The Buzz: Arizona's Economy and Water
We speak with economic experts about Arizona's economy, with attention paid to how water plays a role.
White House National Cyber Director visits Pima Community College
PCC reports an 83% increase in enrollment in their cybersecurity programs.
The Buzz: Housing Round Table Discussions
We talk with experts in homelessness and housing to talk about Southern Arizona's crisis.
Pima County celebrates eight GED’s awarded through adult education program
Recipients overcame significant life challenges including drug addiction and homelessness.
The Buzz: Helping those who would otherwise be homeless
We highlight two efforts aimed at getting people off the streets in southern Arizona
March was Tucson Airport’s highest travel month since 2008
TIA saw nearly 400,000 passengers last month.
Sheriff’s Department accused of violating religious freedoms of Israel-Hamas protestors
Four of the 26 people arrested at the Nov. 2023 protest say their actions are protected under religious freedom laws.
City Prosecutor’s Office reports progress in expunging marijuana offenses
A new internship with the University of Arizona College of Law is helping move expungement filings faster.
The Buzz: Historic Markers Around the State
We wrap up a series of stories from around the state by telling three historic stories.
Pima County evictions fell over 40% in March
But experts say the positive trends are still leaving some renters behind.
Pima County receives nearly $22 million for asylum seekers
Pima County is receiving nearly $22 million in federal funding to continue services to asylum seekers, who come to Tucson and smaller border communities after being released by Border Patrol.
The Buzz: Invasive plants and wildfire danger
Arizona's increasing risk of wildfire and encroaching invasive plants are putting native plants in peril.
Pima County expects upcoming migrant funding to last through August
Pima County expects to receive at least 12 million dollars in federal funding from the recent Homeland Security appropriations bill to continue services to asylum seekers through August, after coming dangerously close to having to turn people away.
Supervisors hesitant on new jail commission
Board members said the county has limited jurisdiction when it comes to criminal justice reform.
Lesher: Past criminal justice reform efforts will shape new jail commission
The Pima County Administrator told the Board of Supervisors over the weekend that she is assembling a team of county staff to review justice reform efforts from at least the last seven years.
