Good morning, Tucson.

On Monday, hundreds of teens from North America, Moldova, Ukraine — and Israel were welcomed by Tucson families at the Convention Center for the Maccabi Games opening ceremony.

Organizers reported that more than 400 athletes and 350 host families participated and expect the games to deliver a $5.5 million boost to the local economy.

An aircraft caught fire—after an incident—at Ryan Airfield on Jul.

28th, and fire officials are investigating the cause.

On July 27, crews from the Santa Rita Fire District responded to a fatal motorcycle accident on southbound Interstate 19 near Esperanza Boulevard when a 54-year-old rider from Green Valley hit a guardrail and was ejected—resuscitation efforts failed and he was pronounced dead at the scene.

Tucson police identified the victim of a deadly shooting on July 28 — details about the suspect and investigation remain limited as authorities review evidence.

A Tucson dealership faces a fraud probe after a Wisconsin buyer said she was sold a 2020 Yukon Denali for $39,000 without being told of an outstanding lien—lien release came on June 16 with the title updated on July 1, nearly four months after purchase.

Tucson law enforcement arrested a suspect near 22nd and Kolb on Monday, July 28 in a major fentanyl bust that removed over 55,000 suspected pills from the streets—more than 12 pounds of the deadly drug.

Tesla has applied to bring its robotaxi service to Arizona and state officials (including the governor’s office, DPS, and transportation) will meet with the company on Aug.

8 to review the application. A tech engineer who has tested Tesla’s self-driving mode said the technology is unsafe and he has raised concerns with regulators.

Weekly Coloring Day at Pueblo Vida Brewing Company

3-9 p.m. — Pueblo Vida Brewing Company — Free entry — Unleash creativity and cool off with coloring in the taproom while sipping on refreshing brews.

Richard F. Caris Mirror Lab Tour

90 minutes — Steward Observatory — Admission fee varies — Experience the remarkable engineering behind the world's largest telescope mirrors and learn about groundbreaking astronomy research.

Mamma Coal SOLO Performance at Tanque Verde Ranch

6:30-10:30 PM — Tanque Verde Ranch — Call for cost — Enjoy an evening of country music with Tucson's own Mamma Coal at the cowboy cookout.

Desert Music Project Concert

7-8:30 p.m. — Hotel Congress — All Ages — Experience the enchanting tunes of Tucson's Desert Music Project alongside local acts.

Richard F. Caris Mirror Lab Tour

90 minutes — Steward Observatory — Free entry — Discover the cutting-edge technology behind the world's largest telescope mirrors and their impact on astronomy.

Tuesday Slush: Dole Whip & Hibiscus Lemonade

3-9 p.m. — Pueblo Vida Brewing Company — Price varies — Cool off with a unique slush flavor created weekly at the taproom.

Tucson Job Fair

11 AM - 1 PM — DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Tucson - Reid Park — Free admission — Discover job opportunities in Tucson and bring your professional resumes.

A Night of Jazz Flute with the Duane Rielley Trio

6:30-8 p.m. — The Century Room — $15-$25 tickets plus taxes and fees — Experience an evening of jazz standards featuring Duane Rielley on flute.

Family Brain Boost at Children's Museum Tucson

Noon — Children's Museum Tucson — Included with admission — Engage in hands-on science experiments every weekend that make learning fun for the whole family.

Jazz Jam with Max Goldschmid

6:30-9:30 p.m. — The Century Room — $5-$10 + DICE fees — Experience an evening of instrumental jazz with Max Goldschmid and local musicians in a welcoming atmosphere.