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Health and Medicine

These organizations support breast cancer survivors in Tucson

These organizations support breast cancer survivors in Tucson

  • Christine Holtgreive

Susan G. Komen, a breast cancer foundation, and the Tucson Cancer Conquerors, a group for cancer patients and survivors, are offering support and resources to the Tucson-area community. 

Science of psychedelics examined at Arizona conference

Science of psychedelics examined at Arizona conference

  • Vic Verbalaitis El Inde Arizona

A Tucson man is working to educate the community on the benefits of psychedelics and alternative medicine through a conference this month. 

Podcast takes a sip out of new cannabis beverages

Podcast takes a sip out of new cannabis beverages

  • Eddie Celaya

Here Weed Go! host Eddie Celaya dives into the world of cannabis beverages.

Partnership hopes to stem tide of kids getting into pot edibles

Partnership hopes to stem tide of kids getting into pot edibles

  • Eddie Celaya

You’ve probably seen the headlines: “Edibles pose risk to children,” or “Rise in calls to poison control centers for marijuana intoxication in kids.” As more states move to legalize cannabis for adults, the number of products (and problems) falling into the hands of children seem to be multiplying.

Pennsylvania transplant credits Tucson with saving his life

Pennsylvania transplant credits Tucson with saving his life

  • Patty Machelor

Desperately sick man came here with hopes of receiving life-saving operation.

TMC voted among nation's best delivery hospitals; second year in a row

TMC voted among nation's best delivery hospitals; second year in a row

  • Patty Machelor

Nearly 650 hospitals providing delivery services were evaluated by U.S. News & World Report as part of an analysis recognized by the National Institutes of Health. 

Compassion meditation for breast cancer survivors focus of new UA study

Compassion meditation for breast cancer survivors focus of new UA study

  • Patty Machelor

The UA College of Nursing and Emory University are collaborating to prove the science behind a longstanding wellness technique 

Arizona flu rates are highest recorded this early in season

    Nearly 18,000 cases have been reported so far, significantly more than the state's five-year cumulative average for this time of year. 

    University of Arizona researchers awarded $7.3M to study long COVID

      The study will follow at least 1,000 individuals over two years to track the progression of post-COVID-19 conditions over time. 

      Pediatric beds full as RSV surges across Arizona

      Pediatric beds full as RSV surges across Arizona

        Respiratory syncytial virus, or RSV, is transmitting at about 10 to 11 times the number typically seen at this time of year in Pima County, compared to a five-year average.

        Tucson Medical Center offers alternative to emergency care for some RSV patients

          The TMCOne pediatric clinics will be offering extended hours for a period of time. Parents — who do not need to be TMCOne patients — are asked to call the clinic ahead of arrival.

          Respiratory infections rising in Tucson, statewide

          Respiratory infections rising in Tucson, statewide

            While hospitals typically see infants and toddlers under age 2 with severe RSV cases, they are now seeing older kids as well.

            Latest pot-cast looks at the tech, minds behind new THC breathalyzer

            Latest pot-cast looks at the tech, minds behind new THC breathalyzer

              How’s it growing folks?! While 19 states (and possibly more after Election Day 2022) have legalized recreational cannabis for adults, it's still against the law to operate a motor vehicle while high.

              Childhood obesity on the rise in Arizona despite efforts

              Childhood obesity on the rise in Arizona despite efforts

                The percentage of adolescents in Arizona with obesity has steadily risen to 13%. Here's what's being done to fight the chronic health issue.

                Local News

                First Down Faith Football Camp

                First Down Faith Football Camp

                About 100 middle school football players got to rub shoulders with several Arizona players, including hosts quarterback Noah Fifita and his brother, Wildcat linebacker Dash, at the second First Down Faith Football Camp, April 17, 2026.

                Photos: First Down Faith Football Camp

                Photos: First Down Faith Football Camp

                About 100 middle school football players got to rub shoulders with several Arizona players, including hosts quarterback Noah Fifita and his brother, Wildcat linebacker Dash, at the second First Down Faith Football Camp, April 17, 2026.

