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In Search of the Best 'Home Slice' at Tucson Pie Party

Dímelo producer Sophia Paliza-Carre finds out what it takes to make a desert taste like Tucson
Governor Doug Ducey, during an interview with AZPM's Lorraine Rivera from January 2016.

Gov. Ducey Hails Commitment to Education in State Budget

In Tucson speech, he points to increased spending for K-12, universities, JTED.
Wednesday's training was the biggest coordinated training exercise ever conducted locally.

Emergency Responders Practice for 'Very Bad Day' in County

Largest ever multi-agency training exercise involves 30 agencies in metro area.
The Finger Rock Fire on Wednesday, Aug. 5, 2015.

2016 Forecast: Another Dangerous Year for Wildfires

Rainy 2015, lack of fire in recent years make conditions severe this fire season.

History of Davis-Monthan: Empty Fields to Wartime Prep

Former municipal airport has seen famous flyers, been base for generations of military planes.

Davis-Monthan at 75 Years: What's Its Military Future?

Metro Week explores the past, present and future of Air Force base in Tucson.

William Shatner Brings his World to Tucson

Also on Arizona Spotlight: Pros & Cons of Prop 123; the latest on the state budget dealmaking; and a Tucson man plans to work his way across all 50 states.

Sunday Forum Explores Violence, Mental Illness Connection

Free program invites public to take on myths, facts surrounding subject.
Juan Bayardo, who also goes by John, will be traveling with his truck and tools to the 48 contiguous states. He'll take an airplane to Alaska and Hawaii.

Tools and Trade In All 50 States

Tucson resident plans to travel across the country to "get gigs" and meet new people.
Molly Kincaid said as a native of Tennessee, the Pie Party reminds her of home, and it is a good chance to contribute to organizations in the community.

Charity Event Sunday Brings Out Tucson's Sweeter Side

13th Annual Pie Party will benefit several nonprofits, provide treats.

Town Hall: Better Roads Would Strengthen Trade with Mexico

Business, government leaders lament infrastructure issues hampering imports, exports.

Minimal El Niño Rains Create Prime Conditions for Wildfire

Dry vegetation and blowing winds increase risk for hazardous dust storms.
Students begin moving into the dormitories at the University of Arizona.

Dorm Move Out: UA Students Donate Unwanted Items

Around 6,600 students will vacate dorms over the next two weeks.

Federal Appeals Court Will Hear Tucson Elections Case

City asked for review of ruling that its hybrid election system is unconstitutional.
A HAWK pedestrian crossing similar to this will go along 22nd Street near Santa Rita Park.

Stretch of Tucson's 22nd Street Dangerous for Pedestrians

5 pedestrians, 1 bicyclist killed on 1-mile stretch south of downtown last year.
A-10s from Davis-Monthan Air Force Base taxi at March Air Reserve Base, California. February 1, 2016

Air Force: Davis-Monthan Impact $1.5B, 4,500 Jobs

Annual analysis puts air base's economic contribution at 5% of county GDP.

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