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Photos: University of Arizona men's basketball Photo Day

Photos: University of Arizona men's basketball Photo Day

  • Kelly Presnell

The Wildcats posed for the cameras, September 9, 2026, Tucson, Ariz., as the season gets a step closer.

VIDEO: UA student-athletes discuss D.C. trip via Big 12 Beyond Borders

VIDEO: UA student-athletes discuss D.C. trip via Big 12 Beyond Borders

  • Michael Lev

Arizona women's basketball player Molly Ladwig and track sprinter Bryce Melton discuss their summer trip to Washington, D.C., as part of the Big 12 Beyond Borders program (video by Michael Lev / Tucson.com)

Photos: Nearly 1500 locals participate in the 9/11 Tower Challenge at TCC

Photos: Nearly 1500 locals participate in the 9/11 Tower Challenge at TCC

  • Grace Trejo

Nearly 1500 participants walk, climb and run 2071 steps, representing the 110 floors of the Twin Towers on Friday morning. 

Tucson man sentenced after fatal fight with shoplifter at Circle K

Tucson man sentenced after fatal fight with shoplifter at Circle K

  • Griffin Salkowski

A Tucson man was sentenced to a short jail stint and a four-year probation term Friday after a confrontation with a shoplifter at a convenience store turned fatal.

Inflation rate means Arizona's and Tucson's minimum wages will go up

Inflation rate means Arizona's and Tucson's minimum wages will go up

  • Howard Fischer

Workers at the bottom of the pay scale in Arizona are going to get a pay bump in January.

Fatal accident reported at construction site near Tucson

Fatal accident reported at construction site near Tucson

  • Griffin Salkowski

A fatal "industrial accident" was reported Friday at a worksite southwest of Tucson.

Marana High School mourns loss of Corey Roper, 15

Marana High School mourns loss of Corey Roper, 15

  • Sierra Blaser

Family and friends remember Corey Roper, who was found dead Tuesday at Marana High School, as funny, creative and considerate. A lover of math, science and video games, Roper was known on campus for his sense of humor and ability to make anyone laugh.

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Opinion: I spent two years living in an ancient tree to save it. Now history is repeating itself in Arizona — and Mexico

Opinion: I spent two years living in an ancient tree to save it. Now history is repeating itself in Arizona — and Mexico

What is the prettiest town in Arizona? What Architectural Digest says

What is the prettiest town in Arizona? What Architectural Digest says

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On Arizona’s massive opportunity at BYU and other Week 2 thoughts | Michael Lev

On Arizona’s massive opportunity at BYU and other Week 2 thoughts | Michael Lev

Michael Lev column: Quick hits, key themes, snarky commentary and more on Arizona’s Big 12 opener at No. 15 BYU and other happenings around the conference.

Week 3 presents key challenges for Southern Arizona teams against out-of-town opponents

Week 3 presents key challenges for Southern Arizona teams against out-of-town opponents

Week 3 presents key challenges for Southern Arizona teams against out-of-town opponents in four different football conferences.

Arizona’s future nonconference home schedules lack big games fans want to see | Greg Hansen

Arizona’s future nonconference home schedules lack big games fans want to see | Greg Hansen

Greg Hansen’s notebook: Between 2027 and 2031, Arizona's home football schedule includes fewer high-profile Power Four opponents.

Tim Steller’s column: Tucson streetcar needs reliability to fulfill potential

Tim Steller’s column: Tucson streetcar needs reliability to fulfill potential

For Star subscribers: Some see Tucson’s streetcar as an expensive toy, but it serves as relied-on transit at the U of A. To fulfill its potential, it must become more reliable with short waits.

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Tucson speaks up: Letters to the editor for the week of Sep. 11, 2026

Tucson speaks up: Letters to the editor for the week of Sep. 11, 2026

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

Participants gathered at the Tucson Convention Center Arena for Tucson’s 25th 9/11 Tower Challenge

Participants gathered at the Tucson Convention Center Arena for Tucson’s 25th 9/11 Tower Challenge

Participants gathered at the Tucson Convention Center Arena this morning for Tucson’s 25th 9/11 Tower Challenge. The annual memorial climb honors those who lost their lives on Sept. 11, 2001, and the first responders who answered the call. Some participants climbed in uniform or full gear as…

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Photos: University of Arizona men's basketball Photo Day

Photos: University of Arizona men's basketball Photo Day

  • Kelly Presnell

The Wildcats posed for the cameras, September 9, 2026, Tucson, Ariz., as the season gets a step closer.

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Brielle Saracini and Sean McGuire toss first pitch at Yankees-Mets 9/11 game

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Watch out for these players when Arizona faces No. 15 BYU in Provo

Watch out for these players when Arizona faces No. 15 BYU in Provo

These players from Arizona and BYU should have an impact on Saturday's game in Provo. 

UA says LB Max Harris, RB Ismail Mahdi are ‘cleared for competition,’ traveling to BYU

UA says LB Max Harris, RB Ismail Mahdi are ‘cleared for competition,’ traveling to BYU

Arizona football players Max Harris and Ismail Mahdi, who were seeking an additional year of eligibility under the NCAA’s new five-for-five rule, have been “cleared for competition,” the UA announced.

Big 12 football predictions: Picks vs. the spread for Week 2, including Arizona-BYU

Big 12 football predictions: Picks vs. the spread for Week 2, including Arizona-BYU

Star sports staffers Michael Lev and Justin Spears and 2026-27 guest prognosticator Jordan Hamm make their picks for Week 2 in Big 12 play, including Arizona at No. 15 BYU.

UA baseball, softball reveal fall-ball slates; baseball to face Vanderbilt in Vegas

UA baseball, softball reveal fall-ball slates; baseball to face Vanderbilt in Vegas

The Arizona baseball and softball teams have announced their fall-ball schedules. The baseball team opens the Mexican Baseball Fiesta. The softball team hosts UTEP and Grand Canyon.

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🎧 Some ethical decisions arrive without warning. We revisit four dilemmas that ask what you would do when the right choice isn't immediately obvious.

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With summer largely over, it’s time to turn our attention back to the start of awards season, which kicks off with the 78th Primetime Emmy Awards on Sept. 14.

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🎧 The hosts examine how civil debate, genuine curiosity and shared interests can turn differences in values or politics into opportunities for deeper understanding.

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Here's what should be on your home checklist as summer comes to an end.

The Weight | Official Trailer (HD) | Vertical

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Brad Caleb Kane’s “Friday the 13th” prequel follows Pam Voorhees after the death of her son Jason. Is she reacting to the shock or the way others treated her son?

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