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Seven weeks after she won a special election to Congress from Tucson, U.S. Rep. Adelita Grijalva was sworn into office on Wednesday, and quickly added her name to the discharge petition to force the release of the Epstein files.
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Grijalva sworn into House 7 weeks after winning Southern Az congressional seat
Seven weeks after she won a special election to Congress from Tucson, U.S. Rep. Adelita Grijalva was sworn into office on Wednesday, and quickly added her name to the discharge petition to force the r...
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November 12, 2025 at 10:16 PM
Seven weeks after she won a special election to Congress from Tucson, U.S. Rep. Adelita Grijalva was sworn into office on Wednesday, and quickly added her name to the discharge petition to force the release of the Epstein files.
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Seven weeks after she won a special election to Congress from Tucson, U.S. Rep.-elect Adelita Grijalva said Tuesday that she finally has a date to be sworn into office. She's scheduled to finally be seated on Wednesday afternoon.
2 mos. after election, Grijalva says Speaker will swear her in Wednesday
Seven weeks after she won a special election to Congress from Tucson, U.S. Rep.-elect Adelita Grijalva said Tuesday that she finally has a date to be sworn into office. She's scheduled to finally be s...
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November 12, 2025 at 1:42 AM
Seven weeks after she won a special election to Congress from Tucson, U.S. Rep.-elect Adelita Grijalva said Tuesday that she finally has a date to be sworn into office. She's scheduled to finally be seated on Wednesday afternoon.
Democratic candidates for the Tucson City Council were headed to a resounding victory over their Republican opponents Tuesday night, getting more than two-thirds of the votes.
The election means Tucson will have its largest group of female councilmembers ever once the new Democrats are sworn in.
The election means Tucson will have its largest group of female councilmembers ever once the new Democrats are sworn in.
Dahl wins 2nd term; Schubert & Barajas new faces on Council as Dems sweep Tucson election
Democratic candidates for the Tucson City Council were headed to a resounding victory over their Republican opponents Tuesday night, getting more than two-thirds of the votes.
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November 5, 2025 at 5:00 AM
Democratic candidates for the Tucson City Council were headed to a resounding victory over their Republican opponents Tuesday night, getting more than two-thirds of the votes.
The election means Tucson will have its largest group of female councilmembers ever once the new Democrats are sworn in.
The election means Tucson will have its largest group of female councilmembers ever once the new Democrats are sworn in.
Tucson Sentinel Editor and Co-Publisher Dylan Smith was named a Civic Champion on Tuesday night.
Smith joined 6 other Southern Arizonans who were honored for their work in the community by the Arizona Democracy Resilience Network and Mormon Women for Ethical Government.
Smith joined 6 other Southern Arizonans who were honored for their work in the community by the Arizona Democracy Resilience Network and Mormon Women for Ethical Government.
Sentinel's Dylan Smith among community members honored as 'Civic Champions'
Tucson Sentinel Editor and Co-Publisher Dylan Smith was among seven Southern Arizonans honored as "Civic Champions" by the Arizona Democracy Resilience Network and Mormon Women for Ethical Government.
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October 31, 2025 at 3:12 AM
Tucson Sentinel Editor and Co-Publisher Dylan Smith was named a Civic Champion on Tuesday night.
Smith joined 6 other Southern Arizonans who were honored for their work in the community by the Arizona Democracy Resilience Network and Mormon Women for Ethical Government.
Smith joined 6 other Southern Arizonans who were honored for their work in the community by the Arizona Democracy Resilience Network and Mormon Women for Ethical Government.
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October 31, 2025 at 3:11 AM
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Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes filed a lawsuit Tuesday against the U.S. House of Representatives to force Congress to seat U.S. Rep.-elect Adelita Grijalva.
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Arizona files suit to require U.S. House to seat Adelita Grijalva
Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes filed a lawsuit Tuesday against the U.S. House of Representatives to force Congress to seat U.S. Rep.-elect Adelita Grijalva.
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October 21, 2025 at 10:36 PM
Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes filed a lawsuit Tuesday against the U.S. House of Representatives to force Congress to seat U.S. Rep.-elect Adelita Grijalva.
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UA President Garimella gives squishy response to White House demands — 'We seek no special treatment' & share 'vision rooted in a merit-based pursuit of excellence'
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UA won't sign Trump compact but offers 'commitment to collaboration'
The University of Arizona will not sign on to a "compact" for higher education laid out by the Trump administration, said UA President Suresh Garimella in a campus-wide email Monday, noting that the s...
