2nd trial of man accused in Tucson girls’ death goes to jury

Christopher Clements is facing first-degree murder, kidnapping and other felony charges in the death of 6-year-old Isabel Celis, who was reported missing from her bedroom in her parents’ home in April 2012.

Man accused of killing young Tucson girl declines to testify

A man already convicted of killing a Tucson teenager declined to take the stand and testify in his own defense Wednesday as closing arguments began in his second murder trial.

No change of venue for man accused of killing UArizona professor

Murad Dervish is accused of killing Dr. Thomas Meixner, who was the head of the university’s hydrology department and an expert on desert water issues.

Woman attacks attorney, '19th hole' man speaks out, HAZMAT situation in Tucson: this week's top stories

From a murder suspect attacking her own lawyer to the man of the now-infamous "19th Hole" disruption incident at the WM Phoenix Open speaking out about the stunt, here are the top stories from Feb. 12 to 19.

Arizona man convicted of killing Tucson teen faces another murder trial

Last September, Clements was convicted of killing of 13-year-old Maribel Gonzalez in 2014. He was sentenced the following month to natural life in prison plus 17 years for kidnapping.

Man illegally hauling migrants takes off on horseback, Arizona authorities say

Seven migrants were taken into custody in the Tucson area after authorities say they were found hiding under hay bales at a checkpoint along SR 286.

Man illegally hauling migrants takes off on horseback, Arizona authorities say
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Seven migrants were taken into custody in the Tucson area after authorities say they were found hiding under hay bales at a checkpoint along SR 286 in southwest Arizona. Authorities say the driver, who's from Mexico, removed a horse from the trailer during the search then jumped on the animal and tried to gallop away.

Proposed Arizona law would crack down on homeless encampments

SB 1413 would require local governments to clean up encampments once they are reported, and homeless people on private property would be charged with trespassing.

Arizona restaurants featured in Yelp's 'Top 100 Places to Eat' list

Yelp has released their list of the top 100 places to eat in the United States, and four Arizona spots are being recognized.

Man accused of firing gun inside Tucson healthcare facility

Tucson police said 33-year-old Arthur John Bodnar had a video court appearance Saturday and a judge ordered him held on a $50,000 bond.

Suspect arrested in Iowa 9 months after Tucson killing

Trevontea Tyron Howard-Brown was wanted on a first-degree murder and attempted first-degree murder warrant out of Pima County.

Arizona university union demands $25 minimum wage for workers

A union at the University of Arizona is demanding that the campus-wide minimum wage increase to $25 per hour by 2025. "All campus workers in Arizona.. must be paid a thriving wage, not a poverty wage."

Chemicals for possible fentanyl production seized in Arizona

If further investigation shows that the chemicals were destined for fentanyl production, Thursday’s seizure could mark a new model for how it is manufactured, making it more readily available to consumers in the United States.

300 campers stranded at Catalina State Park in Tucson due to flooding

Catalina State Park in Tucson was shut down at 7 a.m. on Jan. 16 because of flooding caused by recent heavy rain in the area.

2nd grand jury won't indict Tucson officer who shot, killed man in wheelchair

Ryan Remington was indicted on manslaughter charges back in August after he reportedly killed 61-year-old Richard Lee Richards in a Walmart parking lot.

Bed Bath & Beyond's list of store closings

California, New York, Florida, Pennsylvania and other states will see multiple Bed Bath & Beyond stores close.

Abortion in Arizona: 15-week ban now state law after Court of Appeals ruling

Arizona's Court of Appeals in Tucson has issued its ruling on the state's abortion law, putting the 15-week ban in place, and doctors could face punishment for violating it.

Ex-Arizona Border Patrol agent sentenced for drugs, bribery

The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Arizona in Tucson said in a news release that 36-year-old Ramon Antonio Monreal-Rodriguez was sentenced earlier this month.

Arizona AG says Tucson fair housing ordinance violates law

Brnovich said in a news release on Dec. 22 that Tucson’s “source of income” ordinance violates state law.