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A Border Patrol vehicle sits near border walls separating Tijuana, Mexico, from the United States, Tuesday, June 4, 2024, in San Diego. President Joe Biden has unveiled plans to enact immediate significant restrictions on migrants seeking asylum at the U.S.-Mexico border as the White House tries to neutralize immigration as a political liability ahead of the November elections.

The Buzz: How Trump’s immigration policies affect Southern Arizona

Trump’s sweeping immigration overhaul ignites legal battles, international tension, and questions of constitutional limits.
Micky Dolenz is the drummer and vocalist of the 1960s rock band, "The Monkees".

Micky Dolenz on what being a Monkee means to him.

Also on Arizona Spotlight: Invisible Theatre's production of "What the Constitution Means to Me"; and how Adiba Nelson's new children's book is a love letter to those seeking representation and a connection to spirituality.
Arizona Congressman and Chair of the Subcommittee on Crime and Federal Government Surveillance Andy Biggs speaks during a joint hearing with the Subcommittee on National Security, the Border, and Foreign Affairs about the Biden Administration's actions relating to the U.S. Mexico-border and immigration. August 8, 2023.

Congressman Andy Biggs considers run for Governor in 2026

Biggs has represented metro Phoenix in the U.S. House of Representatives since 2017.
A screenshot of the ConsulApp Contigo on Google Play.

Mexico launches ConsulApp Contigo for nationals facing deportation and detention in the U.S.

The app features an emergency button that will alert designated contacts and consulate officials if the user is facing detention or is in need of emergency services.
An Arizona lawmaker wants ultra-processed foods out of school lunches.

The Buzz: Removing ultra-processed foods from school meals

A bill in the Arizona legislature aims to pull foods with certain ingredients from what public schools serve.
Students and families receive packaged meals from Tucson Unified School District workers who are distributing meals along the district's bus routes during closures associated with the COVID-19 pandemic.

Court ruling ends nearly 50 Years of federal oversight for TUSD in desegregation case

The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals upheld the 2022 district court's findings.
Residents wait for the bus in South Tucson.

South Tucson pledges to not enforce mass deportation, joining other local officials

The move comes as President-elect Donald Trump is set to take office.
Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs (D). January 2023

WATCH LIVE: Arizona State of the State Address

Governor Katie Hobbs will outline priorities for the year and kick off the 2025 legislative session.
The Arizona Capitol Museum building at the State Capitol in Phoenix.

The Buzz: Previewing the 2025 legislative session

We speak with leaders from each party about their priorities for the session.
The Arizona Capitol Museum building at the State Capitol in Phoenix.

Lawmakers condemn child fatality report's call to remove guns from households with children

The report, which was first published in November 2024, calls for guns to be removed from households with children to prevent firearm injury deaths.
Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes speaking with attendees at the 2023 Legislative Forecast Luncheon hosted by the Arizona Chamber of Commerce & Industry at Chase Field in Phoenix, Arizona.

The Buzz: Catching up with Arizona AG Kris Mayes

Mayes talks about what happened in 2024 and what may come in 2025.
U.S. Rep. Ruben Gallego, in 2017.

Ruben Gallego becomes first Latino U.S. Senator from Arizona

Gallego will serve on the Banking, Veterans Affairs, Homeland Security, and the Energy and Natural Resources committees.
Baboquivari Peak, the most sacred site for the Tohono O'odham people, can be seen from many parts of Buenos Aires National Wildlife Refuge.

Tohono O’odham Nation gains co-stewardship over sacred lands

The Tohono O’odham Nation and the Bureau of Land Management agree to co-steward the Baboquivari National Wilderness.
Low unemployment and below-average inflation led to a strong economy for Arizona in 2024.

The Buzz: What will Arizona's economy be like in 2025?

We recap the year and take a look ahead with two economists.
An empty classroom at Gridley Middle School in Tucson. November 2020.

Judge dismisses challenge to dual language program, citing lack of standing

This lawsuit was Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Horne's second attempt at targeting the learning model.
A semi passes through the Mariposa Port of Entry in Nogales.

The Buzz: Tariffs and Southern Arizona's Economy

With the promise of import taxes, will major industries in our area be affected?

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