Monday, July 28 2014 12:17 AM EDT2014-07-28 04:17:19 GMT
Fire crews were battling two fast-moving wildfires in California that threatened many homes and forced hundreds of evacuations, officials said.
Firefighters in Northern California made progress Sunday against a wildfire that has destroyed 13 homes and forced hundreds of evacuations in the Sierra Nevada foothills, while a fire near Yosemite National Park that...
Sunday, July 27 2014 7:54 PM EDT2014-07-27 23:54:20 GMT
U.S. officials are sharing satellite images they say show Russia has been firing rockets more than 7 miles into eastern Ukraine.
Stepping up pressure on Moscow, the U.S. on Sunday released satellite images it says show that rockets have been fired from Russia into neighboring eastern Ukraine and that heavy artillery for separatists has crossed the...
Sunday, July 27 2014 5:34 PM EDT2014-07-27 21:34:16 GMT
Vincenzo Nibali and the Tour de France pack have begun the 21st and final stage of this year's race, with the Italian poised to take home the leader's yellow jersey on Sunday.
Vincenzo Nibali put his lungs and legs to work one last time, marching up to the winner's podium of the Tour de France and sighing deeply before the Italian anthem echoed over the Champs-Elysees.
Sunday, July 27 2014 4:14 PM EDT2014-07-27 20:14:24 GMT
A program designed to foster a new generation of young African leaders will be renamed after former South African President Nelson Mandela, the White House said Sunday.
A program designed to foster a new generation of young African leaders will be renamed after former South African President Nelson Mandela, the White House said Sunday.
Sunday, July 27 2014 2:02 PM EDT2014-07-27 18:02:27 GMT
Police responded to the residence where a woman had been shot earlier that night. When police instructed occupants from inside the home to come outside, several shots were fired in the area of the officers.
Police responded to the residence where a woman had been shot earlier that night. When police instructed occupants from inside the home to come outside, several shots were fired in the area of the officers.
Sunday, July 27 2014 1:37 AM EDT2014-07-27 05:37:43 GMT
Tucson Fire responded to a near drowning at house on the south side in the 6900 block of South Missiondale Road. The one and half year old boy was found in an above the ground swimming pool that was in the front yard. He was pulled out by an adult.
Tucson Fire responded to a near drowning at house on the south side in the 6900 block of South Missiondale Road. The one and half year old boy was found in an above the ground swimming pool that was in the front yard. He was pulled out by an adult.
Saturday, July 26 2014 10:36 PM EDT2014-07-27 02:36:31 GMT
Mountain Fire District had a busy morning responding to a couple of working structure fires. The first fire was at La Canada Drive and Calle Concordia. Crews said the workshop area of a garage caught fire. The cause is thought to be faulty electrical wiring, but it is still under investigation. That fire was brought under control. The second structure fire was near Thornydale and Tangerine. Officials said another garage was on fire. They said the fire began in a truck parked in the garage and...
Mountain Fire District had a busy morning responding to a couple of working structure fires. The first fire was at La Canada Drive and Calle Concordia. Crews said the workshop area of a garage caught fire. The cause is thought to be faulty electrical wiring, but it is still under investigation. That fire was brought under control. The second structure fire was near Thornydale and Tangerine. Officials said another garage was on fire. They said the fire began in a truck parked in the garage and...
Saturday, July 26 2014 8:07 PM EDT2014-07-27 00:07:26 GMT
Fast food workers from across the country have voted in suburban Chicago to escalate their campaign for higher wages and union representation by including civil disobedience.
Comparing their campaign to the civil rights movement, fast food workers from across the country voted Saturday to escalate their efforts for $15-an-hour pay and union membership by using nonviolent civil disobedience.
Saturday, July 26 2014 5:43 PM EDT2014-07-26 21:43:51 GMT
Ukrainian officials said their forces advanced to the outskirts of a key town north of Donetsk on Saturday in hopes of retaking the stronghold held for months by pro-Russia rebels.
Ukrainian officials said their forces advanced to the outskirts of a key town north of Donetsk on Saturday as they try to retake the stronghold held for months by pro-Russia rebels.
Saturday, July 26 2014 3:03 PM EDT2014-07-26 19:03:22 GMT
A third execution by lethal injection has gone awry in six months, renewing debate over whether there is a foolproof way for the government to humanely kill condemned criminals, and whether it's even worth...
