Tucson Fire Department report highlights staffing, response-time challenges
The department outlined those trends in its newly released 2025 Annual Report, which Deputy Chief Sharon McDonough described as a snapshot of the organization’s current state and future needs.
‘Operation Rescue from the Heat’ expands services in Tucson
Free shelter, meals and resources are available to Tucsonans experiencing homelessness through Gospel Rescue Mission this summer.
Tucson’s homeless struggle to survive in triple-digit heat
TUCSON, Ariz. (13 News) - As summer temperatures continue to soar, Tucson is bracing for more dangerously hot days ahead. But for the city’s most vulnerable populations, the triple-digit heat is not just uncomfortable -- it is a matter of life and death. At Anza Park on Stone Avenue...
1 dead after heavy machinery falls at Scott County quarry
The day's major news events and late breaking stories are presented by the KWQC news team, along with the latest weather update and tomorrow's forecast.
Man fatally shot near South Sixth Avenue and I-10, police say
TUCSON, Ariz. (KGUN) — A 41-year-old man died early Friday after he was shot near South Sixth Avenue and West 44th Street, according to the Tucson Police Department. Officers were called to the 3300 block of South Sixth Avenue just south of I-10 around 2 a.m. after reports of a shooting victim, police said.
Second data center rezoning application submitted in Marana
TUCSON, Ariz. (13 News) - A second data center rezoning application has been submitted to the town of Marana, separate from a Beale Infrastructure-run data center that was already approved by the town council. The rezoning application for the “Ranch House” project was submitted in November by The Planning Center,...
First Alert Weather Weekend: Red Flag Warning
TUCSON, Ariz. (13 News) - Dry and hot for Tucson today. Low rain/storm potential to the east of Tucson, mostly in Cochise County. First Alert Weather Days this weekend due to a Red Flag Warning across southeast Arizona. The warning starts at 10am on Saturday and ends at 8pm Sunday. Winds gusting 35-40 mph with low rela
Phase one of Uptown redevelopment opens at former Foothills Mall site
TUCSON, Ariz. (13 News) - The first phase of a large-scale redevelopment project called Uptown opened Friday, June 26, at the former Foothills Mall site near Ina Road and La Cholla Boulevard. The Astrie Luxury Apartments opened Friday as part of phase one, with the first residents moving in. The...
Murder suspect arrested in Douglas
TUCSON, Ariz. (13 News) - A suspect in a murder case in Texas was arrested in Douglas on June 26. Officers said Diego Rodriguez was arrested by the Cochise County Sheriff’s Office at approximately 3:00 p.m. today. Officers said the arrest was a collaborative effort between the Kaufman County...
New coffee shop brewing in Green Valley, owners aim to create gathering place
Coffee lovers in Green Valley will soon have a new place to grab a cup — and the owners hope they'll stay awhile.
