The Arizona National Guard's top officer has unveiled more than a dozen initiatives aimed at solving problems within the organization that were documented in a recent investigation.
An elderly driver plowed into dozens of hikers marching in a Saturday parade in a small Virginia mountain town and investigators were looking into whether he suffered a medical emergency before the accident.
Sunday, May 19 2013 2:27 AM EDT2013-05-19 06:27:52 GMT
A officer involved shooting has occurred on West Irvington Road and South of 6th Avenue. It happened Saturday night. Tucson Police Department has confirmed that one adult male was shot and killed at the
Officer involved shooting leaves one adult male dead.
Saturday, May 18 2013 10:26 PM EDT2013-05-19 02:26:09 GMT
The Pima County Sheriff's Department has reported a deadly accident at East Irvington Road between South Swan Road and South Alvernon Way. According to the Sheriff's Department, the female driver drove
Female reported dead on scene due to deadly car accident.
Saturday, May 18 2013 10:12 PM EDT2013-05-19 02:12:46 GMT
The U.S. Forest Service is battling a wildfire near Patagonia. The Soldier Basin Wildfire started late last night and is more than 800 acres. Nearly 200 people are battling the blaze. No structures
The U.S. Forest Service is battling a wildfire near Patagonia.
Saturday, May 18 2013 7:18 PM EDT2013-05-18 23:18:29 GMT
The jackpot is massive and the excitement even bigger! Tonight, the Powerball lottery has swelled to 600-million dollars. The odds of winning tonight's lottery are one in a 175 million. But experts
The jackpot is massive and the excitement even bigger!
Saturday, May 18 2013 10:09 AM EDT2013-05-18 14:09:50 GMT
A train derailment was reported near the Bridgeport and Fairfield city lines Friday night. Few details have been released on the derailment, but the incident was reported around 6:30 p.m. in the area of
Dozens of passengers and employees were among those injured when two Metro-North trains collided near a station in Fairfield Friday night.
Saturday, May 18 2013 8:00 AM EDT2013-05-18 12:00:11 GMT
The public can dispose of old prescription drugs and medications at this weekend's Dispose-A-Med event, hosted by the Pima County Sheriff's Department. Prescription and over-the-counter tablets, capsules,
Prescription and over-the-counter tablets, capsules, liquids, and creams will be accepted at the event at 2175 W. Ina Road on May 18 from 8 a.m. until 12 p.m.
Saturday, May 18 2013 1:30 AM EDT2013-05-18 05:30:23 GMT
A Marana woman is in jail accused of killing her husband. Our cameras were in court as a judge issued Toni Mayfield a 250,000 bond. She's facing a charge of second degree murder. Neighbors say they heard
A Marana woman is in jail accused of killing her husband. Our cameras were in court as a judge issued Toni Mayfield a 250,000 bond. She's facing a charge of second degree murder.
Sunday, May 19 2013 1:32 AM EDT2013-05-19 05:32:09 GMT
DES MOINES, Iowa (AP) - Lottery official: 1 winning ticket sold in Fla for record Powerball jackpot of more than $590M. They are: 10, 13, 14, 22, 52 and Powerball 11. Officials say the latest Powerball
Lottery official: 1 winning ticket sold in Fla for record Powerball jackpot of more than $590M.
Saturday, May 18 2013 9:58 PM EDT2013-05-19 01:58:51 GMT
Vehicle used in smuggling. (KSAZ)
Maricopa County sheriff's deputies have made another round of arrests as part of an effort to crackdown on human smuggling. Deputies say 10 Mexican nationals were arrested after the van they were traveling
Deputies say 10 Mexican nationals were arrested after the van they were traveling in was stopped Thursday north of the Valley. About two hours later, five more people were arrested during a separate traffic stop.
Right from the start, a horse trained by one not so over-the-hill Hall of Famer and ridden by another took control of the Preakness. The result: a huge upset and the end of any hopes for a Triple Crown attempt at the Belmont...
Inmates at jails in Indianapolis, Baltimore, St. Louis and Philadelphia face the nation's highest levels of sexual abuse at the hands of guards, according to a new federal report based on surveys of inmates at...
Inmates at jails in Indianapolis, Baltimore, St. Louis and Philadelphia face the nation's highest levels of sexual abuse at the hands of guards, according to a new federal report based on surveys of inmates at U.S. jails.
