Judge Rejects Arizona Prisoner's Bid To Delay Execution

Frank Atwood, convicted of killing a little girl in Tucson in 1984, said that a spinal condition would make the execution cruel and unusual.

Tucson Police Say No Suspects Being Sought In Raytheon Shooting Death

An employee of the company was found shot to death on Sunday night. Police would not confirm nor deny reports of suicide.

Man Crashed Stolen Truck Into Circle K, Police Want Help Finding Him

After crashing into the locked building, the man stole merchandise, a register and an employee's purse, according to police.

Man Shot And Killed Outside Tucson Motel Room: Police

The suspected shooter was a man in his 30s who was seen running from the area, police said. Anyone with information is asked to report it.

Second Execution Within A Month Set For June 8 in Arizona

Frank Atwood, who was convicted of raping and murdering an 8-year-old girl in 1984, was denied clemency this week.

Black Bear Spotted In Catalina Foothills: AZ Fish And Game Department

The bear has been spotted near Tucson twice so far this week, but officials say it does not seem menacing.

ATF And Other Agencies Offering $5K Reward For Info About Marana Fires

Authorities said the fires last Friday destroyed 12 homes that were under construction, though nobody was hurt.

Missing BLM Firefighter Found Dead In Sierra Vista: Police

The Bureau of Land Management Firefighter from Nevada was found dead Tuesday afternoon in a desert area near the Sierra Vista Walmart.

Tucson Man Gets 30 Months In Jail For Human Smuggling

Andrew Ryan Lonzinski was arrested in 2021 for trying to transport five undocumented noncitizens. He also led police on a high-speed chase.

Fire That Damaged 14 Homes In Marana Being Investigated: Police

The fire that burned 14 homes Friday night that were under construction is being investigated as possible arson, according to police.

Tucson High Counselor Accused Of Sexual Conduct With A Student: Police

The 29-year-old counselor is accused of having an inappropriate relationship with a 15-year-old student, according to Tucson police.

1 Woman Killed, Another Injured In Tucson Shooting: Police

The woman killed in the early Wednesday morning shooting on Fort Lowell Road near Stone Avenue was only 18 years old.

Tucson Man Admits To Selling Fentanyl That Led To Woman's Death

Oscar Acuna pleaded guilty in federal court last week and faces up to 20 years in prison, a $1 million fine, or both.

Tucson Police Open Homicide Investigation After Wed. Morning Shooting

The shooting happened in the 100 block of E. Prince Road near multiple schools, though police said there was no threat to the public.

Tucson Police ID Victim Who Died After Vehicle-Pedestrian Collision

Evander Aaron Nelson, 28, died Sat. after the Wed. collision on 22nd Street. Police said the victim was crossing mid-block when he was hit.

Tucson Man Killed Wife, Stepdaughter, Then Turned Gun On Self: Police

Police suspect that Christopher Myers killed two of his family members and then himself. Two children in the home were not injured.

Two Women Killed In Tucson On Monday: Police

The women, both in their 40s, were each pronounced dead in homes in Tucson. Their deaths appear to be unrelated.

Tucson High School Fight Leads To Two Arrests, Including Parent

The altercation involving as many as 30 people began Tuesday during the lunch hour. Police said no medical transports were reported.

Execution Warrant Issued For Second Az Death Row Inmate In Past Month

The Arizona Supreme Court on Tuesday issued the execution warrant for Frank Atwood, who was convicted of killing an 8-year-old girl in 1984.

3 Dead In Apparent Murder/Suicide In Tucson: Police

The three adults were found dead inside a home on East Glenn Street, according to Tucson police.

Tucson Man Arrested In Connection With Roommate's Slaying: Police

​Jesus Lopez III was found laying in the road with an obvious gunshot wound in the 1000 block of West Miracle Mile, according to police.

2 Sentenced For 2019 Frank Bligh Murder In Tucson: Police

Bligh's body was not found and identified until January 2022, according to police.

Body Discovered After Tucson Apartment Fire: Tucson Fire Department

The fire at an apartment on East Blacklidge Drive was under control as of late Friday morning.

Tucson Man Gets 10 Years In Jail For Possession Of Child Pornography

Zachary Zane Stephenson was sentenced Tues. after pleading guilty in federal court. Upon his release, he must register as a sex offender.

Woman Hit And Killed While Crossing Street in Tucson, DUI Suspected

Sierra Deborah Waters, 51, died after being struck on E. Tanque Verde Road on Sunday night. No charges have been filed yet.

30-Year-Old Motorcycle Rider Dies In Tucson Collision With Car

Daniel Damato died at the scene Sunday. An occupant of the car was taken to the hospital with serious injuries. No charges have been filed.

Phoenix Man ID'd As Driver In Collision That Killed Three Passengers

Kevin Avila, 18, faces 3 counts of first-degree murder in connection with the incident that occurred as he tried to elude police on I-10.

Red Flag Warning Issued For Tucson: NWS

Strong winds and extremely low humidity will both contribute to high fire danger in Tucson Tuesday.

Pima Sheriff Asks For Help Identifying Man Accused of Sex Assault

A woman was walking her dog north of Tucson last month when a man is accused of making crude comments and touching her, police said.

Oil Fire Extinguished At Alejandro’s Tortilla Factory: Tucson FD

The fire at the tortilla factory produced heavy smoke, but the fire department got it under control quickly.

Man Found Killed In Tucson Desert Area He Frequented: Police

Anyone with information about the 57-year-old man's death is asked to contact Tucson police.

Family Displaced, Dog Dies In Tucson House Fire: TFD

The fire happened in the 200 block of West Columbia Street. Wind pushed the fire toward a neighboring home.

Woman, 20, Charged With 2nd Degree Murder In Tucson Hit-And-Run

Police said they believe the suspect got into a confrontation with two victims before striking them with a vehicle. One later died.

Tucson Police Shoot Man Suspected Of Armed Robbery: Police

The man was hospitalized for life-threatening injuries following the Sunday shooting, according to police.

Teen Killed By Pima Deputy Had History Of Mental Health Issues: PRCIT

The teen was suspected of making death threats and stabbing the deputy repeatedly using scissors before the deputy shot him, police said.

Elderly Woman Dies In Tucson House Fire

Investigators determined the blaze on N. Flowing Wells Road likely was caused by smoking near an oxygen tank. No foul play is suspected.

Dead Horse Found Tied To A Tree In Pima County

The Pima County Sheriff's Department is asking for help finding the person who abandoned the horse.

3 People Escape Tucson Border Protection In 3 Days: 1 Outstanding

Two of the people who escaped Customs and Border Protection custody and were caught, the third person was not, CBP said.

Tucson Officer-Involved Shooting Leaves 20-Year-Old Man Dead

TPD confirmed one of its officers was involved in the incident, which is under investigation.

Man Arrested In Connection To Double Homicide In Tucson: Police

The man is accused of shooting and killing a man and a woman who were found on the side of the road in Tucson last week, police said.