Good morning, this is Tucson Local Pulse for December 20, 2024. We're starting off with some breaking news from the past few days. The Tucson Police Department has reported a fatal pedestrian collision on the 3200 block of North 1st Avenue and a homicide on the 2600 block of East 22nd Street. Our thoughts are with the families affected by these incidents[1].Moving on to the job market, we have some positive news. The Tucson job market has seen steady growth, adding nearly 6,600 jobs and maintaining an unemployment rate of 3.6%, the lowest in decades. Major hiring announcements include openings at Raytheon Missiles & Space, Banner Health, and the University of Arizona. Notable sectors with growth include professional and business services, leisure and hospitality, and trade, transportation, and utilities[2].In real estate news, there have been significant developments. The city council recently discussed the Unified Development Code Amendment, which includes multifamily residential development and adaptive reuse of qualified obsolete commercial buildings. This could lead to new construction projects and changes in zoning regulations[3].From city hall, we have updates on strategic initiatives related to unsheltered homelessness and the fentanyl/opioid public health crisis. The city manager also presented the Fiscal Year 25 mid-year employee compensation recommendation[3].Looking at the weather, today is expected to be sunny with a high of 68 degrees. Perfect weather for outdoor activities and events. Speaking of events, the Green Valley's 'Santa Cause' program is ongoing, and there are various holiday events planned around the city[5].In business news, there have been no major announcements of openings or closings in the past few days. However, the job market report indicates a healthy economy with various sectors showing growth.For community events, the next few days are packed with holiday activities. Check local listings for details on events in Sahuarita, Green Valley, and downtown Tucson.In local school achievements, we don't have any specific updates today, but we'll keep an eye on any notable achievements or sports results.For a feel-good community story, the 'Santa Cause' program in Green Valley is a heartwarming initiative that's worth mentioning. It's great to see the community coming together for a good cause[5].Finally, in today's crime report, we want to remind everyone to stay safe and vigilant. The recent incidents on North 1st Avenue and East 22nd Street are a reminder of the importance of public safety. The Tucson Police Department is working diligently to address these issues[1].This has been Tucson Local Pulse. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates.This content was created in partnership and with the help of Artificial Intelligence AI

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