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Southwest Gas bills should drop for customers in October

A Corporation Commission filing shows the company is zeroing out a fee on bills

Pima County Sheriff’s Department stops posting mugshots online

Pima County joins several other Arizona Sheriff’s Departments that have stopped the practice.

Attorney General’s office raises concerns about policy violations within Pima County Sheriff’s Department

The investigation started over concerns of the Department’s handling of an alleged sexual assault of female deputy.

The Buzz: Becoming an informed voter

As the election approaches, we discuss how to avoid fake news and find good information.

Tucson migrant operation to receive new funding while spending still in question

Pima County will receive nearly $19 million in federal funding to continue services for asylum seekers who come through Tucson.

Pima County launches website to help residents resolve warrants without arrest

The webpage breaks down how to deal with warrants as well as court information.

Vendor linked to former Casa Alitas director terminated for overcharging, procurement violations, and conflict of interest

The county confirmed that a laundry vendor for the Casa Alitas migrant program is owned by the former director’s mother.

Discovering dynamic history in "Coronado: The New Evidence".

Also on Arizona Spotlight: Simon Donovan shares a story about a beloved dog named Betty.

Pima County heat program converts old Tucson jail facility into latest cooling center

Tucsonans now have access to a new cooling center at the Mission Annex facility — a former minimum-security jail — on the city’s west side.

A crisis fraught with possibility: How a massive canal set Arizona up for growth

The Central Arizona Project ensured that the states biggest cities had enough water and brought about a farm boom in the middle of the state.

Arizona’s Latino voter population doubles since 2000, is a key force in 2024 election

New UCLA LPPI report highlights barriers and opportunities for engaging 1.3 million eligible voters in Arizona

Congressman Ruben Gallego visits Pima Community College to champion workforce development

The U.S. Senate candidate emphasized the need for adaptable education pathways and legislative support to address workforce challenges.

Laura Conover leads challenger Mike Jette after Tuesday night's primary

She looks ahead to advance reform initiatives and Right to Abortion Initiative.

Monsoon brings mixed emotions for road workers

The staff is on-call 24-hours a day.

"Taking the camel to the drive-in?" Historian David Leighton's history of the Reid Park Zoo

Also on Arizona Spotlight: Visit the Word of Mouth Print Space; celebrate imagination at the Library's Megamania!! Festival; and meet the founder of the Naco Wellness Initiative.

Pima County heat-related deaths in June topped 2023's totals

Days with high temperatures also saw a notable increase from the previous year.

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