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An employee of the UA Tech Parks.

Growing Tucson's Tech Industry

Research parks and a new startup academy are helping locals develop new ideas.
University of Arizona assistant professor Mónica Ramírez-Andreotta wants to help citizen scientists improve the environment by testing rainwater for pollutants.

Episode 154: Training to Test Rainwater

UA project trains community leaders to help scientists test for rainwater pollutants.
A scene from Öngtupqa, a documentary film that shares the cultural connections between the Hopi people and the Grand Canyon. Available to stream on AZPM Passport.

Native American Heritage Month

AZPM highlights Native American Heritage through special programs.
A bighorn sheep.

Arizona Officials Euthanize 3 Bighorn Sheep to Stop Disease

Game and Fish says the bighorns in mountains near Yuma were in contact with escaped domestic sheep.
Toby Stephens as Dr. Armstrong.

And Then There Were None: Finale

Cut down to half their original number, the guests are in danger of losing their minds.
The vaquita is a critically endangered porpoise that lives in the northern part of the Sea of Cortez. It is considered the smallest and most endangered cetacean in the world.

The Plight of Vaquita in the Sea of Cortez

Also on Arizona Spotlight: A deadline looms for a comprehensive water plan in Arizona, and how a "ballot brunch" can help attendees become better voters.
Backpacks are meant to represent "opportunity" youth.

Art Installation Raises Awareness About Pima County Youth

Backpacks represent 21,000 young people disconnected from work and school.
An artist's illustration of the Kepler telescope.

NASA Bids Farewell to Kepler, Pioneering Planet Hunter

After nine years and more than 500,000 stars observed, the space telescope is retiring.
Some of Carol Varney's guests listen to information about the November 2018 ballot.

Coffee or Mimosa? Understanding Your Ballot Over Brunch

A Tucson resident hosts a "Ballot Brunch" at home to explore the issues before Election Day.
Children's toys.

Study: Children With Down Syndrome Affected Differently by Naps

Researchers found that naps may hinder the ability for children with Down syndrome to consolidate memory.
A young mountain lion cub (Puma concolor) is fitted with a GPS collar so scientists can follow its early life. Over time her striking blue eyes will darken.

Nature Super Cats: Science and Secrets

WEDNESDAY at 8
Field workers harvest cantaloupes in a field irrigated with CAP water on Oct. 23, 2018, in Maricopa, Arizona.

Impasse Over Who Loses Water, and How Much, Could Sink Arizona Drought Planning

A water dispute is playing out between Central Arizona cities, tribes and farms.
A section of improvements as part of [Phase II](http://www.grantroad.info/phase-2) in a construction project for Grant Road.

Grant Road Construction Done, For Now

The second of four phases is now complete.
An eye exam hangs on the wall of a health clinic.

Affordable Care Act Open Enrollment Begins Nov 1

Additional health care choices are available for Pima County residents.
Your Vote 2018

PBS NewsHour 2018 Midterm Election Night Coverage

PBS NewsHour will present special, live coverage of the 2018 Midterm Elections
Early-ballot stickers for voters in Pima County.

Wednesday is the Last Day to Mail Your Ballot

If you miss that deadline, you can still drop your early ballot off at a voting location.

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