Celebrate incredible art and artifacts from Indigenous creators and history makers.
How did the drive to reproduce unlock the incredible beauty and complexity of life on Earth?
Pati travels Colorado to New Mexico, finding the Rio Grande and the lives it sustains.
Follow immigrant families rising up to seek justice in an industry rife with exploitation.
Cushla grieves and final truths emerge. Gina sobers up and the family faces a final shock.
Americans use ancient wisdom and new technology to fight extreme weather.
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Muhammad Ali is banished from boxing for refusing induction into the Army.
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Watch as Edith prepares to go abroad, suitors flock to Mary and Rose makes her move.
History comes alive with leadership lessons from presidents and first ladies for America’s 250th.
Local Headlines
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Reid Park ZooThe 4.5-acre exhibit will be the largest addition to the zoo since 2012. -
The Loft CinemaWith added screens and a new executive director, the 16th Loft Film Festival will give out its first screenwriting award. -
Noor Haghighi/AZPM NewsThe continuation of a decades-old maintenance and operations override is passing by less than 50 votes. -
Katya Mendoza/AZPM NewsEnvironmental groups federal agencies in September, challenging their approval of ancillary infrastructure projects like a power transmission line and access road on public land.
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Station News
U.S. Navy Band Commodores record Veterans Day Special for AZPM Jazz channel
Celebrate Veterans Day with the sounds of American jazz as the U.S. Navy Band Commodores jazz ensemble take over airwaves Wednesday, Nov. 11, on AZPM Jazz 89.1 HD-2.
AZPM wins eight 2026 Rocky Mountain Southwest Emmy® Awards
AZPM received eight Emmys® in as many categories with staff earning 17 individual awards in recognition of excellence in storytelling, editing, and photography.
A season of thanks and a celebration of public media
From award-winning local journalism to special holiday programming, there's much to celebrate this November—and much to be thankful for.
AZPM News earns multiple 2025 Arizona Press Club Awards
Arizona Public Media was recognized for collaborative video storytelling, community journalism and breaking news coverage for reporting in 2025.
Public Radio Music Day 2026: What does home sound like?
This Public Radio Music Day the AZPM radio team shares what home sounds like to them, plus some hot takes.
AZPM.org website upgrade in progress
AZPM's new and improved digital experience is currently underway, thank you for your patience.
Join the 2026 Mister Rogers' Sweater Drive
AZPM is partnering with Maya Palace Boutique and Bridal Shop to host the Mister Rogers' Sweater Drive from October 13 through November 13.
Celebrating AZPM’s Emmy® nominations and a fall full of stories, science, and community
Twenty AZPM original productions earn regional Emmy® nominations, and a vibrant fall lineup brings new stories, discoveries, entertainment, and opportunities to connect.
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On this shorter holiday edition, Tucsonans mark Veterans Day; a newly elected congresswoman vows to create a path to citizen for veterans without one; local libraries stay open longer; and more... -
Residents want answers about a new border patrol checkpoint; tubes on the moon could keep space explorers safe; an in-depth look at the people helping refugees navigate American life; and more...
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The wait for election results is not over -- we’ll tell you why; voters reject tighter voting rules; The future of Old Tucson hangs in the balance; and more...
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Acclaimed chef and television personality Pati Jinich visited AZPM’s Baker Center for Public Media for a conversation with Tom McNamara about her life, career, and passion for exploring food and culture.
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