AZ Senator Wadsack pleads not guilty, calls charges politically motivated
Wadsack faces court for excessive speeding, claims political persecution.
Pima County Sheriff’s Department stops posting mugshots online
Pima County joins several other Arizona Sheriff’s Departments that have stopped the practice.
AZ Police Association backs Democrat Ruben Gallego in U.S. Senate race
The endorsement comes days after Arizona Police Association President Justin Harris endorsed former President Donald Trump on stage in Glendale.
Southern Arizona man arrested for alleged threats against Trump as candidate visits border
The sheriff's office said he was arrested at around 2:30 p.m. It did not describe the alleged threats or provide other details on the arrest.
Pima County launches website to help residents resolve warrants without arrest
The webpage breaks down how to deal with warrants as well as court information.
Phoenix police detail cases included in DOJ report outlining excessive force, racial discrimination
The website includes incident records, body camera footage and evidence in cases mentioned in the report.
Laura Conover leads challenger Mike Jette after Tuesday night's primary
She looks ahead to advance reform initiatives and Right to Abortion Initiative.
Pima County officials address challenges of homelessness following Supreme Court ruling
Local leaders highlight need for resources and humane solutions.
Homeland Security says border arrests fall more than 40% since Biden's halt to asylum processing
Border Patrol’s average daily arrests over a seven-day period have fallen below 2,400 from before President Joe Biden’s proclamation took effect June 5.
Pedestrian deaths up in Tucson
So far in 2024 there have been 17 pedestrian and 6 bicycle fatalities.
Phoenix police have pattern of violating civil rights and using excessive force, Justice Dept. says
The report does not mention whether the federal government is pursuing a court-enforced reform plan known as a consent decree.
Arizona tribe temporarily bans dances after police officer is fatally shot responding to disturbance
The Phoenix FBI is investigating the fatal shooting, but it has not released many details.
As fentanyl seizures increase, Arizona among the worst
A new government-funded study shows that seizures of illicit fentanyl nationwide increased dramatically from 2017 to last year, with Arizona among the top states leading the increase.
The Buzz: Protests at Arizona's universities
Clashes on campus have lead to arrests, changes in policy around on-campus gatherings.
The documentary "The Happiest Country in the World: Finland" explores the reasons why.
Also on Arizona Spotlight: What "Bad Art Night" at the Arizona Science Center offers the creatively curious; "I Dream in Widescreen 2024" showcases a new class of film makers; and "Stories That Soar!" offers a 4th grader's perspective on "Self Love".
