Good morning, Tucson.

Residents in Catalina Foothills are raising concerns about deteriorating road conditions and urging officials to inspect and improve the streets promptly.

The Tucson Fire Department is responding to a fire near Udall Park and has closed Sabino Canyon at Kolb — officials are monitoring the situation closely.

Tucson Fire Department crews are responding to a fire near Udall Park—large clouds of smoke and many first responders are visible as officials work to manage the scene.

On Sep 14, the Tucson Fire Department battled a landfill fire on the Eastside near Udall Park as they worked to control the blaze and minimize risks.

Tucson native Nico Nataly, an Ironwood Ridge High School graduate, earned his second Creative Arts Emmy nomination for Outstanding Picture Editing for an Unstructured Reality Program on Deadliest Catch—he began his career as a footage logger and now works as a lead editor in Los Angeles.

Tomorrow, the Saint Philips Fiestas Patrias Festival in Tucson will bring music, food, and dancing to celebrate Mexican independence and honor cultural heritage — folklorico dancers will perform to unite the local community.

Organizers say the event will highlight tradition and community pride.

Today, Pima County and Visit Tucson launch ¡Viva Tucson!—a month-long festival celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month with food, music, art, and traditions.

The event features free Friday concerts at the Historic Courthouse and cultural activities at Pima County Public Library and Kino Sports Complex ahead of the Mexican Baseball Fiesta from October 2-5.

Gouyen was born around 1857 and earned the Apache name 'Wise Woman' when she avenged her husband’s death in a Comanche raid in the 1870s—she tracked down the killer and seized his weapons.

She later fought in key battles and survived harsh captures before ending her life at Fort Sill.

Film Fest Tucson 2025 is not held on one fixed weekend and will show eight films over several months in partnership with Pima Arts Live—director Herb Stratford said the change lets more Tucson viewers and students enjoy the films.

He said pop up events will add extra films, including a quirky western produced by David Lynch that may debut on Oct. 26.

The University of Arizona announced that Jenna Rickus will become the senior vice provost reporting to Provost Patricia Prelock.

Rickus will join the team on Sept. 29 with an annual salary of $415,000 and will help improve coordination of university programs—her background in biomedical engineering and teaching supports her new role.

Pima County supervisors will vote today to reaffirm a one-time 15% fund balance while committing to a plan that reaches a 17% reserve needed by ratings agencies—Marana Town Council will vote Tuesday on the $2.7 billion Regional Transportation Next proposal and Santa Cruz County will approve free landfill use through June 30. These government actions are part of a busy agenda addressing fiscal management, infrastructure, and community services.

City Council candidates are set to meet tonight at Dunbar Pavilion for an NAACP forum where they will share their views.

A public meeting on the STAR Village homeless pilot will be held on Sept. 17 at Donna R. Liggins Recreation Center and early ballots for the special congressional race will be accepted until 7 p.m. on Sept. 23.

Pima Community College volleyball team beat Park University VR in four sets on Saturday—freshman Alex Jacome led the effort with 28 assists and 5 aces, and the Aztecs will host Scottsdale Community College on Friday at 7 p.m. at the West Campus Aztec Gymnasium.

Salpointe Catholic graduate and Panthers rookie Lathan Ransom played his first game in Arizona since his high school days—his parents reflected on his journey to the NFL.

2nd Annual Los Donantes Blood Donor Celebration

1-3 p.m. — Red Cross Foothills Blood and Platelet Donation Center — Free — Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month with food, music, and community storytelling while donating blood.

Ashley Gavin Live Performance

7-8:30 p.m. — 191 Toole — Tickets on sale — Enjoy an evening of comedy with Ashley Gavin at this intimate venue.

Evening with Egyptian Oud Master Mohamed Abozekry

6:30-8:00 p.m. — The Century Room — Ticket prices vary — Experience the imagination and improvisation of renowned oud musician Mohamed Abozekry.

Ancient Aliens Live

7:30-9 p.m. — Rialto Theatre — Reserved seating — Experience a night of exploration into the mysteries of ancient aliens.

Supercolor Beer Release

3-9 PM — Pueblo Vida Brewing Company — Cost varies — Celebrate the return of the hazy IPA featuring Galaxy and Strata hops at this anniversary release.

Team Trivia Night

7-9 p.m. — Pueblo Vida Brewing Company — Free entry — Test your knowledge with friends and compete for gift card prizes in a lively atmosphere.

Kern Plays Rachmaninoff

7:30-9 p.m. — Tucson Music Hall — Tickets available — Experience the Tucson Symphony Orchestra's captivating performance of Rachmaninoff's masterpieces.

Break Through The Silence: AI Tools for Job Seekers

2-5 p.m. — Eckstrom-Columbus Library — Free entry — Empower your job hunt with hands-on AI tools and strategies to land interviews confidently.

Jazz Jam with Max Goldschmid

6:30-9:30 p.m. — The Century Room — $5-$10 + DICE fees — Enjoy an evening of jazz improvisation with Max Goldschmid and fellow musicians.

Madison McFerrin Concert

7-10 p.m. — Hotel Congress — $25-$35 + Fees — Experience the soul-appella sounds of Madison McFerrin with a blend of R&B and jazz.