Arizona forests begin sale of Christmas tree permits

PRESCOTT — Christmas is two months away but anyone wanting to cut their own tree already can get a permit.

Water system at Sabino Canyon to be shut off Thursday afternoon

The water system at Sabino Canyon will be turned off at 2 p.m. Thursday while repairs are being made to water lines. The work is expected to be finished and the water turned back on by 6 p.m. the same day.

Several Pima County roads still closed today

Here is a list of road closures in Pima County as well as area where motorists should be cautious driving across washes. It was updated at 8 a.m. Tuesday.

Fitz Blog: Hot as...

Sunday's high temperature of a bazillion friggin’ degrees at Tucson International Airport set a record for Aug. 12, Lucifer said. The previous high was set in 1993 in the sixth level of hell.

Got a fall program? Get in the roundup

This year many Tucson parents and caregivers will need programs for their children in October, when Tucson Unified School District will hold its first fall break.

Travel Channel filming at Tucson's El Charro Café

Historic Mexican restaurant also is offering free $90 gift card with the purchase of a $90 gift card today and Wednesday.

Sierra Vista BBQ joint opening today

Buffalo Corral Barbecue is the brainchild of Tucson restauranteur John Foster.

Arizona Opera ends 2011-12 season in black

Company celebrates soldout performances and increased single ticket sales.

2 injured in flash flood south of Sierra Vista

Two people were swept downstream by flood waters during a storm Monday night in Carr Canyon, according to Cochise County officials.

Toby Keith's I Love This Bar and Grill coming to Tucson

Southern-inspired restaurant and bar will feature live entertainment.

Tucson officials ID German tourist who died on hike

The 35-year-old German tourist who died of apparent heat-related distress while hiking in Saguaro National Park West Monday afternoon has been identified.