Good morning, Tucson.

Tucson journalist Alexis Huicochea has been named executive editor of the Arizona Daily Star, bringing years of editorial expertise to the paper.

Her appointment is set to boost local reporting and community coverage.

The Pascua Yaqui Tribe hosted a media tour at its new Casino Del Sol, Vahi Taaʼam on Tuesday, Aug.

11 — its third gaming property — to preview fresh gaming and entertainment options for locals.

The Pascua Yaqui Tribe will open its third casino, Casino Del Sol Vahi Taa'am (located near Interstate 10 and Grant Road in the Old Pascua community) on Nov.

15. Neighbors can tour the facility to see its gaming options.

A rival bid by 7 Brew Drive-thru Coffee on Tucson’s seven shuttered Salad And Go locations may impact Dutch Bros’ $105 million purchase plan for 65 shops across the Southwest + a Texas bankruptcy judge will review the competing offers on Sept.

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Tucson Electric Power held a ribbon cutting this morning at its Roadrunner Reserve facility (near Interstate 10 and Rita Road) as it expanded its battery storage system to add 400 MW capacity for more reliable power and to lower fuel costs.

A large solar and battery plant is planned near Robles Junction on state land along Ajo Way in Pima County with work set to begin late next year and could bring $200 million for local schools and public services.

A public meeting is held today at 4 p.m. at Fred's Arena Bar and Steakhouse (9650 S. Avra Road).

The University of Arizona announced that running back Ismail Mahdi and linebacker Max Harris will return for a fifth season following a federal eligibility ruling, adding experienced leadership before the Wildcats open their season on Saturday, Sept.

5 at Casino Del Sol Stadium.