Good morning, Tucson.

Gospel Rescue Mission's Operation Rescue from the Heat is offering free meals, shelter and recovery resources to people experiencing homelessness from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. — services are provided at 4550 S.

Palo Verde Road as temperatures rise this summer. The program began in late May and has held 69 outreach events so far.

Drivers at a Catalina Foothills intersection should prepare for overnight lane restrictions – crews will conduct pavement repairs to improve road safety.

TPCH is recruiting 18- to 24-year-olds with homelessness experience for its Youth Action Committee that guides policy and services.

Info sessions are set Tuesday, June 30 at Eon Youth Lounge (526 N 4th Ave) and Thursday, July 2 at Sentinel Building (320 N Commerce Park Loop) with food provided.

Local Venezuelans are collecting supplies—ibuprofen, wound cream, vitamins, gauze pads and water purification tablets—for earthquake victims in Venezuela; Marlene Baquet of the food truck All For Venezuela said drop-off sites will open soon.

Southern Arizona is modernizing its defense work with local firms and military bases such as Davis-Monthan, Fort Huachuca (and the University of Arizona).

Leaders say new startups in AI, space tech and hypersonics will bring more jobs and projects to the area.

The Pima County Board extended its GED program at the local jail for one year to boost inmate education + skills development.

A Red Flag Warning remains in effect for southeast Arizona fire weather zones from 10 a.m. Saturday to 8 p.m. MST Sunday, alerting crews to conditions that may quickly worsen any wildfires (gusts reaching up to 40 mph and low humidity).

Arizona risks a 77% cut in its Colorado River water if state and federal discussions do not produce a new deal; officials propose voluntary cuts to protect supplies (updated guidelines are expected by mid-July).

The Tucson Fire Department's 2025 Annual Report showed it handled 104,784 calls (86% EMS) despite staffing shortages that raised response times by 15% from twelve years ago.

Deputy Chief Sharon McDonough said recruitment lagged behind needs as current staffing of 650 fell short of a 750-person goal.

Pima County Board approved $2.2M+ from an opioid settlement to extend the sobering center so residents can access immediate care.

The move supports local health services and enhances community support.

Military families at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base will soon receive major home makeovers as officials launch a project to upgrade on-base housing + community facilities, with improvements scheduled to begin this summer.

The Tucson Wildlife Center is urging residents to clean bird feeders and birdbaths as a measure to slow the spread of avian pox among birds, noting that the number of treated birds has declined from 10 to 6 in recent weeks.

The center also advises spacing multiple feeders farther apart to reduce mosquito activity.

Habitat for Humanity’s Angels Crossing project allowed 12 Tucson families to become homeowners, marking a milestone in affordable housing.

The achievement highlights ongoing efforts to build stronger neighborhoods in 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.

P.O.P - The Paul Opocensky Project

8 AM – 12 PM — St. Philip's Plaza Market — Free entry — Singer-songwriter Paul Opocensky delivers epic shows of original music and soulful covers.

Advancing STEM Research Teaching Conference

9 a.m.-3 p.m. — Community Foundation for Southern Arizona — Free workshops — Enhance your STEM teaching strategies with intensive professional development over four days.

Breakthrough Basketball Shooting & Ball Handling Camp

— Jul 14-16 — Sporting Chance Center — $97 for observing coaches — Sharpen your basketball skills with high-intensity camps focused on shooting and ball handling.

Hot Jazz Wednesday with Marco & The Polos

6:30-10 p.m. — The Century Room — $10-$15 + DICE fees — Enjoy a lively night of traditional New Orleans jazz led by multi-instrumentalist Marco Rosano.