News roundup: Biden picks Harris for VP, Pence visits Tucson, no UA football this fall
Recent coverage impacting Southern Arizona, Aug. 11.
“'Rona needs to stay away!”: How a single mother stays resilient.
Also on Arizona Spotlight: Free meals for our community; and an interview with César Cuauhtémoc García Hernández, author of "Migrating to Prison: America's Obsession with Locking Up Immigrants".
County, City, UA Sign On to Urban Sustainability District
The goals of the Tucson Emerging 2030 District mirror those of the Paris Agreement.
UA Tech Park to Mentor Companies in Solar Competition
Participants could win portion of $3 million. Will receive help from UA and other 'Connector' organizations.
Arizona-based Solar Firm Draws Drinking Water From Air
Says Southwestern skies contain enough water vapor to provide private supply
Former Football Staffer Files New $8.5M Claim Against UA, Rodriguez
Melissa Wilhelmsen claims the UA failed to protect her against sexual assault and harassment by Athletics Department personnel.
'Beer Down': City Council Approves Liquor License for McKale Center
The license for the home of Arizona basketball still needs the go-ahead from the Arizona Department of Liquor.
Ventana Medical Systems Tool Helps Diagnose, Treat Rare Cancer
Lung cancer is the leading cause of cancer deaths in US, and has many forms.
UA Starts Process of Firing Basketball Coach Charged in Bribery Case
Statement from UA president says school is beginning an independent investigation into Emanuel "Book" Richardson.
It May be Cheaper to Buy Than Rent a Dorm Room in Tucson
A real estate company's data show comparable prices for buying versus renting.
Survey: Construction Firms in AZ Struggle to Find Skilled Workers
Retiring baby boomers, an emphasis on college, and local economic factors play a role.
UA's DACA Students Rally After Trump Ends Program
Students and supporters gathered in a show of solidarity for those whose legal status is now in limbo.
Learning to Program a Driverless Car at the UA
A 10-week summer course meant to encourage students to continue studies in research-based graduate programs.
Health Care Reforms Could Mean 400K Lose Insurance in Arizona
State-funded insurance losses would be greatest in rural places, possible result would be rural hospital closures.
Wildcat Fever: Police Want Revelry, Not Rowdiness
Tournament game aftermaths have brought rioting, destruction in the past.
