The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has released its final rule for energy efficiency standards for residential cooking products, a move that has been influenced by the efforts of U.S. Congresswoman Debbie Lesko (AZ-08) and feedback from around the country. Congresswoman Lesko's bipartisan passage of the Save Our Gas Stoves Act played a significant role in dialing back the Biden Administration's radical agenda against gas stoves."I'm pleased that the bipartisan passage of my Save Our Gas Stoves Act in the U.S. House of Representatives helped the Biden Administration...
There were 350 American Indian or Alaskan Native students were enrolled in Peoria Unified School District schools in the 2022-23 school year, according to the Arizona Department of Education.
The 99th annual Tucson Rodeo Parade, set to take place on Thursday, February 22, at 9 a.m., will have a new route this year. The parade will now begin at South 12th Avenue and Drexel Road, proceed east on Drexel to South Nogales Highway, and then turn north, ending at Irvington Road.The decision to change the route was made by the organizers of the parade due to Union Pacific Railroad's recent announcement that they will no longer hold trains for the three hours necessary on the section of track that the parade has historically crossed on its previous route."The route...
Crews from Next Generation Electrical, contracted by the City of Tucson Department of Transportation and Mobility (DTM), will be working on the Drexel Road and Park Avenue intersection to improve safety as part of the voter-approved Proposition 411 Tucson Delivers Safe Streets Program. The work will involve removing old traffic signals and activating new ones with flashing yellow arrows. The project is scheduled for Thursday, January 25, 2024, from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m.During the work, the traffic signals will not be operational, and lane restrictions will be in place at the...
On January 20, 2024, the Tucson March for Life 2024 will take place, resulting in several road and lane closures. The march, spanning a four-mile route, will commence near the St. Augustine Cathedral on Church Avenue and conclude at the Holy Hope Cemetery. To ensure the safety and smooth flow of the event, law enforcement officers will be present to direct traffic.Motorists should be prepared for delays in the area due to the event. It is advised to plan travel accordingly and exercise caution when driving, cycling, or walking in the vicinity. Participants and spectators...
State Rep. Austin Smith (R-Ariz.) responded to a viral video posted on X showing the CEO of United Airlines, Scott Kirby, doing a drag performance. Kirby has been criticized for his DEI efforts within the company over recent years.
The City of Tucson Magistrates Merit Selection Commission is currently in the process of interviewing applicants for a vacant City Magistrate position in City Court. The applicants selected for interviews are Donald Alfred McDonald, Frank Anjakos, Matthew A. Walker, Paul Joseph Skitzki, Sarah Mayhew, and Suzette Marquez Leonardo.In order to ensure transparency and involve the public in the decision-making process, the commission is welcoming and encouraging public participation. The commission is particularly interested in hearing from individuals who are familiar with...
There were 18,294 Peoria Unified School District students who took the AASA/ACT Language Arts test in the 2021-22 school year, according to the Arizona Department of Education.
On January 15, 2024, Borderland Construction, contracted by the City of Tucson Department of Transportation and Mobility (DTM), will commence a significant roadway improvement project on Silverbell Road. The project, part of the Proposition 101 - Tucson Delivers Better Streets Program, aims to enhance the quality and safety of the road from Congress Street to St. Mary's Road.To kick off the project, crews will first locate underground utility lines along Silverbell Road. This initial work will involve lane restrictions to accommodate the shifting of vehicles around the...
The City of Tucson has taken a significant step towards prioritizing the welfare of its workers by passing a Prevailing Wage Ordinance. This move underscores the city's dedication to ensuring fair compensation for labor and protecting workers from exploitation.Tucson Mayor Regina Romero expressed her belief in the importance of prevailing wages, stating, "Prevailing wages have long served as a tool to uplift our communities, improve our local economy and protect all workers from being underpaid and taken advantage of." She emphasized that this ordinance would have a...
The City of Tucson has announced a public meeting to discuss revised rates and fees. The meeting is scheduled for January 10, 2024. The city has provided multiple options for participation, including virtual Zoom meetings and in-person locations across different wards. Virtual participants can join the meeting via the Zoom link provided (https://us06web.zoom.us/j/83143537728) or by calling in at 833-548-0282, with the meeting ID: 831 4353 7728. For those who prefer in-person attendance, the meeting locations are as follows:- Ward 1: Fred Archer Center, 1665 S. La...