Skip to main contentSkip to main content
Arizona Daily Star
69°
  • Sign in
  • Subscribe Now
  • Manage account
  • Logout
    • Manage account
    • e-Newspaper
    • Logout
  • AI Answers
  • Site Search
  • 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
    • Scores
  • 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
  • AI Answers
  • Site Search
Arizona Daily Star
News+
  • AI Answers
  • Site Search
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
  • Readers' Choice Awards
  • Jobs
  • 69° Clear
  • Local
  • Crime
  • State
  • Politics
  • Business
  • Education
  • Nation & World

Government-politics

Senate votes to advance permitting bill that helps Copper World mine

Senate votes to advance permitting bill that helps Copper World mine

  • Tony Davis

The U.S. Senate voted 73-25 to advance a permitting bill that could allow Copper World mine waste on federal land south of Tucson.

McCains clash with Turning Point over Arizona GOP losses

McCains clash with Turning Point over Arizona GOP losses

  • Stephanie Murray
    Arizona Republic

Republicans’ historic midterm loss is pitting the old Arizona establishment against the new one.

How Hobbs won a second term

How Hobbs won a second term

  • Stacey Barchenger
    Arizona Republic

Gov. Katie Hobbs stood in the backyard of a north Phoenix home, urging over 100 Democrats to help get out the vote in the final push before Election Day. She talked about what was at stake, offering a dire contrast between herself and her Republican opponent, Rep. Andy Biggs.

Arizona GOP senator says voters didn't reject Republican policies

Arizona GOP senator says voters didn't reject Republican policies

  • Howard Fischer

PHOENIX — Yes, voters decimated the ranks of Arizona Senate Republicans at the ballot box this year.

Arizona's No Labels Party loses at polls, fights for new name

Arizona's No Labels Party loses at polls, fights for new name

  • Howard Fischer

Despite losing every race in last week's midterm election, Arizona’s No Labels Party is appealing a court ruling blocking its bid to change its name to the Arizona Independent Party.

After rout, Arizona GOP asks: Who’s in charge?

After rout, Arizona GOP asks: Who’s in charge?

  • Stephanie Murray
    Arizona Republic

Arizona Republicans face a leadership vacuum and calls for a party overhaul after crushing midterm losses exposed deep divisions between MAGA loyalists and McCain-style conservatives.

Arizona elected a 19-year-old. Then Jimmy Kimmel called.

Arizona elected a 19-year-old. Then Jimmy Kimmel called.

  • Bill Goodykoontz
    Arizona Republic

PHOENIX —With a blue tsunami sweeping the nation, some new political stars are in the making ― and one is from Arizona. He can't even buy a beer yet.

Democrats to end GOP's fight to keep AZ abortion restrictions

Democrats to end GOP's fight to keep AZ abortion restrictions

    PHOENIX — When Democrats take control, the Arizona Legislature is expected to abandon its legal defense of abortion restrictions still on the books.

    Tucson has its first state Senate president in two decades

    Tucson has its first state Senate president in two decades

      PHOENIX — It's taken two decades, but someone from Tucson is once again going to head the Arizona Senate.

      Arizona Legislature's new Democratic majority eyes voucher reform

      Arizona Legislature's new Democratic majority eyes voucher reform

        Arizona's new Democratic legislative leaders say public school funding will be a top priority, with changes to the state's billion-dollar ESA voucher program on the agenda.

        Why Arizona's election could have profound effect on public schools

        Why Arizona's election could have profound effect on public schools

          Arizona education leaders see new hope for public school funding after Democratic election gains. Changes to school vouchers and funding formulas could be ahead.

          Arizona teen flips court clerk’s seat

          Arizona teen flips court clerk’s seat

            Sebastian “Seb” Matta turned 19 in July, the day he won the Democratic primary for Maricopa County Clerk of the Superior Court.

            Hobbs vows to rein in vouchers, 'slash red tape for starter homes'

            Hobbs vows to rein in vouchers, 'slash red tape for starter homes'

              With fellow Democrats taking control of the Legislature, Gov. Katie Hobbs promised to "crack down on the waste, fraud, and abuse" in ESA vouchers.

