COVID-19 cases on the rise in Pima County, state, with more expected
The Arizona Health Services Department reported five deaths in the state, including Pima County's first.
UA scientists step up to help local shortage of coronavirus testing kits
A team at the University of Arizona is producing thousands of collection kits for the virus.
Capitol Hill offices adapt to teleworking
Arizona lawmakers, like the rest of Congress and much of the nation, are learning to telework in the face of COVID-19.
Immigration lawyers: New personal protective equipment rules endangering detainees
Lawyers and advocacy groups say the U.S. government is defying public health rules intended to stop the spread of the novel coronavirus.
Sonora maquila industry hopes strong COVID-19 measures ward off closures
A spokesperson says the industry is hoping anti-coronavirus measures can help keep Nogales' export manufacturing plants running.
Gov. Ducey defends lack of Arizona lockdown
While other states have issued stay-at-home orders, Ducey said it is not needed yet in Arizona.
Corporation Commission member urges 2050 clean energy target
The member of the Arizona Corporation Commission wants utilities to use 100% clean energy by 2050.
Mexican wolf numbers jump 24% from last year
The Mexican subspecies of the gray wolf was nearly eliminated in the wild by 1970.
Arizona coronavirus news briefs, March 23
Recent coverage of COVID-19 impacting Southern Arizona: State cases grow, border closure impact and more.
Financial impact to Arizona from border closure will be severe
The administration has said both countries will review whether or not to continue the closure in 30 days.
UA student tests positive for COVID-19, describes experience
The student, who is recovering in quarantine, says she was tested because she had asthma.
Coronavirus cases in Arizona climb, first death reported
Members of the Arizona National Guard have been activated to help with food distribution.
Border residents brace for change with approach of closure to nonessential travel
Both sides of the U.S.-Mexico border in Douglas were left wondering what comes next as the Friday night restriction neared.
Gov. Ducey expands unemployment access and extends tax deadline in Arizona
The governor announced Friday the state was loosening unemployment requirements and lining up state and federal tax deadlines.
COVID-19 emergency declarations, blood supply shortage, precautions at the Capitol
Plus, an environmental microbiologist explains how germs spread indoors.