A third execution by lethal injection has gone awry in six months, renewing debate over whether there is a foolproof way for the government to humanely kill condemned criminals, and whether it's even worth looking for...
Saturday, July 26 2014 2:58 PM EDT2014-07-26 18:58:56 GMT
The City of Tucson called the streetcar's first day a "tremendous success." Tucson City Manager Richard Miranda called July 25, 2014, a historic day for Tucson.
The City of Tucson called the streetcar's first day a "tremendous success." Tucson City Manager Richard Miranda called July 25, 2014, a historic day for Tucson.
Saturday, July 26 2014 2:03 PM EDT2014-07-26 18:03:40 GMT
Officials at Denver homeless shelters say the legalization of marijuana has contributed to an increase in the number of younger people living on the city's streets.
Officials at some Denver homeless shelters say the legalization of marijuana has contributed to an increase in the number of younger people living on the city's streets.
Friday, July 25 2014 9:00 PM EDT2014-07-26 01:00:06 GMT
Crews are working to restore power to customers in Vail, according to Tucson Electric Power.It said about 140 customers were without electricity, though the cause was unknown.Stay with Tucson News Now on air and online for updates.Copyright 2014 Tucson News Now. All rights reserved.
Crews are working to restore power to customers in Vail, according to Tucson Electric Power.It said about 140 customers were without electricity, though the cause was unknown.Stay with Tucson News Now on air and online for updates.Copyright 2014 Tucson News Now. All rights reserved.
Sunday, July 27 2014 11:54 PM EDT2014-07-28 03:54:36 GMT
Authorities now say 14 people - including a 15-year-old - have been struck by lightning during rare summer thunderstorms that have swept through Southern California, injuring two critically.
A 20-year-old man died Sunday after lightning struck 13 people at a popular Los Angeles beach and a golfer on Catalina Island during rare summer thunderstorms that swept through Southern California, authorities said.
Sunday, July 27 2014 11:03 PM EDT2014-07-28 03:03:11 GMT
The U.N. Security Council has agreed on a statement calling for "an immediate and unconditional humanitarian cease-fire" in the Gaza fighting between Israel and Hamas and is meeting at midnight to adopt it.
The U.N. Security Council agreed on a statement Sunday calling for "an immediate and unconditional humanitarian cease-fire" in the Gaza war between Israel and Hamas and scheduled a meeting at midnight to adopt it.
Sunday, July 27 2014 10:15 PM EDT2014-07-28 02:15:44 GMT
Palestinian militants have launched a big rocket salvo at Israel, endangering a unilateral cease-fire.
Israel and Hamas launched new attacks Sunday in the raging Gaza war, despite going back and forth over proposals for a temporary halt to nearly three weeks of fighting ahead of a major Muslim holiday.
Sunday, July 27 2014 7:04 PM EDT2014-07-27 23:04:44 GMT
With a fifth Brickyard 400 victory on the line, Jeff Gordon looked like the driver he was 20 years ago.
With a tinge of gray hair at his temples, his hat on backward and his two young children by his side, Jeff Gordon celebrated as if he was 23 years old again.
Sunday, July 27 2014 6:00 PM EDT2014-07-27 22:00:18 GMT
Dutch police are traveling to the scene of the Malaysian plane disaster in eastern Ukraine to secure the site, which investigators complain has already been compromised.
Ukrainian armed forces mounted a major onslaught against pro-Russian separatist fighters Sunday in an attempt to gain control over the area where a Malaysia Airlines plane was downed earlier this month.
Sunday, July 27 2014 4:45 PM EDT2014-07-27 20:45:19 GMT
Amid the costumes and fantasy of this weekend's Comic-Con convention, a group of young women drew widespread attention to a very real issue - allegations of sexual harassment at the annual comic book convention.
Amid the costumes and fantasy of this weekend's Comic-Con convention, a group of young women drew widespread attention to a very real issue - allegations of sexual harassment at the annual pop-culture festival.
Saturday, July 26 2014 7:04 PM EDT2014-07-26 23:04:31 GMT
A 12-hour humanitarian cease-fire has begun to allow civilians in Gaza to receive aid and evacuate to safer areas.
Hamas resumed rocket fire Saturday on Israel after rejecting Israel's offer to extend a humanitarian cease-fire, the latest setback in international efforts to negotiate an end to the Gaza war.
