Tucson served almost 6,000 unhoused in 2025
An unhoused person sits on the ground in front of Food Conspiracy on Feb. 17 2026. The Tucson city council discussed last year’s data about the unhoused at its Feb. 18 meeting. Community Safety Program Director Brandi Champion said the city is continuing to take a “balanced approach” in...
Arizona schools receive $41 million in tax credit donations
TUCSON, Ariz. (13 News) - Arizona public schools received more than $41 million in tax credit donations last year, funding programs like sports, music, and field trips while offering donors tax deductions. The April 15 deadline to claim tax credits for 2025 donations is approaching. Individuals can donate and deduct...
Diocese of Tucson installs and ordains new bishop, first one in 73 years
TUCSON, Ariz. (13 News) - Thousands packed St. Augustine Cathedral Friday for the ordination and installation of the Diocese of Tucson’s eighth bishop, James Misko. He was also the first priest to be ordained as a bishop in Tucson in 73 years. Misko, an Austin-based priest, was appointed by...
Trial date set for UA triple hit-and-run suspect
The man accused in a deadly hit-and-run near the University of Arizona campus, Louis John Artal, appeared in court Friday. The October collision took the life of three UA students, Josiah Patrick Santos, Sophia Akimi Troetel and Katya Rosaura Castillo-Mendoza. The students were crossing a marked crosswalk at Euclid...
Smart weapon from Raytheon approved for use on Navy F/A-18 aircraft
TUCSON, Ariz. Raytheon reports that its StormBreaker smart weapon has been approved by the U.S. Navy for operational use on the F/A-18-E/F Super Hornet strike fighter. In 2023, the Super Hornet became the first U.S. Navy aircraft to carry StormBreaker; the smart weapon is also approved for use on the F-15E and...
Huge Nancy Guthrie search update as couple find bloodied clothing abandoned in desert
An Arizona couple has reportedly found a blood-spotted glove, a rock with blood on it, in the desert a mile from Nancy Guthrie's home as the search continues.
Arizona Weather Alert Now: 60° High in Tucson Today After 20% Morning Shower Chance
Country Herald is Local News, Independent Pulse. Covering breaking local news, sports, lifestyle and events. Arizona starts the day cool and quiet across Tucson, but a few light showers may brush the area before late morning. Skies gradually brighten, and desert air begins a steady warmup. At Tucson International...
Marana Rejects Data Center Referendum Petitions; Withdrawal Request Follows
MARANA, AZ (February 20, 2026) -- The Town of Marana has determined that referendum petitions filed to put a proposed data center rezoning to a public vote do not meet the requirements under Arizona law. Town officials said the petitions failed to include the legal description of the properties involved,...
This Arizona Mexican Staple Makes Enchiladas Feel Like The Only Smart Order
I once walked into El Charro Café thinking I would “browse the menu,” and five seconds later I was mentally ordering enchiladas like it was a survival instinct. This Tucson classic is the anchor for a reason, because the whole place feels like Arizona history with a side of seriously good comfort food.
Driver charged, pedestrian fighting for life following crash near Palo Verde, Irvington
TUCSON, Ariz. (13 News) - A man is facing charges, and a pedestrian is fighting for their life following a crash near Palo Verde and Irvington in Pima County late Thursday, Feb. 19. The Pima County Sheriff’s Department said the accident happened on Palo Verde, just north of Irvington Road....
