Tucson
Today
Monday, September 29th, 2025
Good morning, Tucson. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 29th of September.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today, the Emerge Center Against Domestic Abuse celebrated 50 years of service at the Arizona State School for the Deaf — hundreds of local community members attended to honor its work in providing shelter, legal help, and education to survivors. The center continues to work to support domestic abuse victims and aims to expand its services in the future. KGUN 9
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Unionized Starbucks workers are rallying today at 8 a.m. after seven local stores closed permanently over the weekend—baristas accuse the company of retaliation amid stalled national contract talks. KVOA
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ This past Saturday and Sunday the Chicano Vibez Festival showcased Mexican-American businesses, performers, music, a fashion show, and low rider car competitions at Mercado San Augustin Annex, drawing a diverse crowd. The event celebrated Tucson's rich heritage and community unity—bringing art, cars, and culture together. KGUN 9
- ➤ President Russell M. Nelson of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints passed away peacefully at 101 on Saturday, September 27th—church officials announced his death as a time to remember his lifelong service to his faith. KVOA
- ➤ The University of Arizona will host the Arizona Insect Festival on Oct. 5 at its Environment and Natural Resources 2 Building on Sixth Street east of Park Avenue—featuring a new exhibit on cochineal, a prickly pear parasite used for centuries to make red dye by groups from the Aztecs to the British. The free, kid-friendly event will also include an art installation called Insect Observatory that projects giant images of tiny local bugs. Arizona Daily Star
- ➤ Tucson filmmakers will host a fundraiser and screening of the short film ‘Grunge’ at The Loft Cinema Tuesday, September 30th—doors open at 5:00 p.m. and the event features a mini-concert with grunge music; director Rene Rivas hopes the screening will attract investors to expand the project into a feature—reviving Tucson’s movie-making legacy. KGUN 9
- ➤ On Saturday, hundreds gathered at John F. Kennedy Park for the fourth annual Pueblos del Maíz festival—a joint celebration of UNESCO Cities of Gastronomy that highlighted corn’s role in local food traditions. Organized by Tucson City of Gastronomy, the event featured chef demonstrations, live performances, and local vendors after being postponed from spring due to funding delays. Tucson Sentinel
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Biosphere 2, located just outside Tucson, is a research facility where scientists study how microbes and plants turn barren volcanic rock into life-supporting soil—insights that may help make Mars more habitable. Researchers use metagenomics to understand these processes and plan future terraforming experiments. Tucson Sentinel
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ ADOT announced that starting today drivers must expect alternating daytime lane restrictions on Dove Mountain Boulevard at Moore Road until Oct. 31 as the road will be reduced to one lane in each direction from 7 a.m. to 6 p.m.—flaggers will direct traffic and a 12-foot vehicle width limit will be enforced. KVOA
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Pima Community College men’s soccer team won their seventh game with a 2-0 shutout of Mesa Community College on Saturday. Sophomore Robert Castaneda scored in the 42nd minute and freshman Leonel Gutierrez added a goal in the 58th minute—setting up the team’s next game on Oct. 4 against Phoenix College. Tucson Sentinel
- ➤ The University of Arizona volleyball team beat Kansas State 3–1 at Morgan Family Arena on September 26 at 4:30 p.m., ending a four-game loss streak. The win marked the first time a team had won at the arena as key players Adrianna Bridges and Jordan Wilson led with crucial aces and kills. The Daily Wildcat
- ➤ Tucson tennis star Jay Friend became the first Wildcat to win the ITA All-American Championship when he beat Ohio State's Aidan Kim 6—2, 6—4 in Tulsa on Sunday—his win qualifies him for the NCAA Singles Championships set for November 19—24 in Orlando. KVOA
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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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Grupo Arizona Live Performance
6:30-9:30 p.m. — The Century Room — $10-$15 + DICE fees — Experience the vibrant sounds of Grupo Arizona as they blend classical and jazz influences in a dynamic chamber music setting.
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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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Earthscape Concert
7:30-9:00 p.m. — Crowder Hall — Tickets available — Experience the electronic sounds of Earthscape & Kent's remix of 'Lost in Ether'.
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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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CG5 Presents: The TOO MANY SONGS Tour
8-9:30 p.m. — 191 Toole — Ticket details available — Experience CG5's engaging performance filled with beloved tunes and lively atmosphere.
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Panda Bear Live
8:00-9:30 p.m. — Rialto Theatre — Cost not specified — Experience innovative sounds from Noah Lennox, the creative force behind Panda Bear.
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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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