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This dog was transferred to the Humane Society of Southern Arizona from California, due to the ongoing wildfires and will become available for adoption. For more information contact the HSSA. Monday, Jan. 25, 2027.

Arizona animal shelters open doors to dogs displaced by California wildfires

Humane Society of Southern Arizona and Pima Animal Care Center collaborate to find homes for 70 rescue dogs as adoption fees are waived.
The Tucson Police Department's main building is located on Stone Avenue south of downtown.

City of Tucson stresses TPD will not enforce immigration law

A media release outlines actions officers cannot or should not do.
Opponent of the proposed Interstate 11 holds up a sign stating her position on the topic.

Progress on Interstate 11 in AZ on hold after lawsuit deal

A stay in a court case means environmental reports will be re-examined.
Micky Dolenz is the drummer and vocalist of the 1960s rock band, "The Monkees".

Micky Dolenz on what being a Monkee means to him.

Also on Arizona Spotlight: Invisible Theatre's production of "What the Constitution Means to Me"; and how Adiba Nelson's new children's book is a love letter to those seeking representation and a connection to spirituality.
File image of a row of lockers in a school.

Armed intruder arrested at Legacy Traditional School in East Tucson

Suspect Daniel Hollander was found with a gun and knife in the charter school's gymnasium.
Students and families receive packaged meals from Tucson Unified School District workers who are distributing meals along the district's bus routes during closures associated with the COVID-19 pandemic.

Court ruling ends nearly 50 Years of federal oversight for TUSD in desegregation case

The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals upheld the 2022 district court's findings.
Arizona Senator Mark Kelly questions nominee for the Administrator of the Environmental Protection Agency, Lee Zeldin during his confirmation hearing before the Senate Committee on Environment & Public Works on Thursday, Jan. 16, 2024.

Arizona Senator Mark Kelly seeks commitment from EPA nominee to address legacy mines and PFAS issues in Arizona

Lee Zeldin agrees to support Kelly’s initiatives.
Trombonist, Delfeayo Marsalis will be performing in the Tucson Jazz Festival at the Rialto Theatre on Sunday, January 19th.

Delfeayo Marsalis brings New Orleans jazz to Tucson.

Also on Arizona Spotlight: Three emerging local jazz musicians; and storyteller Jess Losoya shares a story about freedom.
A key in a door lock.

Tucson secures $7 million HUD grant to expand affordable housing access

Federal funding will support efforts to remove housing barriers, streamline permits and boost affordable options for Tucson families.
Members of the Pascua Yaqui tribal council break ground on their third casino alongside other local leaders on Monday, January 13, 2025 in Tucson, Arizona.

Pascua Yaqui Tribe breaks ground on culturally significant land for third casino

The new casino is expected to create upwards of 500 new jobs.
The downtown Tucson Police Department station, South Stone Avenue.

Tucson Police Department secures $1.5 million grant to advance sexual assault investigations

The funding will support advanced DNA methods to solve cold cases and prevent backlogs.
Mayor Regina Romero delivers her annual Report to Tucsonans at the Tucson Convention Center on Tuesday, Jan. 7, 2024.

Mayor Romero delivers annual report on Tucson’s growth and challenges

Provides update on the city’s public safety, housing and infrastructure projects.
Dominique Eade, Dweezil Zappa, and Vicki Lawrence (from left to right).

Stars who are coming to Tucson.

Jazz singer Dominique Eade, rocker Dweezil Zappa, and comedy legend Vicki Lawrence all bring their talents to The Old Pueblo.

A New Legacy: Tucson considers renaming Columbus Park to honor Tohono O’odham educator

Danny Lopez spent over 30 years teaching the Tohono O'odham Nation's traditional way of life to its people and surrounding community.
This crisis of elderly women facing homelessness is a new phenomenon, and the number of women in need is increasing. Their struggles are exacerbated by lack of affordable housing and shelter's having limited bed space. The woman featured in this photo is over 60.

New data shows more Tucson women, children without homes in 2024

There was a slight decrease in overall homelessness in Pima County last year, but an increase in women and young people without stable housing.
A police line around a crime scene.

Tucson homicides go up in 2024, but stay below recent high

Tucson Police data show 66 homicides happened last year, an increase from the previous year.

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