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Tucson News Today | 2 Min Now | The Daily News Now!
Hosted by Corey with the Story, Tucson News Today delivers daily coverage of everything happening in Tucson with fast, focused updates on local news, government, business, public safety, weather, and the stories shaping the community. From city developments to regional updates, the show keeps you informed on what matters most across Tucson. Each short episode highlights what matters most—including key updates, local trends, and stories shaping the city—produced by AI for speed, consistency, and…
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Arizona Heat Crisis Hits Record Levels | Tucson News
Arizona’s scorching heat is wreaking havoc this year, with over 3,000 ER visits tied to heat-related illnesses. This weekend shattered records—with…
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Missing 87-Year-Old in Pima County | Tucson News
Pima County Sheriff’s Department is urgently searching for 87-year-old Claudio F. Badilla, last seen July 30 at 7:20 AM on West Avenida Obregon. Standing 6…
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Tombstone High Offers Unique Paths to Success | Tucson News
Tombstone Unified School District is redefining graduation paths by offering flexible options—college, trade, military, or even joining the rare and nationally…
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Tucson Shooting Leaves Nine Wounded | Tucson News
A shocking shooting erupted in downtown Tucson on July 19th, leaving nine people wounded but no fatalities. The incident began when 21-year-old David Leroy…
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Arizona Heat Wave Warning | Tucson News
Southeast Arizona is bracing for a brutal heat wave with four straight days of extreme temps—highs hitting 110+ and nights barely dipping into the 80s…
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Furry Friends Ready for Forever Homes | Tucson News
Meet Maya, a lively one-year-old spaniel mix full of energy and cuddles, and Pretzel, a sweet seven-year-old poodle mix ready for a cozy forever home—both…
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Back to School Bash Brings Hope to Tucson | Tucson News
A Better Community’s fourth annual Back to School Bash in Tucson packed hundreds of students and families with backpacks, laptops, shoes, school supplies, food…
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Veteran Father Wrongly Flagged by School System | Tucson News
A Phoenix dad, a decorated combat medic, was banned from his daughter’s elementary school after an automated system flagged him as a sex offender — based…
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A-10 Warthog’s Final Flight from Tucson | Tucson News
The A-10 Warthog’s final flight from Davis-Monthan Air Force Base marks the end of an era for this legendary attack jet, which served with distinction for over…
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Swatting Led to Paralysis and Lawsuit | Tucson News
A 24-year-old man paralyzed by a SWAT team’s botched response to a fake 911 call is suing Pima County for $170 million—after warning authorities days earlier…
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Warthog’s Final Chapter at Davis-Monthan | Tucson News
The A-10 Warthog, the legendary “Thunderbolt-II” with its iconic 30mm Gatling gun and unmistakable “BRRRT” roar, is officially departing Davis-Monthan Air…
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Island Fire Destroys Key Arizona Bridge | Tucson News
A wildfire in Cibola, Arizona, has obliterated the Hart Mine Bridge — a vital link between Arizona and California — sparking alarm as it’s the second bridge to…
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U.S. Strikes Iran After Attack | Tucson News
U.S. military strikes hit Iranian targets after Tehran launched an attack on American forces, marking a major escalation after months of relative calm. Strikes…
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Toddler Declared Dead Then Revived | Tucson News
A toddler’s miraculous survival after being declared dead at a Super Bowl party in Arizona has led to prosecutors dropping criminal charges against his parents…
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Harry Mitchell, Tempe’s Longtime Leader, Passes | Tucson News
Tempe mourns the loss of Harry Mitchell, a beloved civic leader and educator whose decades of public service shaped the city and state. Former mayor from…
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Douglas Port Reopens with Cattle Safeguards | Tucson News
Douglas Port of Entry reopens August 31 after 15-month closure due to New World screwworm threat — cattle now face strict inspections, meds, and quarantine…
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Tucson Schools Cool Down for Better Learning | Tucson News
Tucson schools just dropped $29 million on new air conditioning — upgrading 31 campuses already, with 16 more coming soon, aiming for 50 by year’s end. It’s…
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Tucson Bars Team Up for Safer Nights | Tucson News
Downtown Tucson’s nightlife is getting a safety boost with Together Tucson — a bold, voluntary alliance of 17 bars and restaurants working together to ban…
