Overdose deaths down in Arizona last year, nationwide
Despite the drop, health experts warn of federal action halting progress on overdose deaths.
Native communities in Arizona to receive $500,000 grant to combat opioid misuse
Grant will support prevention, treatment, and recovery efforts in tribal and urban Indian communities.
Arizona experts warn of devastating impact of Trump’s proposed tariffs on Mexico and Canada
Proposed 25% tariffs on imports could drive up costs for consumers and manufacturers, raising fears of a trade war.
Delfeayo Marsalis brings New Orleans jazz to Tucson.
Also on Arizona Spotlight: Three emerging local jazz musicians; and storyteller Jess Losoya shares a story about freedom.
Governor Katie Hobbs targets school voucher reform and accountability in State of the State Address
Hobbs outlines 2025 plans for housing, childcare, education reform, water security, and public safety.
The Buzz: Catching up with Arizona AG Kris Mayes
Mayes talks about what happened in 2024 and what may come in 2025.
The Buzz: Catching up with some of our 2024 interviewees
We check back in on four stories we covered this year to see how they are doing.
Settlement with Kroger adds $68.5 million to AZ opioid fund
Agreement also adds reporting requirements to Fry's & Smith's pharmacies.
Pima County sees decrease in overdose deaths
Pima County is seeing a 17% decrease in overdose fatalities, which the county attributes to ongoing harm reduction strategies.
Fact checking the Prop. 314 "Secure the Border Act" debate
We check the claims made in the Clean Elections Commission debate over Proposition 314.
US arrests 2 leaders of Mexico’s Sinaloa cartel: ‘El Mayo’ Zambada and son of 'El Chapo'
A Mexican federal official told The Associated Press that Zambada and Guzmán López arrived in the United States on a private plane and turned themselves in to authorities.
Shadow Wolves may see better career mobility under new bill
Arizona Senators Mark Kelly and Kyrsten Sinema introduced new legislation that would both improve border security and the retention of Shadow Wolves agents.
The Buzz: The coming state budget has its critics
Worries about shorted funding, misallocated funds and existing problems cause concern for some.
Analysis counts toll of Arizona fentanyl crisis at $58 billion
A new report calculates the direct and indirect costs of the fentanyl crisis to Arizona’s economy at $58 billion last year.
Understanding men's mental health, and overcoming depression
Also on Arizona Spotlight: The Pascua Yaqui Tribe welcome new leadership; and the legacy of screen actor Donald Sutherland.
