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Bars of a jail cell.

Public radio investigates tribal jails, finds tragedy

Jun 17, 2021 The investigation identifies a 'pattern of neglect and mismanagement that lead to their death.'
Former Mexican Security Secretary Alfonso Durazo was elected governor of the state of Sonora in June 2021.

Sonorans elect former Mexican security secretary as governor

Jun 11, 2021 Analysis on the results from KJZZ's Kendal Blust
A vote here sign outside of a polling place in Tucson. November 2020.

Which Arizona political figures are favorable ahead of 2022 midterms

Jun 11, 2021 Insight from Mike Noble of Phoenix polling firm OH Predictive Insights
A home under construction in Marana in a development owned by Meritage Homes. March 2021.

Demand for housing in Arizona pushing up prices

Jun 11, 2021 A discussion with Arizona Dept. of Housing Director Tom Simplot
Red fire retardant is visible on parts of the Santa Catalina Mountains as a result of firefighting efforts against the Bighorn Fire. June 2020.

One year after Bighorn Fire, Coronado National Forest fire risk remains high

Jun 11, 2021 Drought conditions have worsened over the last year.
Arizona Department of Public Safety Trooper David Chavez on patrol in Pima County on May 10, 2021.

DPS sees traffic flows increase on Arizona’s interstates

May 14, 2021 A ride-along with a trooper offers a firsthand look at the types of incidents they encounter
File image of fentanyl pills seized by the Pima County Sheriff's Department. 2019.

Tucson Police Department unit investigating more overdose-related deaths

May 14, 2021 So far in 2021 the department has investigated more than 80 deaths associated with overdoses

Overdose deaths rise, DPS patrol, lumber shortages

May 14, 2021 Plus, Tucson Police discuss responding to more overdose calls
A group of demonstrators walk along the border wall in a march led by migrants and asylum seekers in Nogales, Sonora on April 30, 2021. The event was meant to urge President Biden to act on immigration reform.

Migrants, asylum seekers march in Nogales, Sonora

May 7, 2021 They say they want to hold President Biden accountable for his promise undertake immigration reform
A sign advertising free COVID-19 vaccines at a mobile vaccination unit operated by FEMA at Pima Community College's Desert Vista Campus on May 3, 2021.

How to effectively address COVID-19 vaccine hesitancy

May 7, 2021 An immunologist at the UA discusses the need for educating people about the scientific process
A construction worker seen through an uninstalled drainage pipe along the Broadway Boulevard expansion site in Tucson on May 4, 2021.

Broadway expansion work expected to speed up

May 7, 2021 The city of Tucson wrapped up installing new drainage systems beneath the roadway
Children peer through the border fence in Nogales, Sonora during a march led by migrants on April 30, 2021 who wanted to call attention to immigration policies in the United States that have prevented them from entering the country while they seek political asylum.

State infrastructure, migrants march, vaccine hesitancy

May 7, 2021 Plus, an update on major roadway projects in southern Arizona
The site of construction on new flyover ramps that will connect State Route 189 to Interstate 19 in Nogales. April 30, 2021.

New ramp by Mariposa Port of Entry seen way to boost trade

May 7, 2021 It's expected to shave minutes off of travel time from the port to Interstate 19 for commercial trucks
A group of F-16s at AMARG is ready to go back into service as drones to help test new weapons. April 2021

The Boneyard spends 75 years adding to history books

May 5, 2021 The planes at AMARG are a history of U.S. air power.
A warning label for opioid addiction on an oxycodone bottle.

Overdose deaths set record in 2020

Apr 30, 2021 Opioids were part of 70% of the deaths.
Inside a temporary, tent facility for unaccompanied minors in Customs and Border Patrol's custody in unincorporated Pima Country. April 2021.

Tour of Tucson’s temporary tent shelter for unaccompanied minors

Apr 30, 2021 Customs and Border Protection hosted an open house for the public

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