Arizona sees 2nd highest COVID rise; messaging tone blunt
The outbreak’s fall surge continued to elevate occupancy rates of the state’s hospitals closer to capacity.
Pima County preparing for COVID-19 vaccine distribution
The first wave of vaccines could arrive in a few weeks and will go first to health care workers and people on congregate settings.
Pima County toughens distancing rules as COVID cases surge
The countywide curfew remains voluntary for now.
News roundup: Campaign spending breaks records, COVID-19 cases continue to surge
Recent coverage impacting Southern Arizona, Dec. 4.
How long does it take to spread COVID-19? Health experts say it depends
Arizona saw another sharp rise in cases Friday as Tucson's citywide curfew begins.
White Mountain Apache Tribe locks down due to increase in COVID-19 cases
The lockdown was triggered by a rolling three-day case count and will last the weekend.
Enviro groups win bid for evidence on approval for Vigneto housing development
A judge ordered FWS to produce documents related to political interference that greenlit a huge housing development.
Arizona reports over 5K COVID-19 cases for 2nd straight day
Only 9% of ICU beds statewide were available Thursday.
UA public health researchers recommend stay-at-home order as pandemic surges
A discussion about current trends with Dr. Joe Gerald, a member of the UA COVID-19 modeling team.
COVID-19 surge, economic recovery, holiday shopping
Also, analysis on the week's headlines in Arizona politics.
Mask use spotty at Tumamoc, officials weigh need for closure
The hill's director says more people who walk in the evening need to put their masks on.
Digging into campaign spending in the 2020 election
How much difference did record-breaking campaign spending make in Arizona?
News roundup: No new major COVID restrictions from governor, hospitals approaching capacity
Recent coverage impacting Southern Arizona, Dec. 3.
Unemployment claims for self-employed decrease 4 weeks in a row
PUA numbers in Arizona have been on a roller coaster through much of the year.
UA creates online skin cancer prevention training for massage therapists
The goal is that the training can one day be made available as a free tool.
