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Analysis: These 9 TUSD schools are at highest risk of merging or closing

Analysis: These 9 TUSD schools are at highest risk of merging or closing

  • Sierra Blaser

For Star subscribers: Tucson Unified School District is likely months away from deciding which schools are being considered for closure or consolidating, but an analysis of district data by the Star identifies nine campuses struggling with finances and enrollment.

Arizona football report card: Check out Wildcats’ grades vs. BYU, then enter yours

Arizona football report card: Check out Wildcats’ grades vs. BYU, then enter yours

  • Michael Lev

The grades are in for the Arizona Wildcats’ 28-17 loss at No. 15 BYU on Saturday. After checking out our grades and comments, try our interactive feature and submit yours.

Dillon Brooks hosts youth camp in Mesa ahead of Suns training camp

Dillon Brooks hosts youth camp in Mesa ahead of Suns training camp

  • Jorge I. Guajardo Arizona Republic

Dillon Brooks hosted a youth basketball camp for nearly 300 kids in Phoenix, blending basketball training with lessons on mental wellness and physical care.

Photos: The Week That Was

Photos: The Week That Was

  • Kelly Presnell

The Week That Was, September 9-12, 2026, Tucson, Ariz.

Photos: Nearly 1,500 Tucsonans participate in the 9/11 Tower Challenge

Photos: Nearly 1,500 Tucsonans participate in the 9/11 Tower Challenge

  • Grace Trejo

Nearly 1500 participants walk, climb and run 2071 steps, representing the 110 floors of the Twin Towers on Friday morning. 

Photos: 12th annual Readers' Choice Awards at Casino Del Sol

Photos: 12th annual Readers' Choice Awards at Casino Del Sol

  • Grace Trejo

The Arizona Daily Star Readers' Choice Awards returned to Casino Del Sol with a "Legends of the West" theme for the 12th annual award ceremony on Friday night. 

College football rewind: Coaching woes for Oregon and UW; the Big 12's bully

College football rewind: Coaching woes for Oregon and UW; the Big 12's bully

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Analysis: These 9 TUSD schools are at highest risk of merging or closing

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Marana High School mourns loss of Corey Roper, 15

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Analysis: These 9 TUSD schools are at highest risk of merging or closing

Analysis: These 9 TUSD schools are at highest risk of merging or closing

For Star subscribers: Tucson Unified School District is likely months away from deciding which schools are being considered for closure or consolidating, but an analysis of district data by the Star identifies nine campuses struggling with finances and enrollment.

Santa Rita's losing streak avoids Tucson record | Greg Hansen

Santa Rita's losing streak avoids Tucson record | Greg Hansen

Greg Hansen’s notebook: Tucson prep football has seen numerous teams finish seasons without a win in the past century, including Santa Rita, which just snapped its losing streak.

5 takeaways from Arizona football’s 28-17 loss to No. 15 BYU | Michael Lev

5 takeaways from Arizona football’s 28-17 loss to No. 15 BYU | Michael Lev

Michael Lev column: Five takeaways from Arizona’s 28-17 loss to No. 15 BYU, including second-half changes, a questionable decision and a receiving corps that didn’t step up

On Arizona’s massive opportunity at BYU and other Week 2 thoughts | Michael Lev

On Arizona’s massive opportunity at BYU and other Week 2 thoughts | Michael Lev

Michael Lev column: Quick hits, key themes, snarky commentary and more on Arizona’s Big 12 opener at No. 15 BYU and other happenings around the conference.

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Tucson has 30 National Merit Scholarship finalists

Tucson has 30 National Merit Scholarship finalists

Thirty Tucson seniors have been named National Merit Scholarship semifinalists, competing among over 16,000 nationwide.

How Arizona’s Prop 320 would change classroom spending

How Arizona’s Prop 320 would change classroom spending

Arizona school districts could be required to spend at least 60% of their operating budgets on classroom instruction under Proposition 320.

Tohono O'odham stand firm against bigger border wall

Tohono O'odham stand firm against bigger border wall

Federal officials say the Roosevelt Reservation. — a 60-foot band of land on the border — includes Tohono O'odham land, justifying a larger border wall. But a Trump memorandum authorizing its use for border security specifically excluded “Federal Indian Reservations.”

