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Tuesday, April 15th, 2025
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Good morning, Tucson. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 15th of April.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A serious crash involving a van with 14 occupants occurred just before 5 a.m. Sunday on the offramp of Interstate 8 and Butterfield Road near Gila Bend as Border Patrol agents, AZDPS officers and EMTs quickly responded to assist with life flight evacuations and ground ambulance care — one person died at the scene. KVOA
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On April 13, a Tucson man named Daniel Webster was charged with first-degree murder after police accused him of beating Michael Lee Baker to death under a park ramada—officers linked his bloody clothes and injuries to the scene. KVOA
- ➤ A 19-year-old Tucson teen was charged with first-degree murder after he beat a man to death in a park on April 13 — police said he was arrested after they found him with bloody clothing near a parking lot. KVOA
- ➤ A pedestrian is fighting for life after being hit by a vehicle in a hit-and-run crash near 29th and Columbus late Friday night on April 11 — the vehicle fled the scene. KOLD News 13
- ➤ An accused drunk driver in a DUI crash that killed a Tucson political candidate last year rejected a plea deal Monday, April 14th — court officials said the case will soon proceed to trial. KOLD News 13
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Today in Tucson, a study by UCLA and the Natural Resources Defense Council found that Arizona and Nevada reuse up to 52% and 85% of treated wastewater while other basin states reuse no more than 22% of their wastewater, a gap that puts further water shortages at risk. Tucson Water already reuses 70% of the wastewater from the Agua Nueva facility and is planning upgrades to bring more treated water to parks, schools and even drinking supply—efforts that call for increased federal investment. Arizona Daily Star
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Arizona voters who have not provided proof of citizenship are facing different rules depending on the county—some counties suspend voter updates until documents are shown while others retain existing statuses. These varied approaches may affect voters in upcoming elections and have raised legal questions about consistent treatment. Tucson Sentinel
- ➤ Last Sunday at Catalina High School, Sen. Booker and Sen. Kelly joined other leaders to criticize Rep. Ciscomani for backing a GOP budget plan that cuts Medicaid funds. They warned that the cuts could hurt health care for thousands of Arizonans—local officials said the proposal endangers access to essential services. Tucson Sentinel
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Americans continue to travel daily from Tucson to Nogales—only 70 miles away—for affordable dental work despite recent border changes and new visa rules. Dental clinics remain busy while some patients voice concern about potential extra permit requirements. Tucson Sentinel
- ➤ Officials warn residents to keep pets safe after wildlife rabies cases were reported, with a health report showing that foxes and skunks tested positive from January to March—residents should avoid contact with wild animals and ensure pets receive regular vaccinations. KOLD News 13
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