Skip to main contentSkip to main content
Arizona Daily Star
89°
  • Sign in
  • Subscribe Now
  • Manage account
  • Logout
    • Manage account
    • e-Newspaper
    • Logout
  • News
    • Sign up for newsletters
    • Local
    • Arizona
    • Business
    • Crime
    • Nation & World
    • Markets & Stocks
    • SaddleBrooke
    • Politics
    • Archives
    • News Tip
  • Arizona Daily Star
    • E-edition
    • E-edition-Tutorial
    • Archives
    • Special Sections
    • Merchandise
    • Circulars
    • Readers' Choice Awards
    • Buyer's Edge
  • Obituaries
    • Share Your Story
    • Recent Obituaries
    • Find an Obituary
  • Opinion
    • Submit a Letter
    • Submit guest opinion
    • Letters to the Editor
    • Opinion & Editorials
    • National Columnists
  • Sports
    • Arizona Wildcats
    • Greg Hansen
    • High Schools
    • Roadrunners
  • Lifestyles
    • Events Calendar
    • Arts & Theatre
    • Food & Cooking
    • Movies & TV
    • Movie Listings
    • Music
    • Comics
    • Games
    • Columns
    • Play
    • Home & Gardening
    • Health
    • Get Healthy
    • Parenting
    • Fashion
    • People
    • Pets
    • Travel
    • Faith
    • Retro Tucson
    • History
    • Travel
    • Outdoors & Rec
    • Community Pages
  • Brand Ave. Studios
  • Join the community
    • News tip
    • Share video
  • Buy & Sell
    • Place an Ad
    • Shop Local
    • Jobs
    • Homes
    • Marketplace
    • I Love A Deal
  • Shopping
  • Customer Service
    • Manage My Account
    • Newsletter Sign-Up
    • Subscribe
    • Contact us
  • Mobile Apps
  • Weather: Live Radar
  • Facebook
  • Twitter
  • Bluesky
  • YouTube
  • Pinterest
  • Instagram
© 2026 Lee Enterprises
Terms of Service | Privacy Policy
Arizona Daily Star
News+
Read Today's E-edition
Arizona Daily Star
News+
  • Log In
  • $1 for 3 months
    Subscribe Now
    • Manage account
    • e-Newspaper
    • Logout
  • E-edition
  • News
  • Obituaries
  • Opinion
  • Wildcats
  • Lifestyles
  • Newsletters
  • Comics & Puzzles
  • Buyer's Edge
  • Jobs
  • 89° Sunny
  • Local
  • Crime
  • State
  • Politics
  • Business
  • Education
  • Nation & World

Crime-courts

Mike Pence criticizes Trump's 'lawfare' fund that may help Jan. 6 rioters

Mike Pence criticizes Trump's 'lawfare' fund that may help Jan. 6 rioters

  • USA Today - Vertical

The former vice president spoke out against the $1.7 billion fund as part of President Donald Trump's lawsuit against his own IRS.

US Supreme Court rebuffs Virginia Democrats' bid for new voting map

US Supreme Court rebuffs Virginia Democrats' bid for new voting map

  • John Kruzel Reuters

The state Supreme Court on May 8 threw out the voter-approved map, ruling in favor of Republicans who challenged it.

US plans to unveil criminal charges against Raul Castro, official says

US plans to unveil criminal charges against Raul Castro, official says

  • Jana Winter and Andrew Goudsward Reuters

The ⁠Trump administration calls the current communist-run government corrupt and incompetent and seeks to replace it, despite ongoing talks.

Harvey Weinstein's third New York rape trial ends in mistrial 

Harvey Weinstein's third New York rape trial ends in mistrial 

  • Luc Cohen and Jack Queen Reuters

Harvey Weinstein's third trial in New York over allegations he used his Hollywood clout to prey upon and sexually abuse women ended in a mistrial on Friday. 

Supreme Court lets abortion pill mail delivery continue

Supreme Court lets abortion pill mail delivery continue

  • Andrew Chung Reuters

For now, the court restored a 2023 federal rule — challenged by Republican-governed Louisiana — that made access to mifepristone easier.

Alex Murdaugh wins new murder trial after S.C. Supreme Court ruling

Alex Murdaugh wins new murder trial after S.C. Supreme Court ruling

  • Michael M. DeWitt, Jr. Greenville News

It will now be up to the S.C. Attorney General's Office to decide if it wishes to retry the case or dismiss it.

