BLUEPRINT AMERICA: Beyond the Motor CityThe latest installment in the BLUEPRINT AMERICA initiative takes viewers on a cinematic journey in search of America’s transportation future. Monday, February 8th at 10:00 p.m. on PBS-HD.
This program examines how Detroit, a grim symbol of America’s diminished status in the world, may come to represent the future of transportation and progress in America.
Detroit’s engineers designed the nation’s first urban freeways and inspired much of America’s 20th-century transportation infrastructure system — from traffic signals to gas stations — which became the envy of the word. But over the last 30 years, much of the world has moved on, choosing faster, cleaner, more modern transportation and leaving America behind.
BLUEPRINT AMERICA “Beyond the Motor City” shows how the auto industry, which created the transportation system that is now fraught with so many problems, is also the industry that puts Detroit in perhaps the best position to transform itself for the transportation of the future. Current and former auto industry executives explain how defunct auto manufacturing plants are being retooled to build the renewable energy components that will be the building blocks of the new transportation system.
AZPM celebrates 50 years of service!AZPM is celebrating 50 years of service to the community with a wide range of events and programming. Find out more about these events and see who's congratulating AZPM on a job well done.
Stories From Arizona Public Media_________________________________
January 29, 2010 | AZPM - Arizona faces one of the nation’s most severe state budget crises. The State of Arizona this year is spending roughly $10.1 billion, but revenues of only $6.4 billion will be collected. Two leading economic advisers give their assessment of the state of Arizona’s economy and budget crisis. Visit our Politics page for the full one-hour special program, information and resources.
February 4, 2010 | AZPM - Literacy is an important part of helping people get jobs or promotions and a local group is helping those in need of perfecting reading and writing skills.
February 3, 2010 | AZPM - The recall effort against Tucson's mayor and two city council members is slowing down, but organizers say it's not being called off just yet. They're taking a wait-and-see approach.
February 3, 2010 | AZPM - Concurrent sessions at the Arizona Legislature are creating some confusion when it comes to identifying bills.
Commercial Real Estate Outlook
February 2, 2010 | AZPM - Experts says the commercial real estate market in Tucson may have bottomed out, but it has a lot of losses to recover.
January 27, 2010 | AZPM - Economists think the recession may be over, but a lot of people are still feeling the pain and aren't seeing much improvement in their finances.
January 26, 2010 | AZPM - Despite a bad economy, Tucson-area restaurants seem to be weathering the storm, but not without making some changes and giving up some profits.
January 25, 2010 | AZPM - Leading economists from the University of Arizona will discuss the state of Arizona's economy during a special AZPM TV event Friday night at 9:00. Viewers questions will also be answered.
January 20, 2010 | AZPM - The Barraza-Aviation Parkway extension is moving forward, despite governmental budget problems.
January 20, 2010 | AZPM - Drought and population growth are bringing water shortages along the Colorado River.
January 19, 2010 | AZPM - Members of the University of Arizona community now have a drop-off site for donations to earthquake-ravaged Haiti.
January 15, 2010 | AZPM - Autistic author and professor Temple Grandin has many stories to tell about animals and humans.
UA Parking Fee Hikes To Be Delayed
January 14, 2010 | AZPM - There is a bit of good news for students and staff members struggling financially at the University of Arizona.
January 12, 2010 | AZPM - Arizona Governor Jan Brewer (R) delivered her first "State of the State" address Monday, as Arizona struggles with a huge budget deficit.
January 11, 2010 | AZPM - National Association of Realtors President Vicki Cox Golder of Tucson is predicting a growth in home sales this year.
January 11, 2010 | AZPM - The 2010 regular session of the Arizona Legislature begins today with Governor Jan Brewer's "State of the State" address.
Can AZ Treasurer Dean Martin Issue IOU's?
January 8, 2010 | AZPM - Paying State Workers With IOU'S May be Illegal
January 8, 2010 | AZPM - Tucson singer-songwriter Namoli Brennet transcends musical boundaries.
January 7, 2010 | AZPM - Upgraded Hubble captures youngest universe yet.
January 7, 2010 | AZPM - The average price for gasoline in Arizona could hit $3 a gallon soon, if current trends continue.
January 6, 2010 | AZPM - Arizona decides to stay in the pact of states wanting to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.
January 5, 2010 | AZPM - If you still have your Christmas tree, don't just toss it to the curb. The City of Tucson has sites to take it off your hands.
January 5, 2010 | AZPM - The City of Tucson is urging residents to spend 12 minutes cleaning up their community.
UA Professor Goes to Washington, D.C.
January 5, 2010 | AZPM - University of Arizona water specialist Katharine L. Jacobs has been tapped to help the Obama administration address climate change.
January 4, 2010 | AZPM - The Arizona Board of Regents is taking a close look at University of Arizona athletics and whether the school, as a whole, is reaping the benefits.
Southern Arizona Makes Christmas Traditions
December 23, 2009 | AZPM - Southern Arizona's unlikely contributions to snowy, white Christmas traditions.
December 16, 2009 | AZPM - State Schools Superintendent Tom Horne says Mexican children are illegally attending Pima County schools.
December 10, 2009 | AZPM - When coyotes start living in close proximity to humans, and their pets, clashes ensue.
December 10, 2009 | AZPM - Tucson doesn’t fare well in a nationwide employment poll.
Arizona's Budget Worst in Nation
December 9, 2009 | AZPM - The State of Arizona will be $1 billion in the red by the end of 2009.
December 8, 2009 | AZPM - Thousands of University of Arizona students are getting ready for graduation day.
December 7, 2009 | AZPM - Some fresh faces officially have joined the Tucson City Council.
December 7, 2009 | AZPM - Dustinn Craig brings authenticity and a new voice to Public Broadcasting.
December 4, 2009 | AZPM - The University of Arizona sets up a model program to ease the transition to civilian life.
December 4, 2009 | AZPM - There's a growing interest in raising chickens in our community and a local organization is holding its second city chicken coop tour this weekend.
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Monday, February 8
| 7 p.m. | PBS Newshour |
| 8 p.m. |
Antiques Roadshow
Atlantic City, Nj - Hour Three |
| 9 p.m. | Bombing Of Germany: American Experience |
| 10 p.m. | Blueprint America: Beyond The Motor City |
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Arizona Illustrated Tax Tips Week Arizona Illustrated's annual "Tax Tips Week" -- now in its 19th year -- begins Monday Feb. 8 and continues through Feb. 11
A team of volunteer Arizona CPAs are answering tax questions at the National Bank of Arizona from Arizona Illustrated viewers. The hotline number is 520-584-6220 and is available from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m., Monday through Thursday. Viewers are also invited to post their questions for the CPAs on the Arizona Public Media Facebook page at www.Facebook.com/azpublicmedia
Arizona Illustrated Tax Tips Week also features tax-related segments and studio interviews with CPAs, including Jan Flanagan, Lori Hoby, Bill Stephens, Richard Bratt and Michael C. Flowers. Topics scheduled for discussion on Arizona Illustrated during the week include charitable giving, standard deduction changes, car and home purchases, and capital-loss carryovers.
