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Attorney General Jeff Sessions after taking an oath of office, Feb. 9, 2017.

Sessions Cites Bible to Defend Separating Immigrant Families

Last month, the attorney general announced a "zero tolerance" policy that any adult who enters the country illegally is criminally prosecuted.
Okanaga rubrovenosa is one of the most prominent cicada species found in the Southwest U.S.

Cicadas Tune Up for Long, Hot Summer

Also on Arizona Spotlight: How teens & seniors are working together to navigate the perils of the internet; Chris Dashiell looks back at a classic Arizona western called "Broken Arrow"; and why "shape note singing" has a loyal following.
St. Benedictine Monastery located at 800 N Country Club Rd, Tucson, AZ 85716

Tucson Council to Seek Landmark Designation for Benedictine Monastery

Historic designation would limit the owner's ability to fully or partially demolish the building on Country Club Road.
St. Augustine's Cathedral in downtown Tucson.

New Catholic Bishop Has Busy First Week

Bishop Wisenburger has traveled across Southern Arizona, and has more requests to do so.
Retired Rev. John Fife, Nov. 16, 2017.

Southside Presbyterian, Birthplace of Sanctuary Movement, Honors Former Pastor

50th anniversary of John Fife's ordination will be celebrated with a fundraiser to fix "worn out" facilities.
Bishop of the Diocese of Tucson Edward Joseph Weisenburger.

Diocese of Tucson Introduces New Bishop

Edward Joseph Weisenburger comes to Tucson after serving as Bishop of Salina, Kansas.
The Kaaba, in Mecca.

Tucsonans Reflect on Hajj, 3 Years After Their Pilgrimage to Mecca

Millions of Muslims are in Mecca for hajj, the annual pilgrimage.

A Tucson Family Observes Ramadan

Also on Arizona Spotlight: A summer insect forecast from "The King of Sting", and Beth Surdut's close encounter with a highly specialized desert denizen.

Episode 141: Local Governments Say No to Trump's Wall

Metro Week: 2 fire districts propose consolidation; new Catholic bishop coming to Tucson.
Bishop Gerald Kicanas of Tuscson.

Tucson Awaits New Catholic Bishop; Kicanas to Retire

'Mysterious' process kept under wraps until the pope selects the next bishop.
Tucson Mormon Temple as it readies for public tours in early June, 2017

New Mormon Temple is 6th in State, First for Tucson Area

Temple is open for public tours in June, make reservations to ensure a glimpse.
University of Arizona's 22nd president, Robert C. Robbins.

Episode 140: Meet the New University of Arizona President

Robert C. Robbins says he'll start scholarships, encourage what UA does well.
The Islamic Center of Tucson, 2011.

Tucson Muslims Take Desert Heat in Stride During Ramadan

The holy month of fasting and prayers will be observed in Tucson and around the world.
A view of Earth from space.

Christian Climate Scientist: 'Facts Not Enough' in Dialogue

Texas climate expert will speak at UA this week, saying human values important in discussions.
The Tucson JCC was the target of a bomb threat in February. The 240 staff and guests who were in the building sheltered in place, in a large ballroom, until law enforcement gave them the all-clear. Some people left, but some went back to their normal activities in the community center.

Does the Jewish Community in Tucson Feel Safe?

Also on Arizona Spotlight: A traditional Chinese tale retold on "The Drum & The Story"; and Lisa Napoli on "Ray & Joan: The Man Who Made the McDonald's Fortune and the Woman Who Gave it All Away".
The exterior of the JCC in Tucson.

After the Bomb Scare

How safe do Jews feel in Tucson?

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