Thursday, May 23 2013 5:27 AM EDT2013-05-23 09:27:32 GMT
A routine traffic stop at River and La Canada turned into a reported officer-involved shooting on Wednesday night. According to the Pima County Sheriff's Department, the driver pulled into a nearby Walgreens
A 24-year-old man is facing charges after running from Pima County Sheriff's Deputies during a traffic stop at River and La Canada Wednesday night.
Thursday, May 23 2013 1:20 AM EDT2013-05-23 05:20:27 GMT
Court documents paint a very bloody picture of what happened at a home on Palm Brook Drive last week.Court documents state that Toni Marie Mayfield called 911 saying she had killed her husband.She was
Court documents paint a very bloody picture of what happened at a home on Palm Brook Drive last week.
Thursday, May 23 2013 12:44 AM EDT2013-05-23 04:44:20 GMT
It's a big night for high school students who donned the cap and gown.But graduation was a very special occasion for young mothers who beat the odds to get a diploma.Project More is a high school for young
Project More is a high school for young mothers where they can get the support they need to study and grow as parents.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 11:37 PM EDT2013-05-23 03:37:03 GMT
TUCSON, AZ. If you know someone who's looking for a part-time job, there's a new opportunity available in Arizona that you may want to tell them about. The United States Postal Service is looking to hire
The United States Postal Service is seeking applicants for 240 part-time positions throughout Arizona.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 11:19 PM EDT2013-05-23 03:19:44 GMT
The construction along the I-10 westbound will affect traffic tonight and early into tomorrow morning. The closures and restrictions are part of the I-10 Ruthrauff to Prince Road widening project. Starting
I-10 restrictions start tonight on the westbound lanes, from Grant to Ruthrauff.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 11:13 PM EDT2013-05-23 03:13:46 GMT
Trial is getting underway for a Tucson mother accused of abusing her child. Authorities say Blanca Montano's baby daughter was hospitalized with life-threatening infections. They believe it may be
The prosecutor says there's a possibility that Munchausen by Proxy will be brought up during the trial.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 10:07 PM EDT2013-05-23 02:07:19 GMT
Chanting "TMC, TMC, TMC", Governor Jan Brewer held what turned out to be an old fashioned pep rally to help garner support for her Medicaid Restoration Plan. It's one of several events being held around
Arizona Governor Jan Brewer in town to rally support for her Medicaid plan.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 9:48 PM EDT2013-05-23 01:48:47 GMT
By Caroline Connolly, CNN She found out her fourth grader was bullying a kid because of the clothes she wore. So a Utah mom headed to a thrift store to teach her child an embarrassing lesson in fashion.
A Utah mom headed to a thrift store to teach her child an embarrassing lesson in fashion.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 9:25 PM EDT2013-05-23 01:25:51 GMT
TUCSON (Tucson News Now) - AAA Arizona is once again offering a way for people to get a safe ride home this Memorial Day weekend if they've had too much to drink. Tipsy Tow service will start 6 p.m. Sunday,
AAA Arizona is once again offering a way for people to get a safe ride home this Memorial Day weekend if they've had too much to drink.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 9:12 PM EDT2013-05-23 01:12:15 GMT
People are taking advantage of you and you may not even know it. Criminals are doing whatever it takes to make a quick buck. A new report says Arizona ranks among the top in the nation for cyber attacks.
People are taking advantage of you and you may not even know it. Criminals are doing whatever it takes to make a quick buck.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 7:43 PM EDT2013-05-22 23:43:14 GMT
A University of Arizona graduate is working on an application that promises "social freedom" to its college-aged users. The app is called "U Free?". It's not available yet, but is set to launch on August
We have no shortage of ways to connect these days. But Stephen Ost, the recent computer science graduate behind "U Free?" says his app is different from anything else available.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 4:33 PM EDT2013-05-22 20:33:05 GMT
A Douglas man is facing federal charges after allegedly holding two women against their will according to a U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) Homeland Security Investigations (HSI) news release.
