Good morning, this is Tucson Local Pulse for Thursday, November 21, 2024. We're starting with some breaking news from Marana, where a trial is set and a plea offer is in the works for a Marana dad charged in a child's hot car death. This case has been closely followed by our community, and we'll continue to provide updates as more information becomes available.

In other news, a University of Arizona student has submitted petitions to change the name of a local park to honor Danny Lopez, a significant figure in our community's history. This initiative highlights the active engagement of our local students in shaping the city's identity.

Moving on to the job market, we don't have any major hiring announcements or new job postings from top local employers to report today. However, the recent expansion of businesses like the new Panda Express in Marana is a positive sign for our local economy. The Mosaic Quarter project is also expected to boost sports and the local economy in the Southside area.

In real estate, there have been no notable commercial or residential property sales reported in the past few days. However, new development projects and construction updates continue to transform our cityscape. The weekly median home prices and inventory levels remain stable, with no significant changes reported recently.

From city hall, there have been no major decisions affecting daily life announced in the past few days. However, we're always on the lookout for updates that impact our community.

Weather-wise, today is expected to be sunny with mild temperatures, perfect for outdoor activities and events. If you're planning to travel for the holidays, be aware that more holiday travel records are expected to fall, so plan ahead to avoid any delays.

In new business activity, the opening of the new Panda Express in Marana is a highlight, with Marana High School band students helping to celebrate the occasion. This is a great example of how local businesses can engage with the community.

Looking ahead to community events, there are several activities planned for the next few days, though specific details are not available at this time. We recommend checking local event calendars for the latest information.

In local school achievements, Marana High School's band participation in the Panda Express opening is a notable mention. It's always inspiring to see our local students actively involved in community events.

For a feel-good community story, the involvement of Marana High School students in celebrating the new Panda Express is a heartwarming example of community engagement.

In today's crime report, there have been no significant incidents or arrests reported in the past 24 hours. However, the trial and plea offer in the Marana hot car death case are important developments that we're following closely.

This has been Tucson Local Pulse. We'll see you tomorrow with more local updates.