Tucson Now: Pima County Superintendent’s Office calls for student artwork
TUCSON, Ariz. (13 News) - The Pima County School District is calling on Pima County teachers to submit their students’ artwork to be displayed at the Superintendent’s office. The Superintendent’s office is looking for art of any medium, including paintings, drawings, photography, graphic design, digital art, mixed medi
Tucson mutual aid group Community on Wheels shuts down after 6 years
After six years of serving Tucson's most vulnerable residents, local activist group Community on Wheels is closing its doors.
Free events happening this weekend in in Tucson
Between patio dinners with friends, afternoon coffees, vacations, and blockbuster movies, summer can get expensive. That's why we've gathered together 10 free or low-cost events happening in Tucson this weekend, so you don't have to strain your wallet. Kidz Expo. Arizona Bilingual Newspaper is throwing a Kidz Expo and
These 12 Cities Let Retirees Live on $1,600 a Month With Room to Spare
See 12 U.S. cities where median rent runs well under $1,600, leaving retirees on an average Social Security check real room for groceries, care, and fun.
Couple found dead from gunshot wounds after 911 call from smartwatch
A husband and wife were found dead inside a New Hanover County home early Thursday morning after an automated smartwatch emergency call drew authorities to the residence.
Arizona teacher shortage drives private staffing boom
Story by Grant Johnson, Lex Doig and Lavanya Paliwal. Just before Sadie Shaw’s daughter started her first day at Dodge Traditional Middle Magnet School in Tucson last year, her daughter’s math teacher abruptly resigned. A long-term substitute stepped in. Then another. Then another. A math teacher from the grade above c
Hottest temps of the year might break some records
TUCSON, Ariz. (13 News) - Today is the first of four consecutive First Alert Weather Days as near-record extreme heat builds into the weekend. An Extreme Heat Warning is in effect for southeast Arizona through Sunday. Expect highs 10 to 15 degrees above average with little overnight relief, as temperatures only drop in
Gumby, a beloved Tohono Chul saguaro, dies
For nearly 30 years, Gumby watched over visitors at Tohono Chul. With its fan-shaped crest and two bird nests that resembled eyes, the rare saguaro became one of the Tucson nature preserve's most recognizable residents. After an estimated lifespan of more than 100 years, Gumby died after developing bacterial necrosis,.
Arizona law now bans 11 ingredients from school campuses during the school day
TUCSON, Ariz. (13 News) - Arizona public schools are now required to follow the Arizona Healthy Schools Act, which bans 11 ingredients — including seven food dyes — from being served, sold, or distributed on campus during the regular school day. The law, which took effect with the...
Deputies find missing and vulnerable Pima County man
TUCSON, Ariz. (13 News) - The Pima County Sheriff’s Department has called off its search for a missing and vulnerable Pima County Man. The PCSD said 87-year-old Claudio F. Badilla has been found safe after being reported missing on the morning of July 30. Deputies announced he was found...

















