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Friday, August 22nd, 2025
Good morning, Tucson. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 22nd of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Tucson police arrested Mario Berjarano on Aug. 15 after a coordinated investigation found he had been stealing expensive items from Lowes — and Home Depot for several months, with a search of his home turning up the stolen merchandise. KVOA
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Today, Pima Community College welcomes students back to campus with enhanced safety measures—new protocols are in place to protect students and staff as classes resume. KOLD News 13
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Residents and businesses along 12th Avenue have seen green stormwater infrastructure changes—new systems are expected to improve drainage and manage traffic on the southside artery. KOLD News 13
- ➤ Saguaro National Park and Friends of Saguaro National Park received two National Park Service Excellence in Wilderness Stewardship Awards for preserving 180 miles of trails and using mule teams to maintain historic structures—efforts that support the park's future protection. Tucson Sentinel
- ➤ Monsoon rains in Tucson prompt local critters—like toads, bats and butterflies—to emerge and breed, according to the Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum. A photo series shows these animals active as the desert comes alive in the summer rains. Arizona Daily Star
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Attorney General Kris Mayes filed a consumer fraud lawsuit against the owners of Redwood Mobile Home Park for failing to warn residents about its unsafe, overloaded electrical system—leaving people without air conditioning during the extreme heat. The suit names Redwood Thunderbird MHPS LLC, its property management company, and BoaVida Communities LLC for not updating outdated wiring that put residents at risk of electric fires. KVOA
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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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Hawaii Rainbow Warriors vs. Arizona Wildcats Football
7:30-9 p.m. — Arizona Stadium — Cost not listed — Arizona welcomes Hawaii for their first home game of the season.
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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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Team Trivia Night at Pueblo Vida Brewing Company
7-9 p.m. — Pueblo Vida Brewing Company — Free entry — Test your knowledge while enjoying tasty brews and win prizes for top teams.
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Jerry Seinfeld Stand-Up Show
6:00-8:30 p.m. — Tucson Music Hall — Tickets available — Experience the comedic brilliance of America's premier comedian, Jerry Seinfeld, with his latest stand-up routine.
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Indie Fest at Rialto Theatre
7-10 p.m. — Rialto Theatre — General Admission — Discover local indie music with performances from a variety of exciting bands.
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