Two killed in crash on Interstate 10 near Vail

TUCSON, Ariz. (13 News) - The Arizona Department of Public Safety says two people were killed in a crash Friday night, July 3, in the eastbound lanes of Interstate 10. ADOT said the crash happened at milepost 291, about 12 miles east of Vail. AZDPS says it involved two vehicles.

From petition to pavement: A new, safer intersection at Mica Mountain

Pima County installed a flying tee intersection after hearing feedback from residents who said the area was unsafe, especially for young and inexperienced high school drivers.

Catalina Foothills road repaved after years of complaints

The county repaved Sunrise and Swan in the Catalina Foothills, fixing cracks and potholes after years of neighbor complaints.

Tucson Now: AZDPS drives safely over to the Digital Desk!

TUCSON, Ariz. (13 News) - The Arizona Department of Public Safety has launched a new effort to protect people on state roads. Arrive Alive Arizona is aimed at reducing fatal and serious injury collisions through high visibility enforcement, public awareness, technology integration, and community engagement. Lt. Col. Daven Byrd joined...

Mount Lemmon parking expansion adds nearly 100 spaces in Summerhaven

A new public parking lot recently opened in Summerhaven, creating nearly 100 new parking spaces for visitors at Mount Lemmon. One of the biggest challenges visitors have faced at the popular southern Arizona mountain is the lack of parking available. “If you’ve ever visited Mount Lemmon on a busy weekend,...

AZ Transportation Board approves new plans for new highway, widening others

The Arizona State Transportation Board recently approved the Arizona Department of Transportation’s next five-year plan for different improvements on highways across Arizona.

Tucson road crews shift hours to beat the summer heat

Tucson road crews are shifting hours and taking more breaks to cope with dangerous summer heat and staffing shortages.

Tucson City Council weighing major road upgrades and pension strategy

The Tucson City Council agenda includes major transportation upgrades and a vote on public safety pension funding.

Blue Bridge lane closures start Monday for annual inspection

Blue Bridge lane closures start Monday for annual inspection.

Crash closes Interstate-19 in Sahuarita

TUCSON, Ariz. (13 News) - A crash has caused the right northbound lane of Interstate 19 to be closed. The Arizona Department of Transportation said the left northbound lane and the southbound lanes are unaffected. AZDPS said there is no estimated time to reopen, and drivers should find alternate routes.

Crash on Highway 63 cleared

FACT FINDERS: E-bike accidents on rise in Arizona as riders, drivers navigate traffic laws

TUCSON, Ariz. (13 News) - A series of e-bike crashes in Arizona over the last month has highlighted a dangerous trend as riders and drivers navigate traffic laws. A car nearly hit two people on an e-bike in one incident. Another e-biker was seriously hurt after running a red light without a helmet. A man wearing a helmet was killed at Tanque Verde and Pantano when his e-bike crashed into a car.