Covid and Museums
The American Alliance of Museums did a national survey to see how COVID-19 affected museums across the country, the pandemic hit these institutions hard, and bouncing back wasn’t going to be easy.
Two Restaurants 2
What became of two Tucson restaurants after the pandemic changed everything?
Lessons From Lockdown: How COVID Changed Our Relationship To Nature
Soon after the COVID lockdowns, news stories emerged about wild animals roaming city streets. This period has provided useful data about animal behavior.
"It's the New Zoo Revue, comin' right at you!": A conversation with the hosts of the beloved 1970s kids' show.
Also on Arizona Spotlight: "A SandHill Day" by nature writer Rebekah Doyle; and the final essay from "The Class of 2024" about how teens help each other through difficult times.
COVID is still evolving and will find new ways to evade immune systems, scientists say
"It's the fact that we have immunity that is largely responsible for making it seem like this virus is less dangerous," says Michael Worobey, who studies the evolution of viruses at the University of Arizona.
The Class of 2024: Student essays about graduating in a time of uncertainy.
Also on Arizona Spotlight: TIHAN provides kindness and support to those living with HIV or AIDS; and a new Ten-Minute Drama.
Rogue Theatre's "Marjorie Prime" creates a conversation about what it means to be human in the age of AI.
Also on Arizona Spotlight: Understanding canyons on the moon; and more voices from The Class of 2024.
Bill Medley of The Righteous Brothers brings songs of love to Tucson.
Also on Arizona Spotlight: Marquez Price's new book "The Backcourt" examines the bonds of family, friendship, and teamwork; and Luis shares what the first year of both high school and the COVID-19 pandemic was like for him in "The Class of 2024".
Winter illnesses return with a vengeance
The number of people catching the flu is skyrocketing, while COVID-19, RSV and other respiratory viral illnesses are also rising.
Flu cases rise again, while COVID takes a back seat
It's an unusual winter for respiratory illnesses. The flu is peaking twice: once in early January and again in February.
"Photographing with respect": How Tim H. Murphy creates unforgettable portraits of Indigenous dancers
Also on Arizona Spotlight: "Stories that Soar!" asks that we look for beauty beyond the screen; and an essay series "The Class of 2024" begins.
Is it the flu or is it COVID? One at-home test can tell you
The FDA recently authorized the iHealth at-home test for the SARS-CoV2 virus and two strains of the flu virus.
"Gaudy Sorrow" is author Barbara Seyda's memoir of love and loss.
Also on Arizona Spotlight: Find out how the Assistance League of Tucson has been helping people in need for 65 years; and cold blooded critters (and those who love them) gather for the 22nd Tucson Reptile & Amphibian Show.
Updated COVID vaccines are coming soon
The new COVID vaccines are designed to keep the shots up to date with the virus, which keeps evolving to evade our immune systems.
TUSD looks to reallocate $3.5 million out of its desegregation plan
The proposed changes come as the district looks to retain roles that were funded by pandemic era aid.