Nonprofit honors Kiah Begaye after fatal AZ crash

Nonprofit honors Kiah Begaye after fatal AZ crash

A woman killed alongside her husband and two children in a car crash on Sept. 7 was remembered as “a true pillar and leader.”

Sunnyside warns parents about 'Cat in the Hat' trend

Sunnyside warns parents about 'Cat in the Hat' trend

Sunnyside Unified School District sent a warning to families regarding a viral, nationwide social media hoax known as the "Cat in the Hat" trend.

Arizona Daily Star on this date: September 13

Arizona Daily Star on this date: September 13

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

Tucson's Top Stories: September 13

Tucson's Top Stories: September 13

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

Buttigieg Talks Reform At JoAnna Mendoza Rally

Buttigieg Talks Reform At JoAnna Mendoza Rally

Pete Buttigieg rallied with Tucson Democrats Saturday night, hoping to drum up support for the closely-watched Congressional District 6 race between JoAnna Mendoza and two-term Republican Juan Ciscomani.

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Analysis: These 9 TUSD schools are at highest risk of merging or closing

Analysis: These 9 TUSD schools are at highest risk of merging or closing

  • Sierra Blaser

For Star subscribers: Tucson Unified School District is likely months away from deciding which schools are being considered for closure or consolidating, but an analysis of district data by the Star identifies nine campuses struggling with finances and enrollment.

  • How Arizona’s Prop 320 would change classroom spending
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US LBM Coaches Poll: Texas win over Ohio State reshapes playoff debate

Arizona Wildcats’ sports schedule for Sept. 14-20

Arizona Wildcats’ sports schedule for Sept. 14-20

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Arizona's (non-UA) top sports games this week

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Arizona Daily Star on this date: September 13

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College football rewind: Coaching woes for Oregon and UW; the Big 12's bully

College football rewind: Coaching woes for Oregon and UW; the Big 12's bully

Instant reaction to Week 2 developments on the field, with a bonus item ...

Santa Rita's losing streak avoids Tucson record | Greg Hansen

Santa Rita's losing streak avoids Tucson record | Greg Hansen

Greg Hansen’s notebook: Tucson prep football has seen numerous teams finish seasons without a win in the past century, including Santa Rita, which just snapped its losing streak.

Lev’s Top 25, Week 2: Texas leapfrogs Ohio State; Oregon, Arizona drop out of ranking

Lev’s Top 25, Week 2: Texas leapfrogs Ohio State; Oregon, Arizona drop out of ranking

Michael Lev’s college football Top 25 (plus five) for Week 2: Texas leapfrogs Ohio State; Oregon falls all the way out of the ranking after stumbling at Oklahoma State.

Arizona Wildcats’ sports schedule for Sept. 14-20

Arizona Wildcats’ sports schedule for Sept. 14-20

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ADOT announces Sept. 11-14 closures and lane restrictions on Loop 101, Loop 202, Loop 303, SR 51 and SR 347 in the Phoenix area. Drivers should plan detours.

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🎧 Some ethical decisions arrive without warning. We revisit four dilemmas that ask what you would do when the right choice isn't immediately obvious.

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With summer largely over, it’s time to turn our attention back to the start of awards season, which kicks off with the 78th Primetime Emmy Awards on Sept. 14.

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🎧 The hosts debate whether AI-powered license plate readers provide meaningful public protection or create unacceptable risks involving privacy, misuse and concentrated power.

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

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Fall's 26 biggest movies, from Oscar hopefuls to spooky sequels

Fall's 26 biggest movies, from Oscar hopefuls to spooky sequels

The fall movie season might not break the bank like the summer box office just did, but there's plenty to look forward to in theaters.

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More people will be able to get a bite out of Girl Scout Cookie season next year thanks to two new, first-of-their-kind treats in the annual lineup.

Every new and returning TV show to watch in September 2026

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Here's a roundup of every major premiere and return series hitting screens this month so you can plan what to stream next.

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