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Heather and Carey look through scrapbooks together in the AZPM radio studio.

"Any Act of Violence Has Many Victims."

Arizona Spotlight examines the impact of gun violence in the Tucson community, and domestic assault shooting victim Heather and her mother Carey share their story of survival and hope.
Looking out at the tower at the Tucson International Airport.

Allegiant Air Coming to Tucson Airport

The low-cost airline will bring two new destinations to TIA.
A recent report from the CDC says breastfeeding rates are lower than recommended.

Report Card: Breastfeeding Rates Still Fall Short

The CDC report suggested most mothers want to breastfeed but lack necessary social supports.
An aerial view of UA Tech Parks off Rita Road and I-10. An area west of the site is planned for residential, retail and office development.

UA Tech Park to Mentor Companies in Solar Competition

Participants could win portion of $3 million. Will receive help from UA and other 'Connector' organizations.

Marana Developing Plan to Treat Two Contaminated Wells

Wells have tested positive for compounds not regulated by federal laws.
Joe Arpaio, Martha McSally and Kelli Ward.

Arizona Voters Won't See Senate Primary Debates

Three GOP candidates are vying to replace Sen. Jeff Flake, while Democrats see the seat as a key step in taking the U.S. Senate.
A March 2015 launch of a NASA-funded World View balloon flight to carry experiments to a near-space environment.

Judge Sides With Pima County On Part 2 of World View Case

Ruling says the county properly entered into no-bid contracts with builders so it could meet World View's needs.
The west facade of United States Supreme Court Building at dusk in Washington, D.C., USA. From October 2011.

Immigration Cases Tossed in Fallout From Supreme Court Ruling

A little-known decision has brought more chaos to an already strained system.
The Pima County Sheriff's headquarters on E. Benson Highway.

Federal Law Enforcement Grants Appear on Supervisors' Agenda Again

Operation Stonegarden grant debate began in February and has been put off numerous times.
Arivaca, 2015.

Harassment in Arivaca: Issues With Restraining Orders in Rural Areas

Rural residents face more expensive "per mile" fees for delivering court papers.
Two cacti at Naranja park in Oro Valley were shot with arrows in early July.

Saguaros in Oro Valley Park Shot With Arrows

The Oro Valley Police are looking for the cactus vandal.
Workers install solar panels on a rooftop.

Pima County: Solar Savings $220,000 Since 2015

Most of the privately owned solar arrays operating on county property are lowering the county's electric bill.
Monsoon clouds build up over the Catalina Mountains in this photo shot from the University of Arizona campus. From July 2018.

Monsoon Moisture Leads to Drop in Fire Restrictions

Various agencies will lift the restrictions starting on Friday, thanks to seasonal precipitation.
A protester holds a sign at a border demonstration in Nogales, Arizona. (June, 2018)

Poll: Arizona Voters Oppose ICE Shutdown

Even in heavily Democratic Pima County, less than a quarter of the people questioned agreed with abolishing ICE.
Passengers approach the remodeled security checkpoint at Tucson International Airport.

City Annexes Tucson International Airport

Annexation provides tax dollars to the city, assistance to the airport.
A file photo of lightning striking the Santa Catalina Mountains.

Lightning-Sparked Blazes Mean Decisions for Fire Managers

Naturally occurring fires can be managed for some benefit, but often must be extinguished for safety concerns.

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