Good morning, Tucson.

Local food banks, school districts & community groups are offering free or low-cost nutritious food for summer, including kits until Aug.

5 and school meals during break. Today, ICS distributes food at ConnectionPointe Church in Flowing Wells from 8:20 a.m. to 10 a.m., with more events planned through Saturday.

Downtown Marana's long-awaited entertainment district cleared its final legal hurdle on Jul.

20 and will now advance toward construction, marking a key step in developing a new local venue for community enjoyment.

Houghton Meat Market is a family-owned butcher shop on Tucson’s Eastside that offers handmade sausages, local sauces, and a New York-themed experience every day (at 10275 E 22nd St) while bringing East Coast flair to quality meats and friendly service.

University of Arizona scientists have detected magnetic fields in the afterglow of a giant space explosion, revealing how these fields shape blast events.

The discovery was made using a radio telescope and may change how we understand massive stars ending their lives.

Mount Lemmon will remain under Stage 3 water restrictions for at least another month as the water supply struggles to recover from low outputs despite recent monsoon rains; the Mount Lemmon Water Improvement District will soon install an 800,000 gallon tank + conserve 500,000 gallons for fire safety.

Arizona Lottery officials announced a $1 million Powerball win when a ticket was sold at a QuikTrip gas station in Marana last Saturday—ticket sold near Tangerine Road and Interstate 10.

Local residents can look forward to the next drawing on Monday with an estimated jackpot of $544 million.

Two MQ-9 Reaper aircraft from the Arizona Air National Guard's 214th Attack Group are temporarily operating from Davis-Monthan AFB until construction at Fort Huachuca is complete (ending April 30).

Residents may notice increased flight activity as training missions continue under FAA and DOD regulations.

On July 20, the Tucson Housing and Community Development Department honored property managers and owners at the YWCA for supporting the Housing Choice Voucher program that helps 5,200 households secure affordable housing (a key community effort), with local council members expressing gratitude and urging more participation.

A Tucson resident diagnosed with measles after international travel has led Pima County to identify eight potential exposure sites in Tucson and Oro Valley.

Residents who visited these sites should check their vaccine records & seek medical advice if symptoms appear.

The Manor Born Concert

7-11 p.m. — Brick Box Brewery — $10 cover — Enjoy a night of indie post-punk sounds from Tucson's own The Manor Born.

Underoath Live Concert

8:00 – 9:30 PM — 191 Toole — Tickets from $68 — Experience a can't-miss live show by Underoath in Tucson.

JC Chiriguayo Live Jazz

10:30 p.m. — The Century Room — Free entry — Enjoy a night of jazz featuring the music of legendary guitarist Pat Metheny performed by local talents.

Ciao, Bella! An Italian Summer Evening of Jazz

6:30-9:30 p.m. — The Century Room — $20-30 + DICE Fees — Enjoy an enchanting evening of Italian-inspired jazz and vintage charm while sipping refreshing drinks in a candlelit ambiance.

Scrappy Sundaze at Pueblo Vida Brewing Company

2-5 p.m. — Pueblo Vida Brewing Company — Free entry — Enjoy a relaxing afternoon of crafting with coloring pages, games, and summer scrap packs in a vibrant community space.

Nike Basketball Camp at Mountain View High School

9 a.m.-3 p.m. — Mountain View High School — $399 — Enhance basketball skills and gain confidence in a fun and educational environment.

Wednesday Team Trivia Night

7-9 p.m. — Pueblo Vida Brewing Company — Free entry — Test your knowledge and compete for prizes over tasty beverages in a lively trivia challenge.

Kidz Expo & Back to School 2026 15th Anniversary

4-8 p.m. — Tucson Convention Center — Vendor & sponsorship opportunities — Celebrate back-to-school with one of the biggest family events of the year.

Smokewagon Late Night Show

10:30 p.m. — The Century Room — Free entry — Experience an electrifying performance of Bluegrass, Western Swing, and Country music by Reid Riddiough and Jon Stark's Smokewagon.

Tucson Back To School Craft and Vendor Market

11 a.m. – 6 p.m. — Park Place Mall — Free entry — Explore a variety of local vendors offering unique finds and back-to-school essentials.