Horne seeks proof of privacy law compliance as Ed Dept. pushes schools to disclose gender info to parents
Apr 2, 2025 Horne requests proof of privacy law compliance as the U.S. Department of Education urges schools to share students' gender identity changes with parents.
April events that bring the Tucson community closer together
Apr 2, 2025 Learn about the All In for Autism Dino Day & Walk; Pima Community College's Climate Community Day; John Coinman returns to the 40th Annual Tucson Folk Festival; and a new "Stories That Soar!" with some 1st grade humor.
Tucson Parks and Rec opens pools, splash pads ahead of rising temperatures
Mar 28, 2025 There is no entry fee for the city's pools or splash pads, offering residents an escape from the heat.
March Madness and babies: Are the sounds of the game too big for little ears?
Mar 27, 2025 A simple rule to remember: if it's too loud for you, it's too loud for them.
"It's the New Zoo Revue, comin' right at you!": A conversation with the hosts of the beloved 1970s kids' show.
Mar 26, 2025 Also on Arizona Spotlight: "A SandHill Day" by nature writer Rebekah Doyle; and the final essay from "The Class of 2024" about how teens help each other through difficult times.
Arizona State Board of Education delays vote on '25-26 ESA Handbook
Mar 24, 2025 The board voted to delay approving a new ESA handbook, which adds spending caps and curriculum rules for school vouchers.
AZ Democrats, Hobbs react to Trump’s Department of Education order
Mar 21, 2025 Lawmakers called potential federal education funding cuts “devastating.”
School thrift store supplies free support and valuable hope
Mar 20, 2025 Badger Closet at Tucson High Magnet School began a couple of years ago.
The new film "Corina" offers a compassionate look at living with anxiety.
Mar 19, 2025 Also on Arizona Spotlight: "A Book I Love" from the 2025 Tucson Festival of Books; "The Class of 2024" continues; and Mary Jo Pollack shares the story of earning her driver's license in 1964.
Pima County measles update: Health Department planning mobile school vaccination clinics
Mar 18, 2025 There are currently no reported cases of measles in Arizona, but the Health Department is advising increasing vaccinations in the event of an outbreak.
The Buzz: The Tucson Festival of Books
Mar 14, 2025 The annual Tucson event brings around 130,000 people together to celebrate literature.
"Back to the Heart" - Gabrielle Pietrangelo celebrates the end of a 4-year journey with a new album.
Mar 13, 2025 Also on Arizona Spotlight: Tucson architect Paula Holmes at 100, a woman always ahead of her time; and Lilliona from "The Class of 2024" shares an essay about growing up in the digital age.
Department of Education investigates ASU and other universities for alleged Civil Rights violations
Mar 11, 2025 The Trump Administration investigates student protests that occurred in support of Palestine last year.
Trump's DEI ban could take $800 million from Arizona universities
Mar 10, 2025 Affected grants cover wildfires, pollution, public health and more.
Two new books that bring important histories to light.
Mar 5, 2025 Kirsten Miller talks about her novel "Lula Dean's Little Library of Banned Books"; and Mike Stark shares the natural history "Starlings The Curious Odyssey of a Most Hated Bird".
The Class of 2024: Student essays about graduating in a time of uncertainy.
Feb 26, 2025 Also on Arizona Spotlight: TIHAN provides kindness and support to those living with HIV or AIDS; and a new Ten-Minute Drama.Selected Archive Filters
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