University of Arizona Innocence Project awarded $1.5 million grant for wrongful convictions work
The federal funding will support DNA evidence analysis, helping to overturn wrongful convictions and train future advocates in Arizona.
“I did not want to let her go back inside,” says first responder in Pima County deputy rape case
Another responding deputy testified Ricardo Garcia was on first-name basis with Sheriff Chris Nanos.
The Buzz: Tariffs and Southern Arizona's Economy
With the promise of import taxes, will major industries in our area be affected?
Former Pima County Sergeant accused of rape was “best friends” with Sheriff Nanos, says victim
The victim’s testimony wrapped up on the third day of Ricardo Garcia’s trial.
Victim and other witnesses share painful testimony in rape case involving a former Pima County Sheriff’s employee
This is the second day of the trial of Ricardo Garcia.
How BICAS bridges bicycles, art and community.
Also on Arizona Spotlight: The story of Ittai Sopher, a former Arizona Spotlight producer, who became a "Jeopardy" champion; Marquez Price on the value of doing a digital detox; and "Stories that Soar!" features young kids thinking about big emotions.
Following abortion rights ballot measure, lawsuit seeks to overturn Arizona's 15-week ban
Plantiffs are suing the state, arguing that the 15-week law is now unconstitutional.
Grijalva steps down as ranking member of House Committee
Raúl Grijalva has been the highest ranking Democrat on the Committee since 2019.
No. 14 Arizona State has extra incentive vs rival Arizona for possible spot in Big 12 title game
Arizona State lost the last two games against the Wildcats.
Arizona executions to resume, breaking 2-year pause during review of state death penalty procedures
The attorney general said in May that executions could resume by early 2025.
Arizona sees record high vaccine exemptions among kindergarteners
Recent CDC data shows that vaccine exemptions for Arizona kindergarteners is up over last year, and the highest it’s been in at least 15.
The Buzz: Checking on the 2024 election with Adrian Fontes
Arizona's Secretary of State said this election went smoothly, though there's always room for improvement.
Trump’s proposed tariffs could spike U.S. grocery prices, industry experts warn
A 25% tariff on Mexican goods could have a ripple effect on U.S. produce prices and businesses.
Legal challenges loom as abortion is enshrined in Arizona's constitution
Absent a court order or legislative action, those laws will remain unchanged, even if they conflict with the voter-approved measure.
Conservation groups petition Arizona Game and Fish Commission to ban hound hunting practices
The Center for Biological Diversity and others, call for a statewide ban on using dog packs to hunt wildlife, citing threats to endangered species and fair chase ethics.
