Shows / Tucson News Today | 2 Min Now | The Daily News Now!
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…
Episodes
- Tucson News Today | 2 Min Now | The Daily News Now!
Marana Council Race Forum Guide | Tucson News
Five candidates are battling it out in the Marana Town Council race, with a crucial forum this Thursday at the Wheeler Taft Abbett Sr. Library — featuring…
- Tucson News Today | 2 Min Now | The Daily News Now!
Medicaid Ban Ends But States Can Still Block Access | Tucson News
A year-long federal ban on Medicaid funding for Planned Parenthood’s non-abortion services is set to expire July 4, forcing states to decide whether to restore…
- Tucson News Today | 2 Min Now | The Daily News Now!
Summer Food Rescue in Southern Arizona | Tucson News
Summer break means more hunger for families — but Arizona’s communities are stepping up with free school meals, nutrition kits, food pantries, and grocery…
- Tucson News Today | 2 Min Now | The Daily News Now!
Local Budgets Under Fire | Tucson News
South Tucson faces a $441,042 budget shortfall as it prepares to vote on a $7.5 million budget, considering tough moves like raising healthcare premiums…
- Tucson News Today | 2 Min Now | The Daily News Now!
Former Arizona Star Faces Fraud Charges | Tucson News
Former Arizona basketball star Kerr Kriisa faces federal fraud charges, accused of swindling millions from at least two victims over a four-year span — a…
- Tucson News Today | 2 Min Now | The Daily News Now!
Arizona's Oldest Public Pool Still Open | Tucson News
Arizona’s oldest public pool still open today? It’s the Tombstone Municipal Swimming Pool, built in 1883 by silver-mining tycoons as a luxury bathhouse with…
- Tucson News Today | 2 Min Now | The Daily News Now!
Travel Smart Stay Healthy | Tucson News
Summer travel’s heating up—and health pros have your back. Hand sanitizer is non-negotiable, but don’t stop there: prep your meds a week ahead, pack a full…
- Tucson News Today | 2 Min Now | The Daily News Now!
Dante's Tavern Closes After 13 Years | Tucson News
Dante’s Tavern is closing after 13 years in Tucson — but don’t pack your bags just yet. The beloved East Grant Road spot announced its shutdown via social…
- Tucson News Today | 2 Min Now | The Daily News Now!
Fill Backpacks, Fuel Futures | Tucson News
Don’t miss the Back-to-School Backpack SOS drive—running until July 26th—where Fry’s, The Salvation Army Tucson, and KGUN 9 are teaming up to fill backpacks…
- Tucson News Today | 2 Min Now | The Daily News Now!
Fire Engulfs Two Homes Near Palm Vista | Tucson News
Two homes near Palm Vista and Carapan caught fire in a fast-moving blaze that sent crews rushing to the scene—footage shows firefighters pulling someone from…
- Tucson News Today | 2 Min Now | The Daily News Now!
Phoenix Streets Named After Presidents | Tucson News
Ever drive through downtown Phoenix and wonder why so many streets are named after presidents? It’s not just coincidence—it’s history. When Arizona was still a…
- Tucson News Today | 2 Min Now | The Daily News Now!
Tucson Antique Mall Closes After 30 Years | Tucson News
Tucson’s beloved American Antique Mall, a 30-year institution, is shutting down next July due to the Grant Road widening project — but owner Dwight Schannep…
- Tucson News Today | 2 Min Now | The Daily News Now!
Dante's Tavern Closing After 13 Years | Tucson News
Dante’s Tavern is closing its doors after 13 years in Tucson, with July 19th as its final day — a bittersweet farewell for a beloved local staple that’s been…
- Tucson News Today | 2 Min Now | The Daily News Now!
Rattlesnakes on the Rise in Arizona | Tucson News
Monsoon season in Southern Arizona is bringing out the rattlesnakes—and they’re not here to play. With rain boosting their hydration and shedding cycles, these…
- Tucson News Today | 2 Min Now | The Daily News Now!
