Updated: Sep. 26, 2018 at 1:25 PM MST
|By Jordan Glenn
No arrests have been made at this time and the investigation is ongoing.
Updated: Sep. 13, 2018 at 1:34 PM MST
|By Jordan Glenn
The original Tucson Tamale Company location is closing after more than a decade.
Updated: Sep. 3, 2018 at 1:55 PM MST
|By Jordan Glenn
Colin Kaepernick is returning to the spotlight. On the 30th anniversary of their "Just Do It" campaign, Nike announced that Kaepernick, the former NFL player and activist, will be the new face of the Nike brand. Kaepernick tweeted "Believe in something, even if it means sacrificing everything" on Monday, announcing his involvement. Despite his league-wide influence on the national anthem protests in the NFL, Kaepernick has not played for a team since 2016. Be...
Updated: Aug. 30, 2018 at 3:07 PM MST
|By Jordan Glenn
Shortly after transferring to the University of Indiana, former Arizona Wildcat Brandon Dawkins says he's taking a break from the game. The quarterback announced his decision to leave the game in an Instagram post on Wednesday. In the post, Dawkins reminisced on his football career and the joyful opportunities the sport provided him throughout his life. Admittedly, he said football no longer brings him the joy that it once did and that he has suffered from depression in recent ...
Updated: Aug. 27, 2018 at 3:41 PM MST
|By Jordan Glenn
According to Sgt. Chriswell Scott with the Marana Police Department, there was a cost savings to switch to a solid color from the black/white paint scheme they had used previously. On Monday, the first of the newly designed patrol cars was put into service.
Updated: Aug. 27, 2018 at 1:46 PM MST
|By Jordan Glenn
An man was airlifted and transported to a nearby hospital Monday morning after becoming injured while hiking in Oro Valley. The 51-year-old man, an alleged experienced hiker, fell and injured himself while hiking the Linda Vista Trail in Oro Valley on Sunday. Without a cell phone, the hiker remained on the trail overnight until his work called police when he did not show up Monday morning. He was later found by another hiker and treated by Golder Ranch Fire and Oro Valley Pol...
Updated: Aug. 26, 2018 at 11:55 AM MST
|By Jordan Glenn
The Tucson Police Department blocked off parts of Christopher Columbus Park Sunday morning According to TPD, detectives are searching the lake for evidence related to a previous case, not from this morning. There is no estimated time of reopening. Copyright 2018 Tucson News Now. All rights reserved.
Updated: Aug. 24, 2018 at 1:36 PM MST
|By Jordan Glenn
The Mesa Police Department and the FBI's Violent Crimes Task Force is seeking the public's assistance to help identify the "Wiggin' Out Bandit". This disguised individual is suspected of robbing or attempting to rob nearly a dozen banks since March 27. Four of the bank robberies happened within the last week, with the most recent bank robbery happening on Thursday at the U.S. Bank on 18495 E. Queen Creek Rd. The suspect was dubbed the "Wiggin' Out...
Updated: Aug. 24, 2018 at 11:56 AM MST
|By Jordan Glenn
Things are looking up for Tucson job seekers. During a press conference on Friday, Gov. Doug Ducey announced that the Indian engineering firm Axiscades will bring 300 new jobs to the area over the next five years. According to their website, the company provides engineering services to aerospace, heavy engineering, automotive and industrial products sectors. In his speech, Gov. Ducey suggested that their most popular customer in Arizona will be Caterpillar, due to their need for mi...
Updated: Aug. 23, 2018 at 5:55 PM MST
|By Jordan Glenn
The Pima County Sheriff's Department arrested a man who was caught impersonating law enforcement. Bryan Watmore of Tucson was arrested and booked into jail Thursday morning on two counts of impersonating a law enforcement officer.
Updated: Aug. 23, 2018 at 10:04 AM MST
|By Jordan Glenn
An increase in crime has forced the U.S. State Department to issue a travel warning for several locations in Mexico, including some popular tourist destinations. Issued on Wednesday, the advisory noted that violent crimes were widespread in the country. Travelers are urged to exercise increased caution when traveling to Colima, Guerrero, Michoacan, Sinaloa, Tamaulipas. While less common, violent crime in popular tourist destinations such as Cancun and Cozumel have been on the rise ...
Updated: Aug. 22, 2018 at 11:23 AM MST
|By Jordan Glenn
Tucson police responded to a shooting at a midtown apartment complex early Tuesday morning.
Updated: Aug. 21, 2018 at 11:20 AM MST
|By Jordan Glenn
Tucson International Airport made another big announcement at a press conference Tuesday morning, expanding their airline network even more.
