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Business

Navajo community opposes liquor license

Navajo community opposes liquor license

  • Arlyssa D. Becenti Arizona Republic

The owner of Chieftain Mobil gas station along Interstate 40 just off the Navajo Nation says liquor sales will help keep the business afloat.

Data: Waymo robotaxis in Phoenix crash less than humans

Data: Waymo robotaxis in Phoenix crash less than humans

  • Corina Vanek Arizona Republic

Waymo vehicles have driven more than 68.6 million miles on Valley roads through December 2025, making Phoenix Waymo’s largest market for miles driven.

Founding Fathers-themed ice cream parlor makes Arizona debut

Founding Fathers-themed ice cream parlor makes Arizona debut

  • Reia Li Arizona Republic

The first Brooker's Founding Flavors Ice Cream outside of Utah has opened in Arizona.

Controversial Benson aluminum plant halted

Controversial Benson aluminum plant halted

  • Sarah Lapidus Arizona Republic

Aluminum Dynamics, Inc. says it has given up on building a plant in the municipality about 50 miles southeast of Tucson and is searching for a new location for its aluminum plant.

Arizona companies use this technology to gain customers

Arizona companies use this technology to gain customers

  • Rey Covarrubias Jr., Arizona Republic

From a Prescott sandwich shop to a Phoenix car dealership, Arizona small-business owners are using smart glasses to turn everyday interactions into viral social media content. The first-person videos have attracted millions of views, new customers and national attention, while also raising q…

Arizona's 1st Buc-ee's: Full hotels, traffic detours

Arizona's 1st Buc-ee's: Full hotels, traffic detours

  • Michael Salerno and Dina Kaur Arizona Republic

Thousands of people are expected for opening day of the new Buc-ee's on June 22 in Goodyear, the first Arizona location.

2 Arizona hotels named among best in US

2 Arizona hotels named among best in US

  • Michael Salerno Arizona Republic

Whether vacationers choose to rest from their travels at a vast resort or at a low-key bed and breakfast, they all seek a comfortable escape where they can feel relaxed.

Phoenix Sky Harbor makes Top 10 in new ranking

Phoenix Sky Harbor makes Top 10 in new ranking

    Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport has been named one of the 10 best airports in the United States in a new global ranking. The airport earned high marks for customer service and reliability, though delays tied to federal staffing shortages and government shutdowns contributed to a lower ranking on the worldwide list.

    Huge Japanese food hall planned in Scottsdale

    Huge Japanese food hall planned in Scottsdale

      A 14,000-square-foot Japanese food hall inspired by Tokyo’s famous alleyway dining scene is coming to Scottsdale in 2028. The project will feature at least 15 specialty food stalls, with menus developed by chefs from across Japan serving everything from ramen and yakitori to regional Japanese favorites.

      10 reasons to be excited about Arizona's 1st Buc-ee's

      10 reasons to be excited about Arizona's 1st Buc-ee's

        The official opening date for Arizona first Buc-ee's is June 22.

        Mattel Adventure Park faces another delay in Glendale

        Mattel Adventure Park faces another delay in Glendale

          Many residents and travelers alike have been anxiously awaiting the opening of Mattel Adventure Park in Arizona.

          Arizona worker training hub vital to keeping pace with tech boom

          Arizona worker training hub vital to keeping pace with tech boom

            Even in the age of artificial intelligence, powered in part by semiconductors made in Arizona, chip factories still need people.

            Arizona's top global export isn't in its five C's

            Arizona's top global export isn't in its five C's

              Arizona's economy is known for its five C's: climate, citrus, cattle, copper and cotton. But it might be time to add a sixth one: computers.

              Arizona to have semiprivate flights to Mexico's Cabo

              Arizona to have semiprivate flights to Mexico's Cabo

                Semiprivate carrier JSX will begin flying between Scottsdale and Mexico for the first time this fall.

                Local News

                Photos: Armory Park reopens after extensive renovation

                Photos: Armory Park reopens after extensive renovation

                Armory Park, closed for nearly nine months for a $1.71 million upgrade, renovation and improvement, reopened with a concert, circus arts, food trucks and a car show July 2, 2026, Tucson, Ariz.

                Tucson speaks up: Letters to the editor for the week of Jul. 3, 2026

                Tucson speaks up: Letters to the editor for the week of Jul. 3, 2026

                Our weekly round-up of letters published in the Arizona Daily Star.

                6 local contributions to America's first 250 years

                6 local contributions to America's first 250 years

                Catch up on stories about Southern Arizona's contributions to American history, as the Arizona Daily Star's website lifts its paywall for the 4th of July weekend.

                Photos: US gets by Bosnia and Herzegovina 2-0 in the knockout stage of the World Cup

                Photos: US gets by Bosnia and Herzegovina 2-0 in the knockout stage of the World Cup

                Fans at Playground watch the shorthanded US get an insurance goal late to win 2-0 against Bosnia and Herzegovina and advance in the World Cup Finals, July 1, 2026, Tucson, Ariz.

                State & Regional

                Navajo community opposes liquor license

                Navajo community opposes liquor license

                The owner of Chieftain Mobil gas station along Interstate 40 just off the Navajo Nation says liquor sales will help keep the business afloat.

                Petitions submitted to put school voucher changes on Arizona's ballot

                Petitions submitted to put school voucher changes on Arizona's ballot

                PHOENIX — Backers of comprehensive changes to the state's system of taxpayer-funded vouchers for education submitted more than 400,000 signatures Thursday, setting the stage for what could be an expensive campaign.

