The Buzz
Airs Fridays at 8:30 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. and Saturdays at 3:30 p.m. on NPR 89.1
The Buzz is an interview-focused show to give listeners in Southern Arizona a deeper understanding of news, politics, science, current events and more.
Mayor Rothschild reflects on 8 years in office
November 7, 2019 New leadership at the head of Tucson city government could mean new priorities.
Tucson's pedestrian fatality problem
November 1, 2019 The city has seen a steady rise in people struck and killed while walking in recent years. Other cities face the same problem.
Tucson's streetcar turns 5
October 25, 2019 Despite some initial opposition, the streetcar started rolling down the tracks for the first time five years ago.
Changes coming to TUSD board
October 17, 2019 Reflections on Southern Arizona's largest school district as the process begins to replace a resigning member.
City Council candidates explain their vision for Tucson
October 11, 2019 Candidates from the three parties discuss what direction they would like to take Tucson.
Tucson mayoral candidates discuss economy, climate change, roads
October 3, 2019 We invited the three candidates in for a joint conversation on issues facing the city.
Accommodating student housing in Tucson
September 27, 2019 A look at some of the impacts from high-rise towers near the university and downtown Tucson.
Should Tucson become a sanctuary city?
September 19, 2019 This fall, voters will decided whether or not to approve a citizen's initiative.
Tracing the Migrant Journey
September 13, 2019 A team of reporters follows the path migrants take to reach the southern border of the U.S.
Opinions divided on massive Benson housing development
September 5, 2019 Backers see the project as an economic boon; opponents worry it will deplete local groundwater and harm the environment.
Tucson candidates look ahead to general election
August 30, 2019 Mayor, City Council and a sanctuary initiative will be put to a vote in November.