Fire Displaces Residents and Pets | Tucson News
A fire erupted early this morning near 11th Avenue and West Sahuaro Street, prompting a swift response from Tucson Fire Department crews. Thankfully, the blaze…
- Tucson News Today | 2 Min Now | The Daily News Now!
Shopping with a Purpose in Pima | Tucson News
Step into Treasures and More on East Pima Street — where every dollar spent or donated fuels a mission of real community impact. Run by Miracle Center and Gap…
- Tucson News Today | 2 Min Now | The Daily News Now!
Detained for Nine Months Despite Protected Status | Tucson News
A Venezuelan activist, Erianny Rodriguez Balza, was wrongfully detained for nine months in Arizona’s Eloy Detention Center despite having protected status — a…
- Tucson News Today | 2 Min Now | The Daily News Now!
A Veteran’s Journey Through War and Healing | Tucson News
An 80-year-old Vietnam veteran, Simon Sandoval, reflects on his harrowing journey from a young artilleryman to a survivor of war’s brutal toll. Wounded by a…
- Tucson News Today | 2 Min Now | The Daily News Now!
Sunnvale Fire Stalled by Salt Cedar | Tucson News
A wildfire in Dudleyville, Arizona, burning through six acres of dense salt cedar— an invasive, fire-prone plant—is 25% contained, with crews battling tough…
- Tucson News Today | 2 Min Now | The Daily News Now!
Motorcycle Crash Claims Life on Valencia | Tucson News
A tragic motorcycle crash on Valencia Road claimed the life of 34-year-old Alejandro Daniel Ruiz Leon after he collided with a left-turning pickup truck. His…
- Tucson News Today | 2 Min Now | The Daily News Now!
Three Heroes Lost in Wildfire Battle | Tucson News
Three brave wildland firefighters—Nick Hutcherson, Emily Barker, and Sydney Watson—perished while battling a deadly wildfire near the Colorado-Utah border…
- Tucson News Today | 2 Min Now | The Daily News Now!
Fatal Crash in Pima County | Tucson News
A fatal motorcycle crash in Pima County claims the life of 34-year-old Alejandro Daniel Ruiz Leon, who wasn’t wearing a helmet, while his helmeted passenger…
- Tucson News Today | 2 Min Now | The Daily News Now!
Heat Wave Then Storms in AZ | Tucson News
Southern Arizona braces for record-breaking heat with temps hitting 109°F in Tucson Tuesday and Wednesday under an Extreme Heat Warning — but don’t relax…
- Tucson News Today | 2 Min Now | The Daily News Now!
Fireworks Spark Brush Fire in Tucson | Tucson News
A brush fire erupted Saturday night near South Treat and East Thirty-Sixth, sparked by fireworks—evidence found right in the street. Tucson Fire Department…
- Tucson News Today | 2 Min Now | The Daily News Now!
Fireworks Spark Brush Fire in Tucson | Tucson News
A July 4th brush fire in Tucson erupted after 9 PM near South Treat Avenue, fueled by strong winds and sparked by fireworks—evidence found at the scene. Fire…
- Tucson News Today | 2 Min Now | The Daily News Now!
Marshall Gulch Trailhead Renovation Update | Tucson News
Marshall Gulch Trailhead on Mount Lemmon is shutting down its picnic area and parking lot starting July 6th for major renovations—expect a 3-week initial…
- Tucson News Today | 2 Min Now | The Daily News Now!
COOLTainer Brings Cool Relief to Pima County | Tucson News
Pima County just unveiled a new COOLTainer at Augie Acuña Los Niños Park — a repurposed shipping container turned air-conditioned cooling hub, stocked with…
- Tucson News Today | 2 Min Now | The Daily News Now!
Tucson Fireworks Go Drone | Tucson News
Tucson’s iconic Fourth of July fireworks over Sentinel Peak are officially retiring after this year’s dazzling finale — replaced next year by a cutting-edge…
- Tucson News Today | 2 Min Now | The Daily News Now!
Mission Garden Gets Historic Designation | Tucson News
Discover the ancient heart of Tucson at Mission Garden, a site farmed for over 4,000 years and now officially recognized on the National Register of Historic…
- Tucson News Today | 2 Min Now | The Daily News Now!
