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Recruiting: UA women’s basketball goes to Canada to land another 4-star forward

Recruiting: UA women’s basketball goes to Canada to land another 4-star forward

  • Michael Lev

Arizona women’s basketball received a verbal commitment from a third four-star prospect in the class of 2027 when Canadian forward Ashley Vande Ven pledged to Becky Burke and the Wildcats.

Why Arizona colleges are expecting fewer students this year

Why Arizona colleges are expecting fewer students this year

  • Helen Rummel Arizona Republic

There will be about 2,000 fewer college students attending Arizona State University, the University of Arizona and Northern Arizona University, combined enrollment estimates show.

Santa Rita High dental assisting program gets state honor

Santa Rita High dental assisting program gets state honor

  • Sierra Blaser

The Arizona Department of Education honored Santa Rita High School for having the top performing dental assisting program in the state during the 2026 spring career and technical education skills assessment.

Mailbag: Pac-12 expansion targets, Protect College Sports Act options, Nike's stock price and more

Mailbag: Pac-12 expansion targets, Protect College Sports Act options, Nike's stock price and more

  • Jon Wilner

Jon Wilner’s weekly mailbag: Pac-12 expansion targets, Protect College Sports Act options, Nike's stock price, Fisch's recruiting, Cal's cash and more

Can U of A fill Casino Del Sol Stadium? | Greg Hansen

Can U of A fill Casino Del Sol Stadium? | Greg Hansen

  • Greg Hansen

Greg Hansen’s notebook: Arizona football continues to struggle with attendance, ranking 13th among Big 12 programs over the past five seasons despite reduced capacity at Arizona Stadium.

From Sabino to stardom: Dungeon Crawler Carl author hails from Tucson

From Sabino to stardom: Dungeon Crawler Carl author hails from Tucson

  • Kimberly Kalil

A proud mother questioned why her son, Matt Dinniman, a bestselling fantasy author from Tucson, was never featured in the hometown paper despite his global success with Dungeon Crawler Carl. His journey reflects persistent effort and independent publishing breakthroughs.

Remains of 19 migrants found in Southern Arizona in July, a two-year high

Remains of 19 migrants found in Southern Arizona in July, a two-year high

  • Emily Bregel

The remains of 19 migrants were recovered in Southern Arizona in July, the highest monthly figure in two years, according to Humane Borders and county data.

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Can U of A fill Casino Del Sol Stadium? | Greg Hansen

Can U of A fill Casino Del Sol Stadium? | Greg Hansen

Greg Hansen’s notebook: Arizona football continues to struggle with attendance, ranking 13th among Big 12 programs over the past five seasons despite reduced capacity at Arizona Stadium.

Female jaguar confirmed in Sonora near US border, researchers say

Female jaguar confirmed in Sonora near US border, researchers say

For Star subscribers: Video has shown one or possibly two female jaguars roaming the wilderness in Sonora, just five miles south of the U.S. border, researchers say.

Unsettled NIU makes first Tucson trip | Greg Hansen

Unsettled NIU makes first Tucson trip | Greg Hansen

Greg Hansen’s notebook: Northern Illinois enters its first Tucson matchup against Arizona with a new conference, an interim coach and plenty of uncertainty after a 3-9 season.

Tim Steller’s column: Choosy Tucson governments seek ideal business fit

Tim Steller’s column: Choosy Tucson governments seek ideal business fit

For Star subscribers: In the face of worrisome local economic indicators, Tucson and Pima County are far from showing desperation. In fact, they are being choosy as they recalibrate our economic-development efforts.

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Arizona neighbors' new house plans not a nuisance, court rules

Arizona neighbors' new house plans not a nuisance, court rules

There is no basis in Arizona law for a property owner's claims for loss of privacy or that a view will be obstructed by new construction, the Arizona Court of Appeals has ruled.

Survey: This is Arizona's happiest city

Survey: This is Arizona's happiest city

Once again, Scottsdale has been named one of the happiest cities in America, according to a new WalletHub ranking.

Tucson arts groups to get $621,000 in state arts funding

Tucson arts groups to get $621,000 in state arts funding

Tucson arts groups were awarded more than $621,000 through Arizona’s latest round of state arts funding.

