Good morning, Tucson.

Arizona's first Buc-ee's opened on Jun.

22, offering a new travel center experience for local drivers. The store now welcomes customers with a full range of services, though details about amenities remain limited.

The University of Arizona Poetry Center and Sky Island Alliance will host a monsoon-themed poetry open mic at Hotel Congress's Century Room on Sunday, June 28.

Doors open at 4 p.m. and admission is free + the event offers complimentary snacks, a cash bar, and a waitlist for performers.

Tucson-based nonprofit Youth on Their Own helps local homeless students earn high school diplomas by offering free education, supplies, and stipends – while local schools partner to connect them to essential support services.

Experts say removing PFAS from Arizona water will take generations because research links long-term exposure to these chemicals (forever chemicals) to cancer, developmental and reproductive issues.

The Tucson area is under an extreme heat watch through at least Wednesday night, so residents should check local advisories and plan to keep cool + stay safe during the rising temperatures.

Karla Toledo, a Flowing Wells resident in a DACA case, has had her dismissed case refiled by DHS and her attorney seeks to dismiss the charges.

She faces a hearing on July 7 and her DACA renewal is pending + community leaders and local supporters have rallied around her.

A clinical trial at the University of Arizona (led by Eledon Pharmaceuticals) shows promising results as 12 patients with type one diabetes remain insulin-free one year after receiving islet cell transplants.

Researchers will track long-term outcomes and work to lower treatment costs.

Pima County cooling centers are open to anyone needing relief from extreme heat as southern Arizona faces temperatures above 107 degrees today; most centers also accept donations to help those in need — check local details for hours and services.

Rising home costs and a growing housing shortage have led experts to urge Tucson’s local government and private builders to work together to ramp up affordable home construction.

Construction costs have surged, and experts say more action is needed (they expect change after Labor Day).

Five Arizona Wildcats men's basketball players enter the 2026 NBA Draft, which starts today at the Barclays Center in Brooklyn.

The draft will be broadcast tonight at 5:00 p.m. MST.

The University of Arizona women's tennis program promoted Tucson native Jamie Schroer to associate head coach.

She will work with players and guide the team this season.

Wednesday Team Trivia Night

7-9 p.m. — Pueblo Vida Brewing Company — Free entry — Test your knowledge in a fun trivia night with prizes for the top teams.

Falling In Love World Tour

7:30-9 p.m. — Fox Tucson Theatre — Cost info not provided — Experience the musical talent of Matteo Bocelli, the son of the legendary tenor Andrea Bocelli.

Patrick Wolf with Julia Nunes

7-10 p.m. — Hotel Congress — $18-$23 + fees for general admission, $80 + fees for VIP — Experience an evening of eclectic music with Patrick Wolf, featuring a meet and greet option.

The Paul Opocensky Project

8 AM – 12 PM — St. Philip's Plaza Market — Free entry — Experience the soulful sounds of Paul Opocensky as he blends original music with beloved covers in the heart of Tucson.

Team Trivia Night

7-9 p.m. — Pueblo Vida Brewing Company — Free to play — Test your trivia skills for a chance to win gift card prizes while enjoying tasty drinks in Downtown Tucson.

Pineross Live Performance

8:30-9:45 p.m. — The Century Room — $10-$15 Tickets + DICE fees — Immerse yourself in a unique sound and multimedia experience by Tucson artist Kevin Larkin, aka Pineross.

Casey Hadland Live Performance

10:30 p.m. — The Century Room — $5-10 + Dice Fees — Enjoy a late-night show with drummer Casey Hadland and his band in a cozy venue.

Diamonds in the Sky Celebration

5:30-9 p.m. — Kino Veterans Memorial Stadium — Free entry — Celebrate Independence Day with baseball, fireworks, and family fun at this annual Tucson event.

Jazz Jam with Cameron Davidson

6:30-9:30 p.m. — The Century Room — $5-$10 + DICE fees — Enjoy an evening of jazz with Cameron Davidson and the house band, featuring an open jam session.

Late Night with Saxophonist Ben Canfield

10:30 p.m. — The Century Room — Free entry — Enjoy late night vibes featuring live saxophone from Ben Canfield after the Saturday night show.