Lauren Borelli

Tucson

Producer at KGUN-TV (Tucson, AZ)

Producer at KWBA-TV (Tucson, AZ)

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Fire closes Eastbound I-10 near Benson

1 week ago | kgun9.com | Lauren Borelli

TUCSON, Ariz. (KGUN) — Eastbound I-10 near Benson at milepost 312 is temporarily closed due to a fire. Benson Fire Department says a semi truck caught on fire, and no injuries were reported. According to a post on X by the Arizona Department of Transportation, the highway is closed for fire suppression efforts. There is no estimated time for it to reopen. Drivers are advised to seek alternate routes and use caution in the area.
Police investigating after man found dead in Midtown park

1 week ago | kgun9.com | Lauren Borelli

TUCSON, Ariz. (KGUN) — Tucson police are investigating after a man was found dead at Doris Thompson Park. Officers responded to reports of an unresponsive male and arrived on the scene alongside Tucson Fire Department personnel. The adult male was pronounced dead at the scene. Details remain limited as the investigation continues. Authorities have not yet released the man's identity or the cause of death.
Former Cienega High employee under investigation

1 week ago | kgun9.com | Lauren Borelli

VAIL, Ariz. (KGUN) — A former employee at Cienega High School is under investigation after school administrators reported possible inappropriate communication with a minor earlier today. According to a letter sent to parents, Cienega administrators immediately notified the Pima County Sheriff’s Department after the allegation was reported. The Sheriff’s Department said detectives from the Crimes Against Children Unit have been assigned to the case.
Former Pima Sheriff Candidate Threatens to Sue

2 weeks ago | kgun9.com | Lauren Borelli

TUCSON, Ariz. (KGUN) — Former Pima County sheriff candidate Heather Lappin has filed a notice of claim against current Sheriff Chris Nanos, demanding $2 million or she will pursue legal action. Lappin, who lost her bid for sheriff by fewer than 500 votes in the November 2024 election, alleges she was unfairly placed on leave from her position as a supervising lieutenant at the county jail during the campaign.
Rio Rico shooting leaves man in critical condition

2 weeks ago | kgun9.com | Lauren Borelli

SANTA CRUZ COUNTY, Ariz. (KGUN) — A man is in critical condition after a shooting on Saturday, April 5. At 11:18 p.m., the Santa Cruz County Sheriff’s Office received multiple calls reporting gunshots in the area of Toto Court in Rio Rico. The alleged shooter also called 911, stating that he had shot someone. Deputies arrived to find the alleged shooter, 22-year-old Luis Angel Mayorga, on his knees with his hands up. He was detained, and the firearm was taken from him.
Midtown apartment fire leaves residents displaced

3 weeks ago | kgun9.com | Lauren Borelli

TUCSON, Ariz. (KGUN) — A fire early Sunday morning at the Oasis Apartments on North Dodge Boulevard displaced residents of three units. According to the Tucson Fire Department, a call reporting the fire came at 3:17 a.m. Engine 7 arrived six minutes later, and the fire was under control by 3:40 a.m.The fire was reported to have been in the wall between two apartment units. The cause is still under investigation. No injuries were reported, and the Red Cross is assisting displaced residents.
Back in Office: A 60 Day Rewind

1 month ago | kgun9.com | Lauren Borelli

President Donald Trump’s first 60 days back in the White House have been marked by a series of executive actions, policy shifts, and legislative battles that have already begun reshaping the country’s political landscape. WATCH LIVE AT 10 P.M.The Trump administration has quickly implemented key agenda items, including changes in immigration policy, economic directives, and foreign relations. Tariffs, immigration, DOGE, and international war have dominated the news cycle in the past 60 days.
Housefire on the Eastside

1 month ago | kgun9.com | Lauren Borelli

TUCSON, Ariz. (KGUN) — An Eastside home was left damaged after a fire on the 8800 block of East Bluefield Street at 1:55 p.m. today. Tucson Fire Department responded, with Engine 12 arriving four minutes later to find a column of smoke rising from a large shed fire that had spread to the backyard and the house. The fire was brought under control by 2:22 p.m. No injuries were reported. The cause of the fire is under investigation. Stay up to date with the latest information on KGUN 9.
Plane steers off runway at Tucson International Airport

1 month ago | kgun9.com | Lauren Borelli

TUCSON, Ariz. (KGUN) — A small plane steered off the runway yesterday at Tucson International Airport. According to airport officials, there were no injuries or damage to the aircraft. The only person on board was the pilot. The plane was towed back to parking, and the incident was quickly resolved without impact on operations at the airport. There is no information yet on why the plane left the runway.
Police investigating after Midtown shootings early Sunday morning

1 month ago | kgun9.com | Lauren Borelli

TUCSON, Ariz. (KGUN) — Tucson police are investigating an aggravated assault after two shootings were discovered in the same area early Sunday morning. Officers responded to the 500 block of North Fourth Avenue just before 2 a.m. and found two separate shootings had occurred close to each other. While investigating, officers learned that a woman had arrived at a nearby hospital with minor injuries. Detectives later confirmed that the shootings and the injured woman were connected.