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The documentary "Final Vows" looks at a way of life that is disappearing

Also on Arizona Spotlight: Retired Tucson architect Paula Holmes celebrates 100 years; and "Stories that Soar!" shares an amphibious love story.

Federal judge pauses Oak Flat land swap until a SCOTUS decision

The ruling comes two days after arguments were heard.

Tucson Catholics celebrate as Pope Leo XIV becomes first American Pontiff

The Catholic community in Tucson and across the world is celebrating today as Pope Leo XIV is chosen to lead the Church, following the passing of Pope Francis.

Robert Prevost, first American pope in history of the Catholic Church, will take the name Leo XIV

White smoke poured from the chimney of the Sistine Chapel and the great bells of St. Peter’s Basilica tolled Thursday after cardinals elected the 267th pope to lead the Catholic Church on the second day of their conclave.

White smoke pours out of the Sistine Chapel chimney, signaling the election of a new pope

Thursday after cardinals elected the 267th pope to lead the Catholic Church, the crowd in St. Peter's Square erupted in cheers.

No new pope elected yet after black smoke pours out of Sistine Chapel's chimney

The cardinals are scheduled to vote two more times on Thursday afternoon.

Apache Stronghold asks court to temporarily halt Oak Flat land swap

Apache Stronghold seeks to halt a land swap at Oak Flat, a sacred Apache site, as the court weighs religious rights and mining plans ahead of a possible SCOTUS review.

Black smoke rises from the Sistine Chapel as cardinals cast an unsuccessful first vote

The cardinal electors will resume voting on Thursday morning.

The conclave to choose a new pope is about to begin

Over a billion Catholics await the election of a new pope as 133 cardinals begin the secretive conclave in the Sistine Chapel.

Redefining Religion

Two bishops gave up their building to serve the homeless—no sermons, just support.

Conclave to choose the next pope starts May 7, Vatican says

The conclave will take place in the Vatican's Sistine Chapel, which will remain completely sealed off until the election is complete.

Pope Francis' body lies in state ahead of Saturday funeral

For three days mourners will be able to pay their respects.

Journeys in space and mind.

On Arizona Spotlight: Join Pati Jinich as she explores "Panamericana"; and Tibetan Buddhist Lama Lodu Rinpoche visits Tucson to share ancient wisdom about our inner space.

Southern AZ mourns passing of Pope Francis on Easter Monday

Former Tucson Bishop Gerald Kicanas held a reposal mass at the St. Augustine Cathedral in downtown Tucson.

Leaders and faithful around the world mourn the death of Pope Francis

Pope Francis, who reached out to the margins of society, has died at 88

Tucson Bishop leaving for Detroit

He will become Archbishop in late March.

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