A Douglas man is facing federal charges after allegedly holding two women against their will, according to a U.S. ICE/HSI news release.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 3:58 PM EDT2013-05-22 19:58:32 GMT
Starting this weekend the Pima Ccounty Cooperative Extension office will hold hours to help people find free or low-cost legal services. University of Arizona law students will be available at two locations
Starting this weekend the Pima County Cooperative Extension office will hold hours to help people find free or low-cost legal services.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 2:58 PM EDT2013-05-22 18:58:40 GMT
Officials in Bisbee have approved a revised version of an ordinance that would legalize civil unions for same-sex couples.
A spokeswoman says Arizona Attorney General Tom Horne won't sue Bisbee to try to block final approval of the southern Arizona city's revised ordinance on civil unions.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 11:50 AM EDT2013-05-22 15:50:58 GMT
In just a few hours, Governor Brewer will be in Tucson, she is in town rallying support for her plan to expand Medicaid in Arizona. Governor Brewer will be holding a press conference at Tucson Medical
She will be holding a press conference at Tucson Medical Center, rallying support for a plan many found as a surprise.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 11:34 AM EDT2013-05-22 15:34:57 GMT
(CBS News) The FBI says it was involved in a fatal shooting near Universal Studios in Orlando, Fla,. early Wednesday. CBS News senior correspondent John Miller, a former FBI assistant director, reported
(CBS News) The FBI says it was involved in a fatal shooting near Universal Studios in Orlando, Fla,. early Wednesday. CBS News senior correspondent John Miller, a former FBI assistant director, reported
Wednesday, May 22 2013 11:33 AM EDT2013-05-22 15:33:30 GMT
Enjoying the outdoors isn't completely unbearable just yet, but local firefighters want residents to be prepared for those triple digits. The high temperatures mean firefighters will see more dehydration cases.
Enjoying the outdoors isn't completely unbearable just yet, but local firefighters want residents to be prepared for those triple digits.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 11:25 AM EDT2013-05-22 15:25:18 GMT
Tucson has reached the triple digit mark yet this year, but record highs for Tucson have been in the 100s since mid-April. The first average 100° days for Tucson is May 26th. That is coming up on Sunday. Below
No 100s in the Tucson forecast yet, but we do generally start to see the triple digits this time of year.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 11:00 AM EDT2013-05-22 15:00:54 GMT
Tucson Police continue to seek information in the stabbing death of an east-side convenience store clerk. 22 year old Erick Bridges was critically wounded Friday morning when somebody attacked him at
Investigators seeking information on suspect who stabbed and killed an east-side convenience store clerk last week.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 10:45 AM EDT2013-05-22 14:45:28 GMT
More than 200 firefighters continue to battle a wildfire northeast of Nogales. The Soldier Basin fire has now burned 6,000 acres in the Patagonia Mountains and officials are saying the fire is about 15
More than 200 firefighters continue to battle a wildfire northeast of Nogales.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 10:28 AM EDT2013-05-22 14:28:26 GMT
The World Care Civilian Emergency Relief Center is collecting emergency relief supplies for victims of the Oklahoma tornados and storms. The organization is accepting supplies and monetary donations to
More than 60 million Americans in the Midwest and south are still at risk from the ongoing storms.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 10:22 AM EDT2013-05-22 14:22:34 GMT
Tonight is a special moment for hundreds of Flowing Wells High School students, as they receive their diplomas. School officials say they have few surprises in store for the class of 2013. This class
Tonight is a special moment for hundreds of Flowing Wells High School students, as they receive their diplomas.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 10:21 AM EDT2013-05-22 14:21:37 GMT
Source: NASA
The following is a news release from NASA Earth Observatory. On May 20, 2013, a supercell thunderstorm in central Oklahoma spawned a destructive tornado that passed just south of Oklahoma City. The Moderate
A NASA satellite caught a look at the massive storm.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 9:45 AM EDT2013-05-22 13:45:30 GMT
Tucson, AZ (Tucson News Now) - Arizona ranks fourth in the country in unintentional drownings among children younger than 15, a majority younger than 5. A new study was just released today by the U.S.
