Arizona move toward 100% clean energy faces challenge from legislature
The legislature considers limiting the power of state utility regulators as it looks to increase Arizona's renewable energy standard.
An early look at the Biden administration’s approach to immigration policy
President Biden has already approved a slew of directives on immigration policy, but not everything has changed.
Reflecting on Arizona’s pandemic one year in
Experts weigh in on we've learned since last spring.
PFAS contamination draws local, national cleanup efforts
The so-called “forever chemicals” accumulate in bodies and can have numerous health impacts.
A look at economic help for Arizonans one year into the pandemic
Despite federal and state aid, many Arizonans are still at risk of going hungry or losing their homes.
Local officials discuss changes to prosecution, police funding
A new county sheriff and attorney bring different perspectives to criminal justice as criticism of police funding continues.
A look at border, environmental changes likely under new administration
President Biden’s executive orders and action on various issues could bring changes to Arizona.
Controversial Oak Flat mine moves closer to reality
Oak Flat, sacred to the Apache and other tribes, sits over a huge reserve of copper.
Pima County expands COVID-19 vaccine rollout
As counties across Arizona work to innoculate more people, vaccine availability remains a problem.
Looking ahead 10 years after deadly Jan. 8 shooting
Survivors and advocates discuss progress on reducing gun violence and what still needs to be done.
Checking in on the health of the Santa Cruz River
Upgrades to the county’s wastewater treatment continue to improve the vitality of the river and the wildlife it supports.
Exploring unions in Arizona
A growing number of white-collar workers are forming unions in industries like higher education and journalism.
Digging into campaign spending in the 2020 election
How much difference did record-breaking campaign spending make in Arizona?
Downtown development renews scrutiny of economic incentives and community preservation
A tax incentive helped revitalize Tucson’s downtown, but some residents say it also threatens to push them out.
A look at how zoning shapes Tucson development
Zoning is increasingly at the heart of conversations around housing affordability and environmental sustainability.
