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4th No Kings protest draws nearly 1,000 to Tucson streets ahead of midterm election

Nearly 1,000 people gathered in Tucson on Saturday for the 4th No Kings protest during President Donald Trump's presidency, urging the community to vote in the midterm election on Nov, 3rd

The case for (and against) international recruiting at Arizona, elsewhere | Michael Lev

Anastasiia Semenova desperately wanted to play college basketball in the United States. The fifth-year forward for the Arizona women's...

Woman riding e-scooter hit by SUV, killed in Eastside

A woman riding a stand-up electric scooter was hit by an SUV and killed Thursday night in Tucson’s Eastside.

Tucson Meet Yourself serves up global culture and a boost for local business

The annual festival filled the streets with the sights, sounds and smells of cultures spanning the globe, from Singapore to Ukraine, from Cuba to Puerto Rico, all in one place.

High school football scores and schedule for Southern Arizona teams

Arizona men's basketball assistant coach Jack Murphy explains the value of international recruiting and provides tales from his many travels...

Tucson Now: Andy Biggs’ plan for Arizona’s Governor’s Office

TUCSON, Ariz. (13 News) - Republican candidate for Arizona governor Rep. Andy Biggs visited Pima County this week for an exclusive sit-down...

Tucson House $50M renovation project marks milestone

Residents of the 15th floor move into newly renovated units, marking a significant step in the $50 million Tucson House renovation project.

38 fun events happening in Tucson this weekend, Oct.14-18 🧛‍♂️🧟

Whether you want to eat your heart out at Tucson Meet Yourself or take a spooky ghost tour at Hotel Congress, there's something cool for...

Blustery wind blasts Southern Arizona

In Southern Arizona Friday it was windy enough to torture the trees and kick up enough dust to mask the mountains.

Tucson Meet Yourself kicks off downtown for 53rd year

Tucson Meet Yourself, one of Tucson's biggest traditions, kicks off Friday for its 53rd year. The free, three-day folklife festival...

2026 Arizona propositions: What’s on the ballot in Pima County

New downtown Tucson destination: 3 venues under 1 roof

Jacobs Park reopens in Tucson after years of planning and construction

A historic Tucson gathering place is welcoming the community back. Jacobs Park celebrated its reopening with new recreational amenities and storm water infrastructure improvements.

Tucson chef Jose Contreras builds on culinary legacy, new restaurant opening soon

From his grandmother’s kitchen to national culinary recognition, Tucson chef Jose Contreras has built a following with Amelia’s Mexican Kitchen. Now, he’s preparing for his next chapter.

First look inside Tucson House's $200M affordable housing renovation

After 10 months of construction, Tucson House has finished the 15th floor of renovations as part of its first phase of remodeling the Tucson landmark into affordable housing.

Powerful wind gusts today, continue through Saturday

TUCSON, Ariz. (KGUN), Strong, potentially damaging winds are sweeping across southeastern Arizona today, Friday, and gusty conditions are...

Tucson's Top Stories: October 16

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Photo 29 of 38 in Seeking $775K, Ron Fridlind’s Tucson Compound Is a World of Its Own

Seeking $775K, Ron Fridlind's Tucson Compound Is a World of Its Own. 29 of 38. Guest bedroom at Ron Fridlind's desert compound in Tucson, Arizona.

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Checking in on Arizona’s 2027 football recruits

Arizona football has nearly 20 commits for its 2027 recruiting class. Here's a look at how some of those players are performing.

Southern Arizona braces for 70 mph wind gusts

Tucson’s downtown gets parking, shuttles and safety upgrades

Discover the investment strategy by Pima County for new parking options and shuttle services in downtown Tucson. Learn about the initiatives...

Work progresses on 22nd Street Bridge project as crews tackle complex demolition over active rail yard

Crews are demolishing the old 22nd Street Bridge deck over an active Union Pacific rail yard while building the new structure.

Exclusive: DHS Secretary visits U.S./Mexico border in Arizona

Construction continues on a second border wall near Palominas, and Secretary of Homeland Security, Markwayne Mullin, stopped by Thursday for a visit.

Serious injury crash shuts down Golf Links in Tucson

TUCSON, Ariz. (KVOA) - A serious injury collision involving a pedestrian has closed a stretch of Golf Links Road in Tucson.

More flu cases hitting early this season

Pima County for example has about five times as many flu cases as it did this same time last year and we’re about to enter the time of year when the flu really takes off.