Arizona ranks fourth in the country in unintentional drownings among children younger than 15, a majority younger than 5.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 8:30 AM EDT2013-05-22 12:30:52 GMT
Only 200 voters cast ballots in Tuesday's election in South Tucson, but they approved a home rule option by a 2-1 margin. The decision allows the city to set spending limits instead of following guidelines
Only 200 voters cast ballots in Tuesday's election in South Tucson, but they approved a home rule option by a 2-1 margin.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 8:29 AM EDT2013-05-22 12:29:45 GMT
Traveling this Memorial Day weekend and leaving from Phoenix Sky Harbor? Here is some good news the airport is offering 40 percent off parking at the terminal garage from May 23 – 30. Those who want
Traveling this Memorial Day weekend and leaving from Phoenix Sky Harbor? Here is some good news the airport is offering 40 percent off parking at the terminal garage from May 23 – 30.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 1:36 AM EDT2013-05-22 05:36:13 GMT
City of Tucson has a budget for next year that includes raises for its employees. Now, they're waiting to see if they get them. Emergency dispatchers will get a one dollar-an-hour raise in July; however,
Most raises won't kick in until next year and still might not happen.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 1:32 AM EDT2013-05-22 05:32:41 GMT
Arizona State University's School of Journalism and Mass Communication will present Bob Schieffer with the 2013 Walter Cronkite Award for Excellence in Journalism. The school announced that the "Face
Arizona State University's School of Journalism and Mass Communication will present Bob Schieffer withthe 2013 Walter Cronkite Award for Excellence in Journalism.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 1:25 AM EDT2013-05-22 05:25:47 GMT
In a vote of 5-2, city council leaders voted to approve this new revised same-sex ordinance.The ordinance still uses the term 'civil union' but defines it as a contractual agreement between two people,
In a vote of 5-2, city council leaders voted to approve this new revised same sex ordinance.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 12:50 AM EDT2013-05-22 04:50:55 GMT
When it comes to banking, what's your number one gripe? We found bank fees are a top consumer complaint. The amounts vary from bank-to-bank. Now, there are brand new funky fees to be on the lookout
When it comes to banking, what's your number one gripe? We found bank fees are a top consumer complaint. The amounts vary from bank-to-bank. Now, there are brand new funky fees to be on the lookout for beyond the typical charges.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 12:20 AM EDT2013-05-22 04:20:48 GMT
Marana voters approved a plan Tuesday night to allow the town to spend more than allowed under the state constitution. The proposal, known as the home-rule option, passed 2,935 (65 percent) to 1,549 (35
Marana voters approved a plan Tuesday night to allow the town to spend more than allowed under the state constitution.
Wednesday, May 22 2013 12:16 AM EDT2013-05-22 04:16:47 GMT
Gil Lusk was elected to the Sahuarita Town Council on Tuesday night in a runoff election. The retired National Parks superintendent received 2,309 votes (62 percent) in defeating Raytheon engineer Joshua
Gil Lusk was elected to the Sahuarita Town Council on Tuesday night in a runoff election.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 11:21 PM EDT2013-05-22 03:21:18 GMT
It's easy to associate the words poor or poverty with the inner city. A new study by a non-profit shows a number of the poor live in suburban areas, including here in the Tucson metro area. The Brookings
The poverty numbers in the suburbs jump drastically.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 11:10 PM EDT2013-05-22 03:10:46 GMT
We have obtained copies of incident reports breaking down the number of assaults on the University of Arizona campus following an assault on Monday.Since 2009, university police say there have been 12
We have obtained copies of incident reports breaking down the number of assaults on the University of Arizona campus following an on-campus assault Monday.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 9:23 PM EDT2013-05-22 01:23:33 GMT
Photographs taken as evidence in the January 8, 2011, mass shooting here in Tucson were released on Tuesday. The Pima County Sheriff's Department released the photos, 581 of them. It's safe to say
Tuesday, May 21 2013 9:07 PM EDT2013-05-22 01:07:50 GMT
PHOENIX (Tucson News Now) - While the country waits for the grand prize winner of last Saturday's $590 million Powerball jackpot to come forward, a Phoenix nurse has claimed a $1 million runner-up prize. The
She was one of the runner-up winners in the recent record-breaking Powerball jackpot run.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 7:49 PM EDT2013-05-21 23:49:42 GMT
A house fire near Valencia and 6th Avenue has displaced six people this afternoon.According to Capt. Barrett Baker with the Tucson Fire Department, crews responded to the fire on Elvado around 2:30 p.m.
