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đź’¸ Tucson schools could lose millions in federal funding under the proposed federal 2026 budget, with TUSD warning a $6.4 million cut would slash support for low-income students. Read that and other education notes here.
📩 Trump’s push to end mail-in voting is creating political headaches for Arizona Republicans, including candidates who have long relied on the system to win. Read more from AP.
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Clock ticks on federal budget while more than $10M for Tucson schools is on the line
The single-largest source of federal funds for the Tucson Unified School District is under threat for next budget year as the clock winds down on passing a new federal budget. […]
Help shape Arizona Luminaria’s future: Take our 2025 reader survey
At Arizona Luminaria, we don’t do this work alone. Your feedback guides the stories we tell and the communities we serve. Last year, readers like you helped us expand coverage […]
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En Arizona Luminaria, no hacemos este trabajo solos. Sus comentarios guĂan las historias que contamos y las comunidades a las que servimos. El año pasado, lectores como usted nos ayudaron […]
Trump’s call to end mail-in voting creates a dilemma for Arizona GOP candidates who benefit from it
PHOENIX (AP) — President Donald Trump has vowed to do away with voting by mail, but some of his Republican allies in two Western battleground states are taking a more cautious approach. […]
Centro de datos del Proyecto Blue avanza en condado de Pima prometiendo nueva tecnologĂa de enfriamiento con bajo consumo de agua
El desarrollador de centros de datos Beale Infrastructure dice que está avanzando con el Proyecto Blue, esta vez prometiendo una propuesta más ecolĂłgica que utilizará una nueva tecnologĂa de enfriamiento […]
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The Arizona Press Club named Arizona Luminaria the Community News Outlet of the Year and named Arizona Luminaria reporter Chelsea Curtis the Virg Hill Arizona Journalist of the Year. Additionally, reporter John Washington won the John Kolbe Award for Political Reporting. We are proud to do this work for you!
The Tucson City Council has meetings planned for Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday. See the agendas and meeting details.
Tuesday is Election Day in Congressional District 7. See our voter guide.
Discover the vibrant dragonflies of the Santa Cruz River at guided tours hosted by the Sonoran Institute, Saturday, Sept. 27 from 9 a.m. to noon at multiple locations. Family-friendly walks include a bilingual (English–Spanish) tour downtown along the river channel. Part of the month-long Dragonfly Festival celebrating the river’s ecology, culture and community. Details here.
Join a public panel about access to justice. “From the perspectives of the legislative, executive, and judicial branches,” the panel will “cover urban and rural needs and services; the economic impact of access; regulatory reform and innovation to improve it; and Arizona Commission on Access to Justice efforts to expand and enhance services statewide.” Taking place on Sept. 24 at 2 PM, the event will include Arizona Supreme Court Chief Justice Ann Scott Timmer; Arizona State Senators Shawna Bolick and Analise Ortiz; and others. Read more and register here.
Join AZPM for a screening of excerpts from “The American Revolution,” an upcoming documentary from directors Ken Burns, Sarah Botstein, and David Schmidt. In addition to the screening, there will be a panel discussion moderated by Arizona Illustrated host Tom McNamara and with Arizona Luminaria co-founder Irene Fischler McKisson on Speaking Up for Change: 1776 vs. 2025 TODAY Sept. 20 from 6:30-8:30 p.m. at the ENR2 building on the University of Arizona campus. Register for that screening or two others here.Â
Conferencia BilingĂĽe sobre el Cáncer de Mama 2025: El sábado 4 de octubre, de 8:30 a.m. a 12:00 p.m., se llevará a cabo el evento anual VIDA-Breast Cancer Bilingual Conference 2025 sobre la concientizaciĂłn del cáncer de mama en El Pueblo Neighborhood Center, 101 W Irvington Rd. BLDG 1, Tucson. La ponencia, gratuita, es organizada por United Hearts of Arizona/Corazones Unidos de Arizona y MarĂa Vianey Valdez Flores, directora ejecutiva y fundadora. MĂ©dicos especializados compartirán informaciĂłn sobre prevenciĂłn, atenciĂłn, manejo del dolor, nutriciĂłn y bienestar mental. TambiĂ©n habrá una presentaciĂłn especial de sobrevivientes de cáncer de mama. ¡Una oportunidad para educarnos sobre una enfermedad que afecta fuertemente a la comunidad latina!
2025 Bilingual Breast Cancer Conference: On Saturday, October 4, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:00 p.m., the annual VIDA – Breast Cancer Bilingual Conference 2025 on breast cancer awareness will take place at El Pueblo Neighborhood Center, 101 W Irvington Rd. BLDG 1, Tucson. The free event is organized by United Hearts of Arizona/Corazones Unidos de Arizona and MarĂa Vianey Valdez Flores, CEO and founder. Specialized doctors will share information on prevention, care, pain management, nutrition, and mental well-being. There will also be a special presentation by breast cancer survivors. A great opportunity to educate ourselves about a disease that strongly affects the Latino community!
Make your own dragonfly with a free, family-friendly Nature-to-Go craft kit from Pima County Conservation Lands and Resources. Pick one up Sept. 22 at Pima County libraries or Mission Garden — while supplies last — and share your creation with #scrdragonflyfestival.
Elabora tu propia libélula con un kit gratuito y familiar de “Naturaleza para Llevar”, desarrollado por el Departamento de Tierras y Recursos de Conservación del Condado de Pima. Recógelo el 22 de septiembre en las bibliotecas del Condado de Pima o en Mission Garden — hasta agotar existencias — y comparte tu creación con el hashtag #scrdragonflyfestival.
The Community Foundation for Southern Arizona wants to know how young professionals engage with the nonprofit sector. Take their new “Young Professionals in Philanthropy” survey about board service, volunteering, and giving; your input will guide programs that better connect you with local nonprofits. If you’re 18–49, add your voice at cfsaz.org/survey by Friday, Oct. 10.
The City of Tucson Parks and Recreation department has announced a 45-day public comment period for a proposal to rename Joaquin Murrieta Park on the west side to SalomĂłn R. Baldenegro Park. Read the proposal and submit a comment by Friday, Oct. 27 online here or by mail.Â
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