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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.
Tribal nations: changes coming with the American Rescue Plan and a new federal administration
April 16, 2021 Secretary Deb Haaland discusses national building possibilities funded by the 'largest single investment in Indian Country.'
How drought and constant fire are impacting Arizona
April 9, 2021 Conditions in the Southwest are getting drier, but there is some possibility for hope later this year.
A return of Arizona sports: how the pandemic is impacting the industry
April 2, 2021 Spring season means big things for Arizona’s economy as fans are slowly allowed back at games.
Arizona legislature proposes controversial changes to election laws
March 26, 2021 Voting advocates criticize bills that could change the permanent early voting list or mail-in ballots.
Local businesses and schools adapt to changes in COVID restrictions
March 19, 2021 Following orders from Gov. Doug Ducey, schools will offer in-person classes starting this week.
Arizona move toward 100% clean energy faces challenge from legislature
March 12, 2021 The legislature considers limiting the power of state utility regulators as it looks to increase Arizona's renewable energy standard.
An early look at the Biden administration’s approach to immigration policy
March 5, 2021 President Biden has already approved a slew of directives on immigration policy, but not everything has changed.
Reflecting on Arizona’s pandemic one year in
February 26, 2021 Experts weigh in on we've learned since last spring.
PFAS contamination draws local, national cleanup efforts
February 19, 2021 The so-called “forever chemicals” accumulate in bodies and can have numerous health impacts.
A look at economic help for Arizonans one year into the pandemic
February 12, 2021 Despite federal and state aid, many Arizonans are still at risk of going hungry or losing their homes.
Local officials discuss changes to prosecution, police funding
February 5, 2021 A new county sheriff and attorney bring different perspectives to criminal justice as criticism of police funding continues.
