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$Steve Kozachik, Tucson City Council for Ward 6, describes the signs of fracture he sees in the Republican delegation of Southern Arizona.$

The Republican Rift

Republican council member calls his party dysfunctional

Political communications expert Kate Kenski examines the peculiarities of Arizona's current political landscape.

Episode 14: Arizona's Unique Political Dynamics

Redistricting, Kyl, Giffords combo makes the state's political scenario more interesting than usual - Arizona Week explores

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Meet Zachary Levy, the filmmaker behind a new independent documentary about modern-day strongman Stanless Steel, a man holding onto his dreams with both hands.

The willow acacia is a desirable decorative tree for many homeowners in Arizona, but this year's extremely cold temperatures tested many of these usually hardy plants to the limits.

Stressed Trees Spark Planting Shift

When the thermometer dipped into the teens earlier this year, it damaged or killed many trees; now a popular city program is helping residents pick up the pieces

The Muslim community in Tucson is characterized by a broad diversity.

Meet Tucson's Muslim Diaspora

The local Muslim community boasts a broad diversity, and seeks to redress misconceptions about Islam.

Battle for the Bible

SECRETS OF THE DEAD The gripping stories of faith, flames and martyrdom that led to the Bible's translation into English. Wednesday at 8 p.m. on PBS-HD.

Upstairs Downstairs Episode 2

The saga continues at 165 Eaton Place with new characters in a three-part sequel to the much-loved MASTERPIECE CLASSIC series. Sunday at 8 p.m. on PBS-HD.

Professor Henry Louis "Skip" Gates, Jr. in Cuba

Black in Latin America

Henry Louis Gates, Jr., uncovers Latin America's African roots in a new four-part series, BLACK IN LATIN AMERICA. Tuesday at 9 p.m. on PBS-HD.

Episode 13: The Fourth R: Reductions

Arizona public schools begin the task of trimming another $183 million from their budgets - Arizona Week's 13th episode explores

New Weather Service Science Officer Settles In, Talks Upcoming Weather

An early fascination with the monsoon, and an early prediction of this year's rain

Lawmakers have until midnight April 8 to agree on a budget or the government will shut down.

What the Shutdown Means for Us

Arizona prepares for the local impact of a national problem, as a budget deal continues to elude the nation's leaders

Matt and Sarah Cotten join the studio, along with their puppets, to discuss puppetry.

Finding the Puppets Among Us

Local troupe Puppets Amongus revives traditional art of puppetry

Online options for books, music or movies are forcing brick and mortar establishments to adapt to the changing marketplace in order to keep attracting customers.

Digital, Traditional or Both?

Tucson's book, music and video stores face an evolving and competitive marketplace.

This program tells the story of two young Slovak Jews, Rudolph Vrba and Alfred Wetzler, who escaped Auschwitz and wrote a detailed account of atrocities being committed at the camp by the Nazis.

Secrets of the Dead

ESCAPE FROM AUSCHWITZ The story of two Jews who escaped Auschwitz and wrote a detailed account of atrocities being committed by the Nazis. Thursday at 8 p.m. on PBS-HD.

Jerusalem: Center of the World

Host Ray Suarez leads viewers to the holiest sites of Judaism, Christianity and Islam. Tuesday at 8:00 p.m. on PBS-HD.

American Relief Administration truck, Samara Region, Russia

AMERICAN EXPERIENCE: The Great Famine

When a devastating famine descended on Soviet Russia in 1921, Americans responded with a massive two-year relief campaign. Monday at 9 p.m. on PBS-HD.

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