Tucson

Clash Over Project Blue: Tucson City Council’s Rejection Unravels Pima County Land Sale Plans

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TUCSON, Ariz. — Pima County officials are grappling with their plans for Project Blue, a proposed data center, after a recent decision by the Tucson City Council raised significant concerns. In July, county supervisors had approved the sale of nearly 290 acres of land intended for the center, but the council’s refusal to annex the property complicates the deal. The county had expected to receive approximately $21 million for the land, located near the intersection of I-10 and Houghton Road. However, the sales contract included critical stipulations: the City of Tucson needed to agree to … Read more

Tucson Judge Puts Brakes on Deportation of Guatemalan and Honduran Children Amid Ongoing Legal Disputes

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TUCSON, Ariz. — A federal judge has issued a temporary order to suspend the deportation of Guatemalan and Honduran children, responding to ongoing legal disputes surrounding their immigration status. This decision, highlighting the complexities of U.S. immigration policies, comes amid growing concerns over the treatment of unaccompanied minors at the southern border. The ruling, which arises from a case involving several advocacy groups, has significant implications for thousands of vulnerable children facing deportation. Advocates argue that many of these minors are fleeing violence, poverty, and political instability in their home countries. By pausing their deportation, … Read more

Tucson Police to Launch Major Seat Belt and Child Safety Seat Enforcement Initiative Next Month

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Tucson, Arizona – In an upcoming initiative next month, Tucson Police Department and several local law enforcement agencies are set to actively enforce state regulations on seat belt and child safety seat usage. The move comes as part of a statewide push to enhance road safety and reduce the number of injuries and fatalities that result from traffic accidents. Arizona’s laws mandate that all vehicle occupants must wear a seat belt. Specifically, children under the age of eight or shorter than 4 feet 9 inches are required to be secured in a child safety seat. … Read more

Trial Intensifies: Defense Seeks Dismissal in Fatal Distracted Driving Case in Tucson

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Tucson, Ariz. — The legal battle surrounding Jana Giron, accused of causing a fatal crash while allegedly distracted by her phone, moved forward as prosecutors concluded their presentation on Friday. Giron faces serious charges in a 2019 incident that resulted in the deaths of Caitlin Festerling, 21, and Paul Garcia, 22. The defense argued that Giron was unaware of the dangers posed by her actions and should not be held criminally responsible. They contended that the charges, particularly manslaughter, were not appropriate for the situation which they claimed was accidental and largely uncontrollable. Initially, Giron … Read more