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Tucson Shooting Stopped by Officer | Tucson News
A chilling mass shooting erupted in downtown Tucson on July 19th, when 21-year-old David Leroy French opened fire near Empire Pizza, injuring nine…
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Tanque Verde Road Closed After Crash | Tucson News
Traffic alert in Tucson: A two-car crash at the intersection of Tanque Verde Road and Dos Hombres Road has shut down westbound Tanque Verde starting at…
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Blood Shortage Crisis Demands Your Help | Tucson News
The American Red Cross is in crisis as blood and platelet donations plummet 25% nationwide, leaving hospitals dangerously short. Local donations in Southern…
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UA Bans Sigma Alpha Mu Until 2031 | Tucson News
The University of Arizona is banning Sigma Alpha Mu from campus recognition until 2031 after damning video evidence exposed brutal hazing—including burns…
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UA Takes Stronger Stance Against Hazing | Tucson News
The University of Arizona is cracking down hard on hazing after uncovering serious violations, launching bold new programs to protect students and foster a…
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TUSD Schools Upgrade Security with Cameras | Tucson News
Tucson Unified School District is launching a $13 million security camera initiative to digitally monitor every campus, enhancing safety and deterring…
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DGA Drops $10M to Save Hobbs | Tucson News
The Democratic Governors Association is pouring $10 million into Arizona’s gubernatorial race, betting big on Governor Katie Hobbs’ reelection against…
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Fauci Invokes Fifth Amendment | Tucson News
Dr. Fauci invoked his Fifth Amendment rights in a fiery congressional hearing, refusing to answer Senator Rand Paul’s aggressive questioning — which Paul…
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Schools Under Fire Over LGBTQ+ Incidents | Tucson News
Two schools are under federal scrutiny: one in Denver where a teacher allegedly forced same-sex students to kiss in class, leading to termination; another in…
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Kim Davis Faces Contempt Over Unpaid Judgment | Tucson News
Kim Davis, the controversial former county clerk who defied a court order in 2015 by refusing to issue marriage licenses, is facing fresh legal trouble—this…
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72-Year-Old Hiker Rescued on Mummy Mountain | Tucson News
A 72-year-old hiker got stuck on Mummy Mountain, dizzy and unable to descend, prompting a dramatic rescue with ropes, a hoist, and a helicopter. Though alert…
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Stop Identity Theft Before It Starts | Tucson News
Identity theft’s still a big deal, and AARP’s got your back with smart, simple steps to lock it down: audit your wallet (leave your Social Security card at…
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Shatner and Daughter Battle Cancer Together | Tucson News
Captain Kirk and his daughter Melanie both battled stage four cancer simultaneously—William with malignant melanoma spreading to his lungs and brain, Melanie…
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A New Home for Migrants in Nogales | Tucson News
Kino Border Initiative is building a Migrant Community Campus in Nogales to offer long-term stability, healing, and belonging for migrants staying months or…
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Freshman Academy: Building Bonds Before Classes | Tucson News
Desert View High School’s Freshman Academy is turning first-year nerves into confidence by grouping all new ninth graders together for core classes — creating…
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Library Upgrade Costs $400K | Tucson News
Walden Grove High just dropped $400K on a jaw-dropping library upgrade—brand-new desks, chairs, even private cubicles—part of a $50M school bond approved by…
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Small Plane Crashes Near Chandler Airport | Tucson News
Small Plane Crashes Near Chandler Airport | Tucson News
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Family Pushes for Safety After Helicopter Crash | Tucson News
A helicopter crash in Superior seven months ago claimed four lives, sparking a family’s powerful push for new federal legislation to regulate dangerous…
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DCS Failed to Protect Rebekah Baptiste | Tucson News
A wrongful death lawsuit blasts Arizona’s Department of Child Safety for allegedly ignoring a decade-long pattern of abuse and neglect that led to the death of…
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Mother of U.S. Citizens Arrested Outside Courthouse | Tucson News
A U.S.-born mother of three — who came to America at age four and has lived here for over 40 years — was arrested outside a Pima County courthouse while trying…
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Legacy Learning Opens in Oro Valley | Tucson News
