Inclusivity, open-mindedness central to community’s identity
Our bodies age over the course of our lives, but our personal identities remain consistent. At The Hacienda at the Canyon, a Watermark community in Tucson, AZ, those unique personal identities are not only welcomed but celebrated. Juan Acevedo-Mora, the community’s personal trainer, said that inclusivity is central...
Summit Hut closes Oro Valley location
TUCSON, Ariz. (13 News) - Summit Hut closed its store in Oro Valley. The company said some of the employees will be laid off while others will be moved to the Tucson location. The company, founded in Tucson in 1969, said a consolidation sale will begin Saturday at the store located at 5251 East Speedway. Everything...
2 Arizona brothers arrested in armed robbery case
City of Las Vegas recognizes Latin Chamber of Commerce of nearly 50 years. Woman accused of dragging Las Vegas officer with SUV after alleged Target theft.
Sit, Stay, Pose! Meet the Cover Dogs
Whenever we can partner with the Humane Society of Southern Arizona and present our Cover Dog Contest, it’s a treat for us! Seeing so many photos of cuddly canines — all ages, types and personalities — we’re reminded that this town has gone to the dogs in a good way.
Tucson-area youth pastor accused of luring minor
TUCSON, Ariz. (13 News) - A youth pastor in the Tucson area has been accused of luring a minor. The Oro Valley Police Department said 25-year-old Jose Fierro was arrested on Tuesday. The OVPD said Fierro, a maintenance worker at The Golf Villas at Oro Valley and a youth pastor...
Bus fares staying free in Tucson despite safety concerns
TUCSON, Ariz. (13 News) - Buses will remain free in Tucson even with a hole in the budget and a rising concern about public safety. Multiple incidents of violent crime have happened at or near Sun Tran bus stops in the last few months alone. On April 5, 25-year-old Daniel...
Two people found dead in Tucson home
TUCSON, Ariz. (13 News) - Authorities are investigating after two bodies were found in a Tucson home on Wednesday, Aug. 6. The Tucson Police Department said it happened in the 1000 block of East Henrick Drive, which is near Fort Lowell and Park. The TPD said though the investigation is...
Nonprofit trains service dogs to help Tucsonans in need
From helping folks with hearing impairments to monitoring blood sugar in diabetics, dogs can be trained to assist their owners in a variety of ways. That's where Ability Dogs of Arizona comes in.
Tucson City Council rejects Project Blue data center amid intense community pressure
The Tucson city council voted unanimously Wednesday against bringing the massive and water-devouring Project Blue data center — tied to tech giant Amazon — into city limits.
Extreme heat and a low-grade monsoon pattern
TUCSON, Ariz. (KGUN) — We will see a slight uptick in afternoon and evening storm chances from Santa Cruz county through the Tucson area today. But still minimal. Heat will continue to be a big concern with August highs reaching all-time record levels this week. An Excessive Heat Warning...