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What data can tell us about Southern Arizona’s economic well-being

The MAP Dashboard measures the Tucson metro's performance in 36 socioeconomic indicators.

U.S. Census Bureau hiring across state for 2020 census

That includes more than 50,000 temporary positions in Arizona.

Census 2020, broadband in Arizona, Mayor Rothschild

How broadband speeds factor into quality of life.

Photo sparks increased concern over fishing in vaquita refuge

Fishermen say they returned to the small, endangered porpoise's habitat out of desperation.

Desert View teacher wins $100,000 excellence award from tool company

Cesar Gutierrez, a precision manufacturing teacher, is one of three winners nationwide of the Harbor Freight Tools for Schools prize.

Episode 205: Fighting for the future of chocolate

How plant viruses affect the availability of the foods we eat.

UA researcher studying disease that could impact chocolate supply

The Swollen Shoot disease is affecting cacao trees in Ghana.

Tucson's streetcar turns 5

Despite some initial opposition, the streetcar started rolling down the tracks for the first time five years ago.

Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum introduces kids to historical figures when they were young

The show emphasizes important social-emotional concepts and positive character traits.

Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum

New show based on the New York Times bestselling children’s book series, Ordinary People Change the World, by Brad Meltzer and illustrator Christopher Eliopoulos.

Meet Historical Figures When They Were Young in New PBS KIDS Series

Xavier Riddle and the Secret Museum to Feature Heroes including, Amelia Earhart, Jackie Robinson, Abraham Lincoln and Sacagawea.

Navajo commission to assess school abuse

The commission wants to hear about abuse by school personnel and assess what remains from historical mistreatment.

Mexico’s immigration commissioner accused of racism, xenophobia

Immigrant rights groups are calling for the government to sanction Francisco Garduño for comments he made.

Ann Hampton Callaway sings "The Linda Ronstadt Songbook".

Also on Arizona Spotlight: The Tucson Handweavers & Spinners Guild; Arizona Theatre Company's "Silent Sky"; and Adiba Nelson on "The Trick That is Halloween".

Restarted Mexican tomato investigation makes final duty determination

The Department of Commerce determined that Mexican tomatoes are likely to be sold for less than fair value.

McSally-Kelly Senate race expected to be the most expensive in Arizona's history

Experts say the 2020 race is on track to shatter campaign fundraising records.

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