                Measure to protect early voting in Arizona won't be on ballot

                Measure to protect early voting in Arizona won't be on ballot

                Organizers for Protect the Vote Arizona say it's unlikely they have enough petition signatures to overcome the typical failure rate to get on the ballot.

                ICE delays work to convert Arizona warehouse to detention facility

                ICE delays work to convert Arizona warehouse to detention facility

                PHOENIX — Federal officials have agreed to delay — but not give up on — their plans to convert an Arizona warehouse into a detention facility for illegal migrants.

                Nation & World

                Here are the 10 wealthiest suburbs in America

                Here are the 10 wealthiest suburbs in America

                A new ranking of the nation's wealthiest suburbs, as measured by household income, finds much of America's wealth concentrated in a few metropolitan areas.

                Mysterious, fabled sea creature reeled onto California fishing boat

                Mysterious, fabled sea creature reeled onto California fishing boat

                A fishing trip of the California coast last week produced an extraordinary catch: a type of octopus that constructs its own shell to ride ocean currents.

                How do Americans feel about the country and vision of the Founders?

                How do Americans feel about the country and vision of the Founders?

                Americans have not rejected the Founders’ ideals. Rather, many believe government has drifted away from them.

                Ex-US Olympian indicted over alleged Reflecting Pool vandalism

                Ex-US Olympian indicted over alleged Reflecting Pool vandalism

                The indictment accuses David Hearn of "maliciously" breaking or destroying lining material on the bottom of the landmark on June 19.

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                Former Sam Levitz building sells for $8.6 million

                Former Sam Levitz building sells for $8.6 million

                Tucson's July 4th fireworks display will switch to drones light show next year

                Tucson's July 4th fireworks display will switch to drones light show next year

                Why lizards in Arizona do push-ups

                Why lizards in Arizona do push-ups

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                Get ready to mark America's 250th anniversary

                View all of our stories about America's 250th anniversary. 

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                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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                The Treasure Coast Just Yielded Another $1 Million in Spanish Gold: Why Hurricane Season Is a Detector’s Best Friend

                The Treasure Coast Just Yielded Another $1 Million in Spanish Gold: Why Hurricane Season Is a Detector’s Best Friend

                Provided content. A recent $1 million Spanish gold discovery off Vero Beach is a great reminder of how hurricane-driven erosion exposes treasure.

                 

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                How Tucson Injury Victims Can Protect Their Claim After a Car Accident

                How Tucson Injury Victims Can Protect Their Claim After a Car Accident

                Contributor content. After an accident, quick action matters. Learn how medical records, evidence collection, and careful insurance communication can help protect a claim.

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                The Reality of Family Road Trips

                The Reality of Family Road Trips

                Provided content. Planning a family road trip? From vehicle prep to kid-friendly entertainment, smart planning can help make summer travel safer and more enjoyable.

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                What Your Home's Age Reveals About the HVAC Problems Coming Your Way

                What Your Home's Age Reveals About the HVAC Problems Coming Your Way

                Affiliate content. Learn the most common HVAC problems based on the age of your home.

                Humidity: The Midwest's Hidden Comfort and Health Problem

                Humidity: The Midwest's Hidden Comfort and Health Problem

                Affiliate content. Learn how to tell if your home has a humidity problem and what you can do to fix it. 

                Basement HVAC: The Common Midwest Home Problem Hiding Below Your Feet

                Basement HVAC: The Common Midwest Home Problem Hiding Below Your Feet

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                Affiliate content. Learn how modern HVAC systems can be integrated into even the oldest Midwest homes. 

                Crime

                Man pleads guilty in Nancy Guthrie ransom demand

                Man pleads guilty in Nancy Guthrie ransom demand

                A California man who sent ransom messages to the family of Nancy Guthrie following her disappearance from her Tucson home is likely to get probation when he is sentenced here in September.

                Charges dropped for YouTubers near Nancy Guthrie's house

                Charges dropped for YouTubers near Nancy Guthrie's house

                Charges brought against two of the three YouTubers arrested outside Nancy Guthrie's have been dropped.

                Some Nancy Guthrie ransom demands may be legitimate, FBI says

                Some Nancy Guthrie ransom demands may be legitimate, FBI says

                "This case continues to be investigated as a kidnapping for ransom case," FBI's Phoenix office says.

                Tucson man accused of killing father, assaulting mother

                Tucson man accused of killing father, assaulting mother

                A 39-year-old man has been booked into the Pima County jail on suspicion of first-degree murder and domestic violence, in connection with the killing of his father and assault of his mother.

                Politics

                Tucson's July 4th fireworks display will switch to drones light show next year

                Tucson's July 4th fireworks display will switch to drones light show next year

                This July 4th is your last chance to see the fireworks over "A" Mountain. The show, switching to drones, could be moved to a new site next year, as well. 

                Drivers to vote on possible strike after failing to reach a deal with Sun Tran

                Drivers to vote on possible strike after failing to reach a deal with Sun Tran

                Sun Tran and the union representing drivers have failed to reach a deal on a new contract.

                Ex-Pima treasurer alleges 'consensual' relationship with employee after harassment claims

                Ex-Pima treasurer alleges 'consensual' relationship with employee after harassment claims

                But former treasurer Brian Johnson's claim of a consensual relationship is refuted by the interim Pima County treasurer.

                Ex-Pima County treasurer faced sexual harassment allegations, records show

                Ex-Pima County treasurer faced sexual harassment allegations, records show

                Former Pima County Treasurer Brian Johnson faced allegations of sexual harassment and inappropriate behavior prior to his sudden resignation, personal files show.

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