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Desert View football's Jaylee Abraham, who helped lead the Jaguars to an 11-0 record, was named the “Bijan Robinson Arizona Bowl High School Player of the Year.”
Desert View sophomore wins Bijan Robinson Arizona Bowl High School Player of the Year
Desert View football's Jaylee Abraham, who helped lead the Jaguars to an 11-0 record, was named the “Bijan Robinson Arizona Bowl High School Player of the Year.”
tucson.com
December 9, 2025 at 10:01 PM
Desert View football's Jaylee Abraham, who helped lead the Jaguars to an 11-0 record, was named the “Bijan Robinson Arizona Bowl High School Player of the Year.”
PHOENIX — The president of the state Senate wants to rename a major Arizona freeway for Charlie Kirk.
Legislative leader: Name Arizona's busiest highway for Charlie Kirk
PHOENIX — The president of the state Senate wants to rename a major Arizona freeway for Charlie Kirk.
tucson.com
December 9, 2025 at 9:46 PM
PHOENIX — The president of the state Senate wants to rename a major Arizona freeway for Charlie Kirk.
Southern Arizona high schools brought their A-game to the state championships over the last few weeks — with many returning home as champions.
Here’s how Tucson-area schools performed at the high school state championships
Southern Arizona high schools brought their A-game to the state championships over the last few weeks — with many returning home as champions.
tucson.com
December 9, 2025 at 7:16 PM
Southern Arizona high schools brought their A-game to the state championships over the last few weeks — with many returning home as champions.
Arizona quarterback Noah Fifita is one of 10 finalists for Polynesian College Football Player of the Year honors.
Arizona QB Noah Fifita named finalist for Polynesian College Football Player of the Year
Arizona quarterback Noah Fifita is one of 10 finalists for Polynesian College Football Player of the Year honors.
tucson.com
December 9, 2025 at 6:56 PM
Arizona quarterback Noah Fifita is one of 10 finalists for Polynesian College Football Player of the Year honors.
Arizona women’s basketball notebook: On the impetus for the Wildcats’ lineup and rotation changes; rebounding and free-throw issues vs. New Mexico; and Eastern Kentucky’s résumé.
Becky Burke continues to tinker with lineup as Arizona seeks return to win column
Arizona women’s basketball notebook: On the impetus for the Wildcats’ lineup and rotation changes; rebounding and free-throw issues vs. New Mexico; and Eastern Kentucky’s résumé.
tucson.com
December 9, 2025 at 6:05 PM
Arizona women’s basketball notebook: On the impetus for the Wildcats’ lineup and rotation changes; rebounding and free-throw issues vs. New Mexico; and Eastern Kentucky’s résumé.
The Cardinals have now allowed 40-plus points in three consecutive games to NFC West opponents.
Arizona Cardinals' defensive meltdown raises heat on Gannon
The Cardinals have now allowed 40-plus points in three consecutive games to NFC West opponents.
tucson.com
December 9, 2025 at 5:05 PM
The Cardinals have now allowed 40-plus points in three consecutive games to NFC West opponents.
The last 21 NCAA champions were ranked among the top 12 teams in the sixth AP Top 25 poll of the season. That poll currently lists UA at No. 1.
Sitting atop sixth weekly AP Top 25 poll good sign for Arizona but also for 11 others
The last 21 NCAA champions were ranked among the top 12 teams in the sixth AP Top 25 poll of the season. That poll currently lists UA at No. 1.
tucson.com
December 9, 2025 at 4:05 PM
The last 21 NCAA champions were ranked among the top 12 teams in the sixth AP Top 25 poll of the season. That poll currently lists UA at No. 1.
The ruling, in the wake of the passage last month of the Epstein Files Transparency Act, means the records could be made public within 10 days.
Justice Department can unseal Ghislaine Maxwell sex trafficking case records, judge says
The ruling, in the wake of the passage last month of the Epstein Files Transparency Act, means the records could be made public within 10 days.
tucson.com
December 9, 2025 at 3:20 PM
The ruling, in the wake of the passage last month of the Epstein Files Transparency Act, means the records could be made public within 10 days.
Nearly 30 years after Brad Brennan caught a touchdown in Arizona's win over Nebraska in the 1998 Holiday Bowl, Brent Brennan leads the Wildcats as a coach in San Diego's bowl.
Holiday Bowl a full-circle moment for Arizona coach Brent Brennan, ex-Wildcat Brad Brennan
Nearly 30 years after Brad Brennan caught a touchdown in Arizona's win over Nebraska in the 1998 Holiday Bowl, Brent Brennan leads the Wildcats as a coach in San Diego's bowl.
tucson.com
December 9, 2025 at 3:05 PM
Nearly 30 years after Brad Brennan caught a touchdown in Arizona's win over Nebraska in the 1998 Holiday Bowl, Brent Brennan leads the Wildcats as a coach in San Diego's bowl.
Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love, Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza, Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia and Ohio State quarterback Julian Sayin are the finalists for the Heisman Trophy.
ND's Love, Indiana's Mendoza, Vandy's Pavia, Ohio St.'s Sayin named Heisman finalists
Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love, Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza, Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia and Ohio State quarterback Julian Sayin are the finalists for the Heisman Trophy.
tucson.com
December 9, 2025 at 1:32 AM
Notre Dame running back Jeremiyah Love, Indiana quarterback Fernando Mendoza, Vanderbilt quarterback Diego Pavia and Ohio State quarterback Julian Sayin are the finalists for the Heisman Trophy.
Salpointe Catholic wrestler Lauren Cione has only been wrestling for a year, but in that time, she's made it to the state tournament and continued taking down her competitors.
Salpointe Catholic girls wrestling standout tightens her grip on the competition
Salpointe Catholic wrestler Lauren Cione has only been wrestling for a year, but in that time, she's made it to the state tournament and continued taking down her competitors.
tucson.com
December 8, 2025 at 7:17 PM
Salpointe Catholic wrestler Lauren Cione has only been wrestling for a year, but in that time, she's made it to the state tournament and continued taking down her competitors.
Arizona jumped from No. 2 to No. 1 after beating Auburn and after Big 12 counterpart Iowa State knocked off the former No. 1 team, Purdue.
Arizona Wildcats take over No. 1 spot in Associated Press Top 25 poll
Arizona jumped from No. 2 to No. 1 after beating Auburn and after Big 12 counterpart Iowa State knocked off the former No. 1 team, Purdue.
tucson.com
December 8, 2025 at 6:11 PM
Arizona jumped from No. 2 to No. 1 after beating Auburn and after Big 12 counterpart Iowa State knocked off the former No. 1 team, Purdue.
Michael Lev column: Arizona Bowl officials wanted Fresno State and Miami (Ohio) all along. Then college football threw them a curveball. This is the story of how they handled it.
Uncertainty, relief mark final moments as Arizona Bowl secures 2025 foes | Michael Lev
Michael Lev column: Arizona Bowl officials wanted Fresno State and Miami (Ohio) all along. Then college football threw them a curveball. This is the story of how they handled it.
tucson.com
December 8, 2025 at 4:16 PM
Michael Lev column: Arizona Bowl officials wanted Fresno State and Miami (Ohio) all along. Then college football threw them a curveball. This is the story of how they handled it.
A top priority for Arizona football coach Brent Brennan is keeping his coaching staff intact, especially defensive coordinator Danny Gonzales and offensive coordinator Seth Doege, after a successful season.
Arizona football 'making really good progress' in extending Doege, Gonzales
A top priority for Arizona football coach Brent Brennan is keeping his coaching staff intact, especially defensive coordinator Danny Gonzales and offensive coordinator Seth Doege, after a successful season.
tucson.com
December 8, 2025 at 3:46 PM
A top priority for Arizona football coach Brent Brennan is keeping his coaching staff intact, especially defensive coordinator Danny Gonzales and offensive coordinator Seth Doege, after a successful season.
Paramount is making a hostile bid for Warner Bros. Discovery just days after Netflix reached a $72 billion deal with the company.
Paramount goes hostile in bid for Warner Bros., challenging a $72 billion bid by Netflix
Paramount is making a hostile bid for Warner Bros. Discovery just days after Netflix reached a $72 billion deal with the company.
tucson.com
December 8, 2025 at 2:51 PM
Paramount is making a hostile bid for Warner Bros. Discovery just days after Netflix reached a $72 billion deal with the company.
"One Battle After Another" topped the Golden Globe nominations Monday, a victory for Warner Bros. just after Netflix struck a deal to buy Warner Bros. Discovery's studio and streaming business.
'One Battle After Another' leads Golden Globe nominations
"One Battle After Another" topped the Golden Globe nominations Monday, a victory for Warner Bros. just after Netflix struck a deal to buy Warner Bros. Discovery's studio and streaming business.
tucson.com
December 8, 2025 at 2:16 PM
"One Battle After Another" topped the Golden Globe nominations Monday, a victory for Warner Bros. just after Netflix struck a deal to buy Warner Bros. Discovery's studio and streaming business.
The Holiday Bowl "is one of the best bowl games in America" and a "big-time football game," said Brent Brennan. The Arizona Wildcats will face SMU in San Diego.
