Wednesday, September 10, 2025

Good Morning! On this day in 1907, Tucson banned tuberculosis patients from pitching tents within city limits, leading many to live in makeshift tent cities on the outskirts.

Tucson is again debating encampments, this time for homeless people. Get the latest on the proposed STAR Village in Top Stories.

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County Targets Unlicensed Taco Stands

Maricopa County’s three-month crackdown on unlicensed street taco vendors resulted in dozens of enforcement actions and the seizure of more than 7,000 pounds of potentially unsafe meat.

The county reported 55 food seizures from May to July, many targeting sidewalk and street vendors selling “tacos al pastor”—spit-grilled meat—prepared outside using vertical rotisseries and fold-up tables or pop-up tents.

Such practices aren’t permitted and could potentially cause illness, according to county health officials, who urged residents to report unpermitted food vendors.

Homeless Camp Faces Pushback

Two business owners launched a petition opposing the proposed STAR Village homeless encampment in Tucson, with many others also voicing concerns.

Derek and Lindsey Dooley of Tucson Tattoo are leading the petition drive, citing safety issues and a lack of community input.

More than 300 people have signed the petition, which calls for area residents and businesses to be included in planning solutions for homelessness.

STAR Village, set to open in October at 244 E. Grant Road in Tucson, would provide an outdoor sleeping space for up to 25 homeless people.

Military Base Partners with Schools

Fort Huachuca is partnering with local schools through the Purple Star Program, which helps schools focus on providing support for military-connected students.

Garrison Commander Mike Childs has championed the program, which provides staff training, hosts military family events, and offers peer mentorship for students.

Schools also receive guidance on recognizing and assisting students who may be struggling.

The Center of Academic Success in Sierra Vista said the program also helps schools attract more students by showing military families that their children will be supported.

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➤ Statewide: A federal report shows human cases of Chagas disease—spread by insects known as kissing bugs—have been reported in Arizona and seven other U.S. states. (Watch)

➤ Phoenix: An Oregon man was sentenced to more than three years in prison for conducting an online intimidation and harassment campaign against an unidentified former U.S. government official in Arizona. The motive behind the campaign was not reported. (More)

➤ Mammoth: Two Graham County men driving in the Galiuro Mountains were rescued by helicopter after their vehicle became stuck in rocky terrain near Aravaipa Canyon. (More)

➤ Tucson: Work began on the $600 million I-10 reconstruction between Kino Parkway and Country Club Road, with work expected to continue through 2028. (More)

➤ Yuma: Cleanup continued four days after heavy rain from Tropical Storm Lorena caused flooding, downed trees, power outages, and water-damaged homes. (Watch)

➤ Mississippi State was fined $500,000 after its fans stormed the field following the team’s upset win over Arizona State this past weekend. (More)

➤ Phoenix Mercury forward Alyssa Thomas logged her 338th assist of the WNBA season, breaking Caitlin Clark’s single-season record. (More)

➤ A former teammate said Kevin Durant was surprised the Phoenix Suns didn’t utilize him more in their offense. (More)

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➤ Popular downtown Tucson restaurant The Little One is closing after four decades, as owner Marcela Davila prepares to launch a homemaking consultation business. (Photo)

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➤ Two-time cancer survivor Scott Fuller continues to lead a team of superheroes—volunteers dressed as Marvel and DC Comics characters—to meet with young patients at Banner Children’s Thunderbird Medical Center in Glendale. (Watch)

➤ Several players in Arizona won five-figure prizes in Saturday’s Powerball drawing, while there were also three $100,000 winners in Tempe, Peoria, and Littlefield. (Watch)

➤ A Phoenix Valley horse rescue group hopes to raise $45,000 to provide water for 13 retired thoroughbreds whose care has been threatened by a dry well. (Watch)

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