Motorcyclist killed after driver runs red light at Drexel and South Palo Verde Roads, sheriff says

A Tucson motorcyclist died after being struck by a driver who ran a red light at Drexel and South Palo Verde Roads.

Photo 24 of 38 in Seeking $775K, Ron Fridlind’s Tucson Compound Is a World of Its Own

Seeking $775K, Ron Fridlind's Tucson Compound Is a World of Its Own. 24 of 38. Main bedroom suite at Ron Fridlind's desert compound in Tucson, Arizona.

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Seeking $775K, Ron Fridlind's Tucson Compound Is a World of Its Own. 11 of 38. Kitchen at Ron Fridlind's desert compound in Tucson, Arizona.

Tucson's Jacobs Park reopens Friday following multi-year renovation

Tucson's Jacobs Park is set to officially reopen Friday morning following a multi-year renovation of the 48-acre park.

Motorcyclist killed following Tucson crash Tuesday

According to the Tucson Police Department, the crash happened just after 7:30 p.m. near South Campbell Avenue and East Cochise Vista.

City of Tucson asking for public input on homeless shelter zoning changes

The City of Tucson is asking for the public's input as they look into shelter care facility operations and updates.

Nathaniel Bloomfield Obituary (1931 - 2026) - Tucson, AZ - Arizona Daily Star

Dr. Nathaniel Bloomfield passed away peacefully Oct. 12, 2026 at age 95. Born in Cleveland, Ohio to Joseph and Henrietta (Namen) Bloomfield,...

Gov. Katie Hobbs defends Arizona "toilet to tap" efforts

Gov. Katie Hobbs speaks out against misinformation surrounding the implementation of advanced water purification techniques to convert...

Arizona Fans Weigh In on Fisch Troubles at UW

Word that Jedd Fisch has hit a rough patch as the University of Washington football coach has reached Tucson, Arizona, his previous stop,...

PACC faces overcrowding of strays as hundreds of pets need safe homes

26 dogs were saved from a hoarding case earlier this month, and they join nearly 500 other dogs that PACC says need homes or risk euthanasia

Inside a Pima County arrest warrant sweep as deputies work to locate people with outstanding warrants

KGUN 9’s Marc Monroy tagged along with detectives to see what happens when they find someone with an outstanding arrest warrant, and what happens when no one answers the door.

Crews called to rescue dehydrated hiker at Catalina State Park Wednesday

Even as temperatures begin to drop, southern Arizona officials are warning about the importance of hiker safety following a rescue call on Wednesday.

Arizona Daily Star on this date: October 15

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

Raising resources for Air Force Families

DM50 organized this a Davis Monthan appreciation event as a fundraiser to renovate and modernize the Landings Community Center on base

Salad & Go to return to Arizona

Tucson teen still missing 25 years later

The National Center for Missing & Exploited Children has released an age progression of what she would look like today.

Salad & Go founder moves to reopen some Arizona locations after bankruptcy, abrupt closure

Salad & Go is moving to reopen some Arizona locations after a recent bankruptcy and abrupt closure of all locations.

Man charged after attacking boy along Chuck Huckelberry Loop bike path

A 34-year-old man has been charged after a teenager was attacked along the Chuck Huckelberry Loop bike path last week.

Photos: Arizona blows through San Francisco 93-69

The Wildcats dominate the Dons 93-69 in an exhibition game opening their home season, October 13, 2026, Tucson, Ariz.

Supreme Court refuses to toss out fees for lawyers who sought hand count in Arizona election

The Supreme Court has refused to toss out legal costs that lawyers for former Arizona gubernatorial candidate Kari Lake were ordered to pay for false and misleading statements they made in a lawsuit.

DPS shares what troopers look for during night patrols in Tucson

TUCSON, Ariz. (KVOA), State law enforcement officers are hitting the streets in a coordinated effort to crack down on drug smuggling,...

AZ Women’s Hall of Fame: OV advocate inducted

Oro Valley's Daisy M. Bell Jenkins, an advocate and mentor of women in the corporate world, will be one of five inducted into the Arizona...

Bishop sees Pope Leo’s cancer as a test of faith

The Bishop who leads the Catholic Diocese of Tucson says the Pope’s cancer diagnosis is a test of faith for the Pope and the people he leads.

Tucson man indicted in American Airlines duct tape case