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The University of Arizona School of Journalism is joining critics of Sinclair Group's campaign ordering broadcasters to read scripts friendly to President Trump.

UA Journalism School Signs Letter Critical of Broadcast Group

Apr 10, 2018 Among more than 20 schools protesting the Sinclair media corporation's political scripts.
Tohono O'odham basket weaver Terrol Dew Johnson, seated left, gives a workshop outside the Arizona State Museum. Johnson is one of the master artists who participated in the museum's series.

Museum Series Supports Emerging Native American Artists

Apr 6, 2018 Pairs emerging artists with experienced potters and basket weavers from all over the Southwest.
The historic courthouse in downtown Tucson.

Supervisors to Vote on Two New Tenants for Old Courthouse

Mar 19, 2018 University of Arizona and Visit Tucson may split the majority of the courthouse's square footage.
A silent protester at a Feb. 5, 2018 demonstration at the University of Arizona commemorating Trayvon Martin, who was shot and killed in 2012.

Tucson's 3.6 Percent: Reflections on Being Black in a Majority-White City

Mar 9, 2018 Members of Tucson's black community discuss the complex and often difficult nature of calling the city home.
Regular New Yorker contributor David Owen writes about the Colorado River in his latest book.

Writing the River: A Conversation with New Yorker Writer David Owen

Mar 9, 2018 Owen will appear at the Tucson Festival of Books this weekend, his latest book investigating the past and future of the Colorado River.
A close-up of turquoise.

Searching for What Turquoise Tells Us About Ourselves

Feb 23, 2018 Researchers look into the significance of the stone for cultures, past and present.
The rooms at Dunbar Pavilion are in different stages of repair.

Honoring Dunbar School's Past, Reshaping its Future

Feb 5, 2018 Groups have plans for former segregated Tucson school buildings.
Tohono O'odham Rodeo and Fair, 2018.

Tohono O'odham Rodeo Returns for 80th Year

Feb 2, 2018 Events include cultural performances and activities alongside classic rodeo events.
The cover of Edible Baja Arizona magazine, an issue from November/December 2017.

Following Outpouring of Support, Edible Baja Will be Back, Publisher Says

Jan 12, 2018 Biggers would like to continue a print edition, though he's open to passing the business on to someone else.
Safos Dance Theatre performers Yvonne Montoya, Caroline Gaujour, and Grace Rhyne.

Grants Recognize Southern Arizona's Cultural Vitality

Dec 29, 2017 Thirty-one non-profits receive grants from the Arts Foundation for Tucson and Southern Arizona.
Folklórico dancers in Tucson, Arizona, 2017.

Report: Gap Grows Between 3rd-Generation Latinos and Cultural Roots

Dec 20, 2017 While many 3rd-generation Hispanic parents don't speak Spanish, the survey found, they want their children to learn.

Tucson Helping Kids Get Calls From Santa Claus

Nov 29, 2017 Last day for parents to request a call from St. Nick is Nov. 30.
Rebecca Brukman. 11/26/12. Bikers cross the finish line at El Tour De Tucson.

El Tour Brings 1000s of Cyclists to Tucson Streets Saturday

Nov 17, 2017 The event will create rolling road closures around Tucson.
The view of Mel's Bisbee Bodega from Main Street.

Mandatory or Voluntary, Bisbee Community to Keep Bag Ban Alive

Nov 7, 2017 Shop owners and residents would prefer not to fight the state in court over mandatory ban.
The All Souls procession in Downtown Tucson.

New Route for Sunday's All Souls Procession

Nov 2, 2017 Annual event draws an estimated 150,000 people to downtown Tucson.
A view of downtown Bisbee.

Facing Loss of State Funding, Bisbee to Roll Back Bag Ban

Oct 31, 2017 Version of resolution being drafted would make the ban voluntary, but reserve the city's right to challenge the state in court.

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