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October 20, 2025 at 10:58 PM
UA President Garimella gives squishy response to White House demands — 'We seek no special treatment' & share 'vision rooted in a merit-based pursuit of excellence'
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Amonth after winning a landslide election, Adelita Grijalva still can't get to work — because the House hasn't seated her yet. And she'll likely remain in limbo, with Speaker Mike Johnson keeping the House out of session for a fifth consecutive week.
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Limbo: Johnson again keeps House at home, Grijalva still not seated a month after CD7 election
A month after winning a landslide election, U.S. Rep.-elect Adelita Grijalva still can't get to work — because the House hasn't seated her yet. And she'll likely remain in limbo, with Speaker Mike Joh...
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October 20, 2025 at 5:26 AM
Amonth after winning a landslide election, Adelita Grijalva still can't get to work — because the House hasn't seated her yet. And she'll likely remain in limbo, with Speaker Mike Johnson keeping the House out of session for a fifth consecutive week.
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In Downtown Tucson, thousands of Tucsonans turned out for the second "No Kings Day" of the year, part of a nationwide protest against the Trump administration and one of more than a dozen events across Southern Arizona on Saturday.
Photos: On 'No Kings Day' thousands of Tucsonans in Downtown, along Speedway
In Downtown Tucson, thousands of Tucsonans turned out for the second "No Kings Day" of the year, part of a nationwide protest against the Trump administration and one of more than a dozen events acros...
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October 18, 2025 at 9:43 PM
In Downtown Tucson, thousands of Tucsonans turned out for the second "No Kings Day" of the year, part of a nationwide protest against the Trump administration and one of more than a dozen events across Southern Arizona on Saturday.
Faculty Senate calls on President Garimella to reject deal that would 'endanger the independence, excellence & integrity' of University of Arizona
UA profs oppose 'academic compact'; Trump admin gives school until Oct. 20 to submit 'limited' feedback
The White House has given nine universities—including the University of Arizona—until Oct. 20 to send "limited, targeted" feedback on a "compact" for higher education, agreeing to suppress campus crit...
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October 7, 2025 at 4:23 AM
Faculty Senate calls on President Garimella to reject deal that would 'endanger the independence, excellence & integrity' of University of Arizona
Newly elected U.S. Rep. Adelita Grijalva will not be seated next week after House Speaker Mike Johnson declared a "district work period," sending members of Congress home through Oct. 13. The House had been set to reconvene on Tuesday.
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'What are Republicans so afraid of?': Grijalva says swearing-in delayed a week by GOP 'playing games'
Newly elected U.S. Rep. Adelita Grijalva will not be seated next week after Speaker Mike Johnson declared a "district work period," sending members of Congress home through Oct. 13. The House had been...
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October 3, 2025 at 10:31 PM
Newly elected U.S. Rep. Adelita Grijalva will not be seated next week after House Speaker Mike Johnson declared a "district work period," sending members of Congress home through Oct. 13. The House had been set to reconvene on Tuesday.
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A federal judge has tossed out a request by the city of Tucson to require Justine Wadsack to pay legal fees for a hearing she missed in the $8 million lawsuit she filed after she received a criminal speeding ticket in 2024.
Federal judge rejects Tucson's motion to force Wadsack to pay legal fees
A federal judge has tossed out a request by the city of Tucson to require Justine Wadsack to pay legal fees for a hearing she missed in the $8 million lawsuit she filed after she received a criminal s...
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October 3, 2025 at 8:31 PM
A federal judge has tossed out a request by the city of Tucson to require Justine Wadsack to pay legal fees for a hearing she missed in the $8 million lawsuit she filed after she received a criminal speeding ticket in 2024.
Afederal judge ordered Justice Department officials to give Pima County access to Julio Cesar Aguirre — a Mexican man whose case is at the center of a months-long rift between County Attorney Laura Conover and federal prosecutors.
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Judge orders Justice Dep't to give Conover access to alleged carjacker
U.S. District Judge Rosemary Marquez ordered U.S. Marshals to transport Julio Cesar Aguirre for an arraignment and initial appearance in local court, ruling for Pima County Attorney Laura Conover and ...
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October 2, 2025 at 9:42 PM
Afederal judge ordered Justice Department officials to give Pima County access to Julio Cesar Aguirre — a Mexican man whose case is at the center of a months-long rift between County Attorney Laura Conover and federal prosecutors.
