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Sign up today for News 4 Tucson Lifesaver Swimfest taking place tomorrow at Ott YMCA.

The event trains kids and families in basic water safety skills to help prevent childhood drownings in Southern Arizona.

The Santa Cruz Humane Society in Nogales will close this fall after 43 years because rising costs and fewer donations made it unsustainable.

Rescue agencies and local officials are working to rehome the remaining animals — 38 dogs and 18 cats — while urging community support.

Brother John's Beer, Bourbon & BBQ is preparing to close soon at the historic former Wildcat House location on North Stone Avenue after nearly 11 years serving Old Pueblo.

The business has been a favorite for its beer, bourbon & BBQ.

A housing boom is sparking new retail development in Southeast Tucson as a McDonald's opens on Houghton Road and Sprouts plans to open on Old Vail Road soon.

Retail outlets are expanding to serve growing customer demand and create local jobs.

One resident won $150,000 after buying the winning Powerball ticket at Circle K (1555 W.

Valencia Road) on Tucson’s southwest side on Monday, June 8. The Power Play ticket boosted the prize from $50,000, and an estimated $238 million jackpot will be drawn today.

A new report from National Institute for Early Education Research found Arizona preschools have few supports for bilingual students—with only 23% enrolled as dual language learners compared to 41% of all three- and four-year-olds—and eligibility rules focused on income miss many children who speak languages other than English at home.

The Arizona Department of Education will receive $300,000 over two years from the National Center for Grow Your Own (NCGYO) to expand a teacher apprenticeship and mentoring program statewide.

The grant will support roughly 100 apprentices and mentor teachers as part of efforts to address the ongoing teacher shortage.

Arizona is receiving a $300K grant to expand its teacher recruitment program (aiming to bring more educators into classrooms statewide).

Residents can comment on a permit renewal that would let the Central Tucson PFAS Project Demonstration Facility continue discharging treated groundwater into the Santa Cruz River (open until July 9).

The Arizona Department of Environmental Quality is piloting ion exchange treatment at a former Tucson Water production site.

The University of Arizona is hosting the 2026 National PFAS Conference from June 8 to today at the Health Sciences Innovation Building (focusing on forever chemicals).

On June 8, South Tucson sued the owner of the fire-damaged former Spanish Trail Motel over health concerns from repeated fires and asbestos debris and asked a judge to order demolition; the owner said he learned of the suit on social media while discussing plans with developers.

Marana officials have opened self-filling sandbag sites ahead of the monsoon to boost the town's storm preparedness plan (residents can use the locations as needed).

A Rio Rico woman who survived a massive heart attack reunited with the Life-Net and Tubac Fire teams — thanking them for their prompt, life-saving response.

A long-vacant downtown lot will become 44 affordable and 12 market-rate units after the city secured $2.5 million in state funding.

Phase one will begin summer 2027 and finish winter 2028 & the project is near Pima Community College and a planned Bus Rapid Transit corridor.

Fruit Bats Live in Concert

7:30-10:30 p.m. — La Rosa — Tickets from $86 — Experience the can't-miss live performance by Fruit Bats in Tucson.

Dad's Vibes & Rides Celebration

11 a.m. – 2 p.m. — Park Place Mall — Free entry — Celebrate Father's Day with live music, family activities, and an exciting car show.

Mamma Coal: Queens of Country Tribute

6-10 p.m. — The Gaslight Music Hall — Cost info not listed — Celebrate the powerful women of country music with Mamma Coal in a vibrant tribute performance.

Beauty And The Beast Musical

Various times — Centennial Hall UA — Ticketed event — Celebrate the magic of Disney’s 30th Anniversary production featuring captivating performances.

Aaron Szabo and Los Esquineros Live Performance

6:30-9:30 p.m. — The Century Room — $10-$15 + DICE fees — Enjoy an evening of Latin jazz with drummer Aaron Szabo and pianist Amilicar Guevara.

Solya Concert

7-10 p.m. — Hotel Congress — $22-67+ — Experience an ethereal evening with the rising star Solya and special guest Tela Novella.

World Cup Watch Party at Pueblo Vida Brewing Company

11:45 AM – 9:00 PM — Pueblo Vida Brewing Company — $4 pints all day — Catch the USA vs Australia game with friends and enjoy affordable brews.

Koiboi

10:30 p.m. — The Century Room — $10-$15 + DICE fees — Experience the soulful indie-jazz sounds of saxophonist Eric Nakanishi exploring life's emotions.

Herb Alpert Concert

7:30 – 9:00 PM — Tucson Convention Center — Tickets available online — Enjoy a night with legendary musician Herb Alpert.

Vincen Garcia Live Performance

7-10 p.m. — La Rosa — Ticketed event — Experience the distinct sound of Vincen Garcia in an intimate live setting.