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From the Vault: Oliver North in Tucson 1988

Oliver North visits Tucson amid controversy

From the Vault: Weather Radar 1994

Controversy over a weather radar tower.

Tucson Sales Tax Election Count Tuesday; Turn in Ballots

City seeks half-cent increase in tax to pay for public safety equipment, street repairs.

Tucson Jazz Institute Wins National Title for 3rd Time

High school musicians take top prize in 'Essentially Ellington' competition in NYC.

American Epic

Travel the country in search of unknown 1920s artists, when the music of ordinary Americans was recorded for the first time, transforming music forever.

Arizona Illustrated Episode 332

Canoa Ranch; The Warrior; Crummy Desert Sound

'From My Heart to Theirs,' Handmade Flowers for Tucson Mothers

Mother of three begins a new tradition by handing out flowers as presents each year.

Border Agent's Lawyer: Boy Shot Through Fence Was Drug Trafficker

Attorney for agent facing murder charges says teen victim threw rocks, ran from U.S. agents.

Contaminated Baby Formula Found in Tucson, Police Say

East-side stores were victims of product tampering, according to officials.

Victorian Slum House: The 1880s

Learn why, despite high unemployment and intolerable conditions, people flock to London.

How the Border Wall Cuts Across Mexico's Political Landscape

Some say a barrier could put pressure on Mexico's political class to make changes at home.

Independent Lens: Forever Pure

See the story of famed Israeli soccer club Beitar Jerusalem F.C. after it acquired two Muslim players.

That Time Andy Warhol Tried to Shoot a Western in Tucson...

Also on Arizona Spotlight: Will Tucson voters approve the half cent sales tax increase?; local handyman shares stories of working across America; and a new twist on basket weaving traditions.

Constructing an Unforgettable Adventure in the United States

Tucson man returns from an arduous, year-long research project visiting all 50 states.

Former NASA Administrator Sees Key Role for UA in Space

OSIRIS-REx mission to asteroid is unprecedented.

Turnout at 24.6% So Far in Tucson Tax Election

Nearly 63,000 ballots received, with four days to go on Proposition 101.

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