Hank Oyama
Over the past decade Arizona Public Media has documented the stories of southern Arizonans who served in our armed forces in a series of programs called “Tucson Remembers”.
Second Chances
Depression can take people to some dark places, and what they do there can shock or hurt the ones they love. But sometimes hitting rock bottom can set the stage for a new beginning.
A Healing Touch
Whether they’re undergoing cancer treatment or coping with a chronic condition, children with serious medical needs face many challenges.
Dick Tuck
Dick Tuck is a 93 year old living in an assisted living facility on Tucson’s eastside. During his life he amassed a huge amount of stories that seem unbelievable at first glance.
Sheri's Fight
Arizona’s rural communities face a mental health care provider shortage that puts people’s wellness—and sometimes their lives—in danger.
The Violinists
Fadi Iskandar and his family are refugees. They fled Aleppo, Syria to find sanctuary when the ongoing civil war became too dangerous for them to stay.
Fast Pitch Tucson
Philanthropists at Social Venture Partners stepped up recently to launch Fast Pitch Tucson, a program designed to cultivate communication skills and build capacity and effectiveness in our non-profit sector.
The Detective
On January 11th, 1996, a little girl named Karen Grajeda vanished without a trace. A detective named Kathy Rau set out to find her – and the search changed her life forever.
Gootter Foundation
We meet a Tucson family that has turned a tragedy into a way of helping the community.
NamJam
The 28th Annual NamJam was held at Rillito Park Raceway on Saturday, October 17th, 2015.
The Battle Buddy
When former soldier Mikki McClary faced her homefront battle, she found an unexpected ally and healer – in man’s best friend.
Street Names
This story takes a careful look at the pronunciation or mispronunciation of a handful of local street names.
New Americans
The United States is a nation of immigrants and each year thousands of new immigrants take the oath of allegiance to the U.S. at naturalization ceremonies across the country.
Flags for the Flagless
TPD officer Charley Foley wanted to give back to the community so he founded a group that is restoring flagpoles and bringing back Old Glory to different spots around the city, especially downtown and midtown Tucson where he patrols.
Stories About Fathers
Just what is that makes a good father? For all you dads out there, at what moment did you realize you were 'a father'? We put those questions and more to several people and here's what they said...
