Friday, July 4, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1918, the community of Ajo celebrated the Fourth of July with foot races, boxing, pie eating contests, and more. This photo shows a celebratory foot race in progress. Happy Independence Day! You can find a list of fireworks shows and more in The 4th of July […]

Thursday, July 3, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1928, the Tucson City Council proposed cutting police shifts from 10 hours to eight hours to match other Arizona cities. This circa 1931 photo shows Tucson Police Chief Jack Dyer with officers. Are your plans for the Fourth of July set? We’d love to hear […]

Wednesday, July 2, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1908, President Theodore Roosevelt established the Coconino National Forest by merging surrounding forest reserves. A dust storm with 60 mph winds reduced visibility in Tucson while strong winds fueled the Oak Ridge Fire ahead of rainstorms expected around the state this week. We think of The Arizona […]

Tuesday, July 1, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1874, an executive order established the San Xavier Reservation for the Tohono O’odham tribe. This photo shows the Tohono O’odham demonstrating a rain dance. Slow down, Arizona! A study shows the state ranks behind only Nevada and Florida for the costliest fines for speeding.  We’re glad […]

Monday, June 30, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1916, the American Red Cross formed its first Arizona chapter in Phoenix. This photo shows a Red Cross division marching in a parade.  Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs signed a bipartisan budget on Friday, narrowly averting a state government shutdown to close out a contentious legislative […]

Friday, June 27, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1881, a whopping 30,000 pounds of gunpowder exploded inside Zeckendorf’s store in Tucson, leveling nearby buildings and driving panicked residents into churches as they feared the end of the world. Lions and tigers? Not exactly. Just bears. For the second time in a week, a […]

Thursday, June 26, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1933, bakers raised the price of bread to 9 cents a loaf, up from 8 cents. This photo shows Tucson’s Stonecypher’s Bakery in the early 1930s. Want to experience Chase Field up close? For $10, you can take a Pilates in the Ballpark class and attend […]

Wednesday, June 25, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1895, a court ruled the Peralta-Reavis claim to 12.75 million acres across Arizona and New Mexico was fraudulent. Amid the summer heat, the Phoenix Zoo brought in 10 tons of snow and ice for its animals. Take a look at these “cool” photos and then catch […]

Tuesday, June 24, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1902, Charles Poston, dubbed the “Father of Arizona” for his push to create the Arizona Territory, died in poverty in Phoenix. Pictured here, Poston founded what’s now known as the Arizona Historical Society. Several players with Arizona ties hit the court Sunday in Game 7 of […]

Monday, June 23, 2025 Good Morning! On this day in 1881, a whiskey barrel exploded in a Tombstone saloon, sparking a fire that charred the town’s business district. This photo shows the O.K. Corral area after a blaze the next year. If the legendary tale of the O.K. Corral gunfight grabs your interest, today’s Poll question […]