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Sunday, January 25th, 2026
Good morning, Tucson. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 25th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Arizona’s recreational pot program celebrates five years after legal sales began on Jan. 22, 2021; the $700 million in tax revenue now supports community agencies (like police and fire departments) and aids expungement for low-level offenses, though some medical users feel underserved. KGUN 9
- ➤ On Friday, the Tucson Fire Department held its annual Fallen Firefighters Memorial at Fire Central (300 South Fire Central Place) at 10 a.m. to honor fallen heroes Patrick Quinn, added to the memorial wall after his battle with cancer, and active duty firefighter Benjamin Call. KVOA
- ➤ Dozens gathered at Fire Central in downtown Tucson Saturday morning to honor firefighters who died in 2025 during the annual memorial ceremony featuring bagpipes + bells tolling, while Fire Chief Sharon McDonough and Quinn's family highlighted the rising risk of occupational cancer in the fire service. KGUN 9
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Sam’s Club will open a second location in Tucson as part of its ten-year plan to double membership and sales. The new store will serve community customers and support the company’s growth in the area. Arizona Daily Star
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ A federal report warns that any management option for the depleted Colorado River may lead to severe outcomes — including dead pools at reservoirs—with local officials monitoring water scarcity closely. Arizona Daily Star
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Arizona Wildcats beat West Virginia 88 to 53 on Saturday, Jan. 24 at their Tucson arena, earning a 35 point win that kept them unbeaten. Arizona Daily Star
- ➤ The Arizona women's basketball team with a 10-8, 1-6 record will play Iowa State University with a 15-5, 3-5 record in an upcoming road game as they try to end a three-game skid. Graduate guard Mickayla Perdue + teammate Noelani Cornfield will lead the team. The Daily Wildcat
- ➤ Mount Lemmon Ski Valley remains closed for skiing as managers await at least (16 inches) of snow this weekend to reach the opening threshold. Area manager Graham Davies said the mountain typically opens once conditions are met. KGUN 9
- ➤ Arizona GymCats earned a home win over Towson at McKale Center on Friday, Jan. 23 with a season-high 196.800, led by strong floor and apparatus scores. The team will then compete in Provo against BYU on Friday, Jan. 30 at 7 p.m. MST. The Daily Wildcat
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Misael Barraza Diaz CD Release Concert
6:30-9:30 p.m. — The Century Room — $20-$30 + Dice fees — Experience authentic flamenco as master guitarist Misael Barraza Diaz releases his new album accompanied by talented artists.
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John Stowell Trio Performance
6:30-9:30 p.m. — The Century Room — $20-$30 — Experience the unique jazz sound of celebrated guitarist John Stowell live on stage.
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Miners Co-op Rock Show
January 30 - February 15 — Sports Park Tucson — Free entry — Discover unique gems, minerals, and handmade treasures from local vendors.
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KALOS Live Performance
7 p.m. — The Sea of Glass — Center for the Arts — Immerse yourself in a captivating evening of maritime-inspired music from the trio Kalos.
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Jazz Jam with Max Goldschmid
6:30-9:30 p.m. — The Century Room — $5-$10 + DICE fees — Sit in with talented multi-instrumentalist Max Goldschmid and enjoy an evening of jazz jams.
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Grupo Arizona Performance
6:30-9:00 p.m. — The Century Room — $10-$15 + DICE fees — Experience a captivating fusion of classical and jazz music with Grupo Arizona.
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Win, Lose or Draw Badly! Retro Game Show Night
6-10 p.m. — Hotel Congress — $15 + Dice fees — Tucson's longest-running live comedy show featuring artistic chaos and celebrity guests.
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Jeffrey Foucault Live Performance
7-10 p.m. — Hotel Congress — $25-$30 + fees — Experience the distinctive voice of Jeffrey Foucault, renowned for his emotional songwriting and captivating live shows.
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76th Street Concert
7-10 p.m. — Hotel Congress — $25-$30 — Experience the soul-stirring harmonies of Nashville's Pop/Rock duo 76th Street in an intimate setting.
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USA Junior All-American Games
Feb 13-15 — Kino Sports Complex — Competitive youth baseball tournament — Experience thrilling games with over 100 youth teams competing during President's Day weekend.
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