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Tuesday, April 21st, 2026
Good morning, Tucson. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 21st of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A nonprofit that trains service dogs for disabled veterans will open a training facility in Tucson soon. The center will pair service dogs with veterans from the Phoenix area. Arizona Daily Star
- ➤ Tucson Subaru donated over $100K to Youth On Their Own today at its dealership on North Oracle Road from the Subaru Share the Love event & the support now exceeds $1 million; the contribution will benefit nearly 1,600 teens in Pima County in staying in school. KVOA
- ➤ The Pima Council on Aging is closing its longtime headquarters on Broadway and selling the Marian Lupu Center as it shifts operations to the Katie Dusenberry Center on Country Club to serve seniors more directly. The consolidation will allow the group to reinvest funds into community work. KGUN 9
- ➤ Guide dog handlers in Tucson are facing access challenges in public settings (despite legal protections). Local advocates urge stricter enforcement of regulations to ensure equal access. KOLD News 13
- ➤ Instrumentalists at True Concord Voices and Orchestra are voting on union representation after a National Labor Relations Board order for a secret ballot; results are expected in early May following a rally outside Catalina Foothills High School & mail-in ballots have been sent. Tucson Sentinel
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Former Google CEO Eric Schmidt will address the University of Arizona's commencement on May 15 — he will also receive an honorary Doctor of Science from the U of A College of Science for his technology contributions. KVOA
- ➤ Governor Katie Hobbs signed House Bill 2395 to create the Arizona School Fitness Program at the Department of Education, letting schools opt in to use recognized fitness tests—such as the Presidential Fitness Test—for annual progress reports. The department will soon provide guidelines to help schools address rising childhood obesity. KGUN 9
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Arizona Forestry has deployed air+ground crews to manage the Shaw Fire near Cochise Stronghold, where about two acres of grass and brush have burned. The crews are working to safely contain the wildfire today. KOLD News 13
- ➤ The Cochise County Sheriff’s Office said the Shaw Fire burned an estimated area (15-20 acres) yesterday near Ironwood Road, prompting evacuations around Cochise Stronghold as ground and air crews worked to protect nearby homes. KVOA
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Pima County is narrowing plans for new housing in Vail as some residents worry the projects may impact historic landmarks (residents stress the need to protect the area's heritage). Arizona Daily Star
- ➤ A new toucan safety signal has been installed at Euclid and Second (near the U of A) following a fatal crash that killed three students last year. City officials say the signal stops traffic with a button press to give hundreds a safe time to cross. KVOA
- ➤ Since Congress passed the Big Beautiful Bill last summer, tougher checks have caused SNAP benefits to drop by 47 percent for many, and the state is boosting staffing (including overtime) to help reduce wait times. KGUN 9
REAL ESTATE NEWS
- ➤ The Bautista (256-unit housing and retail complex) in the Mercado District is nearing completion with its north section scheduled for July and its south section set for October, promising new local shops and amenities. KGUN 9
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Arizona baseball team dropped its three-game series to Kansas State at Hi Corbett Field, winning one game while losing two. The team will host BYU for a three-game series (April 23-25) with games streaming on ESPN+. The Daily Wildcat
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A Night With David Lee Roth
7-11 p.m. — Rialto Theatre — Tickets available — Experience the electrifying performance of 'Diamond Dave' in a night of rock and nostalgia.
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Tucson Tango Festival
A thrilling four-day celebration — Times Vary — Tucson Marriott University Park — Various prices — Immerse yourself in tango with international instruction, live music, and social dances.
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Kate Clover + Jenny Don't & The Spurs Concert
8:00-9:30 p.m. — 191 Toole — $15 — Experience the high-energy Country Western sounds of Jenny Don’t and The Spurs.
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Late Night Special with Halsero & EZ!!!
Halsero & EZ spinning the tunes that get you going!
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Jazz Jam Session
6:30-9:30 p.m. — The Century Room — $5-$10 + DICE fees — Unwind with live jazz and the chance for musicians to jam along with Max Goldschmid and the house band.
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Phoneboy and Heart Attack Man Concert
6:30-8:00 p.m. — 191 Toole — General Admission — Enjoy a night of live music with Phoneboy and Heart Attack Man.
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Aloha Royale Market & Food Truck at The Royal Room, Wednesday, April 29 at 7 PM.
Tiki specials, local vendors, and food by Solid Grindz, plus more.
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Tommy Emmanuel Concert
7:30-9:00 PM — Fox Tucson Theatre — Tickets available — Experience the extraordinary guitar skills of musical legend Tommy Emmanuel.
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Cliff Cash Comedy
7:30-9 p.m. — The Sea of Glass — Center for the Arts — Check the venue for ticket prices — Award-winning comedian Cliff Cash delivers sharp, fearless stand-up that's as smart as it is hilarious.
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Mamma Coal: Solo Performance at Tanque Verde Ranch
5:30-9:30 p.m. — Tanque Verde Ranch — Call for pricing — Experience Mamma Coal's hard-hitting country tunes in a beautiful ranch setting.
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