Sunnyside partnership expands college access
The Tri-School Partnership unites Sunnyside Unified School District, the University of Arizona and Pima Community College to improve college access and success for underserved students in Tucson.
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Tucson Spotlight joins Latino Media Collaborative
Tucson Spotlight has formalized a partnership with the Latino Media Collaborative to strengthen bilingual journalism and expand its reach in ethnically and linguistically diverse communities.
Tucson pushes to protect culinary heritage despite funding setbacks
Tucson’s ¡Somos Uno! initiative is advancing efforts to preserve the city’s rich culinary and cultural heritage despite ongoing funding challenges.
Few spots remaining for Tucson candidate meet-and-greet
Early voting starts this Wednesday, and with election season in full swing, Tucson voters have a new way to connect directly with City Council candidates before heading to the polls. Tucson Spotlight and Arizona Luminaria are co-hosting a City Council Candidate Meet-and-Greet on Tuesday from 5:30 to 7 p.
Tucson Spotlight named finalist for national journalism award
Tucson Spotlight has been named a finalist for LION Publishers’ New Business of the Year award, recognizing its early impact and commitment to sustainable, community-driven journalism in Southern Arizona.
Tucson Spotlight wins grant to amplify underrepresented voices
Tucson Spotlight has received a grant from the Listening Post Collective to lead a nine-month assessment aimed at improving local news access in underserved areas of Pima County.
Tucson Spotlight Co-founder Barnett selected for national fellowship
Susan Barnett, co-founder of Tucson Spotlight, has been named a 2025–26 Chips Quinn Fellow, joining a national cohort of early-career journalists receiving mentorship and support to advance diversity in journalism.
Watch: Spotlight co-founder Schmidt on AZPM's The Press Room
Caitlin Schmidt joined AZPM’s The Press Room panel to discuss Tucson’s wash camping ban, the Project Blue data center, TEP’s rate hike proposal, No Kings protests, and border wall construction.
Dos despedidas de directores de centros culturales, reestructuración de la UA
La Universidad de Arizona ha despedido a dos directores como parte de la consolidación de los siete Centros de Recursos Culturales. La consolidación de centros culturales ha generado críticas por parte de estudiantes y líderes.
