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Solutions

Tucson nonprofit opening region's first LGBTQ-dedicated clinic

Tucson nonprofit opening region's first LGBTQ-dedicated clinic

  • Caitlin Schmidt

SAAF Health launched via tele-health last year and already has 250 established patients receiving primary care services. The clinic's physical location will open soon. 

This Tucson preschool helps children with speech disorders thrive

This Tucson preschool helps children with speech disorders thrive

  • Christine Holtgreive

About 1 in 15 children have developmental language delays that often go undiagnosed. The Child Language Center, Wings On Words in Tucson has helped thousands of children since its inception.

Tucson doctors: Mammograms starting at age 40 likely to save lives

Tucson doctors: Mammograms starting at age 40 likely to save lives

  • Caitlin Schmidt

New U.S. guidelines rolling back the starting age for mammograms and requiring notification of patients with dense breast tissue may help detect cancer earlier.

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. 

Tucson hospitals use robotics to expedite lung cancer treatment

Tucson hospitals use robotics to expedite lung cancer treatment

  • Caitlin Schmidt

Three Tucson hospitals now have robotic-assisted technology allowing doctors to diagnose lung cancer and determine the extent of its spread in a single procedure.

U of A helpline to support new and expectant moms' mental health

U of A helpline to support new and expectant moms' mental health

  • Caitlin Schmidt

New and expectant mothers experiencing mental health and substance use disorders will soon have support through a 24/7, Tucson-based helpline available to their physicians. 

Check out the latest Southern Arizona solutions news

Check out the latest Southern Arizona solutions news

    Get a roundup of solutions reporting from the Arizona Daily Star at linktr.ee/starsolutions. Video by Caitlin Schmidt / Arizona Daily Star.

    Tucson-based ASU program to train community health workers

    Tucson-based ASU program to train community health workers

      These frontline public health workers have a deep understanding of the communities they serve, researchers say.

      Tucson students showcase inventions designed to fix problems

      Tucson students showcase inventions designed to fix problems

        From clothing design to climbing gear to pooper-scooping and beyond, the students' creations tackled specific issues meaningful in their daily lives. 

        A reusable bag pilot program is launching in Tucson

        A reusable bag pilot program is launching in Tucson

          A pilot program that launched in Tucson on May 1 is testing strategies to reduce plastic waste and encourage customers to use reusable bags. 

          U of A student health club aids Tucson’s homeless

          U of A student health club aids Tucson’s homeless

            The University of Arizona group Street Medicine Tucson offers a monthly mobile clinic.

            Community gardens increase food security, wellbeing for Tucsonans

            Community gardens increase food security, wellbeing for Tucsonans

              Studies have pointed to improvements in several areas of health for people involved in community gardening, including an increase in emotional well-being and physical activity, the report said.

              Check out the latest Southern Arizona solutions news

              Check out the latest Southern Arizona solutions news

                Get a roundup of solutions reporting from the Arizona Daily Star at linktr.ee/starsolutions. Video by Caitlin Schmidt / Arizona Daily Star.

                Lawyers for Literacy pairs Tucson school kids with legal professionals

                Lawyers for Literacy pairs Tucson school kids with legal professionals

                  Tucson lawyers and judges read with students throughout the school year, developing close friendships as the kids' reading development progresses.

                  Local News

                  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.

                  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.

                  On America's upcoming 250th birthday, will Tucson party like it's 1876?

                  On America's upcoming 250th birthday, will Tucson party like it's 1876?

                  When the United States celebrated its 100th birthday in 1876, Tucson was still a relatively new addition to the still-expanding nation.

                  Tearful vigil, call for change after 3-year-old's death in Tucson crash

                  Tearful vigil, call for change after 3-year-old's death in Tucson crash

                  The death of a 3-year-old girl named Anna had been a rallying point for thousands of Tucsonans to call for a crackdown on street racing.

                  State & Regional

                  Arizona's school voucher reform push a pricey endeavor

                  Arizona's school voucher reform push a pricey endeavor

                  At the heart of competing Arizona ballot proposals is what changes — if any — are needed to the school voucher system.

                  Tucson weather forecast for April 18

                  Tucson weather forecast for April 18

                  See what today's weather forecast looks like in Tucson.

                  Judge boosts Arizona election official’s authority

                  Judge boosts Arizona election official’s authority

                  The top election official in Maricopa County will get more authority in running elections after a judge sided with his office in a prolonged legal fight with the county's board.

                  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.

                  Nation & World

                  Trump signs order to speed review of psychedelics, including controversial drug ibogaine

                  Trump signs order to speed review of psychedelics, including controversial drug ibogaine

                  Ibogaine, embraced by combat veterans and conservative lawmakers, is known to sometimes trigger potentially fatal heart problems.

                  Trump: Iran ‘can’t blackmail us’ over Strait of Hormuz

                  Trump: Iran ‘can’t blackmail us’ over Strait of Hormuz

                  US President Donald Trump says the US is having “very good conversations” with Iran and says he’s optimistic a deal can still be done.

                  Trump signs order to speed review of psychedelics

                  Trump signs order to speed review of psychedelics

                  President Donald Trump on Saturday directed his administration to speed up reviews of certain psychedelic drugs, including ibogaine, which recently has been embraced by combat veterans and conservative lawmakers despite having serious safety risks.

                  Trump's voting restrictions bill may fail, but parts live on in 23 states

                  Trump's voting restrictions bill may fail, but parts live on in 23 states

                  Voting rights advocates warn that these copycat measures could still disenfranchise citizens who ‌lack certain forms of ID during this year’s elections.

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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

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

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

                  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

                  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.

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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.

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                  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. 

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                  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.

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                  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

                  Tearful vigil, call for change after 3-year-old's death in Tucson crash

                  Tearful vigil, call for change after 3-year-old's death in Tucson crash

                  The death of a 3-year-old girl named Anna had been a rallying point for thousands of Tucsonans to call for a crackdown on street racing.

                  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.

                  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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