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Sunday, September 28th, 2025
Good morning, Tucson. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 28th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ On September 27, 2025, hundreds of Tucson residents participated in a walk for a good cause—drawing the community together to support local efforts. KVOA
- ➤ Hundreds gathered at Salpointe to celebrate the life of longtime teacher—Jim Flannery—who passed away on August 31 at 76. The event honored his roles as coach and mentor while the community remembered his lasting impact. KVOA
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Gaslight Theatre honored longtime actor Joe Cooper with a new documentary celebrating his decades on stage in Tucson + the film, titled Joe Cooper: The Funniest Man in Tucson, will be submitted to the Tucson Film Festival next year. KGUN 9
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Several local groups are urging the University of Arizona to cancel its contract with Flock Safety because the cameras record license plates and share the data with law enforcement for immigration searches—raising concerns over privacy. University officials say the system is used to investigate crimes and that records are deleted after 30 days. Arizona Daily Star
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Tucson is asking residents for feedback on three westside improvement projects that include repaving 36th Street with enhanced walkways and bike lanes, adding a two-mile protected bike lane on La Cholla, and extending the San Marcos Bicycle Boulevard to connect neighborhoods, schools, and parks. Construction will begin late 2026 and the projects are funded by voter-approved Prop 407 and Prop 411 programs — officials say the plans aim to improve safety for bicyclists, drivers, and pedestrians. KGUN 9
- ➤ The Tucson City Council shifted its focus toward securing public spaces after a bicyclist was fatally stabbed on The Loop Tuesday night—officials now plan changes like making drug possession a misdemeanor to improve safety in areas with repeated crimes. They aim to balance help for homeless residents with protecting parks and streets for all. Arizona Daily Star
- ➤ Tucson Electric Power reports that 5,890 customers are without power, with most outages impacting Oro Valley—KGUN 9 has reached out to TEP for more details as the situation develops. KGUN 9
- ➤ Plans for a data center in Pima County resumed after TEP filed an energy service agreement with Beale Infrastructure—critics now push for public electricity in Tucson, saying a public utility could save customers up to one thousand dollars a year. TEP said it will work to keep energy affordable despite a proposed 14% rate hike. KOLD News 13
- ➤ Arizona has passed a law that sets daily limits on crypto ATM transactions and requires refunds for victims after residents lost 177 million dollars to scams. The law takes effect this week—Attorney General Kris Mayes said it aims to protect people, especially seniors, from fraud. Tucson Sentinel
- ➤ On September 27th, a townhall meeting was held about Project Blue — a group opposed to the project met to voice their concerns. KVOA
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Arizona lost 39—14 in its Big 12 opener against No. 14 IowaState on Saturday as IowaState scored with strong passing and running plays. The Wildcats will try to rebound when they face OklahomaState October 4 at Arizona Stadium. KVOA
- ➤ On Friday, the Pima Community College volleyball team tied the match at 1—1 before losing the next two sets in a four-set contest at West Campus Aztec Gymnasium facing Chandler-Gilbert Community College. The Aztecs will host Glendale Community College on Oct. 3 at 7 p.m. Tucson Sentinel
- ➤ Yesterday, the Pima Community College men’s cross country team raced at the Dave Murray Invitational hosted by the University of Arizona. The No. 22 Aztecs placed seventh with a score of 189 points—freshman Jose Hernandez finished 32nd of 90 runners, and the team will compete next Saturday, Oct. 4, at the Al Shirley Invitational. Tucson Sentinel
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Madison McFerrin Concert
7-10 p.m. — Hotel Congress — $25-$35 + Fees — Experience the soul-appella sounds of Madison McFerrin with a blend of R&B and jazz.
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Team Trivia Night
7-9 p.m. — Pueblo Vida Brewing Company — Free entry — Gather your team for a fun trivia night with gift card prizes in downtown Tucson.
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Vamos A Tucson Mexican Baseball Fiesta
Various times — Kino Sports Complex — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate culture and community through the spirit of Mexican baseball fun.
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Twilight in Concert
7-9 p.m. — Fox Tucson Theatre — Cost varies — Experience a film favorite in a magical live-to-film concert setting.
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Intermountain's Tucson Yacht Rock Music Festival
7:00-9:30 p.m. — Rialto Theatre — Tickets required — Groove to smooth Yacht Rock melodies at Tucson's vibrant music festival.
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10,000 Maniacs Concert
5-7 p.m. — Fox Tucson Theatre — Ticket info available — Celebrate music and community with an exclusive concert experience featuring 10,000 Maniacs.
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Wednesday Team Trivia Night
7-9 p.m. — Pueblo Vida Brewing Company — Free entry — Test your knowledge while enjoying tasty beverages and competing for fun prizes.
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Robin Trower Concert
7:30-9 p.m. — Rialto Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the legendary sounds of rock guitarist Robin Trower live in Tucson.
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