Tucson
Today
Monday, April 6th, 2026
Good morning, Tucson. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 6th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Friskies is feeding shelter cats in Tucson today to honor the Arizona Wildcats Final Four run + support local animal care. Arizona Daily Star
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ 1989 Bake House is now open at 745 N. Fourth Ave, offering locally sourced pastries, coffee and meals while preparing for its grand opening on April 11 (open Monday through Saturday). Owner Roselena Trevizo blends her pop-up experience with local flavors in this renovated downtown space. The Daily Wildcat
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Jackie and Shadow’s 2026 chicks made an Easter debut on a live cam Sunday as the first chick wobbled during feeding and the second hatched before Monday (thousands of local viewers tuned in). Arizona Daily Star
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Tucson set a record high of 102 degrees on March 21, and researchers noted that rising temperatures and shifting monsoon patterns affected bird breeding and food availability for local wildlife. Experts said birds move to lower elevations seeking water and food (a sign of climate change). Tucson Sentinel
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Arizona men's basketball team returned to Tucson Sunday at McKale Center after a 91-73 loss to Michigan in the Final Four. Fans are positive about coach Tommy Lloyd's future and the upcoming season (the longest run since 2001). KVOA
- ➤ The Wildcats arrived by bus (after their loss in the Final Four) and were welcomed by local fans outside their stop yesterday. KVOA
- ➤ Hundreds of Wildcats fans welcomed the team home at McKale Memorial Center after their Final Four loss to Michigan on Saturday. Coach Tommy Lloyd broke records with 36 wins and signed an extension until 2031, giving fans hope for next season. KGUN 9
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The Happy Fits Concert
7-9 p.m. — Rialto Theatre — All ages, $ — Enjoy a lively performance by The Happy Fits with GA standing.
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Christian McBride Performance
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Fox Tucson Theatre — Check for ticket info — Experience a fusion of jazz, R&B, bluegrass and classical in an unforgettable evening.
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Sierra Hull Concert
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Fox Tucson Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the mastery of Grammy-nominated artist Sierra Hull in a live performance.
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Mystery & Magic Dinner Theater Special Performance
Evening — Desert Diamond Casino & Entertainment — Check event details — Experience an enchanting evening of fine dining and immersive mystery performances.
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Asphalt Astronaut Performance
4-8 p.m. — The Hoppy Vine — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening with acclaimed Tucson singer-songwriter Asphalt Astronaut as she showcases her latest music.
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Garrison Keillor with Richard Dworsky
7:30-9:30 p.m. — Rialto Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of storytelling and music with Garrison Keillor and special guest Richard Dworsky.
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Back To The Future - The Musical
Tues, Apr 14th – Sun, Apr 19th — Centennial Hall UA — Ticket required — Experience the time-traveling adventure of Marty McFly and Doc Brown in this award-winning Broadway adaptation.
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25th Annual Greenhouse Engineering Design & Crop Production Short Course
9 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. — Controlled Environment Agriculture Center — Varies — Explore cutting-edge sustainability and innovation in controlled environment agriculture over three days.
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THIS WEEK AT THE ROYAL ROOM! 450 N. 6TH AVE.!!!
DJ'S, TATTOO'S, FOOD TRUCKS AND ALL THE GOOD TIMES! ROYAL INK W/ HALSERO ON THURSDAY W/ ODD DOGS FOOD CART, JEANNINE AND DMITRI ON FRIDAY W/ SUMABOLIVIAN FOOD TRUCK!
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Henderson Silver Knights vs. Tucson Roadrunners
6-9 p.m. — Tucson Convention Center — Cost info not provided — Catch the professional ice hockey clash between the Tucson Roadrunners and the Henderson Silver Knights.
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