Pima County measles update: Health Department planning mobile school vaccination clinics
There are currently no reported cases of measles in Arizona, but the Health Department is advising increasing vaccinations in the event of an outbreak.
Pima County Board of Supervisors reviews federal funding freeze impact
Officials warn that paused grants and funding cuts could impact essential county programs.
Mental illness put Pat Grenier in crisis. The system put him in jail
Navigating inadequate public healthcare, court, and incarceration systems exposes Pima County's heavy reliance on punitive measures for individuals with mental illness, highlighting the systemic failure to provide proper care and support.
Pima County publishes 2023 Multi-Species Conservation Plan report
The county’s latest report highlights habitat protection, invasive species removal and wildlife monitoring.
Pima County reviews $150 million federal grants at risk amid funding freeze
County officials assess potential financial losses, job impacts and budget adjustments.
Deputy sentenced to one year in jail in high-profile Pima Sheriff’s rape case
“I’m in a million pieces,” the victim told the judge.
$68 million in Pima County grants under review amid Trump’s executive order
Federal grant funding for infrastructure, environmental projects and aid programs remains uncertain.
Pima County to release legal guidance on federal law enforcement access
The newly released memo clarifies federal law enforcement access to county facilities and employee protections.
Arizona animal shelters open doors to dogs displaced by California wildfires
Humane Society of Southern Arizona and Pima Animal Care Center collaborate to find homes for 70 rescue dogs as adoption fees are waived.
Pima County closing centers for asylum seekers
The closures are due to new orders from the Trump Administration.
Progress on Interstate 11 in AZ on hold after lawsuit deal
A stay in a court case means environmental reports will be re-examined.
New data shows more Tucson women, children without homes in 2024
There was a slight decrease in overall homelessness in Pima County last year, but an increase in women and young people without stable housing.
Tohono O’odham Nation gains co-stewardship over sacred lands
The Tohono O’odham Nation and the Bureau of Land Management agree to co-steward the Baboquivari National Wilderness.
AZ home affordability improves, still out of reach for average wage-earner
Data shows average wage-earners would still be cost-burdened with a median-priced home purchase.
The Buzz: Catching up with some of our 2024 interviewees
We check back in on four stories we covered this year to see how they are doing.
