monitor Earth's Radiation Budget

The grant is part of the larger $150 million Libera mission that will orbit Earth to measure Earth's energy.

Tucson Housing Department Hires Administrator

Jason Thorpe will serve as Community Services Administrator in the department.

Lawmakers Applaud Passage Of Code Update For New Buildings

Mayor Romero and Councilmember Uhlich are praising the requirement of an Electric Vehicle outlet in new residential buildings.

Supervisors Approve $3M For Community Development Grants

An additional $250,000 will go toward Emergency Solutions Grants for the 2021-22 fiscal year.

Supervisors Approve $3.8M For Outside Agency Public Services

The program targets economically disadvantaged and other at-risk populations.

Pima County Close To Biden's Coronavirus Vaccine Goal

This is how the Tucson area compares to Arizona and the nation for coronavirus vaccinations.

$2M In State Funding Will Restart Tucson Water Treatment Plant

Governor Doug Ducey announced plans to reopen the plant after it was forced to shut down because of severe groundwater contamination.

Tucson Budget: See What's Included In 2022

The Tucson City Council unanimously approved the fiscal year 2021-22 budget Tuesday night. Here's what you need to know.

AZ Association For Economic Development Names New Board Member

Amanda Bruno, project manager for the Office of Economic Initiatives, has been elected to the Board for a two-year term.

Pima County Budget Passed: See What's Included Here

The Pima County Board of Supervisors adopted the 2022 fiscal year budget, reducing property tax rates and funding childhood education.

PDEQ Issues Ozone Pollution Air Advisory

PDEQ’s Clean Air Program works to educate Pima County residents about potential health effects associated with elevated levels of pollution.

UArizona, Pima College Will Follow Ducey's COVID-19 Order

UArizona and Pima College will comply with Gov. Doug Ducey's executive order barring public schools from requiring COVID-19 vaccinations.

Unemployment Not Changed In Tucson Area: Feds

Pima County's unemployment rate hasn't had a month-to-month change.

Pima County Government: County To Hold Truth In Taxation Public Hearings June 22 On Proposed Tax Increases

All interested citizens are invited to attend the virtual public hearing on three proposed tax increases to be discussed at 9 a.m. or th ...

Intern Who Helped Save Gabby Giffords To Run For Her Seat

Daniel Hernandez Jr., who is credited with helping save the life of former U.S. Rep. Gabby Giffords in 2011, will run for her old seat.

Tucson Town Halls To Discuss El Paso And Southwestern Greenway

Join Department of Transportation and Mobility staff at one of three events to learn more and give input to the project team.

Broadband Speed In Tucson Area: See How It Compares To Rest Of U.S.

U.S. shows great variance in access and use of high-speed internet.

State Rep. Mark Finchem Sends Cease And Desist To Recall Campaign

State Rep. Mark Finchem who is currently running for Secretary of State, has sent a cease and desist letter to those seeking to recall him.

Tucson Leaders Ask Residents To Apply For FCC's Broadband Program

Applications for the FCC's Emergency Broadband Benefit program began Wednesday. Tucson leaders advise residents to take advantage of it.

Pima County Government: County, Tucson Launch App To Streamline Rooftop Solar Permitting Process

See the latest announcement from the Pima County Government.

Mark Finchem Hopes Audit Will Lead To Reassignment Of Arizona's Electoral Votes

Republican Rep. Mark Finchem told a QAnon talk show that he hopes the results of Arizona’s election audit will reassign electors to Trump.

How Much Tucson Will Get From $350 Billion American Rescue Plan

Tucson is among 24 Arizona municipalities allocated financial support through the federal support program.

Pima County Approves Low-Income Preschool Scholarships

The Pima County Board of Supervisors approved more than $10M Tuesday for preschool scholarships. Here's what to know.

Tucson Passes $15 Minimum Wage For Most City Employees

The Tucson City Council approved a $30M package that raises the minimum wage for city employees to $15 an hour, among other items.

Pima County Hosting Distribution Drive Saturday

Pima County's District 5 and Pima Animal Care Center are teaming up to host a supply distribution drive Saturday afternoon.

Pima County Budget: See What's Proposed For Southern Arizona

Pima County Administrator Chuck Huckelberry's proposed 2022 budget includes increased funding for childhood education, roads and more.

Tucson Reopening Parks And Recreation Ramada Reservations Monday

Tucson's parks and recreation ramadas will reopen to the public on Monday, the city said. Here's what you need to know.

Reid Park Zoo Expansion: Tucson City Manager Recommends Project

Tucson City Manager Michael Ortega recommended the Reid Park Zoo's "Pathways to Asia" project to the Mayor and city council Tuesday.

Supervisors Approve Agreement To Expand Kino Sports Complex

Plans include additional sports facilities, public amenities and retail services.

Tucson Airport Authority Announces Staff Changes

Twyla Salaiz will serve as VP, Chief People Officer and Kirk Eickhoff was promoted to Vice President and CFO.

Kino Sports Complex Expansion Moves Forward

Tucson's Kino Sports Complex could get its first ice complex, along with a field house and a number of entertainment options. Here's how.

Pima County Government: Supervisor Approve Plan Develop Kino Sports Complex Expansion Concept

The Pima County Board of Supervisors have taken a first step in the expansion of Kino Sports Complex, a vision which includes additional ...

Multiple Tucson Area Districts Defy Ducey, Continue Mask Order

Three Tucson school districts will continue to enforce mask mandates, after Gov. Doug Ducey's executive order ending enforcement.

Giffords, Congressional Democrats Call For Action On Gun Reform Bills

Former Arizona Rep. Gabrielle Giffords said Wednesday that Congress can act on gun reform or “can let the shooting continue.”

Tucson Police Chief Magnus Nominated By President Biden: Report

President Biden will nominate Tucson Police Chief Chris Magnus to lead Customs and Border Protection, according to The New York Times.

Federal Tax Payments And Refunds: How Do Yours Stack Up?

You can use IRS data to compare your tax payments and refunds to others in Pima County.

Pima County Government: Supervisors Ask Governor Ducey To Reconsider FEMA Vaccination POD Denial

See the latest announcement from the Pima County Government.