Pima County official: Nanos angry she gave FBI info in Guthrie case

Pima County official: Nanos angry she gave FBI info in Guthrie case

  • Stephanie Murray Arizona Republic

A Pima County official said Sheriff Chris Nanos scolded her for providing information to the FBI because it created new leads for his department to pursue in its search for Nancy Guthrie.

Courts keep striking down tariffs. Why aren't prices dropping too?

Courts keep striking down tariffs. Why aren't prices dropping too?

    The Trump administration still has other avenues to implement the import taxes that are a cornerstone of the president's economic policy.

    Affordability beats other top issues for MAHA voters, poll finds

    Affordability beats other top issues for MAHA voters, poll finds

      A new poll shows 61% of voters say health costs will have a "major impact" on their vote in November's midterm elections.

      Oil Just Crossed $100 a Barrel — Americans Brace for Gas Spike

      Oil Just Crossed $100 a Barrel — Americans Brace for Gas Spike

        Oil prices have crossed back above $100 a barrel as the Iran-Hormuz standoff intensifies, with Brent at $100.06 and WTI at $94.81. JP Morgan warns a full Strait of Hormuz closure could push oil to $130 — taking gasoline above $5 in many US states. Every $10 oil move adds roughly $0.25 to a g…

        ICE Separation Finally Ended

        ICE Separation Finally Ended

          Allan Michael Marrero reunites with his husband after 150 days in ICE detention.

          ICE investigation in Norwood ends in 2 arrests; one man claims mistaken identity

          ICE investigation in Norwood ends in 2 arrests; one man claims mistaken identity

            The first video shows ICE agents chasing a man down the street Thursday afternoon. Agents eventually catch up to him and tackle him to the ground.

            US trade court rules Trump tariffs illegal, but issues narrow block

            US trade court rules Trump tariffs illegal, but issues narrow block

              Small businesses argued the new tariffs were an attempt to sidestep a landmark U.S. Supreme Court decision.

              Video shows advocates thwarting ICE arrest in Columbia County

              Video shows advocates thwarting ICE arrest in Columbia County

                The Columbia County Sanctuary Movement said it helped prevent several detentions by U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement agents this week, calling the incident a “victory” for its rapid response team. The immigrant rights group said it prevented ICE agents from detaining four constructio…

                Local News

                Photos: Graduation for the Vail Academy and High School

                Photos: Graduation for the Vail Academy and High School

                Thirty-one seniors took the walk during graduation ceremonies for the Vail Academy and High School, May 19, 2026, Tucson, Ariz.

                Photos: Advocates voice support for Tucson DACA recipient detained by ICE

                Photos: Advocates voice support for Tucson DACA recipient detained by ICE

                Mo Goldman, immigration attorney representing DACA recipient Karla Toledo, held a press conference near the U.S. Immigration & Customs Enforcement Office in Tucson on Wednesday afternoon. 

                Faculty told to contact U of A police if outside law officers come on campus

                Faculty told to contact U of A police if outside law officers come on campus

                University of Arizona officials with the Office of Public Safety told faculty senators in the spring to contact the University of Arizona Police Department immediately in case “non-university law enforcement” officials show up on campus and enter classrooms and other university spaces.

                Arizona Daily Star on this date: May 21

                Arizona Daily Star on this date: May 21

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

                State & Regional

                Company that sold services to veterans settles Arizona complaint for $2M

                Company that sold services to veterans settles Arizona complaint for $2M

                PHOENIX — A company that said it can help veterans secure higher benefits has agreed to a penalty of nearly $2 million to settle a complaint it was defrauding customers.

                Man faces sex-conduct charge in Arizona morgue break-in

                Man faces sex-conduct charge in Arizona morgue break-in

                Police say 11 body bags were opened during Phoenix morgue break-in early Wednesday, and some were ‘touched.’

                Flagstaff mom admitted to killing toddler, freezing him, court files say

                Flagstaff mom admitted to killing toddler, freezing him, court files say

                A Flagstaff woman admitted to police that she killed her toddler, wrapped him in a blanket and stored his body in a freezer for weeks, according to court documents.