Updated: Aug. 20, 2018 at 6:59 AM MST
|By Jordan Glenn
A family was displaced from their home on Sunday night after a nearby travel trailer caught fire and spread to their mobile home. Northwest Fire crews responded to a mobile home fire at 10:40 Sunday night in the 5600 block of N La Cholla Boulevard. A travel trailer was completely destroyed and the fire extended to the nearby home, according to fire officials. Quick work by the crews saved the home but three people and two dogs were displaced. The Red Cross is currently assist...
Updated: Aug. 16, 2018 at 3:49 PM MST
|By Jordan Glenn
The Tucson Police Department is reporting westbound Grant Road is back open.
Updated: Aug. 16, 2018 at 1:28 PM MST
|By Jordan Glenn
Tucson police officers are responding to reports of a man who was shot behind a Circle K near Sixth Avenue and Speedway Boulevard. Officer on the scene said the injuries appear to be serious. Police are focusing their investigation on North Ferro Ave. which is right next to the circle K.
Updated: Aug. 8, 2018 at 1:53 PM MST
|By Jordan Glenn
The Pima County Sheriff's Department and their canine companions are gathering at local Baskin-Robbins locations on Wednesday night for a special cause. Deputies will be scooping ice cream and donating 20% of the day's sales to the Special Olympics. Anyone from the community can stop by and say hello to deputies, corrections officers, the Therapy Canine Team, and McGruff the Crime Dog.
Updated: Aug. 7, 2018 at 12:04 PM MST
|By Jordan Glenn
Welcome back to the national spotlight Arizona Wildcats! Less than a month before their first game, quarterback Khalil Tate graced the cover of Sports Illustrated, being touted as "the Nation's best QB." The sports magazine even went as far as to say he should be handed the Heisman Trophy now, usually awarded to the best player in college football. This is the fifth time in 2018 that a University of Arizona athlete, both present and past, have been featured on the cover. ...
Updated: Aug. 6, 2018 at 5:08 PM MST
|By Jordan Glenn
The Pima County Sheriff's Department said the call came in just after 10 a.m. Monday, when an 18 year-old woman was found dehydrated about four miles away from the trailhead. She had been hiking with three other people.
Updated: Aug. 4, 2018 at 12:00 AM MST
|By Jordan Glenn
The PCSD said Donald Gene Williams was found on Orange Grove Road at 3 p.m. Friday, Aug. 3.
Updated: Aug. 3, 2018 at 9:39 PM MST
|By Jordan Glenn
A car crash late Friday night is causing traffic delays. Country Club between Blacklidge and Fort Lowell is closed due to a two-vehicle collision that struck power poles.
Updated: Aug. 3, 2018 at 8:49 PM MST
|By Jordan Glenn
Original Story: Man dies in shooting near Tucson Hookah Lounge Copyright Tucson News Now 2018
Updated: Jul. 26, 2018 at 8:47 PM MST
|By Jordan Glenn
Big news for Arizona Wildcat football fans this week.
Updated: Jul. 20, 2018 at 12:11 PM MST
|By Jordan Glenn
Tucson Airport Authority is hiring for several open positions.
Updated: Jul. 20, 2018 at 10:48 AM MST
|By Jordan Glenn
Costco's across the country will look a little different this summer. The warehouse retailer announced that their food court will no longer carry the popular polish dog at a majority of its locations. The reason? A push toward healthier food choices. In addition to the polish dog, the mixed berry sundae has been replaced with an açai fruit bowl, with organic burgers and plant-based protein salads making a place for themselves on the menu as well. While Costco members ...
Updated: Jul. 17, 2018 at 10:32 PM MST
|By Jordan Glenn
TFD units transported an elderly female this morning to Banner South Campus after she was stung over 100 times by a swarm of bees.
Updated: Jul. 13, 2018 at 11:48 AM MST
|By Jordan Glenn
A train derailment on Tuesday has now become a narcotics investigation, according to the Marana Police Department.
Updated: Jul. 12, 2018 at 12:05 PM MST
|By Jordan Glenn
Hundreds of people were turned away Thursday after a one-day sale at the Build-A-Bear Workshop was shut down due to long lines and safety concerns.
Updated: Jul. 10, 2018 at 11:38 AM MST
|By Jordan Glenn
Owner of the Arizona Cardinals, Michael Bidwill, is in the hot seat after voicing support for Trump's SCOTUS nominee on the team's official Twitter account. The statement issued by the team Monday night, acknowledges that Bidwill and Judge Brett Kavanaugh attended the same high school together and that, "Bidwill and his fellow Georgetown Prep alumni are reaching out to those deciding on Kavanaugh’s candidacy, sending a letter vouching for his character." The con...
Updated: Jul. 9, 2018 at 5:21 PM MST
|By Jordan Glenn
The wildfire burning southeast of Sasabe, known as the Cumero fire is at 3,825 acres and is 40 percent contained according to the U.S. Forest Service.
