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Two health care workers take a break at Tucson Medical Center during a COVID-19 vaccination event. January 2021.

Industries experiencing labor shortages in Arizona

Jul 9, 2021 The president of the Arizona Chamber of Commerce and Industry says nurses are in high demand.

PCC expands programs for in-demand trade jobs

Jul 9, 2021 Tony Paniagua also hears from people about why they chose careers in trade professions.
A GPS ankle bracelet is visible on the ankle of a migrant at Casa Alitas in Tucson. June 2021.

Mounting court backlogs drag out legal process for immigrants

Jun 25, 2021 A discussion with Tucson immigration attorney Patricia Mejia.
A globe is visible in the foreground as a child runs past at Casa Alitas in Tucson. The nonprofit offers shelter, medical aid and helps arrange travel for migrants admitted into the United States.

Migrant families find refuge at Tucson’s Casa Alitas

Jun 25, 2021 The non-governmental organization is seeing an increase in the number of people it's aiding this year.
A few of the Arizona-Mexico border from a helicopter operated by Customs and Border Protection's Air and Marine Operations. June 2021.

Role of tech, air support in CBP’s Southern Arizona desert enforcement, rescues

Jun 25, 2021 The agency receives 30 to 40 emergency calls each day.
A group of migrants and Border Patrol agents along the border fence in Yuma County. June 2021.

Yuma Border Patrol chief says cartels profiting off migrants crossing

Jun 25, 2021 Plus, the sheriff of Yuma County explains his office's role in investigating border-related crimes.
A traffic cone along Speedway Boulevard as traffic passes in the background.

Growing infrastructure in the Tucson metro and the RTA’s role

Jun 18, 2021 Voters approved the Regional Transportation Authority in 2006.
Students check in at a COVID-19 testing site at the University of Arizona. August 2020.

When can a business or institution mandate COVID vaccines?

Jun 18, 2021 Gov. Ducey signed an executive order blocking public universities and community colleges from mandating the vaccine.
File image of a cliffside at Lake Mead.

Water cutbacks anticipated as Lake Mead levels drop

Jun 18, 2021 The reservoir's level hit a record low in June.
File image of monsoon rain in Saguaro National Park.

UA climatologist hopeful monsoon will arrive in early July

Jun 18, 2021 Precipitation shortfalls over the last year has exasperated drought in the region.
Rick Williams moves about his antique shop in Top-of-the-World on June 15,2021. He and his wife briefly evacuated the community when the Telegraph Fire began to encroach on the area.

Telegraph Fire evacuee grateful to firefighters for saving business

Jun 18, 2021 Residents of Top-of-the-World had to temporarily evacuate.
A vote here sign outside of a polling place in Tucson. November 2020.

Which Arizona political figures are favorable ahead of 2022 midterms

Jun 11, 2021 Insight from Mike Noble of Phoenix polling firm OH Predictive Insights
Former Mexican Security Secretary Alfonso Durazo was elected governor of the state of Sonora in June 2021.

Sonorans elect former Mexican security secretary as governor

Jun 11, 2021 Analysis on the results from KJZZ's Kendal Blust
A patio outside Elliott's on Congress in downtown Tucson that was recently constructed to offer patrons outdoor dining options amid concerns about the spread of COVID-19. June 2021.

Patio extensions pop up at Tucson restaurants

Jun 11, 2021 A popular program is providing an economic boost during the Pandemic
A flyer in American Eat Co. notifies customers that they can only order takeout. May 2020.

Arizona restaurants faced with hiring challenges

Jun 11, 2021 The industry experienced more than $2 billion in lost sales in 2020.
A home under construction in Marana in a development owned by Meritage Homes. March 2021.

Demand for housing in Arizona pushing up prices

Jun 11, 2021 A discussion with Arizona Dept. of Housing Director Tom Simplot

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