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Flags for Arizona and the United States wave in the wind outside the Cochise County Jail.

Cochise County's Crackdown on Young Drug Smugglers

The county attorney is prosecuting more minors as adults for smuggling charges.
Arizona Governor Doug Ducey and Sonora, Mexico Governor Claudia Pavlovich address the Arizona-Mexico Commission at the organization's annual summit, which was held in Tucson on June 15, 2018.

Arizona and Sonora Governors Reaffirm Economic Partnership

The two addressed how issues like NAFTA, tariffs and illegal immigration impact their relationship.
Badge of the Arizona Department of Corrections.

Arizona's Prisons Boss Found in Contempt Over Inmate Care

The decision stems from state's failure to make improvements promised in 2014.
Arizona Governor Doug Ducey and Sonora, Mexico Governor Claudia Pavlovich speak to reporters at the 2018 Arizona-Mexico Commission Summit in Tucson.

Governors United; Smuggling Crackdown; Tucson's Image

Plus, a tour of renovations at Tucson International Airport.
A CAPITOL FOURTH puts viewers front and center for the greatest display of fireworks anywhere in the nation.

A Capitol Fourth

John Stamos hosts our country’s 242nd birthday celebration with an all-star musical extravaganza broadcast live from the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol.

Arizona Illustrated Episode 433

Barrio Stories, Terry Etherton; The Elegant Trogon
New homes going up in a development in northwest Tucson, February 2018.

Tucson Housing Market Continues Slide Toward Unaffordability

Research from a real estate data firm shows the market is at its least affordable since 2009.
A dog inspects a truck crossing the U.S.-Mexico border at the Mariposa Port of Entry.

Mexico's Presidential Election Stirs Worries of Trade War With US

A Mexican think tank predicts long-term losses for both countries under any trade-war scenario.
An aerial view of the UA Tech Parks.

UA Tech Park Adds $2B to Arizona Economy Last Year, Report Says

The technology hubs expect to add hundreds of jobs this year.
A male elegant trogon displays some of the colors that have made it very attractive for birders.

Tropical Bird is Treating Admirers in Arizona

The elegant trogon, a prize for many birdwatchers, is breeding in various mountain ranges around the state.
Civilizations: What is Art Good For?

Civilizations: What is Art Good For?

Explore art in the age of revolution, war and profound scientific change.
Felisa is learning to cope with the communication disorder aphasia with her fellow group members at the Aphasia Center of Tucson.

Overcoming Aphasia: "A River is Made Drop by Drop"

Also on Arizona Spotlight: Where Arizona stands after a tumultuous week for U.S. border policy; and an alternative to sunscreen developed at the University of Arizona.

Advocates: Kids Separated from Parents at Arizona Border Housed at Tucson Facility

Immigrant advocates say most are at the Tucson branch of Southwest Key.
Voters cast their ballots at voting booths.

Voter Registration Drive Aims to Sign Up Underrepresented Groups

A group hopes 105,000 forms will reach unmarried women, young people and people of color.
The tram at Sabino Canyon, 2011 (CC BY 2.0).

Appeal of Sabino Canyon Tram Change Could Mean Lapse in Service

A pending appeal of the new contract award could delay the start of operations by the new operator.
A group hangs out in the shade in Santa Rita Park in Tucson.

Annual Count Shows Steady Decrease in Area Homelessness

Volunteers found 1,380 people experiencing homelessness the night before the January survey.

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