                Arizona AG considers suing governor, lawmakers over diversion of opioid funds

                Arizona AG considers suing governor, lawmakers over diversion of opioid funds

                PHOENIX — Attorney General Kris Mayes says she is weighing whether to sue Gov. Katie Hobbs and the Legislature over what she calls illegal diversion of funds the state got in a nationwide settlement with opioid manufacturers, distributors and pharmacies.

                Nation & World

                GOP leaders abruptly cancel House vote on Iran war powers, shielding Trump from rebuke

                GOP leaders abruptly cancel House vote on Iran war powers, shielding Trump from rebuke

                House GOP leaders abruptly canceled a vote Thursday on a resolution to limit Trump’s war powers in Iran just as Republicans were on the verge of losing the vote.

                Republican revolt over Trump 'weaponization' fund stalls ICE funding vote

                Republican revolt over Trump 'weaponization' fund stalls ICE funding vote

                Senate Republicans abandoned plans to vote on an ICE funding bill Thursday in an act of revolt over one of Trump's priorities: a $1.8B fund for victims of government "weaponization."

                Trump says US will send additional 5,000 troops to Poland

                Trump says US will send additional 5,000 troops to Poland

                The U.S. has been reviewing its troop presence in Europe and was long expected to scale it back.

                'Neither snow nor rain' stops the mail. But USPS has a bigger problem

                'Neither snow nor rain' stops the mail. But USPS has a bigger problem

                After 251 years, the USPS is still a vital government function, even as it faces a financial crisis that forced it to temporarily pause pension plan payments and raise prices.

                Recommended For You

                Hotel on the rise at Tucson’s Uptown project

                Hotel on the rise at Tucson’s Uptown project

                Photos: The Antiques Roadshow makes a stop in Tucson

                Photos: The Antiques Roadshow makes a stop in Tucson

                Woman on turbulent Phoenix flight sues airline

                Woman on turbulent Phoenix flight sues airline

                Interact With Us

                Explore local history with our digital newspaper archives!

                Explore local history with our digital newspaper archives!

                Visit our online archives for thousands of historical articles, obituaries and announcements.

                Crime

                23 photos from inside the Macon County Jail through the years

                23 photos from inside the Macon County Jail through the years

                Check out the inside of the Macon County Jail through photos from the Herald & Review archives. More archive photos at herald-review.com.

                Wellsville man accused of giving drugs to Pharaoh's witness faces new charges

                Wellsville man accused of giving drugs to Pharaoh's witness faces new charges

                A new indictment has added two kidnapping and six witness tampering charges against an Allegany County man under federal investigation since a government witness in the Pharaoh’s strip club case turned up dead in his home.

                Prosecutors say Wellsville man tampered with government witnesses

                Prosecutors say Wellsville man tampered with government witnesses

                Assistant U.S. Attorney Nicholas Cooper told a judge that his office intends to file witness tampering charges against Simon P. Gogolack 39, of Wellsville.

                Wellsville man accused of giving drugs to Pharaoh's witness who died

                Wellsville man accused of giving drugs to Pharaoh's witness who died

                A Southern Tier man with a history of drug-related charges has become entangled in the FBI’s probe into the death of a government witness in the Pharaoh’s strip club case.

                Partner

                Provided
                Most American Homeowners Aren't Using Their Backyards, New Survey Finds

                Most American Homeowners Aren't Using Their Backyards, New Survey Finds

                Provided content. A new national survey finds most U.S. homeowners underuse their outdoor spaces. The reasons reveal a bigger problem with how American backyards are built.

                Sponsored
                This fashion-forward new footwear brand is trending

                This fashion-forward new footwear brand is trending

                Content by Kelley Kouture. This Richmond, Virginia–based brand introduces a refined new perspective in luxury footwear.

                Provided
                The Hidden Economic Cost of America's Skilled Trades Shortage

                The Hidden Economic Cost of America's Skilled Trades Shortage

                Provided content. The skilled trades gap is costing the U.S. economy billions and quietly reshaping housing, infrastructure, and regional growth. Here’s the data.

                Partner
                How AI Tools Are Helping Creators Improve Writing and Digital Content

                How AI Tools Are Helping Creators Improve Writing and Digital Content

                Provided content. Learn how creators are using AI tools to improve their writing and digital content. 

