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Arizona Democrats applaud Governor Hobbs for potentially protecting Gila Bend Groundwater Basin by declaring it an Active Management Area.

By Tucson Standard | Jan 30, 2024

The Gila Bend Groundwater Basin is in a critical state of decline, and this declaration aims to safeguard it and facilitate its restoration.

Ciscomani Applauds House Passage of Bill to Crack Down on High-Speed Car Chases

By Tucson Standard | Jan 30, 2024

WASHINGTON – U.S. Congressman Juan Ciscomani (AZ-06) celebrated the House passage of his legislation to crack down on individuals who engage in high-speed car chases with Customs and Border Protection (CBP) or law enforcement assisting CBP. The bill, known as the Agent Raul Gonzalez Officer Safety Act (H.R. 5585), aims to make failure to yield during a car chase a federal crime and impose life sentences for individuals responsible for any deaths that occur during the apprehension.The legislation is named after Border Patrol agent Raul Gonzalez, who tragically lost his...

Casita Model Plan Design Competition finalist for AZ Forward Award

By Tucson Standard | Jan 30, 2024

The Casita Model Plan Design Competition has been announced as a finalist for the prestigious AZ Forward Award. The competition, which took place in Tucson, Arizona, has drawn attention from architects and designers alike. The award recognizes projects that promote sustainability and innovation in the field of architecture.One of the finalists, the Casita Model Plan, is being commended for its creative and sustainable design. The plan focuses on creating affordable and energy-efficient housing options that are suitable for a variety of living situations. The competition...

Tucson Sector Border Patrol Chief: Border Patrol apprehends illegal aliens with 'alarming felony convictions'

By Tucson Standard News Service | Jan 29, 2024

The head of the U.S. Border Patrol’s Tucson Sector said two illegal aliens with "alarming felony convictions" were apprehended at the Arizona-Mexico border last week, and enough fentanyl was seized to kill a potential 453,592 people.

Who the Arizona Wildcats is playing this season of college basketball

By Tucson Standard | Jan 29, 2024

The Arizona Wildcats’ season starts on Wed Oct. 25 at Tucson.

Ciscomani, Bost Unveil Effort to Ensure Veterans' Surviving Families Receive Promised Benefits

By Tucson Standard | Jan 29, 2024

U.S. Congressman Juan Ciscomani and House Veterans’ Affairs Committee Chairman Mike Bost have introduced a new effort to ensure that veterans' surviving spouses and families receive the benefits they have been promised, even after their loved ones pass away. The legislation, titled the Prioritizing Veterans' Survivors Act (H.R. 7100), aims to address a recent move by the Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) that has prevented the Office of Survivors Assistance (OSA) from having direct access to the VA Secretary.According to Congressman Ciscomani, the move of the OSA from...

How can we better serve you in 2024 and beyond?

By Tucson Standard | Jan 29, 2024

Published on January 29, 2024The Planning and Development Services team is reaching out to the community to gather feedback on how they can improve their services for the year 2024 and beyond. In a statement released today, they expressed their commitment to better serve the residents and requested their assistance in shaping the future of the department."We're asking for your help on how we can better serve you this year and for years to come," said the Planning and Development Services team. "We value your input and want to make sure that we are meeting your...

Flowing Wells Unified District Education: 60 American Indian or Alaskan Native students were enrolled in schools in 2022-23 school year

By Tucson Standard | Jan 29, 2024

There were 60 American Indian or Alaskan Native students were enrolled in Flowing Wells Unified District schools in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Arizona Department of Education.

There were 406 American Indian or Alaskan Native students enrolled in Sunnyside Unified District schools in 2022-23 school year

By Tucson Standard | Jan 28, 2024

In Sunnyside Unified District schools, 2.8% of students identified as American Indian or Alaskan Native in the 2022-23 school year.

Which former Tucson Standard area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Jan. 29?

By Tucson Standard | Jan 28, 2024

These former Tucson Standard area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Jan. 29.

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Tucson Standard area weekly mass times

By Tucson Standard | Jan 27, 2024

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

How many American Indian or Alaskan Native students were enrolled in Tucson Unified District schools in 2022-23 school year?

