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The Arizona Wildcats have moved up in the latest College Football Playoff rankings.
Arizona Wildcats move up to No. 18 in the College Football Playoff rankings
The Arizona Wildcats have moved up in the latest College Football Playoff rankings.
tucson.com
December 3, 2025 at 12:19 AM
Salpointe Catholic won a girls flag football state championship in its first season as a program. It could be the start of a special run for the Lancers.
State title run sets up Salpointe Catholic girls flag football for bright future
Salpointe Catholic won a girls flag football state championship in its first season as a program. It could be the start of a special run for the Lancers.
tucson.com
December 3, 2025 at 12:04 AM
For Star subscribers: As Earth's temperature rises sharply, the threat of a global mass extinction has loomed. But U of A researchers say that fear is flawed, although habitat conservation
Tim Steller's column: 'Mass extinction' threat overstated, UA researchers say
For Star subscribers: As Earth's temperature rises sharply, the threat of a global mass extinction has loomed. But U of A researchers say that fear is flawed, although habitat conservation
tucson.com
December 2, 2025 at 11:04 PM
Arizona defensive coordinator Danny Gonzales is one of 15 semifinalists for the Broyles Award, which is given to the top assistant coach in college football.
Arizona defensive coordinator Danny Gonzales named semifinalist for Broyles Award
Arizona defensive coordinator Danny Gonzales is one of 15 semifinalists for the Broyles Award, which is given to the top assistant coach in college football.
tucson.com
December 2, 2025 at 10:29 PM
PHOENIX — Arizona is suing online retail giant Temu for consumer fraud.
Arizona files consumer fraud lawsuit against Temu
PHOENIX — Arizona is suing online retail giant Temu for consumer fraud.
tucson.com
December 2, 2025 at 9:24 PM
The agriculture secretary said states refused to provide requested data, such as the names and immigration status of the aid recipients.
Trump administration to withhold SNAP food aid from Democrat-led states over data
The agriculture secretary said states refused to provide requested data, such as the names and immigration status of the aid recipients.
tucson.com
December 2, 2025 at 8:39 PM
Texas Tech and BYU continue to lead the Big 12 in the CFP race. Arizona remains at the No. 4 spot.
Big 12 power rankings: Texas Tech and BYU on top, but could nightmare CFP scenario come to fruition?
Texas Tech and BYU continue to lead the Big 12 in the CFP race. Arizona remains at the No. 4 spot.
tucson.com
December 2, 2025 at 8:03 PM
Rahmanullah Lakanwal, a 29-year-old Afghan national who also was shot, made his initial court appearance by video from a hospital bed.
Man charged in National Guard shooting pleads not guilty
Rahmanullah Lakanwal, a 29-year-old Afghan national who also was shot, made his initial court appearance by video from a hospital bed.
tucson.com
December 2, 2025 at 7:38 PM
After winning three big games to start this season, the Arizona Wildcats shied away from the national spotlight and attempted to put their heads down somewhat.
National spotlight shifts away from Arizona Wildcats after Thanksgiving week games
After winning three big games to start this season, the Arizona Wildcats shied away from the national spotlight and attempted to put their heads down somewhat.
tucson.com
December 2, 2025 at 7:03 PM
Greg Hansen's Notebook: By playing all of its nonconference women's basketball games at McKale Center, Arizona will probably realize about $600,000 by not playing, say, three or four road games.
Arizona women's hoops' nonconference home slate pays off | Greg Hansen
Greg Hansen's Notebook: By playing all of its nonconference women's basketball games at McKale Center, Arizona will probably realize about $600,000 by not playing, say, three or four road games.
tucson.com
December 2, 2025 at 6:18 PM
The Thunderbolts are back to defend their 2024 state championship title despite returning only one offensive starter and six defensive starters from last season.
Mica Mountain snags another road playoff upset; earns a spot in state championship
The Thunderbolts are back to defend their 2024 state championship title despite returning only one offensive starter and six defensive starters from last season.
tucson.com
December 2, 2025 at 6:03 PM
Amazon Web Services has pulled out of its long-planned role as future operator of the Project Blue data center complex on the Tucson area's far southeast side, three sources told
Amazon pulls out of Project Blue data centers, sources say
Amazon Web Services has pulled out of its long-planned role as future operator of the Project Blue data center complex on the Tucson area's far southeast side, three sources told
tucson.com
December 2, 2025 at 5:03 PM
Since the AIA began placing football teams based on on-field success instead of enrollment, the 4A-sized Lancers moved up to 5A and now 6A, the highest level of Arizona football.
Salpointe Catholic football's 4A power fuels 6A success
Since the AIA began placing football teams based on on-field success instead of enrollment, the 4A-sized Lancers moved up to 5A and now 6A, the highest level of Arizona football.
tucson.com
December 2, 2025 at 4:03 PM
Arizona head coach Brent Brennan said "the momentum we have as a football program is also showing up on the recruiting trail." The early signing period begins on Wednesday.