Inspectors have offically condemned the home, and the Red Cross is assisting.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 7:10 PM EDT2013-05-21 23:10:28 GMT
The Better Business Bureau and BBB Wise Giving Alliance have provided tips for the public to be wary of potential donation organization scams. In the wake of the devastation in Moore, Okla. this week, the
In the wake of the devastation in Moore, Okla. this week, the BBB says more people are likely to give but should research their options first.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 12:00 PM EDT2013-05-21 16:00:11 GMT
The new baby Mountain Lion has arrived at the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum and they need your help naming him. Tucson News Now is teaming up with the museum to name the new mountain lion. Our cameras
The new baby mountain lion has arrived at the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum and they need your help naming him.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 11:39 AM EDT2013-05-21 15:39:04 GMT
Residents will find out this evening how much more they will be paying for water in Tucson. The city council will decide on new rates and fees tonight. No matter what that Tucson water bill will be going
Residents will find out this evening how much more they will be paying for water in Tucson.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 11:23 AM EDT2013-05-21 15:23:31 GMT
In a few short hours the City of Tucson will decide how it is going to spend resident's tax dollars. The final budget should be approved at a meeting later this evening, with a final budget estimate of
In a few short hours the City of Tucson will decide how it is going to spend resident's tax dollars.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 9:45 AM EDT2013-05-21 13:45:56 GMT
Breaking news from Oklahoma, as the AP reports a revised death toll at 24 people. This is according to the Oklahoma medical examiner's office. A spokeswoman, Amy Elliot said Tuesday morning that she
Breaking news from Oklahoma, as the AP reports a revised death toll at 24 people. This is according to the Oklahoma medical examiner's office.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 8:35 AM EDT2013-05-21 12:35:30 GMT
More than 200 people continue to fight a wildfire northeast of Nogales. The Soldier Basin Fire was about four miles east of Nogales International Airport, in the Patagonia Mountains on Monday. It was
Some firefighting crews are clearing land, creating defensible space as other crews burn out brush and grass to deprive the fire of fuel.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 8:00 AM EDT2013-05-21 12:00:16 GMT
Tucson Water customers could see an increase in their bill in less than three months. Since the beginning of May Tucson Water has hosted rate town hall meetings. The second of the four was held at Quincie
Tucson Water holding town hall meetings on rate increase options.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 3:58 AM EDT2013-05-21 07:58:34 GMT
Tolleson Police have issued an Amber Alert for a missing 3-year-old Arizona girl.According to the police report, the suspect broke into the mother's residence of the child and sexually assaulted her at
Tolleson Police have issued an Amber Alert for a missing 3-year-old Arizona boy.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 2:26 AM EDT2013-05-21 06:26:09 GMT
A former Tucson police officer who was demoted after a racy photo scandal is fighting for her rank. Diana Lopez was demoted from lieutenant to sergeant after an internal affairs hearing earlier this year. According
Lopez is accused of sending racy photos and videos to her boyfriend, another police officer who was below her in rank but not in her direct chain of command.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 1:47 AM EDT2013-05-21 05:47:22 GMT
Police are searching for a suspect who is accused of sexually assaulting a female on The University of Arizona campus today. According to Joe Bermudez with UAPD, a male suspect approached a female just
A male suspect approached a female just before 12:30 Monday afternoon in the area of 4th Street and Highland Avenue. He apparently prevented her from entering her dorm and grabbed her thigh before leaving the scene in an unknown direction.
