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Arizona prosecutors seek death penalty after a 2-year pause in executions

The Arizona Attorney General’s Office asked the state Supreme Court on Friday to issue a warrant for the execution of Aaron Brian Gunches.

The Buzz: Previewing the 2025 legislative session

We speak with leaders from each party about their priorities for the session.

Arizona conservation groups present 2025 Environmental Priorities to Governor Hobbs and Legislature

Over 35 organizations urge action on climate, water policies, clean energy and environmental justice in Arizona’s 2025 legislative session.

Douglas man receives 36 years for hate crimes, burning churches

Eric Ridenour, convicted of crimes in the burning of two churches in a historic district in Douglas, Arizona, received a sentence of 36 years in prison.

Mayor Romero delivers annual report on Tucson’s growth and challenges

Provides update on the city’s public safety, housing and infrastructure projects.

Giffords takes hopeful tone at Jan. 8 remembrance ceremony

Former U.S. Congresswoman Gabby Giffords spoke at a remembrance ceremony to honor survivors and those who were killed in the Tucson mass shooting 14 years ago.

Arizona tribes receive nearly $750k for climate adaptation plans

The funding comes from the Bureau of Indian Affairs' annual tribal community resilience awards program.

Lawmakers condemn child fatality report's call to remove guns from households with children

The report, which was first published in November 2024, calls for guns to be removed from households with children to prevent firearm injury deaths.

A New Legacy: Tucson considers renaming Columbus Park to honor Tohono O’odham educator

Danny Lopez spent over 30 years teaching the Tohono O'odham Nation's traditional way of life to its people and surrounding community.

New data shows more Tucson women, children without homes in 2024

There was a slight decrease in overall homelessness in Pima County last year, but an increase in women and young people without stable housing.

New Arizona Corporation Commission sworn in, leadership roles announced

Republican Commissioner Kevin Thompson nominated as Chairman.

Tucson homicides go up in 2024, but stay below recent high

Tucson Police data show 66 homicides happened last year, an increase from the previous year.

The Buzz: Catching up with Arizona AG Kris Mayes

Mayes talks about what happened in 2024 and what may come in 2025.

Ruben Gallego becomes first Latino U.S. Senator from Arizona

Gallego will serve on the Banking, Veterans Affairs, Homeland Security, and the Energy and Natural Resources committees.

Tohono O’odham Nation gains co-stewardship over sacred lands

The Tohono O’odham Nation and the Bureau of Land Management agree to co-steward the Baboquivari National Wilderness.

Arizona official who delayed county’s 2022 election certification didn’t have immunity, court says

The court also said certifying election results is an administrative responsibility and that legislative immunity doesn’t apply to Crosby’s situation.

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