Daily Brief
June 23, 2026
Tuesday
⛈️ Weather — Tucson
⚠️ Extreme Heat Warning in effect from 11 AM today through 8 PM MST Wednesday. NWS Tucson is forecasting afternoon temperatures of 107–111°F across the Tucson Metro, Green Valley, Marana, and Vail. Heat-related illnesses increase significantly. Reschedule strenuous outdoor activity to early morning or evening, drink plenty of water, and never leave people or pets in parked vehicles.
Today: Sunny, high near 109°F. Heat index values as high as 103°F. Northwest wind 1–12 mph, gusts to 21 mph. 0% precipitation. Tonight: Mostly clear, low near 78°F. Heat index values as high as 102°F. Northwest wind 2–12 mph, gusts to 21 mph. Wednesday: Sunny, high near 108°F. Heat index values as high as 104°F. Extreme Heat Warning continues through 8 PM. Outlook: Pre-monsoon heat persists through the week — 108°F Thursday, 107°F Friday, 106°F Saturday, before a gradual easing to 102°F by next Monday. A southerly wind shift is expected midweek. No significant precipitation chances through at least next Monday.
NWS Tucson Forecast API
🏛️ Government
Hobbs signs final 51 bills of the 2026 legislative session. Arizona Gov. Katie Hobbs signed 51 pieces of legislation Monday, the last batch from a session that ended June 13. All 51 passed with bipartisan support, while 88 previous vetoes had carried GOP-only backing. Notable new laws include the Veterans' Specialty Court Grant Program, a school ban on recreational drones within 200 feet of campus, and an increase to the water supply revolving fund loan cap from $3 million to $20 million.
Federal judge strikes down Trump voter-roll database as illegal. U.S. District Judge Sparkle Sooknanan ruled Monday that the Trump administration violated federal privacy law by repurposing the Department of Homeland Security's SAVE computer program to search state voter rolls for potential noncitizen voters. The 75-page ruling vacated the policy directives enabling the program, finding violations of Social Security data protections and the Privacy Act. The decision puts pressure on the DOJ's pending lawsuits against 30 states — including Arizona — demanding unredacted voter roll data with Social Security numbers, as the 90-day pre-election window approaches.
Kelly and Gallego co-sponsor bill blocking military at polling places. Senate Democrats introduced the Protect Our Polls Act last week, which would require Congressional approval before federal troops could be deployed to election sites. Arizona Sens. Mark Kelly and Ruben Gallego are among the co-sponsors. The Trump administration has declined to rule out military presence at polls ahead of November midterms, and Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth has not ruled out using National Guard units.
Hobbs vetoes digital purchase disclosure bill. Gov. Hobbs vetoed HB2010, a bipartisan measure that would have required companies selling digital movies, games, and other content to disclose that consumers are purchasing a revocable license — not permanent ownership. Hobbs said the bill's refund provisions were "ambiguous and inconsistent with other states." The bill's sponsor, Rep. Nick Kupper (R-Surprise), said the veto surprised him given the legislation's near-unanimous support and said he will reintroduce it next session.
Pima County primary ballots begin mailing tomorrow. The Pima County Recorder's Office will mail ballots for the July 21 primary election beginning Wednesday, June 24, to all active early voters registered in the county. Voters who have not yet signed up for the permanent early voting list may still request a mail ballot or plan to vote in person.
🏗️ Development & Business
Oro Valley told to prepare for 20% cut in Colorado River water. Oro Valley water utility officials have been directed to prepare for a 20% reduction in their Central Arizona Project allocation beginning Jan. 1, Director Peter Abraham told the Town Council on June 3. CAP delivers Colorado River water to Tucson and surrounding communities; a 20% cut would force the utility to rely more heavily on groundwater and alternative supplies. The announcement comes alongside a 3.6% base rate hike that takes effect July 4.
Ripple Fiber to invest $80 million in Pima County high-speed internet. The fiber-optic internet provider announced plans to bring 100% fiber service to more than 50,000 homes and businesses across Pima County — its first expansion into Arizona. The $80 million investment is aimed at communities with limited broadband access across Southern Arizona.
Oracle Crossings shopping center in Oro Valley sold. The Oro Valley retail center anchored by Sprouts Farmers Market, Kohl's, and HomeGoods has been purchased from its longtime local owner. Terms of the sale were not disclosed.
🎉 Community & Events
Foodie Summer enters "Frozen Dessert" week. Tucson Foodie's 12 Weeks of Foodie Summer continues this week (June 22–28) with a frozen dessert theme — diners can submit receipts from any locally owned Tucson restaurant serving frozen treats for a chance to win prizes including gift cards and festival tickets. The summer-long campaign, now in its fourth week, has kept more than $7,000 circulating in local restaurants. Next week's theme: Burgers (June 29–July 5).