By Tucson Standard | Jan 27, 2024

In Tucson Unified District schools, 3.7% of students identified as American Indian or Alaskan Native in the 2022-23 school year.

How many African American students were enrolled in Flowing Wells Unified District schools in 2022-23 school year?

By Tucson Standard | Jan 24, 2024

There were 125 African American students were enrolled in Flowing Wells Unified District schools in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Arizona Department of Education.

Sarah Seifried awarded civics scholarship

By Tucson Standard | Jan 23, 2024

The Foundation for the Restoration of America (FFROA) awarded a $2,000 scholarship to Pusch Ridge Christian Academy alumna Sarah Seifried.

Enrollment Analysis: African American students comprised 2.6% of Sunnyside Unified District’s student body in 2022-23 school year

By Tucson Standard | Jan 23, 2024

In Sunnyside Unified District schools, 2.6% of students identified as African American in the 2022-23 school year.

Ciscomani Introduces Effort to Name Duncan, AZ Post Office After the Late Sandra Day O’Connor

By Tucson Standard | Jan 23, 2024

U.S. Congressman Juan Ciscomani (R-AZ-06) has introduced a bill to designate the post office in Duncan, Arizona, after the late Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O’Connor. The legislation, known as H.R. 7011, has gained support from several Arizona representatives including Debbie Lesko (R-AZ-09), David Schweikert (R-AZ-01), Raul Grijalva (D-AZ-07), and Greg Stanton (D-AZ-09).Justice O’Connor, who grew up near Duncan on her family's cattle ranch, the Lazy B Ranch, has left a lasting impact on Arizona and the nation. Congressman Ciscomani, who represents Duncan in Congress,...

Pressured by Ciscomani, DOT Announces $95 Million in Funding for I-10

By Tucson Standard | Jan 22, 2024

WASHINGTON – The U.S. Department of Transportation (DOT) has announced $95 million in funding for the widening of Interstate 10 (I-10), thanks to the efforts of Congressman Juan Ciscomani (AZ-06). The Arizona Department of Transportation (ADOT) will receive the funds through the Multimodal Project Discretionary Grant (MPDG) under the DOT.Congressman Ciscomani and his colleagues in the Arizona congressional delegation had been advocating for this funding. In a letter sent to Secretary Buttigieg in August, they emphasized the importance of the ADOT's application for MPDG...

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News from January 2024

Arizona Democrats applaud Governor Hobbs for potentially protecting Gila Bend Groundwater Basin by declaring it an Active Management Area.

Ciscomani Applauds House Passage of Bill to Crack Down on High-Speed Car Chases

Casita Model Plan Design Competition finalist for AZ Forward Award

Tucson Sector Border Patrol Chief: Border Patrol apprehends illegal aliens with 'alarming felony convictions'

Who the Arizona Wildcats is playing this season of college basketball

Ciscomani, Bost Unveil Effort to Ensure Veterans' Surviving Families Receive Promised Benefits

How can we better serve you in 2024 and beyond?

Flowing Wells Unified District Education: 60 American Indian or Alaskan Native students were enrolled in schools in 2022-23 school year

There were 406 American Indian or Alaskan Native students enrolled in Sunnyside Unified District schools in 2022-23 school year

Which former Tucson Standard area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Jan. 29?

Tucson Standard area weekly mass times

How many American Indian or Alaskan Native students were enrolled in Tucson Unified District schools in 2022-23 school year?

How many African American students were enrolled in Flowing Wells Unified District schools in 2022-23 school year?

Sarah Seifried awarded civics scholarship

Enrollment Analysis: African American students comprised 2.6% of Sunnyside Unified District’s student body in 2022-23 school year

Ciscomani Introduces Effort to Name Duncan, AZ Post Office After the Late Sandra Day O’Connor

Pressured by Ciscomani, DOT Announces $95 Million in Funding for I-10

There were 2,649 African American students enrolled in Tucson Unified District schools in 2022-23 school year

Which former Tucson Standard area high school standouts will be in action in the week starting Mon Jan. 22?

Tucson Standard area weekly mass times

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