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...
10 Budget-Friendly Arizona Buffets Where You Can Feast Without Overspending
There is a very delicate tipping point in life where “being thrifty” crosses over into “hunting for calories like a competitive eater,” and I hit that milestone years ago. Inflation is no joke, and trying to dine out in Arizona without crying over the receipt is practically an Olympic event.
TUSD rolling out new security camera program at seven locations
The $13 million bond-funded project will "provide appropriate security camera coverage and digital access control at all TUSD sites."
Blood supplies hit critical low as Red Cross declares emergency shortage
TUCSON, Ariz. (KGUN) — The American Red Cross has declared an emergency shortage of blood and platelets as donations have dropped 25% nationwide, leaving supplies dangerously low. Blood collected across Southern Arizona is processed locally before being sent to hospitals, but officials say the need for donors has never
A-10 Warthog aircraft makes final flight from Arizona air base
The flight marked the end of the aircraft’s more than 40-year presence at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base. The subsonic attack aircraft is being phased out by the Air Force. The fighters stationed in Tucson are headed to Georgia.
Scattered storms today, extreme heat ahead
TUCSON, Ariz. (KGUN) — Wednesday will bring another slight round of monsoon thunderstorms, with the best chances developing this evening south and east of Tucson. While a few isolated storms could reach the Tucson metro, the city is expected to remain on the western edge of the most active weather. Some storms could pr
TFD saves unconscious cat after rapid apartment blaze
Tucson Fire crews were dispatched to an apartment fire at 11:30 a.m. today in the 6100 block of East Bellevue Street.
U of A expands hazing‑prevention initiatives; Sigma Alpha Mu loses recognition
The U of A announced expanded campuswide hazing‑prevention measures today, reaffirming its commitment to student safety after a Dean of Students investigation found multiple violations.

















