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City of Tucson announces transition to new SolarApp on June 1

By Tucson Standard | May 29, 2024

The City of Tucson's Planning and Development Services has announced an update regarding its SolarApp services. Effective June 1, 2024, the service will transition from the Pima County SolarApp to the City of Tucson’s own SolarApp.

University students aid Hopi Tribe with award-winning solar village designs

By Tucson Standard | May 28, 2024

Jedidiah Perea, a student at the University of Arizona's College of Architecture, Planning and Landscape Architecture, participated in a project that involved designing housing and an educational campus for the Hopi Tribe.

Opportunity open for contractor and architect positions on Tucson's Design Review Board

By Tucson Standard | May 28, 2024

Planning and Development Services (PDSD) has announced an opportunity for individuals to serve on the Design Review Board (DRB). The department is seeking to fill two vacant positions: one for a contractor and another for a registered architect residing within the City of Tucson limits.

Network aims for wider access to CT-scanned scientific data

By Tucson Standard | May 22, 2024

Reading about the latest scientific discoveries, such as a new species of tiny dinosaur, can be fascinating.

Roadway improvement project set for Tucson Boulevard

By Tucson Standard | May 22, 2024

On Tuesday, May 28, 2024, Southern Arizona Paving, under contract with the City of Tucson Department of Transportation and Mobility (DTM), is scheduled to begin a roadway improvement project on Tucson Boulevard from Sixth Street to 22nd Street. This initiative is part of the Tucson Mayor and Council-approved 5-Year Collector Street Program.

University president comments on Murad Dervish guilty verdict

By Tucson Standard | May 22, 2024

Murad Dervish has been found guilty of first-degree murder for the killing of Thomas Meixner, who was the head of the University of Arizona Department of Hydrology and Atmospheric Sciences.

UArizona geographer’s project informs new Arizona law against racist property deeds

By Tucson Standard | May 22, 2024

When Jason Jurjevich and his husband Charles Walker purchased a home near the University of Arizona campus in 2021, they encountered racist covenants in the property's deed.

Local Government Meetings today in City of Tucson

By Tucson Standard | May 21, 2024

City of Tucson Local Government Meetings today.

Students explore presidency through expert interviews at University of Arizona

By Tucson Standard | May 21, 2024

University of Arizona students had the opportunity to gain unique insights into the American presidency through a specialized course, Political Science 205: The American Presidency.

Ciscomani introduces bill seeking parity between critical materials and minerals

By Tucson Standard | May 21, 2024

U.S. Congressman Juan Ciscomani (AZ-06) has introduced a new legislative effort aimed at aligning the definitions and benefits of Critical Materials, as defined by the Department of Energy (DOE), with those of Critical Minerals, as defined by the U.S. Geological Survey (USGS). The legislation, H.R. 8446, titled the Critical Mineral Consistency Act, seeks to add the DOE’s list of Critical Materials to USGS’ list of Critical Minerals. This alignment aims to eliminate confusion between the two definitions and extend similar benefits to both categories.

Better Bike Share Partnership awards $200K grant to Tucson's Tugo Bike Share program

By Tucson Standard | May 21, 2024

The Better Bike Share Partnership (BBSP), funded by The JPB Foundation to build equitable and replicable shared micromobility systems, has awarded $200,000 to the City of Tucson’s Tugo Bike Share Program. This funding aims to test strategies and implement new ideas to enhance accessibility for residents in lower-income communities.

6.700 apprehended in Tucson sector for the week ending May 17

By Tucson Standard | May 21, 2024

During the week ending May 17, 2024, the US Border Patrol's Tucson sector apprehended 6,700 illegal immigrants.

Man indicted for Assault of a Federal Officer with a Dangerous Weapon, other charges following incident with Border Patrol agent

By Tucson Standard | May 21, 2024

John R. Modlin, Chief Patrol Agent of the US Border Patrol (USBP), has announced the indictment of a local man following an incident with a USBP agent on April 11. The announcement was made in a post on May 17, where Modlin also shared information from the US Attorney’s Office in Arizona regarding the indictment.

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City of Tucson announces transition to new SolarApp on June 1

University students aid Hopi Tribe with award-winning solar village designs

Opportunity open for contractor and architect positions on Tucson's Design Review Board

Network aims for wider access to CT-scanned scientific data

Roadway improvement project set for Tucson Boulevard

University president comments on Murad Dervish guilty verdict

UArizona geographer’s project informs new Arizona law against racist property deeds

Local Government Meetings today in City of Tucson

Students explore presidency through expert interviews at University of Arizona

Ciscomani introduces bill seeking parity between critical materials and minerals

Better Bike Share Partnership awards $200K grant to Tucson's Tugo Bike Share program

6.700 apprehended in Tucson sector for the week ending May 17

Man indicted for Assault of a Federal Officer with a Dangerous Weapon, other charges following incident with Border Patrol agent

Wadsack: Governor Hobbs is 'attacking opportunities for Arizona's children' by limiting ESA's

Government events this week in City of Tucson: May 19-25

University partners in federal initiative addressing extreme heat management

PDSD receives award for innovative planning and development initiatives

Family & kids events this week in City of Tucson: May 19-25

Entertainment events this week in City of Tucson: May 19-25

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