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Red states sue Biden administration over transgender health care protections tucsonsentinel.com/local/repor
Seven GOP-dominated states filed a federal lawsuit in St. Louis against multiple Biden administration agencies, in opposition to recent changes to the Affordable Care Act meant to protect transgender people from medical discrimination.

Southern Az Democrat Engel raises record haul in CD6 congressional bid tucsonsentinel.com/local/repor
Democratic congressional candidate Kirsten Engel raised more than $1.7 million between April 1 and June 30, setting a new state record, according to her campaign. She's looking toward a rematch with GOP incumbent Rep. Juan Ciscomani.

Democrats in hotly contested Southern Az statehouse race jointly raise $250k tucsonsentinel.com/local/repor
Democratic candidates Kevin Volk and John McLean are vying to flip two seats in one of Southern Arizona’s most-watched legislative districts. Each reported collecting more than six figures in the latest fundraising quarter, as they challenge Reps. Cory McGarr and Rachel Jones and Sen. Justine Wadsack.

Democrats in hotly contested Southern Az statehouse race jointly raise more than $200K tucsonsentinel.com/local/repor
Democratic candidates Kevin Volk and John McLean are vying to flip two seats in one of Southern Arizona’s most-watched legislative districts. Each reported collecting more than six figures in the latest fundraising quarter, as they challenge Reps. Cory McGarr and Rachel Jones and Sen. Justine Wadsack.

Pima County issues air pollution advisory for Thursday tucsonsentinel.com/local/repor
The Pima County Department of Environmental Quality issued a Dust Action Day for particulate matter air pollution today for the Tucson metropolitan area.

U.S. House passes bill requiring proof of citizenship to vote in federal races tucsonsentinel.com/nationworld
The U.S. House of Representatives passed a bill Wednesday that would require individuals registering to vote to provide proof of citizenship, and would require most individuals registering to vote to have a passport, to participate in federal elections - an act that is already illegal.

Az Democratic delegates reject calls for Biden to quit race tucsonsentinel.com/local/repor
Arizona Democrats who’ll serve as convention delegates are standing by President Joe Biden despite widespread concerns about his ability to serve four more years or fend off rival Donald Trump.

Abortion rights campaign sues over ‘partisan’ summary of ballot measure to amend Az Constitution tucsonsentinel.com/local/repor
Arizona Republicans added “unborn human being” to a description of the state’s abortion rights ballot measure that’s set to be included in a voter information pamphlet — and now they’re facing a lawsuit for violating a state law requiring the use of impartial, nonpartisan language.

Az dispensaries recalling marijuana concentrate due to possible piperonyl butoxide contamination tucsonsentinel.com/local/repor
Arizona dispensaries are voluntarily recalling DIME Mint OG, a marijuana concentrate/extract, due to possible contamination with possible contamination with the pesticide piperonyl butoxide.

Judge dismisses murder case vs.Southern Az rancher, ruling out retrial tucsonsentinel.com/local/repor
A Santa Cruz County Superior Court judge has dismissed the criminal case against George Alan Kelly, a Kino Springs resident accused of the second-degree murder of Gabriel Cuen Buitimea, a 48-year-old Mexican citizen.

AG Mayes investigating Az school voucher program for illegal payments tucsonsentinel.com/local/repor
The Arizona Attorney General’s Office is investigating the state’s school voucher program for alleged illegal payments that were approved without documentation required by state law.

Arizona schools combat phone use in classrooms, see effect on youth mental health tucsonsentinel.com/local/repor
Across Arizona, school districts are limiting or outright banning phone use during the school day in an effort to curb distractions. An added perk could be reducing negative mental health outcomes tied to social media use on phones.

Drop off your household hazardous waste at Tucson collection event Saturday tucsonsentinel.com/local/repor
Tucson residents can drop off old cleaning products, batteries, paint and paper documents at the city's monthly household hazardous waste collection event this Saturday, July 13.

Ocasio-Cortez files articles of impeachment against Justices Thomas & Alito tucsonsentinel.com/nationworld
Congressional Democrats fired their latest salvo in their battle against ethical malfeasance at the Supreme Court, as New York Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez filed articles of impeachment against Justice Clarence Thomas and Justice Samuel Alito.

Beat the heat: Enjoy Tucson’s best attractions & events after dark tucsonsentinel.com/arts/report
You can skip the summer heat and check out Tucson's after-dark activities at Tohono Chul park, Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum, Reid Park Zoo, Children's Museum, Pima Air and Space Museum and more.

District 3 Democratic candidates for open Pima Supes seat meet in forum tucsonsentinel.com/local/repor
Political hopefuls mostly agree on issues, stress how their backgrounds have prepared them for the job, as Democratic candidates vie for votes to fill seat held for decades by Sharon Bronson.

Beat the heat: Enjoy Tucson’s best attractions & events after dark tucsonsentinel.com/local/repor
You can skip the summer heat and check out Tucson's after-dark activities at Tohono Chul park, Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum, Reid Park Zoo, Children's Museum, Pima Air and Space Museum and more.

McLean: 'Edgar Soto cares and is a winner.' tucsonsentinel.com/opinion/rep
'There’s no doubt that he would bring this optimistic, caring and committed attitude with him to make the Pima County Board of Supervisors more successful.' — Wade McLean

Jette: 'Your well-being & safety are my top priorities' tucsonsentinel.com/opinion/rep
"My professional journey thus far has instilled in me a profound understanding that justice is not merely about punishment but about restoring balance, ensuring safety to the community, and providing the necessary services to both defendants and victims." — Mike Jette, candidate for Pima County attorney

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