Housing Articles

Arizona’s ‘Ag to Urban’ Initiative tackling water shortages and sustainable growth

Jan 16, 2025 ADWR’s new program looks to transition water intensive agriculture to low-water-use urban developments amid Colorado River shortages.

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

Jan 15, 2025 Federal funding will support efforts to remove housing barriers, streamline permits and boost affordable options for Tucson families.

Governor Katie Hobbs targets school voucher reform and accountability in State of the State Address

Jan 13, 2025 Hobbs outlines 2025 plans for housing, childcare, education reform, water security, and public safety.

The Buzz: Previewing the 2025 legislative session

Jan 10, 2025 We speak with leaders from each party about their priorities for the session.

The Buzz: Catching up with Arizona AG Kris Mayes

Jan 3, 2025 Mayes talks about what happened in 2024 and what may come in 2025.

Ruben Gallego becomes first Latino U.S. Senator from Arizona

Jan 3, 2025 Gallego will serve on the Banking, Veterans Affairs, Homeland Security, and the Energy and Natural Resources committees.

New Tucson low-income senior housing complex is filling up fast

Jan 3, 2025 Milagro on Oracle has about one-third of its 63 units left to fill.

How climate change is changing the way Millennials plan for retirement

Jan 2, 2025 A University of Arizona study reveals how rising climate stress influences Millennial priorities in saving, spending and planning for the future.

AZ home affordability improves, still out of reach for average wage-earner

Jan 2, 2025 Data shows average wage-earners would still be cost-burdened with a median-priced home purchase.

Governor Hobbs spotlights Arizona homeownership program in Tucson

Dec 23, 2024 State-led initiative supports first-time homebuyers with down payment assistance and guidance.

The Buzz: Catching up with some of our 2024 interviewees

Dec 20, 2024 We check back in on four stories we covered this year to see how they are doing.

The Buzz: What will Arizona's economy be like in 2025?

Dec 13, 2024 We recap the year and take a look ahead with two economists.

The Buzz: Tariffs and Southern Arizona's Economy

Dec 6, 2024 With the promise of import taxes, will major industries in our area be affected?

Tucson’s land-use codes hinder availability of transitional housing

Nov 29, 2024 Outdated land-use codes are stalling high-density housing projects for Tucson’s most vulnerable.

Tucson City Council will revisit permit system for feeding unhoused in public parks

Nov 8, 2024 They moved to examine the issue and report back in 60 days.

"Gaudy Sorrow" is author Barbara Seyda's memoir of love and loss.

Oct 23, 2024 Also on Arizona Spotlight: Find out how the Assistance League of Tucson has been helping people in need for 65 years; and cold blooded critters (and those who love them) gather for the 22nd Tucson Reptile & Amphibian Show.

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