Arizona football's 2026 recruiting class shaping up to be a gem
Arizona head coach Brent Brennan said "the momentum we have as a football program is also showing up on the recruiting trail." The early signing period begins on Wednesday.
tucson.com
December 2, 2025 at 2:04 PM
Gilbert Williams Field star Trey Smith committed to the Arizona Wildcats on Monday.
Arizona Wildcats land three-star Phoenix-area receiver Trey Smith
Gilbert Williams Field star Trey Smith committed to the Arizona Wildcats on Monday.
tucson.com
December 2, 2025 at 1:27 AM
Arizona head coach Brent Brennan discussed the Wildcats' plans for this week and why quarterback Noah Fifita should receive Big 12 Offensive Player of the Year, among other topics.
Arizona Wildcats focused on 'school, recruiting and recovery' leading up to bowl season
Arizona head coach Brent Brennan discussed the Wildcats' plans for this week and why quarterback Noah Fifita should receive Big 12 Offensive Player of the Year, among other topics.
tucson.com
December 1, 2025 at 11:06 PM
For the second straight week, Arizona safety Dalton Johnson was named Big 12 Defensive Player of the Week.
Arizona's Dalton Johnson named Big 12 Defensive Player of the Week for second straight week
For the second straight week, Arizona safety Dalton Johnson was named Big 12 Defensive Player of the Week.
tucson.com
December 1, 2025 at 6:36 PM
Despite a 6-0 record, the Arizona women’s basketball team landed at No. 150 in the initial NET rankings of 2025-26. Blame the Wildcats’ strength of schedule.
Arizona women’s basketball’s NET ranking dragged down by nonconference schedule
Despite a 6-0 record, the Arizona women’s basketball team landed at No. 150 in the initial NET rankings of 2025-26. Blame the Wildcats’ strength of schedule.
tucson.com
December 1, 2025 at 6:15 PM
Greg Hansen's Notebook: After former ASU basketball star James Harden donated $1 million to the Sun Devils' NIL collective, ex-Wildcat Richard Jefferson questioned the investment.
Ex-Cat Richard Jefferson questions former ASU star's $1M investment | Greg Hansen
Greg Hansen's Notebook: After former ASU basketball star James Harden donated $1 million to the Sun Devils' NIL collective, ex-Wildcat Richard Jefferson questioned the investment.
tucson.com
December 1, 2025 at 6:00 PM
As has been the case throughout his life, former Arizona Wildcat star Mike Bibby is giving his newest gig, Sac State men's basketball coach, everything to make it a success.
Mike Bibby aims to be Sacramento State’s ‘maestro’ of winning. ‘That’s why I’m here.’
As has been the case throughout his life, former Arizona Wildcat star Mike Bibby is giving his newest gig, Sac State men's basketball coach, everything to make it a success.
tucson.com
December 1, 2025 at 4:05 PM
The Wildcats now have just one game over a 12-day period — at home on Saturday against Auburn — but that doesn't mean they're completely slowing down between games.
Arizona Wildcats aim to balance rest, momentum during long breaks between games
The Wildcats now have just one game over a 12-day period — at home on Saturday against Auburn — but that doesn't mean they're completely slowing down between games.
tucson.com
December 1, 2025 at 2:35 PM
Four-star El Paso offensive lineman Justin Morales is joining the Arizona Wildcats after he was originally committed to Kansas State.
Four-star offensive lineman Justin Morales flips commitment from Kansas State to Arizona
Four-star El Paso offensive lineman Justin Morales is joining the Arizona Wildcats after he was originally committed to Kansas State.
tucson.com
December 1, 2025 at 1:02 AM
For the first time since last September, the Arizona Wildcats are in the Associated Press Top 25 Poll.
Arizona Wildcats enter AP Top 25 for the first time since last season
For the first time since last September, the Arizona Wildcats are in the Associated Press Top 25 Poll.
tucson.com
November 30, 2025 at 7:16 PM
Greg Hansen's Notebook: The Big 12's coach of the year honor will likely go to Texas Tech's fourth year coach, but Arizona's Brent Brennan deserves strong consideration.
Arizona football's Brent Brennan should be considered for coach of the year | Greg Hansen
Greg Hansen's Notebook: The Big 12's coach of the year honor will likely go to Texas Tech's fourth year coach, but Arizona's Brent Brennan deserves strong consideration.
tucson.com
November 30, 2025 at 6:20 PM
Forecasting the major storylines for the coming week, which culminates with the College Football Playoff selections, bowl announcements and Heisman Trophy voting
Championship game matchups, CFP controversy, the ACC’s nightmare scenario and our Heisman forecast
Forecasting the major storylines for the coming week, which culminates with the College Football Playoff selections, bowl announcements and Heisman Trophy voting
tucson.com
November 30, 2025 at 6:05 PM