Five Shot in Glendale Shooting | Tucson News
Five Shot in Glendale Shooting | Tucson News
- Tucson News Today | 2 Min Now | The Daily News Now!
Extreme Heat Watch and Storms Ahead | Tucson News
Extreme heat is barreling into Tucson and western Pima County—with a watch in effect Tuesday through Wednesday, temps could hit 107°F or higher. Stay hydrated…
- Tucson News Today | 2 Min Now | The Daily News Now!
Extreme Heat Alert for Southern Arizona | Tucson News
Heatwave alert for Southern Arizona as temps soar to 108 degrees Tuesday and Wednesday under an Extreme Heat Watch — stay hydrated, avoid outdoor heat, and…
- Tucson News Today | 2 Min Now | The Daily News Now!
Tucson’s Final Fireworks Show | Tucson News
Tucson’s iconic Fourth of July fireworks over A Mountain are officially retiring after nearly 40 years, capped by a dazzling 250th-anniversary finale with…
- Tucson News Today | 2 Min Now | The Daily News Now!
Shooting at Glendale Westgate | Tucson News
Shots fired in Glendale’s Westgate Entertainment District around 9 PM—no lives lost, but injuries are serious. Police believe this wasn’t random; the suspects…
- Tucson News Today | 2 Min Now | The Daily News Now!
Tragic Crash on Yuma Street Leaves One Dead | Tucson News
Tragic Crash on Yuma Street Leaves One Dead | Tucson News
- Tucson News Today | 2 Min Now | The Daily News Now!
Tragic Crash at Davis-Monthan Base | Tucson News
A heartbreaking crash at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base claims the life of 20-year-old Taleah Natasha Reese in a rollover just after 1 AM near Yuma Street. The…
- Tucson News Today | 2 Min Now | The Daily News Now!
Mount Lemmon Celebrates 250 Years of Independence | Tucson News
Celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence with the 53rd annual Summerhaven Fourth of July Parade on Mount Lemmon—where cool mountain…
- Tucson News Today | 2 Min Now | The Daily News Now!
Missing Tucson Man Needs Your Help | Tucson News
Tucson police are urgently searching for 22-year-old Tyrone Lewis, a vulnerable adult last seen July 4th near South Campbell Ave and East Bilby Rd, wearing a…
- Tucson News Today | 2 Min Now | The Daily News Now!
Citizenship Under the Cacti | Tucson News
Fifteen new U.S. citizens swore their oath under the Sonoran Desert sky at Saguaro National Park West — a powerful symbol of freedom on America’s 250th…
- Tucson News Today | 2 Min Now | The Daily News Now!
Dehumanizing Immigrants at 250 | Tucson News
The White House’s recent rhetoric dehumanizing immigrants as “non-human” invaders clashes violently with America’s founding as a nation built by immigrants—and…
- Tucson News Today | 2 Min Now | The Daily News Now!
Pima County Treasurer Race Heats Up | Tucson News
Pima County’s search for a new treasurer heats up as nine candidates, all Democrats, vie to fill the vacancy left by Brian Johnson’s resignation amid…
- Tucson News Today | 2 Min Now | The Daily News Now!
Shelter Reopens Amid Distemper Recovery | Tucson News
Pima Animal Care Center is back to full operations after a distemper outbreak forced a temporary shutdown, just in time for the busy Fourth of July weekend…
- Tucson News Today | 2 Min Now | The Daily News Now!
Happy 4th of July! - A message of Corey
Happy 4th of July! - A message of Corey
- Tucson News Today | 2 Min Now | The Daily News Now!
Tragic Crash Closes I-10 Overnight | Tucson News
Two lives were lost in a devastating crash on Interstate 10 eastbound on Friday night, July 3rd, forcing a full highway shutdown until early Saturday morning…
- Tucson News Today | 2 Min Now | The Daily News Now!
Heat Then Rain This Week | Tucson News
Get ready for a wild weather ride next week — start with cool, partly cloudy skies and perfect fireworks weather, then buckle up for a heatwave hitting Sunday…
- Tucson News Today | 2 Min Now | The Daily News Now!