Holiday Bowl matchup with SMU 'an awesome reward' and 'home run' for Arizona football
The Holiday Bowl "is one of the best bowl games in America" and a "big-time football game," said Brent Brennan. The Arizona Wildcats will face SMU in San Diego.
tucson.com
December 8, 2025 at 5:04 AM
The Holiday Bowl "is one of the best bowl games in America" and a "big-time football game," said Brent Brennan. The Arizona Wildcats will face SMU in San Diego.
Whether it was intentional or not, the CFP selection committee ultimately acted out of self-preservation Sunday with the reveal of the 2025 field, generally, and the seven at-large teams specifically.
College Football Playoff: Winners and losers from a roiling bracket reveal and bowl selection day
Whether it was intentional or not, the CFP selection committee ultimately acted out of self-preservation Sunday with the reveal of the 2025 field, generally, and the seven at-large teams specifically.
tucson.com
December 8, 2025 at 2:19 AM
Whether it was intentional or not, the CFP selection committee ultimately acted out of self-preservation Sunday with the reveal of the 2025 field, generally, and the seven at-large teams specifically.
The Arizona women’s basketball team dropped its second straight home game on Sunday, falling to the University of New Mexico, 72-69.
Arizona women’s basketball drops 2nd straight game at home
The Arizona women’s basketball team dropped its second straight home game on Sunday, falling to the University of New Mexico, 72-69.
tucson.com
December 8, 2025 at 1:39 AM
The Arizona women’s basketball team dropped its second straight home game on Sunday, falling to the University of New Mexico, 72-69.
Jeff Kent has been elected to baseball’s Hall of Fame by the contemporary era committee, while steroids-tainted stars Barry Bonds and Roger Clemens were among seven players who fell short.
Jeff Kent elected to Baseball Hall of Fame; Barry Bonds and Roger Clemens fall short
Jeff Kent has been elected to baseball’s Hall of Fame by the contemporary era committee, while steroids-tainted stars Barry Bonds and Roger Clemens were among seven players who fell short.
tucson.com
December 8, 2025 at 1:19 AM
Jeff Kent has been elected to baseball’s Hall of Fame by the contemporary era committee, while steroids-tainted stars Barry Bonds and Roger Clemens were among seven players who fell short.
A one-pan pasta, simple salad and tiny-batch brownies make a restaurant-worthy meal at a bargain price.
Budget-friendly recipes you can make from pantry staples
A one-pan pasta, simple salad and tiny-batch brownies make a restaurant-worthy meal at a bargain price.
tucson.com
December 7, 2025 at 11:19 PM
A one-pan pasta, simple salad and tiny-batch brownies make a restaurant-worthy meal at a bargain price.
The 2025 Snoop Dogg Arizona Bowl matchup features defending champion Miami (Ohio) and first-time participant Fresno State. The game is slated for Dec. 27 in Tucson.
2025 Snoop Dogg Arizona Bowl pits defending champ Miami (Ohio) vs. Fresno State
The 2025 Snoop Dogg Arizona Bowl matchup features defending champion Miami (Ohio) and first-time participant Fresno State. The game is slated for Dec. 27 in Tucson.
tucson.com
December 7, 2025 at 10:18 PM
The 2025 Snoop Dogg Arizona Bowl matchup features defending champion Miami (Ohio) and first-time participant Fresno State. The game is slated for Dec. 27 in Tucson.
The 17th-ranked Arizona Wildcats will face the SMU Mustangs in the Holiday Bowl.
Arizona Wildcats to play SMU Mustangs in the Holiday Bowl
The 17th-ranked Arizona Wildcats will face the SMU Mustangs in the Holiday Bowl.
tucson.com
December 7, 2025 at 9:18 PM
The 17th-ranked Arizona Wildcats will face the SMU Mustangs in the Holiday Bowl.
Arizona Wildcats (6-1) take on the New Mexico Lobos (6-3) in a women's college basketball match at McKale Center on Sunday afternoon.
Photos: Arizona takes on New Mexico at McKale Center, women's college basketball
Arizona Wildcats (6-1) take on the New Mexico Lobos (6-3) in a women's college basketball match at McKale Center on Sunday afternoon.
tucson.com
December 7, 2025 at 8:38 PM
Arizona Wildcats (6-1) take on the New Mexico Lobos (6-3) in a women's college basketball match at McKale Center on Sunday afternoon.
Alabama and Miami are in, Notre Dame is out and Indiana is No. 1 in the College Football Playoff’s 12-team bracket.
Alabama, Miami in, Notre Dame out and Indiana No. 1 in College Football Playoff rankings
Alabama and Miami are in, Notre Dame is out and Indiana is No. 1 in the College Football Playoff’s 12-team bracket.
tucson.com
December 7, 2025 at 7:23 PM
Alabama and Miami are in, Notre Dame is out and Indiana is No. 1 in the College Football Playoff’s 12-team bracket.