Arizona Public Media

09/23/2025

When attorney Paul Farrell Jr. takes on pharmaceutical giants to help his opioid-ravaged West Virginia hometown, his innovative legal strategy catches fire.

Watch "POV: The Bitter Pill" tonight at 11PM on PBS 6:

A small-town attorney takes on pharmaceutical giants as opioids devastate his community.

09/22/2025

A massive crowd gathered Sunday in Arizona for the memorial service of slain conservative activist Charlie Kirk. The memorial mixed music, prayer and calls to action, with Trump, Vance and many members of the administration among the speakers.

A massive crowd gathered Sunday in Arizona for the memorial service of slain conservative activist Charlie Kirk. The memorial mixed music, prayer and calls to action, with Trump, Vance and many members of the administration among the speakers. For more on Kirk’s legacy, Ali Rogin speaks with journ...

09/22/2025

VOLUNTEERS NEEDED: Join AZPM as we host a table at the Marana Pumpkin Patch for the opening day of the Sesame Street themed corn maze! Families and children can enjoy playful themed activities inspired by their favorite.

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Join AZPM as we host a table at the Marana Pumpkin Patch for the opening day of the Sesame Street themed corn maze! Families and children can enjoy playful themed activities inspired by their favorite

09/22/2025

Some Tucson residents are pushing back against a city-sanctioned safe sleeping site for unhoused women and nonbinary individuals. And, the company behind the Project Blue data center is still moving forward on Pima County land.

Residents resident a new city-sanctioned unhoused encampment. Plus, new developments on Project Blue

09/22/2025

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09/22/2025

Join AZPM for a sneak preview of the new Ken Burns documentary "The American Revolution" TONIGHT at Green Valley:

Monday, September 22 - 6pm
Green Valley
Community Performance & Art Center
1250 W Continental Road
Green Valley, AZ 85622

In addition to the screening, there will be a trivia contest plus two panel discussions, moderated by Arizona Illustrated host Tom McNamara:
1) Speaking Up For Change: 1776 vs. 2025
2) The Southwest in 1776

Experience food, refreshments, prizes, and fascinating exhibits from the Daughters of the American Revolution and the Sons of the American Revolution.

More info: azpm.org/revolution

09/22/2025

This , discover an unsung hero of the American Revolution whose courage deserves recognition.

Join AZPM for a screening of THE AMERICAN REVOLUTION + panel discussions moderated by Arizona Illustrated host Tom McNamara.

More info: azpm.org/revolution

09/21/2025

Celebrate Arizona Illustrated's Edward R. Murrow Award-winning stories, including a visit to the local shelter that's helping women find housing security.

Tonight at 6:30PM on PBS 6 and 7:30PM on PBS 6 PLUS:

Arizona Illustrated continues its legacy of engaging southern Arizona's viewers with thought-provoking, diverse stories that reflect our community. Through stunning photography and powerful storytelling, host Tom McNamara takes viewers to meet the people who make Arizona unique and vibrant.

09/21/2025

Ronald Reagan was America's most ideological president in his rhetoric, yet pragmatic in his actions. A seemingly simple man, he was consistently underestimated by his opponents; one by one, he overcame them all to become a president who always preferred to see America as a "shining city on a hill."

Watch "American Experience: Reagan" tonight at 2pm on PBS 6:

A passionate ideologue who preached a simple gospel of lower taxes, less government, and anti-communism, Ronald Reagan left the White House one of the most popular presidents of the 20th century — and one of the most controversial.

09/21/2025

Rock & Roll Hall of Fame icons Foo Fighters return to rock Austin City Limits in an epic hour with a full-tilt performance featuring classics and highlights from their acclaimed album "But Here We Are."

Tonight at 11PM on PBS 6 PLUS:
https://buff.ly/lZRIVdG

Arizona Illustrated continues its legacy of engaging southern Arizona's viewers with thought-provoking, diverse stories that reflect our community. Through stunning photography and powerful storytelling, host Tom McNamara takes viewers to meet the people who make Arizona unique and vibrant.

09/20/2025

Join AZPM for a sneak preview of the new Ken Burns documentary "The American Revolution" at one of three advance screenings:

Saturday, September 20 - 6:30pm
Tucson
ENR 2 Building - UA Campus

* DATE CHANGE *
Monday, September 22 - 6pm
Green Valley
Community Performance & Art Center
1250 W Continental Road
Green Valley, AZ 85622

Tuesday, September 23 - 4pm
Saddle Brooke
DesertView Performing Arts Center
39900 S Clubhouse Dr
Tucson, AZ 85739

In addition to the screenings at each location, there will be a trivia contest plus two panel discussions, moderated by Arizona Illustrated host Tom McNamara:
1) Speaking Up For Change: 1776 vs. 2025
2) The Southwest in 1776

Experience food, refreshments, prizes, and fascinating exhibits from the Daughters of the American Revolution and the Sons of the American Revolution.

More info: azpm.org/revolution

09/19/2025

This week on The Press Room: Topics include the new private health care provider for the Pima County jail and an update on Project Blue.

Tonight at 8:30PM on PBS 6 and NPR 89.1:

Roundtable discussion on the week's headlines from local, trusted, and experienced AZ journalists.