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Jurors in the George Alan Kelly case murder trial visited the Kino Springs ranch on April 12, 2024, where officials found the body of Gabriel Cuen Buitimea last year.

Jury visits a ranch near US-Mexico border where an Arizona man is charged with killing a migrant

Apr 12, 2024 The case in Nogales, Arizona, has attracted national attention as border security becomes an increasingly important issue in this year’s presidential contest.
White flowers are planted around the historic fountain in front of the Old Main building on the University of Arizona campus.

Man who threatened UA mass shooting pleads guilty

Apr 12, 2024 Michael Pengchung Lee sent threatening messages to members of Greek life last October.
Vice President Kamala Harris speaks in Tucson about abortion and reproductive rights. April 12, 2024

Days after abortion ruling: Vice President Harris visits AZ to discuss access

Apr 12, 2024 She says the Arizona Supreme Court ruling on abortion puts women in the state under one of the most "extreme" abortion bans in the U.S.
A picnic area has been closed during an eradication effort at this site in Pima County.

The Buzz: Invasive plants and wildfire danger

Apr 12, 2024 Arizona's increasing risk of wildfire and encroaching invasive plants are putting native plants in peril.
More than one-third of households in Tucson are considered housing cost burdened.

AZ bill targets squatters: Owners could call police for immediate removal

Apr 11, 2024 The bill is headed up to the governor's desk for final approval.
The seal of Cochise County.

Cochise County finds two sealed mail-in ballots from 2022 election in ballot drop off bag

Apr 11, 2024 A county investigation will bring some changes to ballot chain of custody.
Amistades staff working in a community garden in Douglas, Ariz.

By Latinos, for Latinos, Amistades Receives $500,000 grant from EPA for climate justice initiative

Apr 11, 2024 Justicia Juntos or Justice Together, looks to raise awareness and provide education on climate resilience.

Hours after near-total ban upheld: Providers in AZ abortion clinic fear for patients' lives

Apr 10, 2024 On Tuesday, the Arizona Supreme Court upheld a Civil War-era law that bans nearly all abortions, except to save the life of a pregnant person.
Arizona State Rep. Stephanie Stahl Hamliton, D, speaks on floor at the Capitol, Wednesday, April 10, 2024, in Phoenix. The Arizona Supreme Court ruled Tuesday that the state can enforce its long-dormant law criminalizing all abortions except when a mother's life is at stake.

Shouts of ‘Shame! Shame!’ erupt in Arizona House as fight over abortion ban engulfs lawmakers

Apr 10, 2024 State legislators convened as pressure mounted from Democrats and some Republicans, including former President Donald Trump, for them to intervene.

Man convicted of killing 6-year-old Tucson girl sentenced to natural life in prison

Apr 10, 2024 Two months ago, the 42-year-old was found guilty of first-degree murder, kidnapping and burglary in the death of Isabel Celis, who vanished from her parents’ home in 2012.
The Environmental Protection Agency lashed out against critics of its decision to ease enforcement of some reporting requirements during the COVID-19 pandemic, saying the policy had been distorted by opponents. But environmental groups were not convinced, saying it creates a “catch me if you can” situation for polluters.

EPA takes bold action against PFAS contamination

Apr 10, 2024 New standards promise safer drinking water for millions, marking a significant victory in environmental health
City of Tucson's council chambers in downtown.

Tucson City Council not ready to call for Gaza ceasefire

Apr 9, 2024 Councilmembers held a study session discussion on a potential ceasefire resolution on Tuesday.

AZ Supreme Court lets abortion ban stand

Apr 9, 2024 The 4-2 decision puts an 1864 law into effect.
A view from the Atascosa Borderlands in the Coronado National Forest.

Coronado National Forest launches Cochran Fellowship Program

Apr 9, 2024 Cross-border collaborative training in southeastern Arizona
A group of three watch the solar eclipse in Tucson, Ariz., on Monday, April 8, on the University of Arizona campus mall.

Sun, moon, and spectacle: Thousands flock to UA mall for solar eclipse

Apr 8, 2024 The last total solar eclipse that could be seen in the United States was in 2017.
George Alan Kelly during opening statements, on March 22, 2024, at trial where he's being charged with second degree murder and aggravated assault.

The trial of an Arizona border rancher charged with killing a migrant has reached the halfway point

Apr 8, 2024 The judge denied a request by news media to accompany jurors on the visit to 75-year-old George Alan Kelly's ranch.

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