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Tucson Speaks Out: October 21

Tucson Speaks Out: October 21

    Lawmaker trades threats, abuse

    TUSD announces second school up for closure

    TUSD announces second school up for closure

    • Sierra Blaser

    Tucson Unified School District plans to close Dunham Elementary School and consolidate its students into Marshall Elementary starting in the 2027-28 school year as part of a district-wide consolidation strategy.

    Tucson’s TV/radio sports best bets: Wednesday, Oct. 21

    Tucson’s TV/radio sports best bets: Wednesday, Oct. 21

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    What to watch and listen to in the sports world for today.

    ‘Wonderland of Rocks’ becomes Arizona’s newest national park

    ‘Wonderland of Rocks’ becomes Arizona’s newest national park

    • Henry Brean

    Chiricahua is going to need a bunch of new signs.

    Arizona-ASU Game 62: Wildcats make a miraculous catch to extend ASU dominance

    Arizona-ASU Game 62: Wildcats make a miraculous catch to extend ASU dominance

    • Arizona Daily Star

    UA’s Derek Hill made a jaw-dropping 55-yard touchdown catch just before halftime, giving the Wildcats a late lead and turning the tide after ASU had taken the lead moments earlier.

    Jay'Vion Cole 'has emerged as a great leader' for Arizona football

    Jay'Vion Cole 'has emerged as a great leader' for Arizona football

    • Justin Spears

    Arizona cornerback Jay'Vion Cole "shows up every single day like a professional" and has become one of the Wildcats' top defensive players. 

    USDA plans to resume imports of Mexican cattle at Nogales port of entry

    USDA plans to resume imports of Mexican cattle at Nogales port of entry

    • By Tom Polansek Reuters

    The U.S. Department of Agriculture plans to resume cattle imports from Mexico at two additional U.S. ports of entry, after halting shipments last year in an attempt to keep out the flesh-eating parasite New World screwworm, the agency said  Tuesday.

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    Trump signs law creating Chiricahua National Park in Arizona

    TUSD announces second school up for closure

    TUSD announces second school up for closure

    USDA plans to resume imports of Mexican cattle at Nogales port of entry

    USDA plans to resume imports of Mexican cattle at Nogales port of entry

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    Marana Tigers knock off Tucson Badgers for 5A Sonoran lead

    Marana Tigers knock off Tucson Badgers for 5A Sonoran lead

    Marana, Tanque Verde, Palo Verde, Pusch Ridge and the performances of five Southern Arizona quarterbacks overcoming the wind on Friday make up Week 8's high school football standouts.

    Tanque Verde conquers wind, Tombstone, sets up rematch with top-ranked Willcox

    Tanque Verde conquers wind, Tombstone, sets up rematch with top-ranked Willcox

    No. 14 Tanque Verde took down No. 23 Tombstone on Friday in extremely windy conditions, setting up a final-week showdown with No. 1 Willcox on the road on Friday.

    Noah Fifita closing in on Arizona quarterback wins record | Greg Hansen

    Noah Fifita closing in on Arizona quarterback wins record | Greg Hansen

    Greg Hansen’s notebook: Noah Fifita is just one win away from matching Bruce Hill's Arizona QB wins record of 26. Here’s where he ranks among Arizona greats.

    Cienega’s Abby Chandler leads by example on and off the golf course

    Cienega’s Abby Chandler leads by example on and off the golf course

    Cienega golfer Abby Chandler has won nine matches this season and ranks sixth in Division II competition. A three-time state qualifier, she leads by example on and off the course.

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    Arizona Daily Star on this date: October 21

    Arizona Daily Star on this date: October 21

    See the A1 covers from the past for this day in history.

    2 aircraft incidents in Arizona end with pilots walking away

    2 aircraft incidents in Arizona end with pilots walking away

    Arizona saw at least two aircraft incidents over the last couple of days where the pilots survived and were ultimately able to walk away from the wreckage.

    Tucson's Top Stories: October 21

    Tucson's Top Stories: October 21

    Get your morning recap of today's local news and read the full stories here: tucne.ws/morning

    October 20 recap: Tucson news you may have missed today

    October 20 recap: Tucson news you may have missed today

    Get a recap of Tuesday's local news stories from Arizona Daily Star.

    Tim Steller’s column: Pima County’s surplus spending a window into Prop. 425

    Tim Steller’s column: Pima County’s surplus spending a window into Prop. 425

    For Star subscribers: Pima County is asking voters to up their spending capacity by about $610 million. When you see how they eagerly spent an extra $13 million this month, it makes you wonder.

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    Newly Listed Homes near Marana, AZ — Updated Oct. 20, 2026

    A look at the newest homes for sale near Marana, AZ. Browse the newest listings, with photos and prices, and see what's new on the market this week.

    Falling water, falling visits: Arizona town faces uncertain future

    Falling water, falling visits: Arizona town faces uncertain future

    PAGE — Mike Farrow looked at the kids running across the emerald-green grass of this unlikely desert town and wondered what their future held.

    Windblown debris kills Taliesin West visitor

    Windblown debris kills Taliesin West visitor

    Vidal Martins wants to know how a piece of acrylic came loose at Taliesin West and killed his colleague during a tour at the historic Scottsdale home.

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    ‘Wonderland of Rocks’ becomes Arizona’s newest national park

    ‘Wonderland of Rocks’ becomes Arizona’s newest national park

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    Arizona-ASU Game 62: Wildcats make a miraculous catch to extend ASU dominance

    Arizona-ASU Game 62: Wildcats make a miraculous catch to extend ASU dominance

    UA’s Derek Hill made a jaw-dropping 55-yard touchdown catch just before halftime, giving the Wildcats a late lead and turning the tide after ASU had taken the lead moments earlier.

    Tucson's Top Sports Stories: October 21

    Tucson's Top Sports Stories: October 21

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    Jay'Vion Cole 'has emerged as a great leader' for Arizona football

    Jay'Vion Cole 'has emerged as a great leader' for Arizona football

    Arizona cornerback Jay'Vion Cole "shows up every single day like a professional" and has become one of the Wildcats' top defensive players. 

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