Saturday, May 18 2013 7:21 PM EDT2013-05-18 23:21:30 GMT
SCOTTSDALE, Ariz. (AP) - Scottsdale police say a body found in a canal has been identified as a man who was reported missing after he failed to return from a bicycle ride earlier this week. A police
Scottsdale police say a body found in a canal has been identified as a man who was reported missing after he failed to return from a bicycle ride earlier this week.
Saturday, May 18 2013 7:04 PM EDT2013-05-18 23:04:51 GMT
The Bank of America branch in Rancho Vistoso was robbed Friday afternoon, the Oro Valley Police Department said. The suspect entered the bank around 5 p.m. and demanded money from a teller, Lt. Kara
The suspect was described as a Hispanic or white male, unknown age, approximately 6-feet tall, with a medium build, she said.
By PAUL NEWBERRY AP National Writer The son of the U.S. national swim team director is reporting that Michael Phelps is planning a comeback for the 2016 Rio Olympics.
By PAUL NEWBERRY AP National Writer Is Michael Phelps planning a comeback?
French President Francois Hollande has signed a law authorizing gay marriage and adoption by same-sex couples, after months of nationwide protests and wrenching debate.
France will see its first gay weddings within days, after French President Francois Hollande signed a law Saturday authorizing marriage and adoption by same-sex couples and ending months of nationwide protests and wrenching...
Saturday, May 18 2013 3:17 PM EDT2013-05-18 19:17:36 GMT
One person was critically injured Saturday morning in a rollover accident on Grant Road near Campbell Avenue. Three people were injured, Capt. Chris Jurvig of the Tucson Fire Department said. One person
One person was critically injured Saturday morning in a rollover accident on Grant Road near Campbell Avenue.
South Korea says North Korea has fired three short-range guided missiles into its eastern waters. Pyongyang routinely test-launches such missiles.
North Korea fired three short-range guided missiles into its eastern waters on Saturday, a South Korean official said. It routinely tests such missiles, but the latest launches came during a period of tentative diplomacy...
Despite Democratic fears, predictions of the demise of President Barack Obama's agenda appear exaggerated after a week of cascading controversies, political triage by the administration and party leaders in...
Despite Democratic fears, predictions of the demise of President Barack Obama's agenda appear exaggerated after a week of cascading controversies, political triage by the administration and party leaders in Congress and...
Yahoo CEO Marissa Mayer is promising to unveil "something special" Monday in New York as she tries to attract more traffic and advertising to the Internet company.
Yahoo may be on the verge of closing its biggest acquisition during the 10-month reign of CEO Marissa Mayer as she tries to attract more traffic and advertisers to the Internet company's website and mobile applications.
Saturday, May 18 2013 12:14 AM EDT2013-05-18 04:14:03 GMT
Police are searching for a suspect in Oro Valley tonight.He is accused of robbing a Bank of America near Rancho Vistoso and Tangerine.Stay with Tucson News Now for updates on this story.Copyright 2013
Oro Valley police are searching for a suspect in Oro Valley tonight.
Friday, May 17 2013 10:40 PM EDT2013-05-18 02:40:41 GMT
The Amphitheater Schools District released the attached statement regarding Robert Brush, an Ironwood Ride High School teacher who is accused of sexual conduct with a minor. Copyright 2013 Tucson News
The Amphitheater Schools District released the attached statement regarding Robert Brush, an Ironwood Ridge High School teacher who is accused of sexual conduct with a minor.
Friday, May 17 2013 10:38 PM EDT2013-05-18 02:38:59 GMT
We're hearing from the father of the baby who died of severe injuries on Thursday. Three-month-old Izayah Garcia was hospitalized in critical condition Monday. Tucson Police say Child Protective Services
Emotional new details in a deadly case of child abuse.
Friday, May 17 2013 10:36 PM EDT2013-05-18 02:36:48 GMT
Employment opportunities are now available for Arizona state parks. Across Arizona, 27 state parks and natural areas are looking to hire a park ranger, park manager, or park ranger specialist, according
Across Arizona, 27 state parks and natural areas are looking to hire a park ranger, park manager, or park ranger specialist, according to a news release.
