Pima County Transition Center sees 1,100 people in first year
The facility was designed to reduce re-arrests and increase court dates for people charged with low-level misdemeanors.
Judge says Pima County Sheriff’s Department must clarify policy on protest attire
Both sides are calling the ruling a win.
Pima County Democrats back Republican Heather Lappin as Sheriff Nanos faces potential censure for election interference
Nanos released a four-page statement in response to the motion.
AZ Supreme Court Justice Clint Bolick faces complaint over alleged judicial conduct violation
Bolick is under fire for allegedly violating judicial conduct rules at a Republican Party event.
Union leader sues Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos over suspension
Aaron Cross claims the Sheriff violated his constitutional rights.
Pima County Jail Inmate dies during surgery
No suspicious circumstances have been reported so far.
Man facing 292 years in prison walks free
Atdom Patsalis received one of the longest sentences for non-violent property crimes in Arizona history.
AZ Police Association backs Democrat Ruben Gallego in U.S. Senate race
The endorsement comes days after Arizona Police Association President Justin Harris endorsed former President Donald Trump on stage in Glendale.
Ex-officer convicted in George Floyd's killing is moved to new prison
Derek Chauvin is now housed at the Federal Correctional Institution in Big Spring, Texas. He was previously held in Tucson, Arizona.
Pima County launches website to help residents resolve warrants without arrest
The webpage breaks down how to deal with warrants as well as court information.
Pima County celebrates eight GED’s awarded through adult education program
Recipients overcame significant life challenges including drug addiction and homelessness.
Man who threatened UA mass shooting pleads guilty
Michael Pengchung Lee sent threatening messages to members of Greek life last October.
Supervisors hesitant on new jail commission
Board members said the county has limited jurisdiction when it comes to criminal justice reform.
Lesher: Past criminal justice reform efforts will shape new jail commission
The Pima County Administrator told the Board of Supervisors over the weekend that she is assembling a team of county staff to review justice reform efforts from at least the last seven years.
County releases data on the first six months of jail Transition Center
The Transition Center is part of the county’s effort to reduce recidivism
