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George Gunter (left) and Rahul Bhadani (right) show the data from a more advanced sensor attached to the roof of the "cognitive and autonomous test vehicle." The goal of their project was to get similarly accurate data with a sensor that records less data.

Learning to Program a Driverless Car at the UA

A 10-week summer course meant to encourage students to continue studies in research-based graduate programs.
Blood donations have slowed in Southern Arizona.

Blood Shortage Continues in Southern Arizona

Red Cross collections sites open every day in August
Among the benefits of using LED light is that the method is cheaper than drugs, has no side effects and is readily available.

Doctor Sees the Light with Pain Control: Green LED

Physician found headache relief under trees, triggering study.
A patch for the Pima County Sheriff's Dept.

You've Been Warned: Pima County Ticketing Drivers on Cellphones

The period after the ban went into effect netted 700+ warnings for drivers in unincorporated areas.
Jupiter's Great Red Spot imaged July 10, 2017.

Amateurs Help Bring Life to Images of Jupiter's Great Red Spot

The moment new JunoCam images are released, people jump to interpret them.
Looking up at Seven Falls, in the Sabino Canyon Recreation Area.

Rescues Highlight Danger of Flash Floods in Catalina Mountains

Multiple helicopter rescues have taken place during recent weekends when floods stranded visitors.
Customers check in at the ticket counter on the first day of Aeromar's 10-month service to and from Tucson.

Tucson Airport Loses Lone Mexico Flight

Aeromar service discontinued Monday. Problem was not a lack of passengers.
An electric transmission line.

County, City Merge Programs that Help Residents Pay Bills

Both programs offered once-a-year help with utility bills to low-income residents through partner groups.
A lightning strike over east Tucson.

Tucson Sets July Rainfall Record, 2nd-Highest Monthly Total

July's rain total was higher than average rainfall for an entire summer rain season.
Detour signs at a road construction project.

Committee Meets Tuesday to Set Priorities for Pima County Roads

Group will decide how to spend money raised by a new property tax in Pima County.
A new home being built in midtown Tucson.

Permits To Build New Homes in Tucson Flat to Start 2017

First half of the year continues multi-year trend.
University of Arizona planetary scientist Vishnu Reddy is an asteroid expert.

Scientists Will Simulate an Asteroid Impact with the Real Thing

The asteroid will pass close to Earth, but will safely continue on its way.
Looking across the city of Tucson from Tumamoc Hill.

$300K On the Line for Tucson With DOJ 'Sanctuary City' Threat

City labels itself 'immigrant-friendy,' and Mayor Rothschild is confident Tucson will not lose the funding.
Model of the human brain.

UA Athletics Looks at Brain Health of All Athletes, Not Just Football Players

Same approach to other injuries: long-term treatment and recovery.
Twenty-dollar bills.

Study: Southern Arizonans Lack Financial Stabiliity

Many around the state could not live off savings at the poverty level for three months.
Girl Scouts from Tucson Troop 6.

Girl Scouts Can Now Add STEM Badges to Their Sashes

Science, engineering and outdoor pursuits allow girls to take risks and seek challenges.

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