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Arizona lawmakers propose renaming Tucson federal building after late Congressman Raúl Grijalva

The building houses multiple federal agencies and immigration court.

"Everything You've Got": Sometimes it takes seven billion years to find yourself.

Also on Arizona Spotlight: The connection between Alcatraz prison and the Hopi tribe of Arizona; The Tucson Pink Pistols make a comeback; and the former owner of Colette's remembers Tucson's queer nightlife in the '80s.

Tucson VA employees seek early exit as Trump-era cuts face legal hurdles

Legal challenges may delay a Trump administration plan to reduce VA staff by 15%.

Pima Supervisors request another AZ Attorney General review of Pima County Sheriff's Department

County Administrator Jan Lesher is requesting a review of an investigation into the chain of command the night that a deputy was assaulted by her supervisor in 2022.

"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: Mike Stark shares the natural history "Starlings: The Curious Odyssey of a Most Hated Bird"; and "Stories that Soar!" asks that we look for beauty beyond the screen.

Catholic Community Services closes free meal sites

The Pima Council on Aging says federal cuts and a funding shift forced the closures.

Tucson Opens Cooling Centers for Summer Heat Relief

The centers provide safe, air-conditioned spaces during peak heat hours.

Tucson Botanical Gardens Buys Neighboring Japanese Gardens

Tucson Botanical plans to operate both gardens, which are not contiguous

Ending the silence about mental health in Southern Arizona.

Also on Arizona Spotlight: Tucson youth explores emotion and expectations in his book "The Weight of Tomorrow"; and how Ability Dogs of Arizona pairs those in need with canine companions.

The game is afoot in "Ms. Holmes and Ms. Watson - Apt. 2B".

Also on Arizona Spotlight: What's it like to win on "Jeopardy"?; and the debut of "Cracks", a new Ten-Minute Drama by Alejandro Canelos.

Board of Supervisors delays property tax vote - again

Some supervisors say more planning is needed before approving Matt Heinz’s proposal, despite growing concerns over housing insecurity and homelessness.

Tucson Mayor Romero heads to Qatar for economic summit

The Qatar Economic Forum gathers world leaders and corporate CEOs to discuss the future of the worldwide economy.

Paid parking in Tucson will be extended beginning June

Car users will have to pay for parking on Saturdays until 7 p.m.

Monsoon 2025: Dry spring could mean good chances for storms

Monsoon season officially starts June 15.

The Buzz: Southern Arizona’s role in “Peace Through Deterrence”

Titan missile silos once surrounded the area, and from churches to plant nurseries, the remnants are everywhere.

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