Arizona men's basketball's five-star class of 2026 guard is excited to join the Wildcats next year, saying he envisions himself being in the same Final Four position next season.
- Arizona Daily Star
As Arizona heads to the Final Four, here’s a look at unexpected Wildcats cameos in movies and TV — from Sandra Bullock’s iconic sweatshirt in “Speed” to appearances by Will Ferrell and more.
- Howard Fischer
A day before Arizona was to recognize César Chávez Day, state lawmakers revoked the holiday. Gov. Katie Hobbs said she will sign the legislation.
- Arizona Daily Star
A Tucson man linked to the theft of more than a half-ton of copper wire during a 2025 spree has been sentenced to five years in prison.
- Justin Spears
Arizona defensive end Tre Smith — aka "Mr. Redline" — wasn't expecting to be playing for the Wildcats in 2026, but a season-ending shoulder injury became "an absolute blessing."
- Christopher Weber Associated Press
A U.S. Marine is charged with stealing ammo and weapons at California’s Camp Pendleton — including a shoulder-fired missile system — and conspiring to sell them in Arizona.
- Bruce Pascoe
Arizona had only a combined seven games missed by members of its eight-player rotation all season, keeping the Wildcats largely intact during their 35 wins this season.
- Howard Fischer
The Arizona Supreme Court refused to disturb an Appeals Court ruling over a county supervisor's push for immunity for his push to hand-count ballots in Mojave County.
- Howard Fischer
Arizona lawmakers are advancing a bill that would make it a crime to mail or receive abortion pills, potentially penalizing both providers and patients. The proposal is raising constitutional questions after voters approved abortion rights in 2024.
- Emily Bregel
Pima County Sheriff Chris Nanos has assured the public his deputies don't collaborate with federal immigration authorities. But a recent court filing in an ongoing lawsuit highlights several incidents in which local deputies called Border Patrol after interacting with Spanish speakers who we…
Tim Steller's column: Credibility lost along with water in serious Tucson leak- Tim Steller
For Star subscribers: A leak cost Tucson maybe a million gallons of potable water as it dragged for nearly a week. It's a reminder the city has yet to embody a Democratic model of excellent governance.
- Jaidyn Martinez Arizona Sonoran News
A new University of Arizona exhibit highlights the bold, often censored work of artist Bailey Doogan, known for her raw depictions of aging and the human body. Despite ongoing controversy, her legacy continues to spark conversation about beauty, identity and feminism.
- Jackson Hirz Arizona Sonoran News
Arizona sees gains in education, health care jobs; losses in mining, communications.
- Tony Davis
Out in the Avra Valley, about 30 miles northwest of Tucson, a wide swath of water pours down a fenced-off canal about 80 feet wide.
- Charles Borla
Thousands in Tucson joined “No Kings” protests Saturday across the U.S. and in Europe.
- Justin Spears
The Arizona men's basketball team held a rally with fans outside of McKale Center. UA forward Koa Peat was the first Wildcat off the team bus. (Video by Justin Spears / Tucson.com)
- Howard Fischer
PHOENIX — State fire officials unveiled a new network of cameras using artificial intelligence in hopes of spotting wildfires before they get too big.
- Justin Spears
With new ownership and coaching, the Tucson Sugar Skulls want to "put the league on notice that we're a different team this year."
- Arizona Daily Star
A recent heatwave that smothered Tucson and Southern Arizona this month left behind a trail of new heat records for March.
- Henry Brean
When someone goes missing in Southern Arizona, it's time for the team at Southwest Rescue Dogs, Inc. to shake a leg.
- Howard Fischer
PHOENIX— Arizonans won't be driving on the Charlie Kirk Loop 202.
- Bruce Pascoe
Scouting report for Arizona men's basketball vs. Purdue on Saturday in the Elite Eight of the NCAA Tournament in San Jose.
- Howard Fischer
Arizona lawmakers voted to eliminate the César Chávez holiday ahead of March 31, citing recent abuse allegations, while rejecting efforts to rename it in honor of farmworkers. The move has sparked emotional debate, with Democrats warning it erases the legacy of farmworker communities.
- Arizona Daily Star
A Tucson middle school teacher and girls high school assistant basketball coach has been arrested on suspicion of 10 counts of sexual exploitation of a minor.
- Associated Press
Savannah Guthrie will return next month to NBC’s “Today,” two months after her 84-year-old mother's apparent abduction from her Tucson home.
- Bruce Pascoe
At 35-2, Arizona will face second-seeded Purdue (30-8) Saturday for a berth in the Final Four, where the Wildcats haven’t been since reaching the 2001 championship game.
- Gabriela Rico
The 16,056-square-foot location in the Oracle and Wetmore Shopping Center was previously occupied by Jo-Ann Fabrics & Crafts.
- Natalie Ogami Cronkite News Service
More than 18,000 comments are pouring in on a controversial federal plan to divide the shrinking Colorado River, with critics across the West warning it could hit Arizona especially hard. As drought deepens and negotiations stall, a high-stakes water fight is looming.
- Jacques Billeaud Associated Press
Arizona man who set a man on fire during a 2002 attack is scheduled to be executed in May.
- Tim Steller
For Star subscribers: The Democrat-dominated Pima County Board of Supervisors may not try to oust Dem Sheriff Chris Nanos, though some want to. Plus, more on Oro Valley elections and Turning Point USA.