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Hey there, Tucson! Let's get started with what's happening in and around town. Read on and stay in the loop. ☀️

In today's newsletter:

  • What Tucson firefighters want you to remember before the next storm
  • What Tucson police say they found inside this ghost gun operation
  • Tucson renters say conditions still unsafe despite state lawsuit

Also on today's calendar: Latin Grammy-Winning Spanish Guitarist Twanguero Live in Tucson — Full Band & Special Guests and 9 more events.

Today's riddle: What is the difference between black eyed peas and chick peas? 🤔 (Answer below!)

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Weather forecast:

  • Wednesday: Humid; heavy p.m. t-storms, with a high of 82 and low of 70 degrees.
  • Thursday: An afternoon thunderstorm, temps: high: 91, low: 72. 🌶 Hot!
  • Friday: A t-storm in the afternoon, with a high of 97 and low of 72 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. 3 people rescued from rushing floodwaters in Tucson within 30 minutes (azfamily.com) — Within just 30 minutes, Tucson firefighters pulled three people from dangerous floodwaters after heavy rain turned washes and streets into fast-moving currents across the city. Rescues near Calle Betelgeux, Alamo Wash, and Tucson Medical Center sent two people to the hospital and prompted a strong reminder to never drive or walk through moving water, no matter how shallow it appears.
   

2. Tucson Police arrest suspect accused of making 'ghost guns' (kold.com) — Tucson residents should know police have arrested a suspect accused of building and selling so-called ghost guns from a home on the city's south side. Officers seized a dozen privately made firearms, other handguns, and thousands of fentanyl pills, and the suspect now faces multiple weapons and narcotics-related charges.
   

3. Problems continue at Tucson apartment complex one month after lawsuit (kold.com) — Tenants at several Tucson apartment complexes say serious problems like cockroach infestations and lack of hot water persist more than a month after Arizona's attorney general sued their landlord. Residents at Sedona Springs report ongoing discomfort and frustration, while the state's lawsuit continues and officials urge affected renters to file complaints documenting unsafe or unlivable conditions.
   

4. Dozens of Tucson-area cooling centers set to close at end of September (tucsonsentinel.com) — Dozens of Tucson-area cooling centers, including 26 libraries and several recreation centers, are scheduled to stop operating as official heat-relief sites on September 30, though buildings will remain open with fewer resources. City and county officials also describe how popular COOLtainer sites and other specialized cooling options for unhoused residents have already closed or will shut down in October, raising concerns as hot days continue.
   

5. Tucson International getting gear to improve runway safety (kgun9.com) — Tucson International Airport is getting new FAA-funded tracking transmitters for fire trucks and other ground vehicles to reduce the risk of runway collisions, especially in darkness or low visibility. Controllers will soon see vehicle locations on their monitors, with the system expected to be installed and operating by year's end, improving safety for workers and travelers alike.
   

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What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • This young beautiful pup was reported roaming in a neighborhood but was very skittish.
    A volunteer reached out to the person who posted but they didn't want any help, sadly. Volunteers kept a watchful eye out for other posts but she was… (Nextdoor Feldman's)
  • So in love with this perfect portrait, by Local fine Artist Maryanne Chisholm, of my Precious baby girl.
    Thanks so very much, and it was so reasonable. I will keep it in a place of honor and treasure it forever. (Nextdoor Tanque Verde / Silver Shadows)
  • HSL Asset Management, LLC posted a job opening for Porter in Tucson. Apply here.
  • Centuri Group, Inc. posted a job opening for Welder in Tucson. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Tucson here.

Ok Tucson! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Black eyed peas can sing us a song but chick peas can only hummus one. (Thank you Bev H. for sending it in!)
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