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VA Secretary announces expansions to Tucson's VA Medical Center

Expansions to mental health and emergency services are expected to be complete by the end of the year.

Back to school: San Xavier del Bac Mission School reopens after two-year hiatus

Historic catholic school welcomes young learners back to campus with renewed spirit and community support

Tucson Superfund Site cleanup stalled by U.S. Air Force

EPA urges action on PFAS contamination as Air Force faces penalties for delayed cleanup plan.

Laura Conover leads challenger Mike Jette after Tuesday night's primary

She looks ahead to advance reform initiatives and Right to Abortion Initiative.

Toxic Waters: EPA and military clash over Tucson’s groundwater cleanup

Families affected by cancer and premature deaths blame a history of polluted water in southern Tucson. The water utility is trying to clean up the problem.

"The Holocaust and Beyond: From the Boy Who Escaped the Nazis"

Also on Arizona Spotlight: The story of Nick C. Hall, the Mayor of Old Tucson, and a song about spreading love, joy, and hope.

A wet week brings above average rainfall totals for Southern Arizona

Tucson has accumulated almost four inches of rain since the season began.

Changes to Tucson’s hard to recycle plastic program in effect

Plastic items must now be placed in Hefty Renew orange bags.

Not off to the races, Pima County suspends horse racing at the Rillito Racetrack in 2025 amid procurement controversy

County halts the process to ensure fair competition and assess the track's condition.

Tucson Audubon Society Gets Closer to choosing a New Name

Organization wants a future without the controversial "Audubon" associations

US Air Force challenges EPA’s emergency order on PFAS cleanup at Tucson Superfund Site

Military contests EPA’s jurisdiction and urgency of PFAS threats at Tucson site.

"A medium guy in general, across the board." Joe Pera talks with Tucson.

Also on Arizona Spotlight: Checking in with the Tucson Audubon Society; and a Tucson knitter who is making socks the REAL old-fashioned way.

AZ Supreme Court: State not responsible for TUSD desegregation expenses

The Arizona Supreme Court ruled Monday that the state does not have to reimburse Pima County for taxes levied for Tucson Unified’s programs stemming from its decades-long desegregation case.

Monsoon brings mixed emotions for road workers

The staff is on-call 24-hours a day.

Historic homes near University of Arizona relocating

Developer Capstone Communities gave Joel Ireland, a resident of the West University neighborhood, the historic homes to be placed on a plot of land he owns.

Sharing lived experience with keen observation.

On this Arizona Spotlight, hear three women who are telling vibrant stories across different mediums.

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