Good morning, Tucson.

Crews from Pima County responded to a propane leak near East Irvington Rd — South Palo Verde Rd on Thursday, July 2 at 3:30 p.m. Businesses were evacuated before the leak was stopped by 4:40 p.m. and the road reopened by 5 p.m.

Kids are invited to register for free swim lessons through the 17th annual News 4 Tucson Lifesaver program with a session on July 9 at Lighthouse YMCA (registration is open) as the event nears its end.

Pima Animal Care Center now offers free pet ID tags at three Tucson locations (4000 N.

Silverbell Rd, 7225 E. Broadway Blvd, 2661 N. First Ave) during business hours to help pets stay safe amid upcoming Fourth of July festivities.

Tucson will host its final fireworks display at A Mountain (also known as Sentinel Peak) at 9 p.m. tomorrow, after which the celebration will switch to a drone light show in 2027 to boost public safety and reduce noise for pets and wildlife.

A report from OnDeck shows Tucson tops the nation with 34% of its businesses owned by families.

El Charro, a 103-year-old local restaurant (founded in 1922), stands as an example of the enduring family spirit driving local entrepreneurship.

Tucson public artist Ignacio Garcia is transforming a blank wall on a downtown parking garage into a three-story mural titled Paula Verde—celebrating the state tree and the Sonoran Desert.

Assisted by his mentee Sabina Coan, he expects to finish the work by mid July.

Tucson hosts a busy Fourth of July weekend with celebrations across the city.

Friday’s Extravaganza at Kino Sports Complex will feature soccer and fireworks while Saturday brings family events at Reid Park Zoo and Hotel Congress and Sunday offers barbecue at Hacienda Del Sol.

The Pima County Department of Environmental Quality issued an Ozone Action Day (until 8:00 p.m. today) for the Tucson Metro area as high ozone levels pose a health risk.

Rising gas prices are making some residents reconsider their Fourth of July travel plans.

Pima County announced that it will repave five roads in Flowing Wells—including Wetmore, Roger, Palm Grove, Pomona and Limberlost—as part of its 2026-27 road repair program, with work dates still to be determined.

Pima County installed a flying tee intersection near Mica Mountain High School on Valencia Road after community feedback raised safety concerns about inexperienced drivers.

The new design reduces conflict points and will be explained to students and parents ahead of school starting July 24.

Attorney General Kris Mayes announced that three egg companies must donate over 50 million eggs and pay over $3 million after an investigation found they raised prices illegally from June 2022 to March 2025 — companies supplying Tucson grocery stores will donate eggs to local food banks as they follow new anti-price gouging rules.

Reid Park Zoo is offering fruit treats every Wednesday in July (a refreshing treat for visitors) to help keep everyone cool during summer heat.

The US World Cup run has spurred a surge in soccer interest in Tucson as local clubs and community centers expand youth programs and training sessions throughout summer.

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.

Happy Together Tour

Nostalgia Concert Series — Summer 2026 — Fox Tucson Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the hits of the 1960s and '70s with an evening of unforgettable music.

The Paul Opocensky Project

8 AM – 12 PM — St. Philip's Plaza Market — Free entry — Experience the soulful acoustic grunge of live music by Paul Opocensky in Tucson's vibrant marketplace.

Jazz Jam with Cameron Davidson

6:30-9:30 p.m. — The Century Room — $5-$10 + DICE fees — Sit in with the house band and enjoy a lively evening of jazz improvisation.