Monsoon 2021 brings bat invasion to Arizona
The Arizona Game and Fish Dept. says two species of bats are making pit stops in the state during their migration to Mexico.
Rural patients unable to transfer to full Arizona hospitals
As Arizona’s biggest hospitals fill up with COVID-19 cases, physicians in some of the state’s smaller or more rural communities fear it’s their patients who need specialty care who will pay the ultimate price.
Taco Bell launches 30-day taco subscription, but only in these locations
Taco Bell is testing a monthly subscription service called the "Taco Lover’s Pass," which gives subscribers one taco a day for 30 days.
Authorities seek suspect after mountain lion was shot in Tucson
Arizona authorities are looking for the person who shot and mortally wounded a mountain lion in central Tucson.
Engel quits Arizona Senate to focus on District 2 congressional race
Arizona's 2nd Congressional District race will be pivotal to the Democratic Party's efforts to retain the U.S. House majority, "and this is not an endeavor to be taken lightly," Engel said.
Arizona AG: Tucson COVID-19 vaccine mandate violates state law
"Tucson’s vaccine mandate is illegal, and the city could be held liable for attempting to force employees to take it against their beliefs," said Arizona Attorney General Mark Brnovich. "COVID-19 vaccinations should be a choice, not a government mandate."
‘I was terrified’: Zip-tie carrying men confront Arizona principal over COVID-19 policy
An Arizona father was arrested Thursday after he and two others threatened to make a citizen's arrest on a principal Thursday morning over a school's COVID-19 protocols, according to school district officials.
Friese drops out of race for Tucson-area US House seat
"As the delta variant surges across our region, it has become an increasing challenge to fulfill my obligations to the hospital, my patients, and the campaign amidst a run for Congress," Friese said.
Arizona Supreme Court rejects major part of lawsuit against CVS
The justices ruled Sept. 1 that Tucson Medical Center can’t sue CVS Health Corporation for alleged negligence through distribution of opioids.
Rainy season unleashes with fury, beauty across Arizona
Monsoon storms have brought spectacular lightning shows and record rainfall to the region’s deserts. They’ve also brought destruction, flooding streets and homes, and leading to some swift water rescues and several deaths.
Tohono O’odham Nation granted license for online sports betting
The Tohono O’odham Nation was granted an event wagering license, allowing it to open an online sports betting platform by fall, expanding options for betting on sports throughout Arizona.
Apple Watch saves Arizona woman’s life: ‘Call your doctor immediately’
“I’m glad I reacted so quickly because it was life-threatening,” Arizona resident Yolie De Leon revealed.
Man wearing fake Border Patrol uniform arrested during smuggling attempt near Tucson
John R. Modlin, interim Chief Patrol Agent of the Border Patrol’s Tucson Sector, said the bogus car was a cloned vehicle similar to ones used by the Border Patrol.
U.S. Marshals: California man accused of killing his cousin arrested in Tucson
A California man has been arrested in Tucson for allegedly killing his cousin, authorities say.
84-year-old gets 21 years in prison for Arizona bank robbery
Authorities say Robert Krebs carried out the January 2018 holdup in Tucson about seven months after he was released from prison as he was struggling to adjust to life on the outside. His attorney said Krebs wanted to go back to prison.
Tucson police union challenges city’s vaccine requirement
The Arizona Daily Star reports that the lawsuit filed by the Tucson Police Officers Association alleges the policy breaches its labor contract "by unilaterally enacting the ordinance without first bargaining in good faith over the change in working conditions" and asks a court to declare the mandate to be illegal.
More than a dozen Arizona venues requiring COVID-19 vaccines, negative tests
More than a dozen music venues in the Valley, Tucson and Flagstaff are requiring proof of being vaccinated against COVID-19.
3 dead, 8 injured after U.S. Border Patrol pursuit near Tucson ends in fiery crash
Customs and Border Protection officials said a Jeep with 11 people inside failed to stop for a primary inspection near Three Points on Aug. 7.
Tucson City Council approves COVID-19 vaccine mandate for city workers
Tucson Mayor Regina Romero announced that all people employed by the Southern Arizona city must be vaccinated against COVID-19.
Several Arizona colleges to require masks in all classrooms
ASU, NAU, UArizona, and the Maricopa County Community College District announced mask-wearing will be required inside all buildings as COVID-19 virus numbers continue to climb in Arizona.