Tucson advocates push to protect Medicaid, SNAP
At a post–Mother’s Day event in Tucson, advocates, community leaders, and mothers gathered to defend Medicaid and SNAP, emphasizing their vital role in helping Arizona families survive and thrive.
Forum highlights cross-border collaboration on trade, workforce and sustainability
Leaders from Arizona and Sonora gathered in Tucson to strengthen cross-border partnerships on trade, workforce development, and sustainability.
Watch: Spotlight co-founder Schmidt on AZPM's The Press Room
Tucson Spotlight's Caitlin Schmidt joined AZPM’s The Press Room panel to discuss Senator Gallego’s immigration plan, CBP’s policy changes on vulnerable detainees, and Governor Hobbs’ veto of the hospital immigration inquiry bill.
UA climate plan stalls amid shifting priorities and federal DEI restrictions
Despite years of development, the University of Arizona’s Climate Action Plan has stalled amid shifting federal policies and administrative priorities, sparking student protests and concerns about the university’s commitment to sustainability.
Tucson nonprofit hits the road to fund housing for trans women of color
The Outlaw Project, a Tucson-based nonprofit led by trans activist Monica Jones, expanded its housing advocacy for trans women and gender-nonconforming people of color to Phoenix with a community fundraiser aimed at supporting long-term housing solutions.
TUSD moves forward with climate action plan after funding vote
The Tucson Unified School District voted to fund a student-written Climate Action Plan—hailed as the most comprehensive in the nation—that aims to make its schools net-zero and fully sustainable by 2040.
Youth On Their Own marks 40 years of impact
Youth On Their Own, a Tucson nonprofit, has helped more than 20,000 homeless teens stay in school and graduate over its 40-year history by providing financial aid, basic necessities and one-on-one support.
Events spotlight local efforts in Missing and Murdered Indigenous People crisis
Through walks, a symposium and community gatherings, Tucson advocates are building support networks and demanding justice for missing and murdered Indigenous people.
Experience, activism and opposition collide in Tucson’s Ward 3 council race
Tucson’s Ward 3 City Council race features incumbent Kevin Dahl, challenger Sadie Shaw, and Republican Janet Wittenbraker in a closely watched contest that could reshape the ward’s political landscape.