              Veteran Arizona lobbyist Kevin DeMenna dies of cancer

              Veteran Arizona lobbyist Kevin DeMenna dies of cancer

                PHOENIX — Kevin DeMenna, a well-known and experienced lobbyist at the Arizona Capitol, died on Election Day after a struggle with cancer.

                Local News

                Arizona utility regulators to vote this month on TEP rate increase

                Arizona utility regulators to vote this month on TEP rate increase

                Arizona Corporation Commission will vote Nov. 17 on Tucson Electric Power's request for a nearly 10% rate increase. Here's how to attend. 

                Tim Steller’s column: Election shows how unhappy Tucson is with TEP

                Tim Steller’s column: Election shows how unhappy Tucson is with TEP

                Tim Steller’s column: Election shows how unhappy Tucson is with TEP

                Photos: Arizona faces NAU, men's college basketball

                Photos: Arizona faces NAU, men's college basketball

                Arizona (1-1) faces NAU (0-2) in a men's college basketball match inside McKale Center at Alkeme Arena on Tuesday night. 

                Photos: University of Arizona takes down Iona 74-61

                Photos: University of Arizona takes down Iona 74-61

                The Wildcats use a good first half to ride out a shaky second half in dropping Iona 74-61 in their pre-conference game, November 8, 2026, Tucson, Ariz.

                State & Regional

                Senate votes to advance permitting bill that helps Copper World mine

                Senate votes to advance permitting bill that helps Copper World mine

                The U.S. Senate voted 73-25 to advance a permitting bill that could allow Copper World mine waste on federal land south of Tucson.

                McCains clash with Turning Point over Arizona GOP losses

                McCains clash with Turning Point over Arizona GOP losses

                Republicans’ historic midterm loss is pitting the old Arizona establishment against the new one.

                How Hobbs won a second term

                How Hobbs won a second term

                Gov. Katie Hobbs stood in the backyard of a north Phoenix home, urging over 100 Democrats to help get out the vote in the final push before Election Day. She talked about what was at stake, offering a dire contrast between herself and her Republican opponent, Rep. Andy Biggs.

                Arizona GOP senator says voters didn't reject Republican policies

                Arizona GOP senator says voters didn't reject Republican policies

                PHOENIX — Yes, voters decimated the ranks of Arizona Senate Republicans at the ballot box this year.

                Nation & World

                UFC CEO Dana White tells President Trump: 'I have zero political aspirations'

                UFC CEO Dana White tells President Trump: 'I have zero political aspirations'

                UFC CEO Dana White put to rest speculation that he might be tapped to be President Donald Trump's next press secretary during an impromptu news conference at the White House.

                More than $5 billion spent by AI giants this year is aimed at implementation

                More than $5 billion spent by AI giants this year is aimed at implementation

                ZoomInfo reports that over $5 billion has been spent by AI giants in 2023 on implementation, highlighting a shift in focus from model building to practical application.

                6 legendary ’90s trucks

                6 legendary ’90s trucks

                RealTruck.com reports on six legendary '90s trucks that combine reliability, performance, and durability. 

                How would impeaching Pentagon chief Hegseth work?

                How would impeaching Pentagon chief Hegseth work?

                Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth could be impeached by the House of Representatives this week on charges of abusing his power, including by going to war with Iran without an imminent threat or congressional approval. Here's a guide to the impeachment process.

                Recommended For You

                End of an era: Sahuarita's vast pecan groves are sold

                End of an era: Sahuarita's vast pecan groves are sold

                Tubac residents demand answers on $63M I-19 checkpoint expansion

                Tubac residents demand answers on $63M I-19 checkpoint expansion

                Arizona GOP senator says voters didn't reject Republican policies

                Arizona GOP senator says voters didn't reject Republican policies

                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

                Contributor
                How to Prevent Disagreements From Escalating

                How to Prevent Disagreements From Escalating

                Contributor content. Learn how to prevent minor conflicts from escalating larger problems. 

                Contributor
                13 Winter Home Prep Tips to Tackle Before the First Frost

                13 Winter Home Prep Tips to Tackle Before the First Frost

                Contributor content. Get ahead of the cold season with these winter home prep products.

