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White House Senior Advisor Tom Perez at a news conference with Tucson Mayor Regina Romero. February 20, 2024

The Buzz: What happens when Washington comes to town?

The Buzz rides along as a federal advisor goes on a tour with city officials.
Pickleball is one of the many activities that will be held during the 2024 Senior Olympic Festival in Tucson. These people are playing in Udall Park, on Tucson's east side.

Senior Olympic Festival Is This Month

Participants 50 years old and older will take part in hundreds of activities in Tucson
City of Tucson's council chambers in downtown.

The Buzz speaks with Tucson City Council candidates

Candidates see streets, crimes and homelessness as the city's top issues.
Candidates for Mayor of Tucson. From left to right: Ed Ackerley (I), incumbent Regina Romero (D), and Janet "JL" Wittenbraker (R).

The Buzz: El Tour de Mayor of Tucson

AZPM takes a drive around Tucson with three candidates running in the mayor's race.
A pond at Reid Park.

Tucson Parks and Recreation looks for feedback on Reid Park remodel

The Reid Park Master Plan Concept reveals a design centered on biodiversity expansion.
A vacant lot is used as a place to stack and assemble sandbags for use by residents whose properties are at risk of flooding.

The Buzz: A strong monsoon brings road closures and floods

Why does some infrastructure get overwhelmed by above-average summer rain?

Tucson city budget town hall: infrastructure and mobility

Thursday night's town hall updated residents on various projects and surveyed attendees' priorities.
Plans for a sensory park in Tucson, where children on the autism spectrum can play safely.

Sensory park for kids with autism breaks ground in Tucson

Fully enclosed park will give parents of "runners" peace of mind.
Downtown Tucson, Oct, 23, 2019.

News roundup: Virus numbers grow at UA, Biden increases lead in AZ, flu shots crucial

Recent coverage impacting Southern Arizona, September 14
One of a series of illustrations depicting planned facilities at Bike Ranch Tucson.

Bike Ranch resort approved in Saguaro National Park East buffer zone

Cycling resort 5 years in the making gets the go-ahead from the Pima County Board of Supervisors.
The entrance to Saguaro National Park east.

Volunteers Keep Saguaro National Park Clean During Shutdown

Staff at Tumacácori National Historical Park tighten budgets as they wait to return to work.
Visitors sit near the "A" painted on Sentinel Peak.

Cyclist Death on 'A' Mountain Raises Calls for Improvements

Residents are calling for safety measures and restricted hours for vehicles.
A June afternoon at Archer Pool, 1665 S. La Cholla Boulevard, 2018.

Report: Tucson No. 3 Big City for Number of Community Pools

The annual report from Trust for Public Lands put Tucson near the top of the list for pools per capita, while overall park spending has seen a decrease.
Monsoon clouds build up over the Catalina Mountains in this photo shot from the University of Arizona campus. From July 2018.

Monsoon Moisture Leads to Drop in Fire Restrictions

Various agencies will lift the restrictions starting on Friday, thanks to seasonal precipitation.
Construction crews work on playground improvements at Himmel Park. From July 2018.

City Council Sets Details For November Parks Bond

Financial oversight mechanisms put in place by a 5-1 vote.
A file photo of lightning striking the Santa Catalina Mountains.

Lightning-Sparked Blazes Mean Decisions for Fire Managers

Naturally occurring fires can be managed for some benefit, but often must be extinguished for safety concerns.

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