One of Alaska's most restless volcanoes has shot an ash cloud 15,000 feet into the air in an ongoing eruption that has drawn attention from a nearby community but isn't expected to threaten air traffic.
One of Alaska's most restless volcanoes shot an ash cloud 15,000 feet into the air Friday in an ongoing eruption that is visible for miles when the weather allows.
Friday, May 17 2013 9:24 PM EDT2013-05-18 01:24:09 GMT
Police are investigating a suspicious device after workers at a southwest side Goodwill found an object that appeared to be a grenade.Crews are checking it out but it is causing traffic delays, so you
Police are investigating a suspicious device after workers at a southwest side Goodwill found an object that appeared to be a grenade.
Friday, May 17 2013 8:00 PM EDT2013-05-18 00:00:58 GMT
(RNN) - Summer is fast approaching and gas prices may be increasing with the temperature. According to Gas Buddy, a five-year record in prices for gasoline is poised to be broken, with many of the record
Summer is fast approaching and gas prices may be increasing with the temperature.
A judge has rejected a request from lawyers for Boston Marathon bombing suspect Dzhokhar Tsarnaev (joh-HAHR' tsahr-NEYE'-ehv) who want to take periodic photos of him in prison.
Boston Marathon bombing suspect Dzhokhar Tsarnaev won't be indicted within the 30-day period prescribed under the Federal Speedy Trial Act but prosecutors said Friday they would ask for more time.
Friday, May 17 2013 7:05 PM EDT2013-05-17 23:05:36 GMT
The wife of the president of the Mormon church has died. The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints says Frances B. Monson died this morning at a Salt Lake City Hospital. She was 85 years old. There
The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-Day Saints says Frances B. Monson died this morning at a Salt Lake City Hospital.
Lawmakers are ready to question the ousted head of the Internal Revenue Service as Congress holds its first hearing on the tougher scrutiny the IRS gave tea party and other conservative groups that applied for...
Senior Treasury officials were made aware in June 2012 that investigators were looking into complaints from tea party groups that they were being harassed by the Internal Revenue Service, a Treasury inspector general said...
Friday, May 17 2013 5:57 PM EDT2013-05-17 21:57:20 GMT
The Pima County Sheriff's Department DUI Unit will deploy a sobriety checkpoint this coming weekend to continue its efforts to minimize impaired driving. According to a news release, impaired driving
The Pima County Sheriff's Department DUI Unit will deploy a sobriety checkpoint this coming weekend to continue its efforts to minimize impaired driving.
Afghan officials say a car bomb has exploded inside an elite gated community linked to the family of President Hamid Karzai near the southern city of Kandahar. At least nine people are dead and more than 70 wounded.
Two bombs hidden in a motorcycle and a car exploded inside an elite gated community linked to the family of Afghan President Hamid Karzai on Friday evening, killing at least nine people and wounding more than 70 near the...
President Barack Obama is pledging to eliminate the "scourge" of sexual assault in the military while cautioning that it will take a long and sustained effort by all military members.
Defense Secretary Chuck Hagel on Friday ordered the military to recertify all 25,000 people involved in programs designed to prevent and respond to sexual assault, an acknowledgement that assaults have escalated beyond the...
Hundreds of Iraqis in a southern city have attended the funeral of two Shiite fighters killed in Syria.
Bombs ripped through Sunni areas in Baghdad and surrounding areas Friday, killing at least 76 people in the deadliest day in Iraq in more than eight months. The major spike in sectarian bloodshed heightened fears the country...
A cold front will bring wind and cooler temperatures to the area this weekend. Fire danger remains high in the mountains of Southeastern Arizona, so be careful with any flammable materials.
Scottsdale police say a body found in a canal has been identified as a man who was reported missing after he failed to return from a bicycle ride earlier this week.
Scottsdale police say a body found in a canal has been identified as a man who was reported missing after he failed to return from a bicycle ride earlier this week.
The Arizona National Guard's top officer has unveiled more than a dozen initiatives aimed at solving problems within the organization that were documented in a recent investigation.
The Arizona National Guard's top officer has unveiled more than a dozen initiatives aimed at solving problems within the organization that were documented in a recent investigation.
There are trenches up to 2 feet deep that cut across some trails at Saguaro National Park East. The causes include horses' hooves, storm runoff and years of natural erosion.
