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Education

AZ school board member faces backlash over posts

AZ school board member faces backlash over posts

  • Erick Trevino Arizona Republic

Over a dozen community members demanded action against what they described as Islamophobic comments made by a Peoria Unified School District governing board member.

Horne rolls out grant to tackle teacher shortage

Horne rolls out grant to tackle teacher shortage

  • Erick Trevino Arizona Republic

A new program allows aspiring educators to get paid while they receive hands-on experience under the guidance of experienced teachers and complete courses for certification.

Rural schools in Arizona tackle literacy gaps with local solutions

Rural schools in Arizona tackle literacy gaps with local solutions

  • Alexandra Hardle Arizona Republic

As Arizona launches a statewide effort to improve literacy and reduce chronic absenteeism, some rural schools say community partnerships have been key to keeping students engaged. From volunteer reading tutors to mountain biking clubs and after-school programs, educators are finding creative…

Arizona’s school voucher program growth fuels fierce debate

Arizona’s school voucher program growth fuels fierce debate

  • Alexandra Hardle Arizona Republic

Arizona’s Empowerment Scholarship Account program has grown to become one of the state’s most divisive education battles, with supporters calling it a lifeline for families and critics warning it is draining billions from public schools with little oversight.

Justice Department opens investigation into ASU over DEI claims

Justice Department opens investigation into ASU over DEI claims

  • Helen Rummel Arizona Republic

The U.S. Department of Justice has launched a civil rights investigation into Arizona State University to examine whether its policies and programs unlawfully discriminate based on race. ASU says it complies with federal and state laws and denies engaging in discriminatory practices.

Critics: Arizona voucher reform proposal lacks funding source

Critics: Arizona voucher reform proposal lacks funding source

  • Mary Jo Pitzl Capitol Media Services

The Fortify initiative, launched to counter a voucher plan backed by Arizona public school advocates and the state's teacher union, doesn't need a pot of money because it'll save money, backers say.

Arizona AG sides with Maricopa County board in drop-box feud

Arizona AG sides with Maricopa County board in drop-box feud

  • Ronald J. Hansen Arizona Republic

The ballot drop box controversy is the latest dispute between the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors and Justin Heap, the county's recorder.

ASU to offer master’s degree in war

ASU to offer master’s degree in war

    Arizona State University will now offer a war master's degree to active duty military members and others selected by the U.S. Department of Defense.

    Report: Arizona school voucher program has oversight problems

    Report: Arizona school voucher program has oversight problems

      he Arizona Department of Education currently uses a process in which every purchase under $2,000 is automatically approved. Full accounts will be audited if an “unallowed” purchase shows up in a randomized audit.

      NAU fraternity leader charged with hazing

      NAU fraternity leader charged with hazing

        A fraternity pledge master at Northern Arizona University has been indicted on suspicion of felony hazing in connection with the death of student in January after a night of drinking at a rush event.

        Judge sets deadline for Arizona to fix its school funding system

        Judge sets deadline for Arizona to fix its school funding system

          State lawmakers and Gov. Katie Hobbs must come up with a system by November that complies with a requirement in the Arizona Constitution that schools have "minimum requirements'' to ensure students have what they need to learn, Maricopa County Superior Court Dewain Fox says in a new ruling.

          Report: Classroom spending in Arizona dips again

          Report: Classroom spending in Arizona dips again

            In Arizona, 52.1 cents of every dollar spent in the last school year ended up in what is classified as instruction, new figures from the Auditor General's Office show. That's slightly lower than last year.

            Initiative would put restraints on Arizona school vouchers

            Initiative would put restraints on Arizona school vouchers

              Parents in Arizona have used school vouchers to purchase diamond rings,  appliances, lingerie and trips to theme parks, news reports have shown.

              Undocumented students in Arizona face in-state tuition challenges

              Undocumented students in Arizona face in-state tuition challenges

                Implementation of Proposition 308, the voter-approved 2022 ballot initiative promised in-state tuition to students who graduate from an Arizona high school regardless of their immigration status, has been inconsistent.

                Local News

                Photos: Juneteenth at The Drawing Studio

                Photos: Juneteenth at The Drawing Studio

                Dozens of Tucsonans flock to The Drawing Studio on Juneteenth to enjoy a variety of cultural artwork, jewelry, clothing, and the opportunity to try local Pan-African food. The Art Exhibition and Gallery sale continues through June 30.

                Woman, 27, killed in Tucson head-on crash

                Woman, 27, killed in Tucson head-on crash

                A 27-year-old driver was killed Friday when she drifted into oncoming traffic and collided with an SUV, the Pima County Sheriff's Department says.