                When presidents came to Buffalo

                When presidents came to Buffalo

                Buffalo has a rich presidential history, from being the home of Millard Fillmore and Grover Cleveland, to the place where William McKinley was killed and Theodore Roosevelt was inaugurated. Almost every president for more than a century has at least paid a visit to Buffalo, either on the cam…

                Photos: Vigil for Anna Garcia

                Photos: Vigil for Anna Garcia

                Several hundred friends, family and community members turned out for an evening vigil for three-year-old Anna Garcia at Silverlake Park, April 16, 2026, Tucson, Ariz. Garcia was killed in a high speed motor vehicle collision on April 10.

                State & Regional

                One GOP candidate for Arizona governor vastly trails in fundraising

                One GOP candidate for Arizona governor vastly trails in fundraising

                Republican gubernatorial hopeful David Schweikert is way behind his ellow GOP challenger Andy Biggs and Democratic incumbent Katie Hobbs in campaign fundraising, filings show.

                Arizona lawmakers vote to bar drones near sporting events, concerts

                Arizona lawmakers vote to bar drones near sporting events, concerts

                An Arizona bill would ban drones within a mile of many events, citing safety concerns — but critics say it goes too far.

                Arizona utility adjusts disconnect rules as part of settlement

                Arizona utility adjusts disconnect rules as part of settlement

                Arizona Public Service has agreed to keep from cutting customer power when the temperature is expected to hit 95 or higher. Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes said she's looking at policies at other utilities in the state too.

                Third-party candidate for Arizona governor can stay on ballot, judge rules

                Third-party candidate for Arizona governor can stay on ballot, judge rules

                PHOENIX — Hugh Lytle can continue to run for the No Labels nomination for governor despite the fact he did not comply with a state law requiring him to list his home address on his paperwork.

                Nation & World

                Millions in the US never finished college. With targeted help, reenrollments are ticking up

                Millions in the US never finished college. With targeted help, reenrollments are ticking up

                While many leave college intending to return, few ultimately do. In recent years, however, colleges and local governments have gotten better at helping them get back on track.

                AP top stories April 17

                AP top stories April 17

                Here's the latest for Friday, April 17th: U.S. and Iran say Strait of Hormuz now open to commercial shipping; Thousands return home amid ceasefire in Lebanon; Accused Charlie Kirk shooter seeks ban on cameras in courtroom; Optimism over Iran war sends stocks soaring.

                A look at investigations into federal officers months after immigration crackdown in Minnesota

                A look at investigations into federal officers months after immigration crackdown in Minnesota

                Minnesota officials are pushing forward with investigations of federal law enforcement officers involved in the Trump administration's immigration crackdown in the Twin Cities.

                Candace Owens accuses Erika Kirk of lying about security threat

                Candace Owens accuses Erika Kirk of lying about security threat

                Conservative commentator Candace Owens challenged Erika Kirk’s stated reason for withdrawing from a Turning Point USA event in Athens, Georgia, citing competing accounts over security and attendance. In posts on X, Owens alleged low ticket sales, while event organizers asserted “serious thre…

                Understaffing at rehab center contributed to ex-legislator's death, family says

                Understaffing at rehab center contributed to ex-legislator's death, family says

                • Patty Machelor

                Herschella Horton went from politically active and 'in perfect health' to rapid decline after spinal surgery in Tucson, her children say in complaint

                Tucson family's experience with rare disease ignites global push to find cure

                Tucson family's experience with rare disease ignites global push to find cure

                • Loni Nannini Special to the Arizona Daily Star

                Three of Mike and Cindy Parseghian's children had Niemann-Pick Type C Disease.

                Keep moving but stay safe during our desert summers

                Keep moving but stay safe during our desert summers

                • Kristina Van Winkle For the Arizona Daily Star

                Use these tips to stay healthy and active during the summer months in Arizona, especially if you prefer not to work out inside.

                Pima County to use wastewater data as COVID-19 'early warning sentinel'

                Pima County to use wastewater data as COVID-19 'early warning sentinel'

                • Patty Machelor

                Knowing a community's SARS-CoV-2 shedding rate in wastewater can help scientists quickly predict rising infections.

                National nonprofit ranks 2 Pima County hospitals as area's safest

                National nonprofit ranks 2 Pima County hospitals as area's safest

                • Patty Machelor

                The most common problems at Tucson-area hospitals include patient falls or injuries, poor communication at the time of discharge, infections after surgery, and inadequate communication from doctors and nurses to patients. 

