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Ultrasound technology enhances mindfulness by altering specific brain regions

By Tucson Standard | Jul 11, 2024

In a recent study published in Frontiers of Human Neuroscience, researchers from the University of Arizona have utilized low-intensity ultrasound technology to noninvasively alter a brain region associated with daydreaming, memory recall, and future envisioning. The findings suggest that this technique can enhance mindfulness, marking a significant advancement in neuroscience.

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Local Government Meetings today in City of Tucson

By Tucson Standard | Jul 10, 2024

City of Tucson Local Government Meetings today.

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Pima County Education: 6,384 African American students were enrolled in 2022-23 school year

By Tucson Standard | Jul 10, 2024

In Pima County schools, 4.4% of students identified as African American in the 2022-23 school year.

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Goldwater Institute reports Tucson homelessness rates still increasing despite millions spent by Pima County

By Tucson Standard reports | Jul 10, 2024

A policy report produced by The Goldwater Institute examining homelessness in Pima County shows that the rate of homelessness and the homeless population continues to rise throughout the area despite annual spending of at least $50 million to combat the issue.

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Tucson receives $11.38M grant from Federal Transit Administration

By Tucson Standard | Jul 10, 2024

Mayor Romero, City Manager Thomure Celebrate $11.38M FTA Grant

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Pima County Education: 4,207 American Indian or Alaskan Native students were enrolled in 2022-23 school year

By Tucson Standard | Jul 9, 2024

Pima County schools reported 4,207 American Indian or Alaskan Native students enrolled in the 2022-23 school year.

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Pascua Yaqui entrepreneur creates tech skill programs fostering tribal business opportunities

By Tucson Standard | Jul 9, 2024

Nicolette Gomez was uncertain about her academic path after graduating high school in 2009. As a member of the Pascua Yaqui Tribe, she opted for a gap year working at Casino Del Sol, which extended to a decade.

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Tucson opens pools and splash pads for summer relief

By Tucson Standard | Jul 9, 2024

Tucson Parks and Recreation is operating 20 pools this summer to provide relief from the heat. Additionally, all nine of Tucson's splash pads are open daily from 8 a.m. to sunset through Thursday, Oct. 31.

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Ciscomani introduces bill on Navajo tribes' water rights settlement

By Tucson Standard | Jul 9, 2024

U.S. Congressman Juan Ciscomani (AZ-06), a member of the House Appropriations Committee, introduced bipartisan, bicameral legislation this week to ratify and fund the Northeastern Arizona Indian Water Rights Settlement Agreement. This agreement aims to address longstanding water issues in Arizona by securing water rights for the Navajo Nation, the Hopi Tribe, and the San Juan Southern Paiute Tribe.

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Community invited to discuss accessory dwelling unit code amendments

By Tucson Standard | Jul 9, 2024

The Planning and Development Services Department (PDSD) invites the community to join virtual meetings to learn about upcoming changes to regulations for Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) in Tucson and provide input.

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Government events this week in City of Tucson: July 7-13

By Tucson Standard | Jul 8, 2024

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

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Enrollment Analysis: Asian students comprised 2.1% of Pima County's student body in 2022-23 school year

By Tucson Standard | Jul 8, 2024

In Pima County schools, 2.1% of students identified as Asian in the 2022-23 school year.

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Cochise County sheriff: 'This is the ugliest it’s ever been' at AZ-Mexico border

By Tucson Standard reports | Jul 8, 2024

Cochise County Sheriff Mark Dannels (R) said in a new documentary that the situation at the Arizona-Mexico border is the "ugliest it's ever been."

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Family & kids events this week in City of Tucson: July 7-13

By Tucson Standard | Jul 7, 2024

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

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Tucson Standard area weekly mass times

By Tucson Standard | Jul 6, 2024

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

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In Memoriam: Michael Blake remembered on his birthday (July 5)

By Tucson Standard | Jul 5, 2024

Michael Lennox Blake was born on July 5, 1945, in Fort Bragg, North Carolina.

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Austin VanDerHeyden: Homelessness numbers have seen 'a 92% increase over a five year stretch'

By Tucson Standard | Jul 5, 2024

Austin VanDerHeyden, the Municipal Affairs Liaison at The Goldwater Institute, had this exchange with host Leyla Gulen on the Grand Canyon Times Podcast:

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In Memory: Remembering Sue Alexander on Their Death Anniversary (July 3)

By Tucson Standard | Jul 3, 2024

Sue Alexander died on July 3, 2008, in Los Angeles, California.

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University launches new center dedicated to Indigenous language revitalization

By Tucson Standard | Jul 3, 2024

A new center at the University of Arizona has been designated by the U.S. Department of Education to lead efforts in revitalizing and maintaining Indigenous languages across tribal communities. The West Region Native American Language Resource Center, funded by a five-year $1.7 million grant from the Department of Education, began operations last fall.

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Researchers gather critical climate data in Tucson amid rising extreme heat concerns

By Tucson Standard | Jul 2, 2024

On June 28, by 9:45 a.m., Tucson was already experiencing temperatures in the low 90s, signaling the onset of a sweltering day. Reid Park reflected this with parking lots filled with cars seeking shade under mesquite and palo verde trees. Outdoor workers wore long-sleeved shirts and wide-brimmed hats, carrying large water jugs to combat the heat. Joggers and their dogs struggled through 30% humidity brought on by the monsoon.