There are trenches up to 2 feet deep that cut across some trails at Saguaro National Park East. The causes include horses' hooves, storm runoff and years of natural erosion.
It's been less than 10 months since the world record for a lottery prize. On Saturday night, it could conceivably fall once again.
It's all about the odds, and one single ticket in Florida has beaten them all by matching the numbers drawn for the highest Powerball jackpot in history at an estimated $590.5 million, lottery officials disclosed Sunday.
Police have identified the alleged home invader involved in the death of a New York college student early Friday morning.
A Hofstra University student being held in a headlock at gunpoint by an intruder was accidently shot and killed by a police officer who had responded to the home invasion at an off-campus home, police said Saturday.
A pair of tamed but persistent wildfires still burned in the hills and mountains around Interstate 5 after a wild week of burning brush in the area north of Los Angeles.
One of two wildfires burning in the hills and mountains around Interstate 5 north of Los Angeles was fully contained Saturday and authorities were getting an upper hand on the second one.
Inmates at jails in Indianapolis, Baltimore, St. Louis and Philadelphia face the nation's highest levels of sexual abuse at the hands of guards, according to a new federal report based on surveys of inmates at...
Inmates at jails in Indianapolis, Baltimore, St. Louis and Philadelphia face the nation's highest levels of sexual abuse at the hands of guards, according to a new federal report based on surveys of inmates at U.S. jails.
Certain projects, such as adding a well thought-out family room can be a wise investment, as they do add to the value of the home. Other projects, however, allow little opportunity to recover the costs when it's time to sell.
Certain projects, such as adding a well thought-out family room can be a wise investment, as they do add to the value of the home. Other projects, however, allow little opportunity to recover the costs when it's time to sell.
Thursday, May 16 2013 1:21 PM EDT2013-05-16 17:21:30 GMT
LAKE BUENA VISTA, FL (WFTV/CNN) - Disney World is the place where dreams come true, but sometimes waiting is the hardest part. According to an article in the New York Post this week, some wealthy parents
According to an article in the New York Post this week, some wealthy parents may be taking the FastPass to an extreme.
Thursday, May 16 2013 12:01 AM EDT2013-05-16 04:01:53 GMT
The pay raise formula passed 6-1 by the Tucson City council is complicated. On the one hand, it gives a 55 cent an hour raise to most city employees across the board. Bug police and fire are treated
Tucson's proposed pay raise creates a two class system
Wednesday, May 15 2013 11:31 PM EDT2013-05-16 03:31:18 GMT
Senator Flake (R-AZ) issued a statement today in regards to the resignation of IRS Acting Commissioner. President Obama announced that Treasury Secretary Jack Lew accepted the resignation after the
Do you recognize any of these people? Click here to view the photos of the most wanted people in Tucson. If you have any information about any of these people, call 911 or 88-CRIME. (Photos source: 88-CRIME)
According to the 88-CRIME website, Ernie Gilbert Grajeda is wanted for kidnapping. He is described as Hispanic, 6'01" tall and 210 pounds with brown hair and brown eyes.
According to the 88-CRIME website, Ernie Gilbert Grajeda is wanted for kidnapping. He is described as Hispanic, 6'01" tall and 210 pounds with brown hair and brown eyes.
According to the 88-CRIME website, Joaquin Brambila-Vazquez is wanted for murder. He is described as Hispanic, 5'8" tall and 160 pounds with brown hair and brown eyes.
According to the 88-CRIME website, Joaquin Brambila-Vazquez is wanted for murder. He is described as Hispanic, 5'8" tall and 160 pounds with brown hair and brown eyes.
According to the 88-CRIME website, Christopher Gerald Sidwell is wanted for assault - domestic violence. He is described as Caucasian, 5'7" tall and 180 pounds with brown hair and brown eyes.
According to the 88-CRIME website, Christopher Gerald Sidwell is wanted for assault - domestic violence. He is described as Caucasian, 5'7" tall and 180 pounds with brown hair and brown eyes.
A judge has rejected a request from lawyers for Boston Marathon bombing suspect Dzhokhar Tsarnaev (joh-HAHR' tsahr-NEYE'-ehv) who want to take periodic photos of him in prison.
