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The Sam Hughes Neighborhood Association and the city teamed up to add big kid swings at Himmel Park, with $4,005 raised to cover half the cost.

A ribbon-cutting ceremony is set for 9 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 19 (at 1000 N. Tucson Blvd).

The Tucson VA Medical Center will hold a Rose Garden ceremony later this week to honor Sept.

11 victims as part of 25th anniversary remembrances (community members are invited to reflect on the impact).

Six former students from Mountain View High School lost their lives serving in the military after 9/11, and their families and friends honor their sacrifices through nonprofits (Chad's Champions) and music tributes that keep their memories alive in the community.

Tucson holds several 9/11 remembrance events marking 25 years since the attack.

Thousands climbed stairs at Tucson Arena as Sunnyside High students led a 2,200-step route — Oro Valley will host a sunset ceremony at Arizona Heroes Memorial at 6:30 p.m.

Sahuaro High's new turf football field and scoreboard were vandalized today and Tucson Unified School District is investigating the incident (anyone with information is asked to call TUSD School Safety at 520-584-7676).

University of Arizona grad Mark Finelli recounted his escape from the South Tower on Sept.

11, 2001 (he was on the 61st floor and ran down the stairs as the building was hit), and said that quick decision led him to join the Marine Corps before earning an MBA with the GI Bill.

Retired Dan Rowan, formerly with Marana PD, recalls his 9/11 experience as a New York City firefighter who rushed to Ground Zero amid silent chaos - a moment that still guides his daily tribute to fallen colleagues.

Former News 4 Tucson reporters recalled covering 9/11 while reporting from Davis-Monthan Air Force Base and other local sites to deliver accurate updates about that historic day.

Their reflections reveal a lasting commitment to journalistic integrity and community service.

Tucson Unified and Sunnyside schools warned parents about a social media trend using AI images of The Cat in the Hat near school campuses; law enforcement is monitoring the situation while stating there is no credible threat.

Sabino High School held a student-led stair climb to honor lives lost on 9/11, with members of the Purple Star Club displaying the names while law enforcement and military veterans joined students and staff.

Attendees wore red, white, and blue to show their remembrance.

On Sept. 11, 2001, Tucson Airport activated its emergency response plan when flights were grounded and the terminal was evacuated, leading to sweeping security changes and the creation of TSA protocols.

Today officials say improved screening measures (replacing earlier private checks) help keep passengers safe.

Sol Dog Lodge in Marana supports pet owners by offering puppy yoga, dog CPR, and training year-round + they discussed their services with Makayla Goos on Tucson Now.