Tuesday, May 21 2013 1:21 AM EDT2013-05-21 05:21:10 GMT
An antibiotic so popular many people know it by name has some unpopular attention from the federal government. The Food and Drug Administration has said that this could be a matter of life and death for
An antibiotic so popular many people know it by name has some unpopular attention from the federal government. The Food and Drug Administration has said that this could be a matter of life and death for some patients who use azithromycin, which is also known as Zithromax or Z-pack.
Monday, May 20 2013 11:27 PM EDT2013-05-21 03:27:58 GMT
The idea is to really saturate the streets with cops, and that's exactly what's going to be happening across our community for the next two weeks. That said, you're going to want to buckle up every time
The idea is to really saturate the streets with cops, and that's exactly what's going to be happening across our community for the next two weeks.
Monday, May 20 2013 10:27 PM EDT2013-05-21 02:27:03 GMT
Pima Animal cares has 25,000 animals which pass through the facility each year. Licenses, adoption fees and other services don't make enough money to pay the bills. So the county takes $2 million out
Pima county will put a tentative approval on a $1.2 billion budget.
Monday, May 20 2013 9:47 PM EDT2013-05-21 01:47:12 GMT
The Speaker of the House of Representatives filed a brief for the potential practice of saying prayers at the opening of public meetings.According to a news release, Speaker Andy Tobin filed an amicus
Currently, each floor session of the House of Representatives begins with a prayer, followed by the Pledge of Allegiance to the U.S. flag.
Monday, May 20 2013 8:59 PM EDT2013-05-21 00:59:40 GMT
NOGALES, AZ (Tucson News Now) - A Mexican man is under arrest after Customs officers caught him with $106,893 in unreported cash at the port of entry. Customs and Border Protection officers and Border
A Mexican man is under arrest after Customs officers caught him with $106,893 in unreported cash at the port of entry.
Monday, May 20 2013 6:40 PM EDT2013-05-20 22:40:57 GMT
Campfire and smoking restrictions will be implemented in two Arizona national forests in anticipation of a dry and windy Memorial Day weekend. According to the Forest Service Department of Agriculture,
Southern Arizona is expected to experience Red Flag Warning conditions this weekend, prompting restrictions to help prevent fire opportunities.
Monday, May 20 2013 4:59 PM EDT2013-05-20 20:59:01 GMT
As states in the Midwest endure another day of severe weather, Tucson News Now is providing live coverage of the storms from CBS News and our sister stations in the region. We have live video coverage
As states in the Midwest endure another day of severe weather, Tucson News Now is providing live coverage of the storms from CBS News and our sister stations in the region.
A wildfire has burned approximately 3 square miles of grass and brush on ridges of the Coronado National Forest about a dozen miles from Nogales in rural Santa Cruz County in southern Arizona.
A wildfire has burned approximately 3 square miles of grass and brush on ridges of the Coronado National Forest about a dozen miles from Nogales in rural Santa Cruz County in southern Arizona.
Monday, May 20 2013 2:10 PM EDT2013-05-20 18:10:33 GMT
It has been a month since health departments across the nation suspended TB testing. Now the Pima County Health Department is resuming testing for TB today. This is a routine test many have to take
It has been a month since health departments across the nation suspended TB testing.
Monday, May 20 2013 1:03 PM EDT2013-05-20 17:03:38 GMT
Tucsonans have seen construction underway for the new court complex downtown and now a bit of ‘bling' is coming to the building. It's a piece of art set to distinguish the newest building from the other
It's a piece of art set to distinguish the newest building from the other court facilities in the downtown area, and it is called ‘Desert Mosaic'.