A brand-new, ultra-supportive school for students with special needs just opened in Oro Valley, Arizona — Legacy Learning Community. With just 30 students max…
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New Interim Principal Takes Charge at Pueblo High | Tucson News
TUSD taps longtime educator Alma Mejia-Garcia as interim principal of Pueblo High, bringing calm amid an ongoing investigation into former principal Frank…
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Alma’s Courtroom Detention | Tucson News
A woman who’s lived in the U.S. since childhood ended up in ICE custody after going to court for a minor noise complaint—agents showed up outside the…
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Sisters Steal $75K from Ulta Stores | Tucson News
Two sisters, Ivonne and Yoraima Buitrago-Cabrera, are facing nine counts of organized retail theft after allegedly stealing over $75,000 worth of beauty…
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Plane Crash Near Chandler Airport | Tucson News
Plane Crash Near Chandler Airport | Tucson News
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Tucson Schools Target Absenteeism with Community Liaisons | Tucson News
Tucson Unified is tackling a crisis: nearly 44% of students are chronically absent—often with parental approval. To fix it, they’re deploying 37 community…
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Yuma Sirens Drill Alert | Tucson News
Sirens blaring in Yuma, AZ? Don’t panic — it’s a routine emergency drill by the Bureau of Reclamation testing their chlorine release alert system. Scheduled…
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Carl Kunasek: Arizona's Quiet Architect of Change | Tucson News
Arizona’s political legacy takes a solemn turn with the passing of Carl Kunasek at 94, a towering figure who shaped the state’s social safety net and presided…
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Kadyn Hysong Vaults History | Tucson News
Seventeen-year-old Kadyn Hysong just shattered Arizona’s pole vault record—clearing 18 feet, breaking a 27-year-old mark once held by his own Olympic gold…
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Pima County Names New Treasurer | Tucson News
Pima County has a new treasurer, Jorge Soto, a former Citi executive with a finance pedigree and LGBTQ advocacy experience, who was unanimously chosen to…
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Tragic Secondary Crash in Monsoon | Tucson News
A heroic truck driver, Timothy Patsalos, died after stopping to help in a rollover crash during a monsoon—only to be struck by a hydroplaning vehicle. His…
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Trump's Birthright Citizenship Bid Fails | Tucson News
Trump’s bid to end birthright citizenship for kids born to undocumented parents has officially hit a dead end—no Supreme Court rehearing request was filed…
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Pitchfork Stabbing in Lincolnton | Tucson News
A woman in Lincolnton, North Carolina, was stabbed multiple times with a pitchfork by a 29-year-old man, Nicholas Andrew Tompkins, who fled the scene but was…
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Pima County Appoints New Treasurer | Tucson News
Pima County’s new treasurer, Jorge Soto, took the reins Tuesday after being unanimously appointed by the Board of Supervisors — a move that comes on the heels…
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Arizona Heatwave Forces Grid Prep | Tucson News
Southern Arizona is gearing up for a brutal heatwave, with temps soaring to 110 degrees by the weekend — part of a sweeping extreme heat alert stretching from…
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Tucson Youth Shootings on the Rise | Tucson News
Tucson PD’s latest stats reveal a troubling trend: over 45% of last year’s shootings were committed by teens and young adults under 25, with violence already…
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Phoenix Family Dispute Ends in Tragedy | Tucson News
Phoenix Family Dispute Ends in Tragedy | Tucson News
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Missing Marana Woman with Dementia | Tucson News
A 75-year-old woman with dementia, Zona Elizabeth Fletcher, went missing near Trico and Avra Valley roads in Marana on July 28 around 2 PM. She’s 5’5”, weighs…
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Missing Woman with Dementia in Avra Valley | Tucson News
Missing Woman with Dementia in Avra Valley | Tucson News
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Wildcats Memory Lab Expands | Tucson News
The Wildcats Memory Lab at the University of Arizona is revolutionizing how we preserve personal history—digitizing photos, VHS tapes, and vinyl for over 500…
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Judge Strikes Down Arizona Union Ballot Measure | Tucson News
A Arizona judge has struck down a Republican-backed ballot measure aimed at crippling the state’s largest teachers’ union, ruling it unconstitutional for being…
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Honoring Buffalo Soldiers on Their Day | Tucson News
Today, July 28, we honor the Buffalo Soldiers—African American warriors who served with courage and sacrifice after the Civil War. In Sierra Vista, the…