Updated: Jul. 9, 2018 at 9:41 AM MST
|By Jordan Glenn
Tucson Electric and Power is reporting a power outage on the south side. Nearly 2,000 residents between W. Ajo Way and Drexel Rd. have lost power in the area. TEP says they are working to determine the cause of the power outage. Copyright Tucson News Now 2018
Updated: Jul. 6, 2018 at 8:52 AM MST
|By Jordan Glenn
Former Arizona Wildcat quarterback and 2018 Super Bowl MVP, Nick Foles, can now claim a new title--New York Times best-selling author.
Updated: Jul. 5, 2018 at 5:55 PM MST
|By Jordan Glenn
The Oro Valley police department detained an unusual suspect Thursday morning. Officers with the OVPD were tasked with catching an emu that was found running loose in a neighborhood. There is no information yet available on where the emu came from. Oro Valley Police Department Copyright 2018 Tucson News Now. All rights reserved.
Updated: Jun. 26, 2018 at 12:55 PM MST
|By Jordan Glenn
It's sometimes difficult to be a chocolatier in southern Arizona. Due to the long days and 100 degree temperatures, Monsoon Chocolate on E. 22nd St., will be closing for the foreseable future. In a Facebook post, the bakery announced that due to climate control issues in the building, they will have to close their cafe. Known for their rich chocolate bars and beautifully decorated baked goods, Monsoon Chocolate says they will still produce chocolate, bread, and pastries for their w...
Updated: Jun. 21, 2018 at 11:44 AM MST
|By Jordan Glenn
Multiple Tucson Fire Department units responded to the area of Oracle and Limberlost after bees stung several people on Wednesday afternoon.
Updated: Jun. 18, 2018 at 11:18 PM MST
|By Jordan Glenn
Just days before the 2018 NBA Draft, former Arizona Basketball star Deandre Ayton has signed his first endorsement deal.
Updated: Jun. 16, 2018 at 1:33 PM MST
|By Jordan Glenn
The intersection of W. 36th street and La Cholla Boulevard is closed in all directions due to a crash. The Tucson Police Department says there is currently no estimated time of reopening. Commuters are asked to avoid the area. Copyright Tucson News Now 2018
Updated: Jun. 15, 2018 at 1:01 PM MST
|By Jordan Glenn
There is a vehicle rollover on an I-10 frontage road near Twin Peaks that has resulted in closures to the westbound, east side frontage road.
Updated: Jun. 14, 2018 at 12:05 PM MST
|By Jordan Glenn
A man accused of killing a couple while intoxicated in 2016 has been convicted.
Updated: Jun. 4, 2018 at 3:06 PM MST
|By Jordan Glenn
Tucsonans will be a able to beat the heat this summer thanks to a new water playground in midtown.
Updated: May. 31, 2018 at 5:28 PM MST
|By Jordan Glenn
Two "serial armed robbers" were arrested by the Tucson Police Department earlier this month.
Updated: May. 24, 2018 at 11:58 AM MST
|By Jordan Glenn
A former prison guard was sentenced to jail Thursday morning for the sexual abuse of an inmate.
Updated: May. 22, 2018 at 1:31 PM MST
|By Jordan Glenn
A dolphin at the popular Dolphinaris Interaction facility has died.
Updated: May. 17, 2018 at 1:08 PM MST
|By Jordan Glenn
The Arizona Game and Fish Department received reports of a bear at Red Mountain Ranch Country Club in Mesa on Wednesday.
Updated: May. 15, 2018 at 2:07 PM MST
|By Jordan Glenn
A local artist is taking Tucson's mural scene up to another level. It's a mural that comes to life.
Updated: Apr. 27, 2018 at 12:19 PM MST
|By Jordan Glenn
Samford graduate transfer Justin Coleman announced on Twitter that he will play for Arizona next season.
Updated: Apr. 24, 2018 at 1:43 PM MST
|By Jordan Glenn
Bob Dorough, composer of the catchy 'Schoolhouse Rock' songs, has died at age 94.
Updated: Apr. 24, 2018 at 11:44 AM MST
|By Jordan Glenn
Officers from the Pima County Sheriff's Department took two suspects into custody Tuesday morning after receiving calls of an attempted vehicle theft.
Updated: Apr. 19, 2018 at 2:37 PM MST
|By Jordan Glenn
After more than 30 years, alligators have arrived at the Reid Park Zoo.
Updated: Apr. 19, 2018 at 10:43 AM MST
|By Jordan Glenn
Gov. Doug Ducey signed House Bill 2588 on Tuesday, which will assign a fine of $250 to anyone who is caught misrepresenting their pet as a service animal.