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.
Exploring the myth of monolithic voting blocs
October 23, 2020 Campaigns often target voting "blocs" based on gender, religion and race, despite these groups being politically diverse.
Tucson Electric Power looks to expand renewables, raise customer rates
October 16, 2020 TEP’s plans to raise rates and install a transmission line near historic neighborhoods are not without controversy.
A look at Arizona’s two ballot measures
October 9, 2020 Arizona voters will decide on taxing top earners to fund education and legalizing recreational marijuana.
Pima County Board of Supervisors races could bring changes
October 2, 2020 All five seats are up for grabs on the board, which sets major local policy decisions.
Pima County Sheriff candidates face off in AZPM debate
September 25, 2020 In the debate, each candidate made their case for why he should be reelected to the role of sheriff.
Races for Pima County recorder and Santa Cruz County sheriff
September 18, 2020 Longtime public servants are leaving the roles, leaving those races wide open.
Race underway for Corporation Commission, Arizona's 'fourth branch of government'
September 11, 2020 The Arizona Corporation Commission, which regulates utilities, pipelines and securities, has three open seats this fall.
The risks of severe heat
September 4, 2020 The hottest summer in the city’s history came during a global health crisis, leaving many residents at risk for heat-related issues.
Revisiting the danger to pedestrians in Tucson
August 28, 2020 A troubling trend is playing out on Tucson's streets: It's getting deadlier for pedestrians. The city, like others, has seen a steady rise in people struck and killed while walking, though the trends may be shifting amid the pandemic.
Getting out the vote ahead of the November election
August 21, 2020 Arizona is a battleground state this year, and multiple groups are working to register as many voters as possible.
As Congress stalls on another stimulus bill, a look back at the last round of federal aid
August 14, 2020 Many businesses have struggled since the start of the pandemic, but federal funds have helped some.