                Sponsored
                What elite athletes and business leaders have in common

                What elite athletes and business leaders have in common

                Content by Stifel. Real financial guidance requires an advisor who acts as a long-term partner.

                Sponsored
                From 16 teachers to 73,000 members: Pima Federal Credit Union turns 75

                From 16 teachers to 73,000 members: Pima Federal Credit Union turns 75

                Content by Pima Federal Credit Union. Despite the substantial growth, Pima Federal’s dedication to the people where it first put down roots hasn’t changed.

                Shopping

                What Really Happens When You Call for Emergency HVAC Help at 2 AM

                What Really Happens When You Call for Emergency HVAC Help at 2 AM

                Affiliate content. Learn what to do if you need an emergency HVAC repair. 

                Buying or Selling a Midwest Home? What the HVAC System Is Really Worth at Closing

                Buying or Selling a Midwest Home? What the HVAC System Is Really Worth at Closing

                Affiliate content.  Learn why it is important to check the HVAC system when buying or selling home. 

                Your utility bill is telling you something: what rising costs reveal about your HVAC system

                Your utility bill is telling you something: what rising costs reveal about your HVAC system

                Affiliate content. Learn what to do about rising energy costs from your HVAC system. 

                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.

                Crime

                Former Tucson doctor acquitted of sexual assault, abuse charges

                Former Tucson doctor acquitted of sexual assault, abuse charges

                Former Tucson doctor Dung Nguyen was acquitted Tuesday of 31 sexual assault and sexual abuse charges involving nearly 20 patients, whose allegations spanned several decades.

                Prosecutors seek Tucson YouTuber's release amid delays

                Prosecutors seek Tucson YouTuber's release amid delays

                Tucson YouTuber Lane Myers will remain in prison until at least Nov. 17 despite prosecutors seeking his release after new evidence cast doubt on emails used to revoke his probation.

                Tucson man charged in deadly sex-pay dispute ruled competent for trial

                Tucson man charged in deadly sex-pay dispute ruled competent for trial

                A Tucson man who was charged with murder after he told police he shot and killed a woman during an argument about paying for sex has been ruled competent to stand trial.

                Tucson prosecutor placed on leave as police investigate 'possible misconduct'

                Tucson prosecutor placed on leave as police investigate 'possible misconduct'

                Tucson city prosecutor Matthew Walker has been placed on paid leave as police investigate possible misconduct involving a stalking case connected to his wife.

                Politics

                Senate votes to advance permitting bill that helps Copper World mine

                Senate votes to advance permitting bill that helps Copper World mine

                The U.S. Senate voted 73-25 to advance a permitting bill that could allow Copper World mine waste on federal land south of Tucson.

                Tubac residents demand answers on $63M I-19 checkpoint expansion

                Tubac residents demand answers on $63M I-19 checkpoint expansion

                About 250 people gathered in Tubac seeking answers about a $63 million Border Patrol checkpoint expansion. The federal official invited to explain the project didn't show.

                Arizona GOP senator says voters didn't reject Republican policies

                Arizona GOP senator says voters didn't reject Republican policies

                PHOENIX — Yes, voters decimated the ranks of Arizona Senate Republicans at the ballot box this year.

                'Desecration' of Indigenous burial grounds for AZ border wall spurs calls to change law

                'Desecration' of Indigenous burial grounds for AZ border wall spurs calls to change law

                After the latest incident of border-wall contractors disturbing or destroying Indigenous sacred sites in Southern Arizona, critics are calling for an end to the federal government's power to ignore dozens of environmental and cultural protection laws under a waiver authority established afte…

                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 @ USA Today Co.
                • Online Features
                • Sponsored Blogs
                • Get Healthy

                Services

                • Advertise with us
                • Register
                • Contact us
                • RSS feeds
                • Newsletters
                • Photo reprints
                • Subscriber services
                • Subscription FAQ
                • Shopping

                © Copyright 2026 Arizona Daily Star, PO Box 26887 Tucson, AZ 85726-6887

                Terms of Use | Privacy Policy | Advertising Terms of Use | Privacy Choices | 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