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HUD will allow more federal dollars to go toward electric bill assistance

Government officials visited a public housing complex in Tucson to make the announcement.

The Buzz: Coping with Extreme Heat

As summer temperatures get dangerous, we look at efforts to keep people safe.

Conflicting weather patterns bring monsoon uncertainty

The upcoming transition between an El Niño winter and a La Niña summer is unique.

New affordable housing project to transform historic Sugar Hill neighborhood

City of Tucson receives $2.5 million state tax credit to build 66 affordable units.

The Buzz: Arizona's Economy and Water

We speak with economic experts about Arizona's economy, with attention paid to how water plays a role.

Community activists protest Tucson budget over housing and homelessness

Meanwhile, members of the Tucson Crime Free Coalition said that the Tucson Police require additional funding to address homelessness and maintain public safety.

The 54th annual Tucson Juneteenth Festival: "It's a movement, not a moment."

Also on Arizona Spotlight: Richard Davis remembes growing up in Tucson's Black community; learn about Aphasia, and a place in Tucson offering friendship and support for those living with it; and go storm chasing with "Stories That Soar!"

Arizona advances in renewable energy with federal investments

Senator Mark Kelly and other local leaders talk about the state's clean energy growth and jobs.

White House National Cyber Director visits Pima Community College

PCC reports an 83% increase in enrollment in their cybersecurity programs.

Bond brings building improvements and technology to TUSD classrooms

Voters approved $480 million in the last election.

Rio Nuevo District offers incentives to keep hockey in Tucson

The Roadrunners will play most of their home games in the Old Pueblo next season.

Celebrating one of the Sonoran Desert's most popular visitors.

Also on Arizona Spotlight: The secrets of the Vegan Night Market; how the Noyce Teaching Scholarship is helping to find and retain good STEM teachers in Arizona; and Julie Sasse says goodbye to the Tucson Museum of Art.

Pima County celebrates eight GED’s awarded through adult education program

Recipients overcame significant life challenges including drug addiction and homelessness.

Homeless women of all ages in Tucson find hope at Sister José Women’s Center

The Tucson-based nonprofit is committed to the mission of aiding and uplifting women experiencing homelessness.

Remembering Movie Legend Roger Corman.

Also on Arizona Spotlight: Macro photographer Jillian Cowles peers into the private life of spiders; and Chris Dashiell visits "The Tomb of Ligeia".

AZ unemployment drops to near-record level

Arizona has approached the record low annually for three years

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