Tucson officials say the 1st round of settlement funding for PFAS contamination has arrived
Water officials in Tucson say the city has started receiving settlement funds from a class action lawsuit against major manufacturers of a firefighting foam that contains PFAS. The human-made chemicals don’t break down naturally and are linked to cancer and other health issues. A firefighting foam called AFFF that...
TUCSON NOW: Local event to help domestic abuse survivors
TUCSON, Ariz. (13 News) - A local organization is celebrating a milestone in its effort to help domestic abuse survivors. Emerge is holding its 50th anniversary celebration ahead of its annual walk. Anna Harper joined 13 News’ Devyn Shea on Tucson Now to talk about it. You can watch...
Tucson Fire Department & the city team up with MD Ally telehealth service
The Tucson Fire Department wants to get people healthcare as quickly and safely as possible. And they believe that, in some cases, telehealth services like MD Ally might be the way to go. TFD face all manner of calls each-and-every day, however, Tucson Fire Department Assistant Chief Barrett Baker says...
Raising awareness about life as a young student with Type 1 Diabetes
With help from his teacher, classmates, and technology, one student is learning to manage diabetes daily.
‘If You Give a Child a Book’ campaign makes books exciting for young readers
Thanks to KGUN 9's "If You Give a Child a Book" campaign, the kids at Nash Elementary will be receiving up to 10 new books to add to their home libraries.
Marana Aquatic and Recreation Center provides jobs to about 120 teens
While some young people are struggling to find work right now, the Town of Marana recently added jobs, many of which are filled by teens, with the opening of the MARC earlier this year.
Marana English teacher fights apathy and absenteeism
TUCSON, Ariz. (13 News) - The first step in student success is showing up, but almost one-third of Arizona students were chronically absent from school last year, according to data from AZ School Report Card. In Marana, those numbers aren’t much better – with almost thirty percent of all students...
Three TUSD Magnet Schools earn prestigious national certification
Three of Tucson Unified School District's Magnet Schools have been recognized by Magnet Schools of America (MSA) for excellence in educational innovation.
University of Arizona film/television students sweep at regional awards ceremony
Students with The School of Theatre, Film & Television at the University of Arizona ran the table at the National Academy of Television Arts & Sciences Student Production Awards over the weekend.
Southern Arizona’s first trauma recovery center opens in Tucson
TUCSON, Ariz. (13 News) - The City of Tucson opened the very first trauma recovery center in southern Arizona to support victims of violent crime. According to the U.S. News & World Report, Pima County’s violent crime rates are higher than both the state and national averages, making this something the county deemed...
