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Water levels in Lake Powell, seen here in May 2021, are dipping dangerously low. The federal government has proposed an unprecedented plan to cut back on water supplies for Arizona, Nevada and California. The measure aims to keep water levels high enough to generate hydropower at the Glen Canyon Dam.

The Buzz: Looking back on 2022

Dec 30, 2022 Newsworthy interviews and topics that we addressed this year.
Rare desert winter snow on saguaro cactus in the Catalina Mountains.

The Buzz: Winter Solstice Celebrations

Dec 23, 2022 The importance of the shortest day of the year in cultures around the world.

Sierra Vista residents aim to bring holiday cheer to ill people by decorating tree near hospital

Dec 23, 2022 The decorations are becoming a tradition that draws the efforts of people from around the community.
Tribal water issues are among the subjects students will explore in the new research project.

New research project will connect UA students with underserved communities

Dec 22, 2022 They will explore local health and environmental issues in city neighborhoods along with rural and tribal regions.
Study: morning arguments at home lead to more productive meetings at work.

Study shows incivility at home connects to higher productivity at work

Dec 13, 2022 UA researchers found that people seek to mend hurt feelings while on the job.
This year's annual Fourth Avenue Winter Street Fair is expected to bring 300,000 attendees to Tucson.

Fourth Avenue Winter Street Fair brings business owners from across the country

Dec 10, 2022 The event highlights artisanal crafts and handmade goods.
An attendee is attempting to block a basketball from scoring mid-air at Tucson's first Disability Pride Celebration in Udall Park on Saturday, Dec. 3, 2022. Southern Arizona Adaptive Sports brought in wheelchairs as well as other equipment for Tucsonans to try adaptive sports for the first time.

Tucson holds first Disability Pride Celebration

Dec 7, 2022 The event included musical and storytelling performances from disabled Tucsonans.
Professor and author Richard Shelton has taught in the prison system for more than 30 years.

Acclaimed Arizona Author and Poet dies at 89

Dec 2, 2022 Richard Shelton was renowned for his inspirng work in various fields.
Downtown Tucson is seen in the distance from the intersection of Broadway Boulevard and Country Club Road.

The Buzz: Sunshine Mile project complete after years of work

Nov 18, 2022 Renovation to downtown's eastern gateway has been a topic since the 1990s.
Sharon Stetter, co-chair of the Bisbee Arts Commission showcases an exhibit of 130 local artists. November 2022

For Art's Sake

Nov 18, 2022 The Bisbee Arts Commission celebrates artists from the community of Lowell.
Cyclists ride in the 2017 El Tour de Tucson.

Thousands prepare for 2022 El Tour de Tucson

Nov 18, 2022 Bicyclists will ride in the longest-running event of its kind in Arizona.
The Tucson Casineros performed salsa dancing in the 33rd annual All Souls Procession on Sunday, Nov. 6, 2022 in downtown Tucson. Towards the end of the procession attendees place notes within a ceremonial urn and burn the letters.

Community members remember loved ones at All Souls Procession

Nov 7, 2022 This year marks the 33rd anniversary of the procession.
Día de los Muertos is an ancient blend of Native American and European traditions that is becoming more familiar to a growing number of people internationally. This altar is in the University of Arizona's Special Collections Library.

Día de los Muertos: Ancient Tradition in a Modern Era

Nov 2, 2022 Historic celebration is gaining traction across borders and cultures
Volunteers check voter registration at a voting station.

The Buzz: Latino voters are not a voting block

Oct 28, 2022 Plus, a check-in with elections officials as the midterm approaches.
Children enjoy Tucson Cyclovia in 2019.

Tucsonans prepare for Fall 2022 Cyclovia

Oct 28, 2022 Seasonal celebration takes cars off the street to celebrate city's neighborhoods
This rendering shows what architects propose for the redesign of the Fox Theatre.

Fox Theatre/Rio Nuevo deal helps pave the way for expansion

Oct 26, 2022 The revitalization district is selling the property for $100 and offering matching funds for the project.

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