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The Buzz: Combatting Generational Poverty in Pima County

A new effort aims to help those who are born into poverty move up the socio-economic ladder.

Tucson City Council: dispensaries, fare-free transit, childcare and redistricting

Mayor and council rounded out the year in their final city council meeting of 2022.

Traffic deaths rising in Tucson, pedestrians at highest risk

The number of pedestrian fatalities have almost doubled from 2021.

Pima County Issues Ground-Level Ozone Advisory

Thursday marks the second consecutive day of an advisory.

Where's the new money in the state budget going?

We look at a handful of areas that will see a notable increase in funds this fiscal year

Weather may delay weekend vaccinations

Banner, Pinal County, promise enough doses for today and Thursday

Tucson's pedestrian fatality problem

The city has seen a steady rise in people struck and killed while walking in recent years. Other cities face the same problem.

Tucson Medical Center to give away 600 car seats

A car seat can nearly double a child’s chances of surviving a crash. But most aren’t used properly, if they’re used at all.

State Bans Cell Phones for New Teen Drivers

A new law prohibits teens from talking on cell phones while driving.

Feds: Uber Self-Driving SUV Saw Pedestrian; Did Not Brake

The vehicle spotted a woman six seconds before striking her, but the automatic braking system was disabled, a report said.

On Pima County Streets: Is One Traffic Death Too Many?

Why do traffic crashes and the casualties from them remain a persistent problem?

Traffic Crashes, Deaths Rise on Arizona Roadways in 2015

Alcohol, speeding and failure to wear seat belts all contribute to rise in fatalities.

Modern Streetcar Tracks Snare Cyclists

Bike riders say falls common; city engineers working on issues

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