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Tuesday, May 26th, 2026
Good morning, Tucson. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 26th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Dozens gathered at South Side Presbyterian Church in Tucson to join the 23rd Migrant Trail Walk honoring migrants who died crossing the Sonoran Desert. The group will walk 75 miles from the border to finish at Kennedy Park on Sunday. KGUN 9
- ➤ A Tucson fire truck earned a spot in the 2027 Mack Truck calendar, which highlights its valuable service and brings local pride to our first responders. The selection celebrates community spirit in Tucson. KVOA
- ➤ An Oro Valley Air Force veteran is planning a ceremony (honoring fallen heroes beyond Memorial Day) that will be held later this week in the local area to remember military service. KOLD News 13
- ➤ On Monday morning, a grueling CrossFit workout honoring veterans took place in Tucson to raise funds for the Lt. Michael P. Murphy Scholarship Foundation. Participants completed a mile run, pull-ups, push-ups, squats, and another run as part of the challenge. KGUN 9
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A wildfire burned 40 acres near Rucker Lake in Cochise County yesterday and forced mandatory evacuations in the Chiricahua Wilderness (firefighters continue to monitor the blaze). KVOA
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ At the Veterans Memorial Cemetery at Marana, families and surviving veterans remembered fallen service members on Memorial Day yesterday — quietly displaying flags and tending to gravestones. The event underscored a longstanding tradition of honorable remembrance in the community. KGUN 9
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ On Monday, May 25, crews battled the Stratton Fire on Mount Lemmon after the Coronado National Forest reported it Sunday night; the blaze was under 1 acre, moved minimally, and threatened no structures. KOLD News 13
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Arizona's mountain rollercoaster attractions including the Desert Storm coaster have opened today to offer a new thrill experience for riders near Tucson. Arizona Daily Star
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Downtown Tucson will host the 20th TMC Meet Me Downtown 5K run/walk event on Saturday, May 30 at the Children’s Museum Tucson (200 S. 6th Ave.) and Armory Park. More than 2,500 participants will race a 3.1-mile course that doubles as the local RRCA West Regional Championship and community festival. KGUN 9
- ➤ Iran's soccer team dropped the training camp at Kino Sports Complex in Tucson and may shift its World Cup camp to Tijuana—according to a May 25 report. KVOA
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Wednesday Team Trivia Night
7-9 p.m. — Pueblo Vida Brewing Company — Free entry — Test your knowledge with friends and compete for gift card prizes at this fun trivia night.
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Monthly Coloring Day at Pueblo Vida Brewing
3-9 p.m. — Pueblo Vida Brewing Company — Grab a drink and unwind with classic coloring sheets for a perfect mid-week reset.
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Collie Buddz Concert
6-11 p.m. — La Rosa — Ticket prices vary — Experience an unforgettable night with Collie Buddz's hits and lively crowd interaction in an intimate setting.
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20th Annual Meet Me Downtown 5K Night Run & Festival of Miles
6-9 p.m. — Children's Museum Tucson — Registration required — Celebrate community spirit with a night run and a festival featuring awards for participants.
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Jazz Jam
6:30-9:30 p.m. — The Century Room — $5-$10 + DICE fees — Experience an evening of lively jazz with Max Goldschmid and the house band in an engaging jam session.
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Amor Deluxe Concert
7-10 p.m. — Hotel Congress — $10 — Tucson guitar legend Naïm Amor brings a night of genre-defying music with his band AMOR DELUXE and supporting acts.
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Wednesday Team Trivia Night
7-9 p.m. — Pueblo Vida Brewing Company — Free entry — Test your trivia skills and enjoy a fun evening with friends while competing for great prizes.
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I Can See Your House From Here Live Performance
6:30 & 8:30 p.m. — The Century Room — $25-$35 tickets + DICE fees — Celebrate a landmark jazz album with live renditions and intimate performances.
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Music for Listeners: Joseph Haydn
1-2:30 p.m. — Donna R. Liggins Recreation Center — Free entry — Discover the genius of Joseph Haydn, a key figure in classical music history.
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Jazz Jam with Cameron Davidson
6:30-9:30 p.m. — The Century Room — $5-$10 + DICE fees — Sit in with Cameron Davidson and enjoy a lively instrumental jam night with the house band.
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