Liquor License Denied Near Navajo Nation | Tucson News
Arizona’s liquor board just denied a gas station’s bid to sell alcohol near Navajo Nation lands — a 5-1 vote that echoes a decade-old battle over public…
- Tucson News Today | 2 Min Now | The Daily News Now!
Sahuarita Road Closure After Nighttime Crash | Tucson News
Sahuarita Road and Rinconado are shut down after a serious vehicle collision—traffic diverted, deputies investigating, stay clear if heading eastbound on I-10…
- Tucson News Today | 2 Min Now | The Daily News Now!
Tucson Turns Soccer Into Community | Tucson News
Tucson is turning into a global soccer hub as local spots like the Lost Barrio Gallery host lively World Cup watch parties, uniting fans from all walks of life…
- Tucson News Today | 2 Min Now | The Daily News Now!
Democratic Socialists Win, But What Does It Mean? | Tucson News
Democratic socialists are winning elections across the country—including in Arizona’s Tempe—sparking debate within the Democratic Party. State Senator Analise…
- Tucson News Today | 2 Min Now | The Daily News Now!
I-10 Eastbound Shutdown Near Vail | Tucson News
Major shutdown on I-10 eastbound near Vail, Arizona, after a crash completely blocks lanes—ADOT and DPS urge drivers to brace for delays, seek alternate…
- Tucson News Today | 2 Min Now | The Daily News Now!
Tucson Ends Fireworks Era with Drones | Tucson News
Tucson is bidding farewell to its iconic Fourth of July fireworks at ‘A’ Mountain — the final blast set for this year — as the city prepares to launch a…
- Tucson News Today | 2 Min Now | The Daily News Now!
Murder-Suicides Surge in Phoenix | Tucson News
Seven murder-suicides have rocked the Phoenix area since March 30th, hitting neighborhoods from Mesa to Glendale—and victims aren’t always family. Forensic…
- Tucson News Today | 2 Min Now | The Daily News Now!
Car Crash Sparks Brush Fire Near Green Valley | Tucson News
A car flipped and burst into flames Friday afternoon near Green Valley, igniting a brush fire that spread over 20 yards by 75 yards. Fire crews raced to the…
- Tucson News Today | 2 Min Now | The Daily News Now!
Desert Farms Go High-Tech with Wireless Towers | Tucson News
In the desert near Yuma, Arizona, a revolutionary network of 34 high-tech wireless towers is being built to transform farming—delivering real-time crop data…
- Tucson News Today | 2 Min Now | The Daily News Now!
Eagle Rescue and Foster Nest Drama | Tucson News
A tiny bald eaglet in Arizona swallowed a fishing hook, requiring emergency surgery to save its life. After a successful procedure, the young bird was placed…
- Tucson News Today | 2 Min Now | The Daily News Now!
OHV Deaths Surge This Year | Tucson News
Off-highway vehicle deaths surged 127% this year, with over 600 fatalities—more than double last year—and the Fourth of July alone saw nearly 70 deaths…
- Tucson News Today | 2 Min Now | The Daily News Now!
Tucson Guard Attacked by Four Suspects | Tucson News
A Tucson security guard was attacked by four men near a gas station when he confronted them for trespassing— one swung at him, others joined in, and one even…
- Tucson News Today | 2 Min Now | The Daily News Now!
Bride Lands Presidential Suite | Tucson News
A bride-to-be named Olivia Coppeletti pulled off an unexpected win when she emailed the Arizona Cardinals asking if she could have the presidential suite at…
- Tucson News Today | 2 Min Now | The Daily News Now!
America's Hot Dog Wars | Tucson News
Hot dogs aren’t just franks in buns—they’re America’s ultimate regional food wars. From New York’s briny “dirty water dogs” to Chicago’s no-ketchup rule, every…
- Tucson News Today | 2 Min Now | The Daily News Now!
Tech Saves City From Wrong-Way Driver | Tucson News
A reckless driver barreled the wrong way on McQueen Road—thanks to real-time city cameras and quick police action, no one got hurt. Officers tracked the…