Tucson Standard

There have been 406,441 total encounters in the Tucson Sector during fiscal year 2024, with 225,725 of these encounters being from citizens of Mexico, 75,610 from Guatemala, 3,096 from Honduras, 2,892 from El Salvador, and 99,118 from citizens from other countries.

Ciscomani introduces bipartisan bill expanding rural veterans' access to disability exams

U.S. Congressman Juan Ciscomani (AZ-06), a member of the House Veterans’ Affairs Committee, has introduced a bipartisan effort to ensure veterans have permanent, cross-state access to certified health care providers for required disability claim exams.

Three Mexican migrants die in the desert heat

Three Mexican citizens, including a teenage girl, died while attempting to enter the United States, according to a June 28 post on X from John R. Modlin, chief patrol agent for the Customs and Border Protection (CBP) Tucson sector.

Family & kids events this week in City of Tucson: June 30 - July 6

Don't miss out on these family & kids events happening in City of Tucson this week.

This week in City of Tucson history: Noteworthy events that shaped our past (June 30-July 6)

This week in City of Tucson history.

Government events this July in City of Tucson

The following events are scheduled to take place in City of Tucson this month.

U.S. Customs and Border Patrol announces Chris Leon named Port Director for San Luis Port, Arizona

US Customs and Border Protection (CBP) announced the selection of Chris Leon to lead the San Luis Port in San Luis, Arizona. The announcement came in a June 6 news release.

More than 3,500 illegal immigrants arrested in Tucson sector this week

Three thousand seven hundred illegal immigrants were arrested in the U.S. Customs and Border Patrol's (CBP) Tucson sector during the week ending June 28. This information was shared in a June 28 post on X by John R. Modlin, the chief patrol agent of the sector.

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Tucson Standard area weekly mass times

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

Family & kids events this July in City of Tucson

Don't miss out on these family & kids events happening in City of Tucson this month.

School events this week in City of Tucson: June 30 - July 6

The following school events are scheduled to take place in City of Tucson this week.

University of Arizona students' CubeSat set for launch into low-Earth orbit

The sun barely peeks over the horizon as a suitcase-like transport box exits Steward Observatory, home to the University of Arizona Department of Astronomy. Inside, held snugly in place by foam, is precious cargo: CatSat, the university's first satellite built entirely by students.

2023: How much was spent on women’s basketball teams from Pima County?

Women’s basketball teams from Pima County received $6,190,726 during the 2023 season, up 11.8% from the previous year.

City of Tucson launches TDC online navigator for streamlined permit applications

The City of Tucson's Planning and Development Services Department (PDSD) has announced the launch of an innovative decision tree designed to direct customers to the correct permit type before they apply. Integrated into Tucson Development Center (TDC) Online, TDC Online Navigator aims to enhance the customer experience by simplifying the permit application process.

2023 sees Pima County investing $16,088,231 in men’s basketball teams

Men’s basketball teams from Pima County received $16,088,231 during the 2023 season, up 30.2% from the previous year.

Local Government Meeting today in City of Tucson

City of Tucson City Council Meeting starting at 5 pm today — here's what you need to know!

City of Tucson announces details for annual Fourth of July fireworks celebration

The City of Tucson, with sponsorship from the Desert Diamond Casino and Entertainment Group, an enterprise of the Tohono O'odham Nation, will present the 27th Annual 4th of July Fireworks Celebration. The fireworks show is scheduled to launch from "A" Mountain/Sentinel Peak Park at 9 p.m. on Thursday, July 4, weather permitting.

Ciscomani secures $8 million funding for AZ-06 water projects

U.S. Congressman Juan Ciscomani (AZ-06), a member of the House Appropriations Committee, has preliminarily secured $8 million to enhance water resources and infrastructure in Arizona’s 6th District. The funds were awarded this week as part of the House Appropriations Committee’s package for Interior and Environment for FY2025.

Ciscomani secures preliminary approval on funds worth over $34M