Monday, May 20 2013 11:37 AM EDT2013-05-20 15:37:30 GMT
College graduations may be smaller in the future, as new numbers show more high school graduates are skipping college and entering the job market. Graduations kick off this week in Tucson and surrounding
College graduations may be smaller in the future, as new numbers show more high school graduates are skipping college and entering the job market.
Monday, May 20 2013 10:28 AM EDT2013-05-20 14:28:20 GMT
Summer vacation is just a few days away that means it's time for high school students to put on their caps and gowns. Graduations across Tucson start today. Pantano High School kicks things off with
Summer vacation is just a few days away that means it's time for high school students to put on their caps and gowns.
Monday, May 20 2013 9:23 AM EDT2013-05-20 13:23:47 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.
Monday, May 20 2013 9:10 AM EDT2013-05-20 13:10:24 GMT
by myfoxphoenix.com PHOENIX - Two $1 million Powerball second prize winning tickets were sold in Arizona from Saturday night's draw for the record breaking $600 million Powerball jackpot. According
Two $1 million Powerball second prize winning tickets were sold in Arizona from Saturday night's draw for the record breaking $600 million Powerball jackpot.
Monday, May 20 2013 8:34 AM EDT2013-05-20 12:34:10 GMT
On Sunday May 19th, The Discover Channel premieres the new high-definition series 'North America'. In the Exclusive First Look Video saguaros are featured, as well as the flocks of sandhill cranes that
In the Exclusive First Look Video saguaros are featured, as well as the flocks of sandhill cranes that gather each winter in Southeast Arizona.
Monday, May 20 2013 1:17 AM EDT2013-05-20 05:17:13 GMT
The Pima County Sheriff's Department stated that a 21-year old female was reported missing near Tanque Verde and Sabino Canyon. Mary Pinda was seen leaving her home around 5:45 p.m. and usually walks
Sunday, May 19 2013 11:55 PM EDT2013-05-20 03:55:10 GMT
KINGMAN, Ariz. (AP) - Authorities are investigating the death of an inmate at a Mohave County jail. Mohave County sheriff's spokeswoman Trish Carter says the inmate died early Saturday after being discovered
Authorities are investigating the death of an inmate at a Mohave County jail.
Sunday, May 19 2013 11:50 PM EDT2013-05-20 03:50:38 GMT
WASHINGTON (AP) - Sunbathers this summer will find new sunscreen labels that are designed to make the products more effective and easier to use. But despite those long-awaited changes, many sunscreens
Sunbathers this summer will find new sunscreen labels that are designed to make the products more effective and easier to use.
Sunday, May 19 2013 10:17 PM EDT2013-05-20 02:17:50 GMT
We have learned new details in the case of a former Tucson Fire Captain accused of sexually assaulting one of his firefighters while on the clock. Roger Tamietti Junior -- who also goes by Sloan -- was
We have learned new details in the case of a former Tucson Fire Captain accused of sexually assaulting one of his firefighters while on the clock.
Sunday, May 19 2013 6:56 PM EDT2013-05-19 22:56:52 GMT
Source: News9.com
TOPEKA, Kan. (AP) - Authorities say tornadoes have touched down in Wichita, Kan., and a suburb of Oklahoma City but there are no immediate reports of injuries or significant damage. Sedgwick County, Kan.,
Authorities say tornadoes have touched down in Wichita, Kan., and a suburb of Oklahoma City but there are no immediate reports of injuries or significant damage.
Sunday, May 19 2013 6:45 PM EDT2013-05-19 22:45:25 GMT
By Phil Benson/KPHO A Phoenix police officer and a city firefighter died within six hours of each other from injuries suffered in two separate incidents, city officials said in a news briefing Sunday
A Phoenix police officer and a city firefighter died within six hours of each other from injuries suffered in two separate incidents, city officials said in a news briefing Sunday morning.
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.
