Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 5th of August.
Good morning, Tucson.
Roberto Navarro Bocanegra, a University of Arizona senior (who moved from northern Mexico as an infant), spoke out today about the challenges he and other local dreamers face from immigration enforcement.
His remarks add a local voice to the ongoing discussion about enforcement practices.
Gunnison Copper is planning a second mine in Cochise County that could produce 175 million pounds of copper annually for 21 years.
The project is expected to create 500 permanent jobs and boost local production + support domestic industry.
Salpointe Catholic launched a new wellness program & introduced a therapy dog today to support students on the first day of school.
The initiative seeks to boost student well-being as classes begin.
Students at Arizona State Schools for the Deaf and the Blind started classes yesterday at the new Oro Valley campus located at the former Copper Creek Elementary facility.
Officials said the move aims to provide a safer, modern learning environment under a five-year lease with Amphitheater School District.
Three local teachers are among five finalists for the state’s highest educator honor (recognizing excellence in teaching) as officials spotlight their strong classroom leadership.
Tucson Unified School District reminds parents to monitor students' online activity as the new school year approaches and warns that cyberbullying on personal devices can lead to strict discipline including suspension.
The district will investigate incidents carefully and provides support through social workers and counselors.
Arizona organizations can apply for the Recycling Grant Program until 3 p.m. on Sept.
29 to boost recycling efforts, reduce landfill waste, and spur local job growth. State workshops are available online (and in person) to guide applicants through the process.
Local leaders and community advocates pressed for federal action to protect children and families from extreme heat as the school year begins (a push driven by rising temperatures in Tucson).
A temporary detour on Sunrise Drive at Esperero Wash will be removed on Aug.
19 as culvert replacement work nears completion by Sept. 3, according to the Pima County Department of Transportation and Southern Arizona Paving. Traffic continues through the two-lane detour (25 mph) while construction proceeds.
A new study from the University of Arizona explains how brown recluse spider venom damages skin by attacking cells + triggering chemical reactions.
Researchers say the findings may help doctors treat bites and protect local residents.
Select Specialty Hospital Tucson East closed on Aug.
4 and is no longer admitting new patients. Staff are exploring patient transfer options to other hospitals within the Select Medical network.
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