Boston Marathon bombing suspect Dzhokhar Tsarnaev won't be indicted within the 30-day period prescribed under the Federal Speedy Trial Act but prosecutors said Friday they would ask for more time.
Thursday, May 16 2013 1:29 PM EDT2013-05-16 17:29:40 GMT
BOSTON (RNN) – On Thursday, the Boston Athletics Association announced it will invite the more than 5,000 runners who were unable to cross the finish line to participate in the 2014 Boston Marathon. The
On Thursday, the Boston Athletics Association announced it will invite the more than 5,000 runners who were unable to cross the finish line because of the terrorist attack to participate in the 2014 Boston Marathon.
Thursday, May 16 2013 1:21 PM EDT2013-05-16 17:21:11 GMT
The B.A.A., organizer of the Boston Marathon, is issuing an invitation to participate in the 2014 Boston Marathon to official entrants in the 2013 Boston Marathon who were unable to cross the Boylston
The B.A.A., organizer of the Boston Marathon, is issuing an invitation to participate in the 2014 Boston Marathon to official entrants in the 2013 Boston Marathon who were unable to cross the Boylston
Dozens of Boston's top chefs set up their kitchens at the oldest baseball park in the major leagues for an evening to raise money for the Boston Marathon bombing victims.
Boston Marathon bombing victims joined hundreds of first responders and well-wishers at Fenway Park as dozens of top chefs served fine food and drinks from concession stands in a project intended to raise money for those...
Wednesday, May 15 2013 9:25 AM EDT2013-05-15 13:25:55 GMT
BOSTON (WESH/CNN) - Boston's fire chief received a vote of "no confidence." Thirteen of the city's 14 deputy fire chiefs signed a letter of "no confidence" in Steve Abraira over his handling of the Boston
Boston's fire chief received a vote of "no confidence."
Friday, May 10 2013 3:49 PM EDT2013-05-10 19:49:29 GMT
(RNN) - Small airport towers that faced closure due to sequestration received another reprieve from the U.S. Department of Transportation. Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood said in a statement on Friday
The U.S Department of Transportation announced an extension of the 149 air traffic control towers that were scheduled to closed will remain open until Sept. 30.
Friday, April 5 2013 2:47 PM EDT2013-04-05 18:47:20 GMT
(RNN) - The Federal Aviation Administration said it will delay the closure of 149 air traffic control towers at small airports until June, according to the AP. In March the agency made the decision to
The Federal Aviation Administration said it will delay the closure of 149 air traffic control towers at small airports until June, according to the AP.
Monday, March 18 2013 8:43 AM EDT2013-03-18 12:43:27 GMT
(RNN) – Will it or won't it? As people fill out their tax forms this year, they ponder whether or not the sequester will delay their anticipated refunds. The short answer is no, but that is by no means
The sequester will not affect returns. However, the last-minute passing of the American Taxpayer Relief Act pushed back the start of tax season to Feb. 8.
Saturday, March 2 2013 12:48 AM EST2013-03-02 05:48:05 GMT
(RNN) - Hours before the budget cuts known as sequestration were set to take effect, President Barack Obama has signed the order to begin $85 billion in across the board reductions.Copyright 2013 Raycom
Hours before the budget cuts known as sequestration were set to take effect, President Barack Obama has signed the order to begin $85 billion in across the board reductions.
Friday, March 1 2013 7:03 AM EST2013-03-01 12:03:14 GMT
Is the sequestration scare an exaggeration or a sign that the military is an indispensable part of our economy?
One oft-cited study says sequestration cuts to military spending will cost about a million jobs and the nation's security will be compromised. But is that an exaggeration or a sign that the military is an indispensable part of our economy?
Monday, May 13 2013 7:08 PM EDT2013-05-13 23:08:40 GMT
Antonio Rodriguez, the executive chef at Westward Look Resort, was in the Tucson News Now studio to demonstrate some truffles recipes that you can use to impress and please your family.
Antonio Rodriguez, the executive chef at Westward Look Resort, was in the Tucson News Now studio to demonstrate some truffles recipes that you can use to impress and please your family.
Cody is a two year old Lab/Shepherd mix. Sadly, his owner had to give him up because he could no longer take care of Cody.He is happy and energetic, and loves to go for walks. He gets along well with
Cody is ready to go home. He would make a terrific pet. He is house trained and good-natured.
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