'We are not animals': Letter details how Tucson prison became COVID-19 hot spot
In a 22-page letter, a military veteran incarcerated at ASPC-Tucson describes a chaotic pandemic behind bars.
LGBTQ groups pressure Sonoran congress on marriage equality
An advocate says barriers to marriage make same-sex couples even more vulnerable during the coronavirus pandemic.
Analysis shows how Trump's census change would impact Congress
The Pew Research Center used 2017 data to estimate how many undocumented people are in each state.
Two Confederate monuments removed in Arizona amid broader push
The monuments were removed by the United Daughters of the Confederacy, who requested the state "regift" them for repairs.
Tucson repeals controversial ordinance on police crime scenes
Groups like the ACLU opposed the rule, which was widely criticized as an attempt to prevent the recording of police.
Celebrating Juneteenth during a pandemic
Though Tucson had to cancel its event, an organizer says the day is still an opportunity to honor Black independence, culture and family.
Behind the Mask
Also on Arizona Spotlight: A plea on behalf of sacred lands threatened by border wall construction; and a sincere thank you to comic book legend Dennis J. O'Neil.
Tucson Police Department policies draw scrutiny amid calls for change
Advocates for defunding TPD say reforms the department casts as "progressive" don't go far enough.
TPD chief says his force has already taken steps to reform
Tucson police have adopted rules to de-escalate conflict.
Tucson City Council to revisit ordinance on recording police
Members of the council said they'll be looking for more feedback on the ordinance, which garnered a wave of attention on social media.
Arizona Democrats among those backing sweeping police reform bill
The bill would ban the use of chokeholds and make it easier to hold officers accountable.
Black Lives Matter event draws thousands to UA; group says police presence broke agreement
The organization says it will no longer host events in collaboration with the university.
Adiba Nelson asks “What will it take for America to understand the pain of Black women?”
Also on Arizona Spotlight: Preserving the hidden history of one of Tucson's oldest Black communities; SpaceX launches a new era in space travel; and - was Speedway Boulevard ever really the ugliest street in America?
Tucson candlelight vigil for George Floyd draws hundreds
Organizers urged peaceful protest and called for changes like increased civilian oversight of police.
Immigration advocates: Exposure to COVID-19 higher than reported in ICE detention
Tucson legal aid group says a third of their clients tested positive for the virus once released.