                Partnership to provide in-home care for some Tucson patients

                Partnership to provide in-home care for some Tucson patients

                • Patty Machelor

                A collaboration between Tucson Medical Center and DispatchHealth to bring in-home care to recently hospitalized patients and in-home urgent care to some residents.

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                U.S. to drastically alter Colorado River releases, Arizona officials warn

                U.S. to drastically alter Colorado River releases, Arizona officials warn

                U of A embarks on $20M project to enhance Student Union, dining halls

                U of A embarks on $20M project to enhance Student Union, dining halls

                These rescued mountain lion cubs now call Tucson’s Desert Museum home

                These rescued mountain lion cubs now call Tucson’s Desert Museum home

                Interact With Us

                Arizona reserve forward Sidi Gueye reportedly hitting transfer portal

                Arizona reserve forward Sidi Gueye reportedly hitting transfer portal

                The springy, energetic potential of Arizona freshman forward Sidi Gueye is headed for further development elsewhere.

                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

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                Understanding No Credit Check Loans and Other Quick Access Alternatives

                Understanding No Credit Check Loans and Other Quick Access Alternatives

                Provided content. In this blog, we’ll look at how no credit check loans work and where other quick-access options fit into the picture.

                Contributor
                9 Simple Office Changes That Can Make Work Better

                9 Simple Office Changes That Can Make Work Better

                Contributor content. Learn how to enhance your workspace with these 9 simple office changes. 

                Provided
                The Unlimited PTO Trap: Why Giving Workers Infinite Time Off Makes Them Take Less

                The Unlimited PTO Trap: Why Giving Workers Infinite Time Off Makes Them Take Less

                Provided content. New survey data reveals that 66% of workers would cap themselves at 15 days or fewer even with unlimited PTO. Here is what employers need to know.

                Contributor
                Prana IV Therapy on Supporting Hydration and Recovery in Scottsdale’s Active Climate

                Prana IV Therapy on Supporting Hydration and Recovery in Scottsdale’s Active Climate

                Contributor content. Prana IV Therapy is a Scottsdale-based IV hydration clinic providing nurse-administered intravenous fluids and nutrient therapy throughout the Phoenix Valley.

                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

                Boy, 15, identified as intruder shot and killed in Tucson police standoff

                Boy, 15, identified as intruder shot and killed in Tucson police standoff

                Authorities say a teen fatally shot by officers during a Tucson standoff had a toy gun wrapped to look real.

                Tucson fugitive dies by suicide

                Tucson fugitive dies by suicide

                A man wanted after firing gunshots at a bail bondsman died of a self-inflicted gunshot wound as a Pima County Sheriff's Department team prepared to arrest him, authorities say.

                Dead man implicated in Tucson killing

                Dead man implicated in Tucson killing

                A man who died in 2014 has been implicated by Tucson police in the killing of a man here 10 years earlier.

                Tucson woman killed in domestic violence attack, police say

                Tucson woman killed in domestic violence attack, police say

                A 28-year-old woman was strangled Monday evening in a domestic violence incident at an apartment in midtown Tucson, police say.

                Politics

                Political Notebook: Sen. Mark Kelly votes to block arms sale to Israel

                Political Notebook: Sen. Mark Kelly votes to block arms sale to Israel

                For Star subscribers: Sen. Mark Kelly, a Tucson Democrat, voted for the first time to block the sale of arms to Israel, in a sign of shifting public opinion. Also, Gallego is under the gun, and more.

                Traffic crossing installed at site of deadly UA crash

                Traffic crossing installed at site of deadly UA crash

                A new pedestrian and bicycle signal was activated Thursday at the street crossing near the University of Arizona campus where three students were struck and killed last year.

                Arizona lawmakers vote to bar drones near sporting events, concerts

                Arizona lawmakers vote to bar drones near sporting events, concerts

                An Arizona bill would ban drones within a mile of many events, citing safety concerns — but critics say it goes too far.

                Arizona utility adjusts disconnect rules as part of settlement

                Arizona utility adjusts disconnect rules as part of settlement

                Arizona Public Service has agreed to keep from cutting customer power when the temperature is expected to hit 95 or higher. Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes said she's looking at policies at other utilities in the state too.

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