Saturday, July 26 2014 5:22 PM EDT2014-07-26 21:22:02 GMT
With one week left before Congress' August recess, President Barack Obama is prodding Republicans to help ease the influx of minors and migrant families from Central America, but with chances dimming that...
With one week left before Congress' August recess, President Barack Obama is prodding Republicans to help ease the influx of minors and migrant families from Central America.
Monday, July 28 2014 12:17 AM EDT2014-07-28 04:17:19 GMT
Fire crews were battling two fast-moving wildfires in California that threatened many homes and forced hundreds of evacuations, officials said.
Firefighters in Northern California made progress Sunday against a wildfire that has destroyed 13 homes and forced hundreds of evacuations in the Sierra Nevada foothills, while a fire near Yosemite National Park that...
Sunday, July 27 2014 11:54 PM EDT2014-07-28 03:54:36 GMT
Authorities now say 14 people - including a 15-year-old - have been struck by lightning during rare summer thunderstorms that have swept through Southern California, injuring two critically.
A 20-year-old man died Sunday after lightning struck 13 people at a popular Los Angeles beach and a golfer on Catalina Island during rare summer thunderstorms that swept through Southern California, authorities said.
Sunday, July 27 2014 11:44 PM EDT2014-07-28 03:44:21 GMT
Authorities say powerful storms crossing east Tennessee have destroyed 10 homes and damaged others, though there are no immediate reports of any deaths or injuries.
Powerful storms that raked across several states in the eastern U.S. on Sunday destroyed at least 10 homes in Tennessee, but there were no immediate reports of any deaths or injuries, authorities said.
Tuesday, July 23 2013 3:18 PM EDT2013-07-23 19:18:06 GMT
FCC rules require broadcast stations to make sure that complaints about closed captioning can be easily made, and addressed in a timely manner. Station point of contact information for immediate concerns
FCC rules require broadcast stations to make sure that complaints about closed captioning can be easily made, and addressed in a timely manner. Station point of contact information for immediate concerns
Summer is here; relaxation, good food and good summer music is what many people are looking forward to. Check out the list of songs that are likely heard during summer festivities.
Do you recognize any of the people in this slide show? 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)
Thursday, July 24 2014 1:16 PM EDT2014-07-24 17:16:12 GMT
According to a Pima County Sheriff's Department release the suspect, identified as Nathaniel Francisco, entered a Circle K store on the southwest-side twice in one day, allegedly taking alcohol both times without paying.
According to a Pima County Sheriff's Department release the suspect, identified as Nathaniel Francisco, entered a Circle K store on the southwest-side twice in one day, allegedly taking alcohol both times without paying.
Thursday, July 24 2014 12:37 AM EDT2014-07-24 04:37:59 GMT
Jason Lee Harvey (Sourec: TPD)
32-year-old Jason Lee Harvey and 31-year-old Roberto Martinez are behind bars after an investigation of the July 21 incident, according to Tucson Police Sgt. Pete Dugan.
32-year-old Jason Lee Harvey and 31-year-old Roberto Martinez are behind bars after an investigation of the July 21 incident, according to Tucson Police Sgt. Pete Dugan.
Sunday, July 27 2014 2:02 PM EDT2014-07-27 18:02:27 GMT
Police responded to the residence where a woman had been shot earlier that night. When police instructed occupants from inside the home to come outside, several shots were fired in the area of the officers.
Police responded to the residence where a woman had been shot earlier that night. When police instructed occupants from inside the home to come outside, several shots were fired in the area of the officers.
Friday, July 25 2014 1:34 PM EDT2014-07-25 17:34:36 GMT
Looking for something to do downtown this weekend, to take advantage of the new streetcar? Here is a quick list of all things streetcar related, from free rides to ice cream socials, to relaxing on a 'pop up' beach.
Looking for something to do downtown this weekend, to take advantage of the new streetcar? Here is a quick list of all things streetcar related, from free rides to ice cream socials, to relaxing on a 'pop up' beach.
Saturday, July 26 2014 8:07 PM EDT2014-07-27 00:07:26 GMT
Fast food workers from across the country have voted in suburban Chicago to escalate their campaign for higher wages and union representation by including civil disobedience.
Comparing their campaign to the civil rights movement, fast food workers from across the country voted Saturday to escalate their efforts for $15-an-hour pay and union membership by using nonviolent civil disobedience.
