Tucson Now: Mental Health Monday
TUCSON, Ariz. (13 News) - One of the places people feel the most stressed is in the workplace. It’s really a combination of a couple of things," co-owner of Pima Behavioral Health, Adam Streiff, said. “One is their current work environment and whether or not they are happy.”
Maker Monday: How Tucson’s desert shapes Audrey De La Cruz’s colorful art
For Tucson artist Audrey De La Cruz, art isn’t just about creating something beautiful — it's also a way to express her lived experiences and connect to an essential part of human culture. “My art isn't just my paintings or drawings, it’s the inner world I create. It’s...
Which schools could TUSD close? Board will discuss plan Tuesday
The Tucson Unified School District will discuss its plan for closing and consolidating schools amid declining enrollment at its Aug. 25 Governing Board meeting. Clarifying details should come in the board meeting presentation called “Reimagining Our Schools Together — A Community Engagement Plan for Elements of the Enr
‘Should’ve been a Cowboy,’ Titans told
WILLCOX – Toby Keith’s “Should’ve been a Cowboy” was the last words heard by the visiting Tucson Palo Verde Magnet Titans before leaving Cowboys Stadium on Aug. 22. Willcox handed the visitors a 54-0 non-region loss during the opener for both teams. The Cowboys led 46-0 with 6:56 left in the second quarter when a runni
The Arizona Daily Star’s new editor is hopeful about the future of local news
The Arizona Daily Star is nearly 150 years old. But, it hasn’t been immune to the economic reality facing newspapers today. The paper laid off nearly 25% of its staff in 2023 — but Alexis Huicochea made it through and says she’s hopeful about the continued need for local news.
Feels like déjà vu as extreme heat rolls into week two
TUCSON, Ariz. (13 News) - The heat will not leave and it is only getting hotter. Extreme Heat Warning has been extended through 8 pm Saturday. Daily afternoon showers and storms are possible but we are in a low grade monsoon pattern with the bigger story shifting back to extreme heat. Records could also be broke this w
No rain in sight as Extreme Heat Warning continues through Saturday
TUCSON, Ariz. (13 News) - Our monsoon rains look to be on hold for the next few days; however, the Extreme Heat Warning continues through 8 p.m. Saturday. High temperature records may be broken later this week before the rains help to cool things down by late weekend. Rain and...
Tucson man accused of lying to land federal contract jobs while serving in USAF
A Tucson man has been indicted on federal charges accusing him of lying about his employment history to obtain government contract work while still serving on active duty with the U.S. Air Force.
Tucson Commercial Lease Report – Aug. 17 – 21, 2026
TUCSON, AZ (Aug. 24, 2026) -- Tucson commercial lease activity submitted to Real Estate Daily News for the week of August 17 through August 21, 2026, including nearly 20,000 square feet of new leases and renewals across the Tucson market. The week’s largest transactions were a 5,566-square-foot office lease on East Gra
University of Arizona police prepare for busy start of fall semester with increased patrols
TUCSON, Ariz. (KGUN) — The University of Arizona Police Department is ramping up patrols and safety outreach as students return to campus ahead of the first week of classes. UAPD Police Chief Chris Olson said property crimes continue to lead campus crime statistics, with between 400 to 500 cases each of vandalism and l

















