U.S. Sen. Mark Kelly urged South Carolina Democrats to intensify voter outreach efforts ahead of the November midterm elections, emphasizing the need to "outwork" Republicans and increase turnout among infrequent voters.
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The Lions win the cat fight against the Sabercats with a 33-7 home win in a 3A East Region game, October 2, 2026, Tucson, Ariz.
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Three candidates for the Arizona Corporation Commission discussed renewable energy, rate increases, and data centers at a forum ahead of early voting, emphasizing the importance of the board's impact on electricity bills and public engagement in energy decisions.
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The Wildcats and Naranjeros open this year's Mexican Baseball Fiesta with 28 runs in a four-hour game that ended with Arizona on top 17-11, October 1, 2026, Tucson, Ariz.
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Arizona Bowl Luncheon awarded Arizona quarterback Noah Fifita with the Volpe Tucson Strong award and Arizona head basketball coach Tommy Lloyd the Dick Tomey Arizona Strong award.
- Howard Fischer
The Arizona Department of Housing failed to conduct all required health and safety inspections on low-income housing units financed through tax credits, leading to tenants living in unsafe conditions with delayed remediation of issues like pest infestations and fire hazards.
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The Lions win the cat fight against the Sabercats with a 33-7 home win in a 3A East Region game, October 2, 2026, Tucson, Ariz.
The Lions win the cat fight against the Sabercats with a 33-7 home win in a 3A East Region game, October 2, 2026, Tucson, Ariz.
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