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Armed intruder arrested at Legacy Traditional School in East Tucson

Suspect Daniel Hollander was found with a gun and knife in the charter school's gymnasium.

Arizona’s ‘Ag to Urban’ Initiative tackling water shortages and sustainable growth

ADWR’s new program looks to transition water intensive agriculture to low-water-use urban developments amid Colorado River shortages.

Court ruling ends nearly 50 Years of federal oversight for TUSD in desegregation case

The Ninth Circuit Court of Appeals upheld the 2022 district court's findings.

Arizona lawmakers push to limit mail ballot drop-off times

The bill seeks to speed up election results but raises concerns about accessibility and safety.

Sheriff Nanos says he will not enforce federal Laken Riley Act

Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos says he does not plan any changes if the bill becomes law, which would require federal officials to detain undocumented migrants arrested for minor crimes.

Arizona Senator Ruben Gallego questions Energy Secretary nominee on nuclear and clean energy

Chris Wright discusses small modular reactors, clean energy provisions and Arizona’s energy future during Senate hearing.

South Tucson pledges to not enforce mass deportation, joining other local officials

The move comes as President-elect Donald Trump is set to take office.

Attorney General Kris Mayes and others ask to defend health access for 'Dreamers'

They want to take up the mantle since they anticipate President-elect Donald Trump's administration will not do so after he takes office on Monday.

Tucson secures $7 million HUD grant to expand affordable housing access

Federal funding will support efforts to remove housing barriers, streamline permits and boost affordable options for Tucson families.

Arizona lawmakers press utility companies on wildfire mitigation and grid resiliency plans

TEP details wildfire prevention strategies and grid upgrades during Arizona Senate Committee hearing.

Arizona Senator Mark Kelly challenges Secretary of Defense nominee’s responses in confirmation hearing

Peter Hegseth faces scrutiny from Kelly over ‘disqualifying accusations’ and refusal to answer directly.

Federal prosecutions in Arizona up 71% in 2024 for unauthorized border crossings

New data from the U.S. Attorney’s Office District of Arizona shows that the number of people being prosecuted for entering the country illegally increased by 71% in 2024.

Governor Katie Hobbs targets school voucher reform and accountability in State of the State Address

Hobbs outlines 2025 plans for housing, childcare, education reform, water security, and public safety.

Pascua Yaqui Tribe breaks ground on culturally significant land for third casino

The new casino is expected to create upwards of 500 new jobs.

Tucson Police Department secures $1.5 million grant to advance sexual assault investigations

The funding will support advanced DNA methods to solve cold cases and prevent backlogs.

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