Bri Pacelli

Tucson

Multimedia Journalist and Reporter at KGUN-TV (Tucson, AZ)

Multimedia Journalist and Reporter at KWBA-TV (Tucson, AZ)

Morning reporter with KGUN 9🎤🌵

Articles

Tucson residents prepare for higher water bills as summer heat rises

3 days ago | kgun9.com | Bri Pacelli

TUCSON, Ariz. (KGUN) — As summer temperatures soar in Tucson, so do water bills, with many residents already preparing for the seasonal spike. According to Tucson Water, household usage can increase by 30 to 50 percent during the summer months, largely due to outdoor watering for lawns and landscaping. The utility’s tiered pricing system means the more water you use, the more you pay per gallon. Residents like Antonio McGowan say they’ve learned to anticipate the hike.
Summer heat brings surge in car trouble, Tucson mechanics warn

4 days ago | kgun9.com | Bri Pacelli

TUCSON, Ariz. (KGUN) — As temperatures soar in Tucson, mechanics are seeing a rise in heat-related car problems and they say the worst may be yet to come. Rick Becker, owner of Monsoon Automotive, said his shop is already seeing a wave of cooling system failures as the summer heat pushes vehicles to their limit. “Anything in the vehicle gets hotter the hotter it gets outside,” Becker said.
Boys & Girls Club offers affordable, enriching summer camp for Tucson youth

1 week ago | kgun9.com | Bri Pacelli

TUCSON, Ariz. (KGUN) — With school out for the summer, many Southern Arizona families are turning to the Boys & Girls Club for affordable, engaging childcare. “We don’t just want them to be at home all day on electronics,” said Maritza L., Clubhouse Director.
Inside Tucson International Airport’s firefighting team

1 week ago | kgun9.com | Bri Pacelli

TUCSON, Ariz. (KGUN) — While most people associate fire engines with house fires, a specialized team at Tucson International Airport is trained to handle emergencies on the tarmac. The airport’s fire department trains daily to respond to rare but high-risk incidents involving aircraft. Their preparation goes beyond standard firefighting and EMT duties, including aircraft rescue, jet fuel fires, hazardous materials and high-speed runway operations.
New Arizona law lets construction crews beat the heat with earlier start times

1 week ago | abc15.com | Bri Pacelli

TUCSON — A new Arizona law is giving construction crews a head start on the day to protect them from the dangerous summer heat. Senate Bill 1182, signed by Governor Katie Hobbs earlier this month, allows construction work to begin as early as 5 a.m., and even earlier for concrete pouring, which can now start at 4 a.m. The law overrides more restrictive local ordinances and applies from May through mid-October.
New Arizona law lets construction crews beat the heat with earlier start times

1 week ago | kgun9.com | Bri Pacelli

TUCSON, Ariz. (KGUN) — A new Arizona law is giving construction crews a head start on the day to protect them from the dangerous summer heat. Senate Bill 1182, signed by Governor Katie Hobbs earlier this month, allows construction work to begin as early as 5 a.m., and even earlier for concrete pouring, which can now start at 4 a.m. The law overrides more restrictive local ordinances and applies from May through mid-October.
Girl Scouts of Southern Arizona celebrate 90 years of leadership and service

1 week ago | ourcommunitynow.com | Bri Pacelli

Share TUCSON, Ariz. (KGUN) — The Girl Scouts of Southern Arizona are marking 90 years of empowering young women with a celebration and new community initiatives. Since 1935, local Girl Scouts have made their mark through outdoor adventures and public service. Now, the organization is launching the “90 Years Strong” campaign to honor its past and inspire future generations.
Girl Scouts of Southern Arizona celebrate 90 years of leadership and service

1 week ago | kgun9.com | Bri Pacelli

TUCSON, Ariz. (KGUN) — The Girl Scouts of Southern Arizona are marking 90 years of empowering young women with a celebration and new community initiatives. Since 1935, local Girl Scouts have made their mark through outdoor adventures and public service. Now, the organization is launching the “90 Years Strong” campaign to honor its past and inspire future generations. “We like to say we move at the speed of girls,” said Kristen Garcia-Hernandez, CEO of the Girl Scouts of Southern Arizona.
Mother of three overcomes hardships to graduate from Pima Community College

2 weeks ago | kgun9.com | Bri Pacelli

TUCSON, Ariz. (KGUN) — For most students at Pima Community College's graduation, the ceremony marks the end of exams and late-night study sessions. But for Sendalia Perez, a mother of three and recovering addict, it’s a milestone long in the making. Perez has been sober for 23 years and worked as a behavioral health tech at a psychiatric hospital. But a serious on-the-job injury left her bedridden for over a year and unsure of what was next. “A patient shoved me through a locked door,” Perez says.
Pima County sees drop in crime during summer months

2 weeks ago | kgun9.com | Bri Pacelli

TUCSON, Ariz. (KGUN) — While crime typically rises in the summer across much of the country, Pima County is seeing the opposite trend. According to the Pima County Sheriff’s Department, crime rates were higher in the winter of 2024, with around 1,300 reported incidents, compared to roughly 950 in the summer. The data includes a range of crimes, from murder to disorderly conduct and public intoxication. November saw the highest activity.