Tucson no longer busiest region on the U.S.-Mexico border
The number of people who Border Patrol apprehended across the U.S.-Mexico border in August increased slightly, according to new federal data, though the Tucson Sector is no longer the region with the most apprehensions.
AZ Senator Wadsack pleads not guilty, calls charges politically motivated
Wadsack faces court for excessive speeding, claims political persecution.
Lack of citizenship documents might keep many from voting in Arizona state and local races
The announcement Tuesday of an error in state-run databases that reclassified voters comes days before county election officials are required to mail ballots to uniformed and overseas voters.
Tucson midtown neighborhood moves to erase racist housing restrictions from historic covenants
Residents take action to remove outdated racial covenants and promote inclusivity.
Judge rejects former Trump aide Mark Meadows’ bid to move Arizona election case to federal court
Meadows faces charges in Arizona and Georgia in what authorities allege was an illegal scheme to overturn the 2020 election results in Trump’s favor.
Trump was the subject of an apparent assassination attempt at his Florida golf club, the FBI says
The former president is safe and unharmed, and the FBI says it is investigating "what appears to be an attempted assassination" of the Republican presidential candidate.
Arizona's 1864 abortion ban is officially off the books
The repeal comes as voters consider a ballot measure that would enshrine the right to an abortion in the state constitution.
Non-profit continues to file complaints detailing mistreatment of migrant children in custody
Two nonprofits that provide free legal services to migrants released reports last week and filed complaints with the federal government that allege a broad range of abuse and mistreatment experienced by children in Border Patrol custody.
UA Safety Update: potential active shooter trainings, lighting improvements
The Office of Public Safety released data from a campus-wide safety survey.
AG Mayes wants approval of new well for Saudi-backed alfalfa farm revoked
Mayes letter to state water department requests action within 10 business days.
The Grand Canyon is experiencing one of its deadliest stretches in years
At least 16 people have died at the Grand Canyon this year, putting the park on pace to eclipse its average of 17 deaths per year.
Emhoff visits Tucson evening of Trump rally
Doug Emhoff spoke to a packed room during an invite-only campaign event on Toole Ave in downtown Tucson.
Trump blames migrants for housing crisis at Tucson rally
The former president blamed the Biden-Harris administration for a migrant “invasion.”
Big 12 newcomer Arizona makes 1st trip to K-State for matchup of ranked Wildcats
The first game this season between ranked Big 12 opponents won't count in the conference standings.
Federal judge denies tribal nations’ bid to join Grand Canyon Nation Monument lawsuit
A judge denied Arizona Tribal Nations’ request to intervene in a lawsuit over the Grand Canyon National Monument, stating their interests are represented by the U.S. government.
