Tucson elephant calf Meru warmly greeted her new herd member, is making lots of training progress and loves grapes. Read moreMeru is no longer the newest member of the elephant herd — but she's still the baby 🐘

Femme Photo Club meets monthly in Tucson to learn photography skills, get hands-on experience and mingle with like-minded community members. Read moreThis photo club is a space for femmes to learn photography skills and mingle with community

Tucson tattoo artist Stephanie Heffron is a contestant on “Ink Master” Season 16, bringing her bold, creative flair and mastery of ink to the TV competition.  Read moreTucson tattoo artist inked into the spotlight as contestant on 'Ink Master' season 16

Tucson's annual All Souls Procession took place on Sunday, Nov. 3, 2024. The event is organized by Many Mouths One Stomach. Read more10 beautiful photos from Sunday's All Souls Procession ❤️

Jessica Gonzales painted a desert-themed mural at Park Place Mall that spans 26,000 square feet and is the largest outdoor mural in AZ. Read moreTucson is now home to the largest outdoor mural in the state 🎨

The Ninth House, a cherished metaphysical shop in the heart of Tucson, has officially welcomed new owners. Read moreEnchanting changes: new owners bring fresh spirits to this beloved metaphysical shop

Tucson's Center for Creative Photography is showcasing more than 145 photographs and archival photographic equipment from Louis Carlos Bernal's career as a pioneering Chicano photographer and local arts icon. Read moreThis Tucson gallery is celebrating the legacy of the 'Father of Chicano Photography'

Tucson's zoo is welcoming 16-year-old African elephant Tsavo to the herd. Read moreReid Park Zoo is officially home to a new elephant 🐘

Come Oct. 22, 15 service dogs will walk in a fashion show that features clothing made by University of Arizona students using recycled denim and jerseys. Read more15 dogs will walk the runway wearing denim outfits made by UA students

German Fencing Academy is a world-class fencing studio located at Tucson Mall. The academy offers fencing courses for all experience levels and hopes to become a true development program for local youth. Read moreTucson Mall is home to a world-class fencing academy, helping athletes strive beyond the sword

Elephant calf Meru loves grapes, is learning "ear" cues and has started to be more intentional with the way she uses her trunk. Read more7 months and 700 pounds: here's what Tucson's baby elephant has been up to

As a Tucson native, Pascal loves exploring local markets, stumbling upon a new mural and cooling down with the new flavor of the month from Eegee's. Pascal is excited to join #ThisIsTucson and looks forward to telling diverse stories.  Read moreMeet Pascal Albright, #ThisIsTucson's new features reporter ✨

This year’s monsoon in Tucson was split in two: An early, wet start and a dry, especially hot end.  Read moreHere's how much rain we got during monsoon this year ☔️

Mini Broadway stages have taken over Tucson's Mini Time Machine Museum of Miniatures. Read moreIconic Broadway stages from 'Hamilton' and 'Beetlejuice' are now in miniature form in Tucson

This new book tells the story of four generations of a Tucson family who managed and worked at downtown's El Rapido Mexican Food for 67 years. Read moreThis memoir recounts the history of a decades-old Tucson restaurant

If you're only in Tucson for a few days, here are our suggestions on what to do and eat while you're visiting — from a taco tour to a cup of coffee at Barista Del Barrio to a hike through Saguaro National Park. Read moreYou have 72 hours in Tucson. Here's what you should do.

A project fueled by volunteers and local businesses will see El Presidio Historic District become a pedestrian haven with sidewalk dining, adult and children’s playgrounds and murals. Read moreTucson's first neighborhood is getting sidewalk dining, playgrounds and murals

Shannyn and Kenneth Wilson recently opened Saguaro Square, an indoor shop on Tucson's far-east side. Handmade items, from stickers to jewelry to soap, line the dozens of shelves. Read moreThis new east-side shop features handmade art from more than 100 local vendors

A Tucson author's career has taken flight following the release of her debut novel — a fiction romance that has garnered national attention. Read moreThis local author's debut novel has seen widespread success — and it's set in Tucson!

Reid Park Zoo's 6-month-old elephant calf Meru reached a big milestone: she got into the grown-up pool, which goes as deep as 10 to 11 feet.  Read moreAt 6 months old, Tucson's baby elephant has made her way into the big girl pool

If you can't afford to shop from a small business, there are still ways to support Tucson's makers and entrepreneurs. Here's how. Read more7 ways to support local businesses without spending money