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One of the attorneys representing a local Dreamer, reportedly detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement this ...
05/20/2026

One of the attorneys representing a local Dreamer, reportedly detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement this week, says the 29-year-old is no longer believed to be in Tucson.

TUCSON, Ariz. (KVOA) - One of the attorneys representing a local Dreamer, reportedly detained by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement this week, says the 29-year-old is no longer believed to

Arizona will soon be using artificial intelligence in its fight against Medicaid fraud. Gov. Katie Hobbs made the announ...
05/19/2026

Arizona will soon be using artificial intelligence in its fight against Medicaid fraud. Gov. Katie Hobbs made the announcement in Tucson, saying the effort is the first of its kind.
The AI tool is the Alivia 360 Platform.

TUCSON, Ariz. (KVOA) - Arizona will soon be using artificial intelligence in its fight against Medicaid fraud. Gov. Katie Hobbs made the announcement in Tucson, saying the effort is the

Pima County is rolling out a plan to help residents who could be affected by upcoming federal changes to SNAP and Medica...
05/15/2026

Pima County is rolling out a plan to help residents who could be affected by upcoming federal changes to SNAP and Medicaid benefits.

County officials said the changes—part of federal policy adjustments expected to take effect later this year and into 2027—could lead to thousands of people losing health coverage and affect SNAP benefits.

TUCSON, Ariz. (KVOA) - Pima County is rolling out a plan to help residents who could be affected by upcoming federal changes to SNAP and Medicaid benefits.

Tombstone Mayor Dusty Escapule is in stable condition after a crash sent him to the hospital. Tombstone City Clerk Chari...
05/13/2026

Tombstone Mayor Dusty Escapule is in stable condition after a crash sent him to the hospital. Tombstone City Clerk Charissa Presti told News 4 Tucson that is all the information she could provide on the mayor’s condition as of Tuesday afternoon.

TOMBSTONE, Ariz. (KVOA) - Tombstone Mayor Dusty Escapule is in stable condition after a crash sent him to the hospital. Tombstone City Clerk Charissa Presti told News 4 Tucson that

Pima County is rolling out a unique type of speed hump for the first time just outside Summerhaven.Crews Monday installe...
05/12/2026

Pima County is rolling out a unique type of speed hump for the first time just outside Summerhaven.

Crews Monday installed three sets of rubber "speed cushions." The county will be footing the bill.

SUMMERHAVEN, Ariz. (KVOA) - Pima County is rolling out a unique type of speed hump for the first time just outside Summerhaven.

Several local leaders are speaking out after masked protesters disrupted the inside of a Tucson law firm Thursday becaus...
05/09/2026

Several local leaders are speaking out after masked protesters disrupted the inside of a Tucson law firm Thursday because of its connection to Project Blue.

TUCSON, Ariz. (KVOA) - Several local leaders are speaking out after masked protesters disrupted the inside of a Tucson law firm Thursday because of its connection to Project Blue.

A pool chemical spill brought traffic to a stop and a hazmat cleanup crew to a midtown intersection Thursday evening.The...
05/08/2026

A pool chemical spill brought traffic to a stop and a hazmat cleanup crew to a midtown intersection Thursday evening.

The incident left Pima and Craycroft closed and then partially closed for hours. Some at a nearby business were told to stay inside.

TUCSON, Ariz. (KVOA) - A pool chemical spill brought traffic to a stop and a hazmat cleanup crew to a midtown intersection Thursday evening.

With nine days until commencement at the University of Arizona, some are calling on the university to remove this year's...
05/07/2026

With nine days until commencement at the University of Arizona, some are calling on the university to remove this year's commencement speaker, Eric Schmidt

TUCSON, Ariz. (KVOA) - With nine days until commencement at the University of Arizona, some are calling on the university to remove this year's commencement speaker, Eric Schmidt.

Tucson drivers may soon be paying more to park as City Council is expected to vote on increasing parking fees. The propo...
05/06/2026

Tucson drivers may soon be paying more to park as City Council is expected to vote on increasing parking fees.
The proposed increase, if approved, would start this summer. City leaders say a growing budget deficit is behind the proposed increase.

TUCSON, Ariz. (KVOA) - Tucson drivers may soon be paying more to park as City Council is expected to vote on increasing parking fees.

Four University of Arizona fraternities are now limited or banned from hosting activities pending investigations.The lat...
05/05/2026

Four University of Arizona fraternities are now limited or banned from hosting activities pending investigations.
The latest fraternity placed on an interim action is Sigma Phi Epsilon, which faces allegations of hazing and illegal drug use.

TUCSON, Ariz. (KVOA) - Four University of Arizona fraternities are now limited or banned from hosting activities pending investigations.

Copper Creek Elementary School celebrated its nearly 40-year legacy Friday evening weeks away from closing its doors.
05/02/2026

Copper Creek Elementary School celebrated its nearly 40-year legacy Friday evening weeks away from closing its doors.

TUCSON, Ariz. (KVOA) - Copper Creek Elementary School celebrated its nearly 40-year legacy Friday evening weeks away from closing its doors.

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