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Wadsack: Case of Maine mass shooter 'is a mental health issue,' not a gun control issue

By Tucson Standard | Nov 2, 2023

Arizona Senator Justine Wadsack has spoken out against a statement released by Arizona House Democrats, who called for gun safety reforms following a recent mass shooting in Maine. Wadsack argued that the issue at hand is not about guns, but rather a mental health problem.

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Which former Tucson Standard area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Oct. 30?

By Tucson Standard | Oct 28, 2023

This former Tucson Standard area high school standout will be in action in the week starting Mon Oct. 30.

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Tucson Standard area weekly mass times

By Tucson Standard | Oct 28, 2023

The following parishes in the Tucson Standard coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Ciscomani, Cherfilus-McCormick Sponsor New Bipartisan Effort to Support Community College Nursing Programs

By Tucson Standard | Oct 26, 2023

U.S. Representatives Juan Ciscomani (R-AZ-06) and Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (D-FL-20) have introduced new bipartisan legislation aimed at supporting additional funding for nursing programs at community colleges. The legislation, known as the Grants for Resources in Occupational Workforce Training for Healthcare (GROWTH) Act, seeks to expand eligibility for Nurse Education, Practice, Quality, and Retention–Pathway to Registered Nurse Program (NEPQR) grants to include community colleges. Currently, the majority of these grants are directed towards 4-year institutions....

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Ciscomani Joins Bipartisan Bill to Streamline Residential Access to Solar Energy Systems

By Tucson Standard | Oct 23, 2023

WASHINGTON – U.S. Representative Juan Ciscomani (R-AZ-06) has joined a bipartisan group of lawmakers in introducing the Streamlining Home Installations of New Energies (SHINE) Act (H.R. 5997). The bill aims to streamline the permitting process for residential solar projects and encourage the adoption of renewable energy systems.The SHINE Act directs the Department of Energy (DOE) to collaborate with state and local governments to promote and facilitate the use of SolarAPP+, an online tool developed by the National Renewable Energy Laboratory. SolarAPP+ automates the...

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Tucson Standard area weekly mass times

By Tucson Standard | Oct 21, 2023

The following parishes in the Tucson Standard coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Wadsack: 'America is currently led by a Democrat WarMonger, Joe Biden, who is INTENTIONALLY destroying our Nation’s Sovereignty'

By Tucson Standard | Oct 17, 2023

Arizona Sen. Justine Wadsack criticized President Biden's leadership, referring to him as a "WarMonger" and expressing concerns about the United States' sovereignty. Wadsack stated, "America is under a foreign invasion at our southern Border. America is currently led by a Democrat WarMonger, Joe Biden, who is INTENTIONALLY destroying our Nation’s Sovereignty and the people’s Rights to Safety. Impeach him NOW!"

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How many Hispanic students were enrolled in Pima County districts in 2022-23 school year?

By Tucson Standard | Oct 17, 2023

In the 2022-23 school year, 56% of students enrolled in Pima County school districts identified as Hispanic.

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Tucson Standard area weekly mass times

By Tucson Standard | Oct 14, 2023

The following parishes in the Tucson Standard coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Ciscomani, Cherfilus-McCormick Introduce Bipartisan Effort to Expand Cross-State Disability Exam Providers for Veterans

By Tucson Standard | Oct 12, 2023

U.S. Representatives Juan Ciscomani (R-AZ-06) and Sheila Cherfilus-McCormick (D-FL-20) have introduced legislation to expand the pool of providers eligible to conduct disability exams for veterans across state lines. The legislation, titled the Veterans Exam Expansion Act, aims to improve access to disability benefits for veterans by allowing dentists, podiatrists, and optometrists to perform these exams. Rep. Ciscomani, who represents a district with over 70,000 veterans, highlighted the challenges faced by veterans in receiving their benefits and emphasized the need for...

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Santa Cruz County Education: 9,589 Latino students were enrolled in schools in 2021-22 school year

By Tucson Standard | Oct 12, 2023

In Santa Cruz County schools, 96.5% of students identified as Latino in the 2021-22 school year.

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Pima County Education: 80,376 Latino students were enrolled in schools in 2021-22 school year

By Tucson Standard | Oct 11, 2023

There were 80,376 Latino students enrolled in Pima County schools in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Arizona Department of Education.

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Wadsack: 'The American people do NOT approve of our government negotiating with terrorists'

By Tucson Standard | Oct 10, 2023

Arizona State Senator Justine Wadsack has criticized the Biden Administration's decision to unfreeze $6 billion in funds for Iran, calling it a negotiation with terrorists. This statement comes as reports continue to emerge about the significant casualties resulting from the Israel-Hamas conflict.

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Home prices in Pima County increased

By Tucson Standard | Oct 8, 2023

The median sale price of a home sold in the third quarter of 2023 in Pima County rose by $5,000, while total sales decreased by 20.8%.

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Tucson Standard area weekly mass times

By Tucson Standard | Oct 7, 2023

The following parishes in the Tucson Standard coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Pima County Education: 3,008 Asian students were enrolled in schools in 2021-22 school year

By Tucson Standard | Oct 7, 2023

There were 3,008 Asian students enrolled in Pima County schools in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Arizona Department of Education.

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Pima County’s districts student body comprised mostly of Latino students in 2021-22 school year

By Tucson Standard | Oct 2, 2023

In Pima County districts, there were more Latino students than any other individual ethnicity in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Arizona Department of Education.

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Tucson Standard area weekly mass times

By Tucson Standard | Sep 30, 2023

The following parishes in the Tucson Standard coverage area hold weekly mass at these designated times.

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Veterans Health Administration (VHA) news release: Comprehensive Healthcare Inspection Program Summary Report: Evaluation of Medication Management in Veterans Health Administration Facilities

By Tucson Standard | Sep 29, 2023

Comprehensive Healthcare Inspection Program Summary Report: Evaluation of Medication Management in Veterans Health Administration Facilities published on Sept. 22.

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Pima County’s schools student body comprised mostly of Latino students in 2021-22 school year

By Tucson Standard | Sep 27, 2023

The most prevalent ethnic group in the Pima County student body in the 2021-22 school year was Latino, according to the Arizona Department of Education.