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Afederal judge ordered Justice Department officials to give Pima County access to Julio Cesar Aguirre — a Mexican man whose case is at the center of a months-long rift between County Attorney Laura Conover and federal prosecutors.
Judge orders Justice Dep't to give Conover access to alleged carjacker
U.S. District Judge Rosemary Marquez ordered U.S. Marshals to transport Julio Cesar Aguirre for an arraignment and initial appearance in local court, ruling for Pima County Attorney Laura Conover and ...
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October 2, 2025 at 9:28 PM
Afederal judge ordered Justice Department officials to give Pima County access to Julio Cesar Aguirre — a Mexican man whose case is at the center of a months-long rift between County Attorney Laura Conover and federal prosecutors.
Amphitheater Public Schools plans to close multiple elementary schools starting with the 2026-27 academic year, Superintendent Todd Jaeger said in an email to staff Thursday morning.
Amphi planning to close up to 5 schools ahead of 2026-27 academic year
The Tucson-area district cites a shrinking number of students resulting in the loss of millions of dollars as a reason for closing up to five elementary schools.
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October 2, 2025 at 8:37 PM
Amphitheater Public Schools plans to close multiple elementary schools starting with the 2026-27 academic year, Superintendent Todd Jaeger said in an email to staff Thursday morning.
With the release of the first batch of early ballots in Tuesday’s special Congressional District 7 election, Democrat Adelita Grijalva was headed to a landslide victory over Republican Daniel Butierez.
Grijalva winning by 70% landslide in Southern Az congressional election
With the release of the first batch of early ballots in Tuesday’s special Congressional District 7 election, Democrat Adelita Grijalva was headed to a landslide 71-27 victory over Republican Daniel Bu...
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September 24, 2025 at 3:32 AM
With the release of the first batch of early ballots in Tuesday’s special Congressional District 7 election, Democrat Adelita Grijalva was headed to a landslide victory over Republican Daniel Butierez.
The developers of a Tucson data center are moving ahead after the City Council rejected a deal for reclaimed water. Project Blue will instead use a "closed-loop" air-cooling system that will consume no water but use more power, the company said.
"I smell a rat," Councilman Paul Cunningham said.
"I smell a rat," Councilman Paul Cunningham said.
Project Blue developer tells county they're still building Tucson data center
The developers of a planned Tucson data center say they're moving ahead after the City Council rejected a deal for reclaimed water for the site. Project Blue will instead use a "closed-loop" air-cooli...
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September 18, 2025 at 12:50 AM
The developers of a Tucson data center are moving ahead after the City Council rejected a deal for reclaimed water. Project Blue will instead use a "closed-loop" air-cooling system that will consume no water but use more power, the company said.
"I smell a rat," Councilman Paul Cunningham said.
"I smell a rat," Councilman Paul Cunningham said.
Former Az lawmaker claims 'family health crisis' led her to skip 3rd court hearing; GOP activist tweeted from Charlie Kirk event as judge questioned absence
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Facing sanctions, Wadsack drops $8M 'conspiracy' lawsuit vs. Tucson police
Justine Wadsack, who sued the city of Tucson for $8 million over a speeding ticket, has moved to dismiss her case after she missed a series of court hearings, faces possible sanctions and her attorney...
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September 9, 2025 at 10:56 PM
Former Az lawmaker claims 'family health crisis' led her to skip 3rd court hearing; GOP activist tweeted from Charlie Kirk event as judge questioned absence
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A Downtown Tucson restaurant is closing its doors permanently after 40 years in the community. But, according to the owner, the love that fueled the entire operation isn't going anywhere.
'The feeling of being home': The Little One closing after 4 decades of Poca Cosa restaurants
The Little One was one of two expansions of Café Poca Cosa, started in 1985 by father-daughter-team Luis and Suzanna Davila, and the last restaurant that made up part of the small family chain.
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September 9, 2025 at 1:04 AM
A Downtown Tucson restaurant is closing its doors permanently after 40 years in the community. But, according to the owner, the love that fueled the entire operation isn't going anywhere.
Former Republican state lawmaker Justine Wadsack could charged with contempt of court and sanctioned after she failed to attend a federal court hearing on Tuesday, as part of her $8 million lawsuit against Tucson city officials and the Police Department.
Wadsack may face sanctions, contempt after missing court hearing in $8M federal suit vs. TPD
Former Republican state lawmaker Justine Wadsack could charged with contempt of court and sanctioned after she failed to attend a federal court hearing on Tuesday, as part of her $8 million lawsuit ag...
