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Health officials emphasize importance of mental health amid social distancing

A Pima County official said people need to remember that social distancing does not mean emotional isolation.

Advice to parents: Listen, be flexible and cut yourselves a break

A school psychology professor offers suggestions to parents during school closures related to the new coronavirus.

Chronic pain patients affected by opioid crisis

CDC guidelines cut back on prescriptions.

Arizona coronavirus news briefs, March 24

Recent coverage of COVID-19 impacting Southern Arizona: UA scientists make testing kits, Pima County cases on the rise, and more.

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.

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