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
Meet America’s kindest ice cream truck driver who makes sure children in poverty don’t...
One of America's kindest ice cream truck drivers has served underprivileged and low-income communities in Tucson, Arizona.
Severe thunderstorm warning issued for Pinal County
A severe thunderstorm warning was issued by the National Weather Service in Tucson at 7:18 p.m. on Sunday, Aug. 23. This warning applies to Pinal County. Meteorologists warn of winds as strong as 60 mph. At 8:34 p.m. MST, Doppler radar indicated thunderstorms producing between 1.50 and 2.50 inches of heavy rain along a
Fatal Crash US95 in Sagle, Idaho
SAGLE- On August 23, 2026, at approximately 1319 hours, Idaho State Police and Bonner County Sheriff’s Office responded to an injury collision that occurred in the area of Milepost 467, on US 95. Idaho State Police handled the investigation and Bonner County Sheriff’s Deputies assisted. It was determined a...
Back-to-School Heat Safety: A Parent’s 100°F Morning Plan
School starts in the hottest stretch of the year across Arizona, Texas and the Southeast. Here's what triggers indoor recess, how much a 9-year-old really needs to drink, and the signs that mean 911. Timing and shade plus scheduled water beat every gadget sold for the job. In Phoenix, Tucson,...

