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August 27, 2025 at 1:19 AM
Former Republican state lawmaker Justine Wadsack could charged with contempt of court and sanctioned after she failed to attend a federal court hearing on Tuesday, as part of her $8 million lawsuit against Tucson city officials and the Police Department.
Voters are one step closer to having a chance to extend a half-cent sales tax for transportation projects next year after the Regional Transportation Board voted 8-0 Monday to ask the Pima County Board of Supervisors to put a $2.67 billion plan on the March 2026 ballot.
RTA board sends $2.67B roadwork plan to Pima County Board of Supes
Voters are one step closer to having a chance to extend a half-cent sales tax for transportation projects after the Regional Transportation Authority Board voted 8-0 to ask the Pima County Board of Su...
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August 25, 2025 at 11:48 PM
Voters are one step closer to having a chance to extend a half-cent sales tax for transportation projects next year after the Regional Transportation Board voted 8-0 Monday to ask the Pima County Board of Supervisors to put a $2.67 billion plan on the March 2026 ballot.
The Regional Transportation Authority moved one step closer Friday to asking voters to extend a half-cent per dollar sales tax to continue funding transportation projects through 2046.
The RTA Board voted 6-2 to advance a $2.67 billion RTA Next plan for voters to decide on the March 2026 ballot.
The RTA Board voted 6-2 to advance a $2.67 billion RTA Next plan for voters to decide on the March 2026 ballot.
Pima transportation board advances 20-year, $2.67B RTA Next plan
The RTA Board voted 6-2 Friday to advance a new 20-year, $2.67 billion RTA Next plan for voters to decide on the March 2026 ballot.
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August 16, 2025 at 10:13 PM
The Regional Transportation Authority moved one step closer Friday to asking voters to extend a half-cent per dollar sales tax to continue funding transportation projects through 2046.
The RTA Board voted 6-2 to advance a $2.67 billion RTA Next plan for voters to decide on the March 2026 ballot.
The RTA Board voted 6-2 to advance a $2.67 billion RTA Next plan for voters to decide on the March 2026 ballot.
With all of the outstanding ballots tabulated, Tucson City Councilman Kevin Dahl has won the Ward 3 Democratic primary over Sadie Shaw by 19 votes.
The margin is close enough to require a recount after the City Council votes to canvass the Aug. 5 election, which is scheduled to happen Tuesday.
The margin is close enough to require a recount after the City Council votes to canvass the Aug. 5 election, which is scheduled to happen Tuesday.
With final ballots counted, Tucson Councilman Dahl ekes out win in Democratic primary
With all of the ballots tabulated, Tucson City Councilman Kevin Dahl has won the Ward 3 Democratic primary over Sadie Shaw by 19 votes.
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August 11, 2025 at 9:36 PM
With all of the outstanding ballots tabulated, Tucson City Councilman Kevin Dahl has won the Ward 3 Democratic primary over Sadie Shaw by 19 votes.
The margin is close enough to require a recount after the City Council votes to canvass the Aug. 5 election, which is scheduled to happen Tuesday.
The margin is close enough to require a recount after the City Council votes to canvass the Aug. 5 election, which is scheduled to happen Tuesday.
Recent sightings of wild jaguars — including 'Jaguar Number Four' on Wednesday — show Southern Arizona is still in the apex predator's range, University of Arizona researchers said.
New Arizona jaguar sightings a 'positive sign' despite border wall, UA researchers say
Recent sightings of wild jaguars — including 'Jaguar Number Four' on Wednesday — show Southern Arizona is still in the apex predator's range, University of Arizona researchers said.
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August 11, 2025 at 4:38 AM
Recent sightings of wild jaguars — including 'Jaguar Number Four' on Wednesday — show Southern Arizona is still in the apex predator's range, University of Arizona researchers said.
Sadie Shaw has picked up a majority of the ballots counted after Election Day, pulling within 19 with just a handful remaining in the Democratic primary as she seeks to knock Tucson Councilman Kevin Dahl out of his Ward 3 seat.
Recount coming: Shaw pulls within 19 votes of Dahl in Tucson Council primary
Sadie Shaw has picked up a majority of the ballots counted after Election Day, pulling within 19 with just a handful remaining in the Democratic primary as she seeks to knock Tucson Councilman Kevin D...
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August 8, 2025 at 11:30 PM
Sadie Shaw has picked up a majority of the ballots counted after Election Day, pulling within 19 with just a handful remaining in the Democratic primary as she seeks to knock Tucson Councilman Kevin Dahl out of his Ward 3 seat.