Good morning, Tucson.

Gerd and Inge Strauss Manor marked 20 years of independent living today with a celebratory luncheon for residents, staff and volunteers at the 81-unit facility (founded by Holocaust survivors to offer dignity and support) in Tucson.

Rosie Felix, who lost her daughter to gun violence years ago, finds hope in Tucson’s VIVA outreach program (run by the PD) that offers counseling and community events; city officials say the program will expand support across target hot spots to help prevent similar tragedies.

Rivera Elementary honored first grade teacher Jacqueline Villa in the HSL Teacher Appreciation Awards when HSL Properties surprised her with a $1K check — an award recognizing her positive impact on students.

Five candidates are running for three open seats on the Amphitheater Public Schools board.

Officials say the closely watched board race — details remain forthcoming from school representatives.

The University of Arizona was named the region's most collaborative research institution and ranked among the top 20 public universities nationwide in international research partnerships according to a Global Research Partnerships report Tuesday.

The university excelled in various disciplines including earth and planetary sciences, physics, and arts.

Tucson Unified School District property owners now see an extra tax charge following voters' approval of a seven-year maintenance override that took effect July 1, 2026; the measure passed with 43,627 votes and provides about $45 million annually for teacher pay & staffing programs.

Catalina Foothills School District will host a forum on Proposition 320 today at 6:30 p.m. at Catalina High School’s music hall, where leaders will discuss potential changes affecting counselors, nurses, security staff, and special education support.

Tucson officials are considering a partnership to speed up cleanup of PFAS-contaminated groundwater.

Local agencies will work together soon to finalize the plan for safer water in affected areas.

Tucson drivers face heavy traffic on main surface streets as construction and a lack of a crosstown freeway add delays.

The city's Department of Transportation is expanding smart signal technology at nearly every intersection to ease congestion soon.

Pima County Health Department data shows SNAP enrollment dropped 45% and Medicaid enrollment fell by over 9% as county officials warn that new enrollment rules and upcoming Medicaid cuts will strain local food banks & community services; targeted outreach will launch in October to assist affected residents.

The University of Arizona soccer team will face No. 14 BYU today at Mulcahy Stadium at 7 p.m. after recent losses — BYU has won a 7-2 record in past matchups, and the Wildcats aim to turn the tide.

The Wildcats (1-1) will host winless Northern Illinois (0-2) at Casino Del Sol Stadium on Saturday at 7:30 p.m. after a tough loss to BYU last week, with Arizona planning to boost its momentum by relying on a strong run game despite missing top receiver Gio Richardson.