Sofia Ramirez

August 25, 2026 · Pima County closed part of Gates Pass Road after storms damaged the pavement, with emergency repairs needed before reopening.

August 25, 2026 · Students returned to the University of Arizona as the new school year began, with the university expecting a smaller incoming class.

August 21, 2026 · The intersection of Alvernon Way and 5th Street in Tucson is closing for weekend construction work.

August 19, 2026 · Tucson International Airport received a $32 million federal grant to continue construction of a second full-length runway.

August 17, 2026 · Alan, Charlie and Ziggy, a troop of Schmidt's red-tailed monkeys, now live at Tucson's Reid Park Zoo.

August 15, 2026 · The I-10 interchange at Palo Verde Road has closed permanently as the latest phase of the I-10 widening project begins.

August 13, 2026 · Four of the five members of Oro Valley's Tourism Advisory Commission resigned within a week.

August 13, 2026 · Pima County supervisors approved a 120-day moratorium on new data centers in unincorporated areas.

August 13, 2026 · Pima County supervisors asked staff to draft policies to increase transparency and accountability for large developments, including data centers.

August 11, 2026 · The American Red Cross is asking Tucsonans to give blood this August after issuing only its second blood crisis in history. With the supply at a …