Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 22nd of October.
Good morning, Tucson.
The University of Arizona suspended all Sigma Phi Epsilon activities on Wednesday, Oct.
21 after allegations it provided alcohol to minors + hosted unregistered social events that created dangerous conditions, with fraternity leadership required to meet the Dean of Students Office by Monday, Oct. 26.
Tohono Chul presented its 15-year plan today to build on a 40-year legacy (based on feedback from over 800 participants).
The vision will guide upcoming exhibits, programming, and community events around Tucson.
Service animals will model outfits at the Dogs 'N Denim Fashion Show at McClelland Park courtyard from 5 to 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct.
29. UA students donated denim for the event, and pet owners plan creative looks, including a pirate theme for service dog Mowgli (featuring a parrot).
Copper World will begin mining in 2029 at its long-delayed operation in the Santa Rita Mountains south of Tucson, creating 500 permanent jobs.
A University of Arizona student overcame a rare medical condition to deliver a live vocal performance during the School of Global Studies Block Party and Open House held Friday, Oct.
9 at Marshall Plaza — his healing journey continues to inspire others.
TUSD received a $41.1M federal grant today to build the Frank Borman K8 School on Davis-Monthan Air Force Base, fixing facility issues and supporting 604 students annually as part of a $54M project prioritized by the Office of Local Defense Community Cooperation (OLDCC).
Military officials sought public input on a chemical cleanup plan at AF Plant 44 after firefighting runoff caused groundwater contamination; a 30-day comment period opened on Oct.
21 and will end Nov. 20.
A Tucson nonprofit said federal agencies have stopped renewing permits for a dozen desert water stations after 25 years of service due to concerns over trash and attracting migrants, and the group will seek new local or private partnerships to restore access while 70 percent remain active in the desert.
The Arizona women’s basketball team, featuring 10 newcomers, will host Embry-Riddle in an exhibition game today at 6 p.m. in McKale Center (at ALKEME Arena) with coach Becky Burke (Embry-Riddle’s first head coach) adding personal meaning to the matchup.
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