                Arizona Daily Star on this date: June 20

                Arizona Daily Star on this date: June 20

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

                Celebrating Juneteenth in Tucson

                Celebrating Juneteenth in Tucson

                State & Regional

                Arizona companies use this technology to gain customers

                Arizona companies use this technology to gain customers

                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 questions about privacy, authenticity and the future of local business marketing.

                Only 3% of Arizona's rain, snow ends up in our groundwater supply

                Only 3% of Arizona's rain, snow ends up in our groundwater supply

                A new Arizona water report says only about 3% of the state’s precipitation reaches groundwater aquifers. Researchers recommend expanding stormwater capture, recharge projects and forest management efforts to help offset water losses driven by drought and climate change.

                Why Mark Lamb's friend broke silence on sex claims

                Why Mark Lamb's friend broke silence on sex claims

                Defenders of congressional "faith and family" candidate Mark Lamb say allegations of sexual improprieties — sexting, sharing nude photos of his wife, encouraging intimate encounters and using threats to cover it up — are fake.

                How Black Arizonans turned Juneteenth into a day of joy, resolve

                How Black Arizonans turned Juneteenth into a day of joy, resolve

                The first recorded Juneteenth celebration in Arizona took place in 1921, when about 500 Black Arizonans gathered at Eastlake Park in downtown Phoenix to participate in parades, listen to speakers and enjoy food and music.

                Nation & World

                US falls again in global peace rankings. See who tops the list

                US falls again in global peace rankings. See who tops the list

                This year, the index found peacefulness declined globally for the 12th consecutive year — that's 119 countries less peaceful than they were in 2008, mainly driven by conflict.

                Iran negotiators set off for Switzerland but Lebanon fighting continues

                Iran negotiators set off for Switzerland but Lebanon fighting continues

                The Lebanese Civil Defense said 20 people were killed by Israeli strikes Saturday, hours after a truce took effect.

                Major US-Iran Peace Push Resumes in Switzerland

                Major US-Iran Peace Push Resumes in Switzerland

                US envoys Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner have traveled to Switzerland in an effort to restart peace negotiations with Iranian officials, according to the report. The talks were originally scheduled for Friday, June 19, but were postponed after renewed violence between Israel and Hezbollah. …

                Israel strikes Lebanon despite ceasefire, at least 16 killed

                Israel strikes Lebanon despite ceasefire, at least 16 killed

                Israeli strikes in Lebanon killed at least 16 people on Saturday, Lebanese Civil Defencesaid, hours after a ceasefire with Hezbollah suposedly took effect. ​Israel says it ‌was responding to projectiles fired by the Iran-backed group. Details by FRANCE 24 correspondant in Jerusalem, Noga Tar…

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                ASU sues owner of historic home it wants to seize

                ASU sues owner of historic home it wants to seize

                Vice President JD Vance coming to Oro Valley

                Vice President JD Vance coming to Oro Valley

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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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                Provided content. Early attention for the 2026 Belmont Stakes on June 6 is focused on Kentucky Derby winner Golden Tempo and runner-up Renegade, while several others gain momentum.

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                Crime

                Tucson fugitive faces charges in woman's death

                Tucson fugitive faces charges in woman's death

                Coral Michelle Smith, 40, who had been a fugitive for several days, was arrested Monday.

                Man, 31, shot dead in midtown Tucson

                Man, 31, shot dead in midtown Tucson

                A 31-year-old man fatally shot Monday night during a confrontation that involved several people, Tucson police say.

                Tucson man, 74, dies months after being struck by car

                Tucson man, 74, dies months after being struck by car

                Tucson police say a 74-year-old man who was struck by a car in March has died from his injuries.

                Tucson mental health worker arrested in patient's death

                Tucson mental health worker arrested in patient's death

                An employee at a Tucson psychiatric hospital faces criminal charges in the 2025 death of a patient, authorities say.

                Politics

                $6M in disputed Pima County tax refunds to be issued

                $6M in disputed Pima County tax refunds to be issued

                Former Pima County Treasurer Brian Johnson had refused to issue about $6 million in property tax refunds in a dispute with other county officials over how they were determined.

                Pima County looking for new Old Tucson operator

                Pima County looking for new Old Tucson operator

                The current operator, American Heritage Railways, notified the county it will not pursue a lease extension.

                Only 3% of Arizona's rain, snow ends up in our groundwater supply

                Only 3% of Arizona's rain, snow ends up in our groundwater supply

                A new Arizona water report says only about 3% of the state’s precipitation reaches groundwater aquifers. Researchers recommend expanding stormwater capture, recharge projects and forest management efforts to help offset water losses driven by drought and climate change.

                Busy veto pen: Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs nixes 88 bills

                Busy veto pen: Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs nixes 88 bills

                Included in those vetoed Friday were bills about banning Sharia Law; lowering the age for driving learners' permits; barring gender-affirming hormone treatments for minors; and many others.  

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