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Tuesday, August 19th, 2025
Good morning, Tucson. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 19th of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ On Monday morning, Tucson Police responded to a bomb threat at Magee Middle School after a call to a mental health crisis line claimed a bomb was planted—officers evacuated the building, conducted a thorough search, resumed classes, and continued investigating the report. KVOA
- ➤ Luis Garibay, who barricaded himself in a Tucson home during a narcotics investigation that led to the closure of the Arizona State Schools for the Deaf and the Blind campus on Friday, surrendered to officers and is held in Pima County Jail—authorities recovered stolen firearms, a stolen vehicle, fentanyl, and crack cocaine. KVOA
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Local historians in Tucson uncovered personal letters written by a WWII veteran that detail his service and personal experiences—revealing a legacy that helps residents understand his life better. KOLD News 13
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Toto, a tiny squirrel monkey rescued from wildlife trafficking two years ago, is now learning proper monkey behavior with help from his new troop at Reid Park Zoo in Tucson. Meanwhile, zoo and airport officials are launching the I Travel for Wildlife campaign—an effort to educate travelers and counter illegal wildlife trade. Arizona Daily Star
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Regional Transportation Authority Board is set to approve a nearly $3B, 20-year transportation plan that offers over $1.2B in new roadway projects and other improvements. The plan will go to the Pima County Board of Supervisors, which has until Sept 10 to decide on a March vote while some members favor a November ballot for more public input. Arizona Daily Star
- ➤ The Arizona Corporation Commission began the process to repeal a nearly 20-year-old renewable energy mandate set in 2006, a move that critics say may slow solar and wind support. Public comment sessions — in Tucson on November 10, by phone on November 12, and in Phoenix on November 13 — will allow stakeholders to discuss the changes as the debate unfolds. KOLD News 13
- ➤ Federal officials announced on August 15 that water cuts on the Colorado River continued for the fifth year—Arizona lost 512,000 acre-feet of water to help preserve Lake Mead’s levels amid a persistent drought. This plan underscores the need for new guidelines as water supplies face ongoing stress. Tucson Sentinel
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Richard F. Caris Mirror Lab Tour
90 minutes — Steward Observatory — Free entry — Discover the cutting-edge technology behind the world's largest telescope mirrors at the University of Arizona.
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Weekly Coloring Day at Pueblo Vida Brewing Company
3-9 p.m. — Pueblo Vida Brewing Company — Free entry — Unwind and unleash your creativity with coloring in a relaxed taproom atmosphere while enjoying craft beer.
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Alex Weitz Group | Rule Of Thirds
6:30-11 p.m. — The Century Room — $20-$30 Tickets + DICE fees — Experience an original concert featuring saxophonist Alex Weitz and his all-star band in Tucson.
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Brad Paisley: Truck Still Works Tour
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Anselmo Valencia Tori Amphitheatre — Tickets on sale now — Experience country music legend Brad Paisley live with special guest Jake Worthington.
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Jazz Jam with Max Goldschmid
6:30-9:30 p.m. — The Century Room — $5-$10 + DICE fees — Immerse yourself in an energetic instrumental jam session led by multi-instrumentalist Max Goldschmid and the house band.
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Beer & Crafts Night at Pueblo Vida Brewing Company
6-8 p.m. — Pueblo Vida Brewing Company — Crafts from $5-$15 — Enjoy a creative evening of beer and hands-on projects for all ages.
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Kent’s Jewelry, Lapidary, Tool & Supply Show
All day — Kent's Tools Jewelry and Lapidary Tools & Supplies — Free entry — Explore a treasure trove of gemstones and tools at Tucson's premier lapidary event.
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Summer Astronomy Adventure
6:30 PM — Mt Lemmon SkyCenter Science Shop — Free entry — Explore the wonders of astronomy and learn how to become a citizen scientist in Tucson's starry skies.
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Los Yesterdays Concert
7-10 p.m. — Hotel Congress — $20-$35 + fees — Experience the soulful sounds of Chicano music with Los Yesterdays at Hotel Congress.
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Salvador Duran Performance
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Hotel Congress Plaza — Free entry — Salvador Duran returns to close out Club Congress Weekend with a vibrant performance.
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