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From Sabino to stardom: Dungeon Crawler Carl author hails from Tucson

From Sabino to stardom: Dungeon Crawler Carl author hails from Tucson

  • Kimberly Kalil

A proud mother questioned why her son, Matt Dinniman, a bestselling fantasy author from Tucson, was never featured in the hometown paper despite his global success with Dungeon Crawler Carl. His journey reflects persistent effort and independent publishing breakthroughs.

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Southern Arizona high school football standings through Aug. 28

Southern Arizona high school football standings through Aug. 28

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Recruiting: UA women’s basketball goes to Canada to land another 4-star forward

Recruiting: UA women’s basketball goes to Canada to land another 4-star forward

Arizona women’s basketball received a verbal commitment from a third four-star prospect in the class of 2027 when Canadian forward Ashley Vande Ven pledged to Becky Burke and the Wildcats.

Ex-UA forward Lauri Markkanen leads Finland over Estonia in World Cup qualifiers

Ex-UA forward Lauri Markkanen leads Finland over Estonia in World Cup qualifiers

After losing to Sweden at home on Thursday, Finland beat Estonia 96-67 behind 21 points and 10 rebounds from former Arizona standout and NBA all-star Lauri Markkanen  in a FIBA World Cup qualifying game in Tallinn, Estonia.

Mailbag: Pac-12 expansion targets, Protect College Sports Act options, Nike's stock price and more

Mailbag: Pac-12 expansion targets, Protect College Sports Act options, Nike's stock price and more

Jon Wilner’s weekly mailbag: Pac-12 expansion targets, Protect College Sports Act options, Nike's stock price, Fisch's recruiting, Cal's cash and more

Can U of A fill Casino Del Sol Stadium? | Greg Hansen

Can U of A fill Casino Del Sol Stadium? | Greg Hansen

Greg Hansen’s notebook: Arizona football continues to struggle with attendance, ranking 13th among Big 12 programs over the past five seasons despite reduced capacity at Arizona Stadium.

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Singer-songwriter Lara Ruggles shares how Tucson’s Open Studio Tours expanded her audience and offers practical advice for artists planning their own studio events.

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US 160 pavement project improves safety in northeast Arizona
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ADOT and the Navajo Nation repaved 24 miles of US 160, upgraded bridge rail and shoulders, and added safety features to improve driving in northeastern Arizona.

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Do we learn more from people who disagree with us? | The Ethical Life podcast

Do we learn more from people who disagree with us? | The Ethical Life podcast

🎧 The hosts examine how civil debate, genuine curiosity and shared interests can turn differences in values or politics into opportunities for deeper understanding.

Which directors can get just about any movie produced? | Streamed & Screened podcast

Which directors can get just about any movie produced? | Streamed & Screened podcast

Getting a movie made can cost a lot of money, so studios are apprehensive about greenlighting projects. Directors like Christopher Nolan get to skip to the front of the line.

What should we actually feel guilty about? | The Ethical Life podcast

What should we actually feel guilty about? | The Ethical Life podcast

🎧 Religion once provided clearer boundaries for right and wrong. The hosts discuss whether secular culture can create equally effective paths toward responsibility and forgiveness.

Did we need a fourth season of 'Ted Lasso'? | Streamed & Screened podcast

Did we need a fourth season of 'Ted Lasso'? | Streamed & Screened podcast

"Ted Lasso" is hardly the only show to reboot after calling it quits, but after starting the fourth season, we're wondering if a return to Richmond was necessary.

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4 recipes for when your garden just keeps giving you cucumbers

4 recipes for when your garden just keeps giving you cucumbers

If you’re dealing with an overload of cukes, perhaps these recipes will help you out of your pickle.

Google Maps will show 'Lake America' in US, not 'Ontario'

Google Maps will show 'Lake America' in US, not 'Ontario'

Trump announced Thursday that he changed the name of the smallest of the five Great Lakes in an escalating trade feud with Canada.

How China could benefit from a divided Canada-U.S. trade relationship

How China could benefit from a divided Canada-U.S. trade relationship

As the United States reshapes its global ambitions and trade alliances, this could have broad implications – and potentially even benefits – for China. Centre for Strategic Statecraft co-founder and CEO Vina Nadjibulla breaks it down.

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