                Shopping

                How to Buy WLFI Token: Full Beginner Guide

                How to Buy WLFI Token: Full Beginner Guide

                Affiliate. Learn how to buy WLFI Token in this step by step guide for beginners. 

                Solana Wallet for Beginners (2025): Setup, Safety, Staking & Swaps

                Solana Wallet for Beginners (2025): Setup, Safety, Staking & Swaps

                Affiliate. Learn how to create and use a Solana wallet, stake SOL, swap tokens, bridge assets, and stay secure with Best Wallet’s multi-chain features.

                Web3 Wallet for Beginners: How to Set Up, Stay Safe, and Pick the Right App

                Web3 Wallet for Beginners: How to Set Up, Stay Safe, and Pick the Right App

                Affiliate. Learn what a Web3 wallet is, how to set one up, and how to stay safe while exploring DeFi, NFTs, and new crypto coins with beginner‑friendly apps like Best Wallet.​

                Which Crypto May Boom in 2025? A Look at What’s Trending

                Which Crypto May Boom in 2025? A Look at What’s Trending

                Affiliate. Find out which crypto coins you should watch closely in 2025. 

                Crime

                Drivers are fast and Tucson's furious

                Drivers are fast and Tucson's furious

                Tucson police are using a multi-level approach to curb street racing and takeovers. 

                Man, 22, arrested in Pima County homicide

                Man, 22, arrested in Pima County homicide

                A man wanted in a homicide investigation was arrested Wednesday on suspicion of first-degree murder and possession of drug paraphernalia, the Pima County Sheriff's Department said.

                Inmate in Tucson prison killings could face death penalty

                Inmate in Tucson prison killings could face death penalty

                The Pinal County Attorney’s Office intends to seek the death penalty against Ricky Wassenaar, who had publicly claimed that he killed three men in a Tucson prison.

                Person of interest sought in Pima County homicide investigation

                Person of interest sought in Pima County homicide investigation

                The Pima County Sheriff’s Department is asking for the public's help to find a "person of interest" in a homicide investigation.

                Politics

                Company that sold services to veterans settles Arizona complaint for $2M

                Company that sold services to veterans settles Arizona complaint for $2M

                PHOENIX — A company that said it can help veterans secure higher benefits has agreed to a penalty of nearly $2 million to settle a complaint it was defrauding customers.

                South Tucson seeks probe of ICE pepper-spray incident

                South Tucson seeks probe of ICE pepper-spray incident

                South Tucson seeks probe from other agencies of ICE pepper-spraying incident during traffic stop.

                Arizona AG considers suing governor, lawmakers over diversion of opioid funds

                Arizona AG considers suing governor, lawmakers over diversion of opioid funds

                PHOENIX — Attorney General Kris Mayes says she is weighing whether to sue Gov. Katie Hobbs and the Legislature over what she calls illegal diversion of funds the state got in a nationwide settlement with opioid manufacturers, distributors and pharmacies.

                Kari Lake starting over in Jamaica as political, legal losses mount

                Kari Lake starting over in Jamaica as political, legal losses mount

                If the U.S. Senate allows it, Kari Lake could ride out the end of the Trump era from the beaches of Jamaica.

                Arizona Daily Star
                • Facebook
                • Twitter
                • Bluesky
                • YouTube
                • Instagram
                • Arizona Daily Star Store
                • This is Tucson
                • Saddlebag Notes
                • Tucson Festival of Books
                Prefer us on Google

                Sites & Partners

                • E-edition
                • Classifieds
                • Events calendar
                • Careers @ Lee Enterprises
                • Careers @ Gannett
                • Online Features
                • Sponsored Blogs
                • Get Healthy

                Services

                • Advertise with us
                • Register
                • Contact us
                • RSS feeds
                • Newsletters
                • Photo reprints
                • Subscriber services
                • Subscription FAQ
                • Licensing
                • Shopping
                © Copyright 2026 Arizona Daily Star, PO Box 26887 Tucson, AZ 85726-6887
                Terms of Use | Privacy Policy | Advertising Terms of Use | Do Not Sell My Info | Cookie Preferences
                Powered by BLOX Content Management System from bloxdigital.com.
                • Notifications
                • Settings
                You don't have any notifications.

                Get up-to-the-minute news sent straight to your device.

                Topics

                News Alerts

                Breaking News