Good morning, Tucson.

Tucson Electric Power announced neighbor-to-neighbor events that will offer bill assistance and energy-saving support across southern Arizona, including two events today at Unleashed Christian Church and the Community Food Bank, with more on Oct.

24 and Oct. 30.

Reid Park Zoo mourned the loss of its beloved 15-year-old giraffe Jasiri, who was euthanized after suffering pneumonia and other age-related complications.

Staff said he had shown improvement after treatment and had been a cherished part of the zoo since 2012.

Hudbay Minerals and Mitsubishi Corporation approved construction of the Copper World mine on the west slope of the Santa Rita Mountains.

The $2 billion project will start production in 2029 and is expected to create 1,000 construction jobs while environmental groups raise concerns (water and air quality risks).

TUSD will spend $70M from its $480M bond to install 8-ft perimeter fences, new cameras at Sahuaro High School, and emergency lanyards for staff to boost campus security.

The upgrades are part of steady efforts to ensure students and staff are protected.

Parents reacted as the school district announced Hudlow Elementary is one of four campuses under review for closure and consolidation, joining Cragin, Dunham and Magee.

A public meeting is scheduled for Tuesday, Oct. 27 so community members can share their concerns.

Sierra School of Tucson celebrates the opening of its larger campus for K-12 students with specialized learning needs (featuring bigger classrooms and a dedicated outdoor space) as a ribbon cutting with tours and a sensory friendly trunk-or-treat is scheduled later today.

Bobcat Senior Honorary is preparing to lead Homecoming festivities at UA from Oct.18 to Oct.24 in Tucson.

The events include lighting A Mountain, a bonfire and pep rally on Oct.23 and a game at Casino Del Sol Stadium, promising a memorable tradition for alumni and students.

Chiricahua will hold a celebration as it officially transforms from a national monument to a national park.

Local officials say the event will highlight the area’s unique rock formations and natural beauty.

The City of Tucson released its full first year report on STAR Village (a program that provides temporary safe sleeping sites and services for unhoused women).

Drivers heading between Arizona and California should expect delays on I-10 starting Oct.

26 as ADOT closes one lane in each direction for repaving near Ehrenberg + the project is set to continue through summer 2027.

Pima County health officials reported record heat-related deaths (151) and illnesses (1,013) from extreme summer heat.

The department and local groups will meet before the end of October to update heat-safety measures.

The University of Arizona men’s basketball team enters its final exhibition game today at 7 p.m. at McKale Center—set to face Eastern Washington for the third time with previous wins at home in 2004-05 and 2020-21.