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The latest coverage focusing on coronavirus (COVID-19) from the Arizona Public Media newsroom and local community resources for the pandemic. Current coronavirus maps and charts Share your stories with usExperts answer your questions about COVID-19
LATEST NEWS
Arizona reports 7,217 new COVID-19 cases and 68 more deaths
State again leads the nation in weekly COVID-19 infection rateJanuary 24, 2021
Language barriers, wariness make vaccinating immigrants hard
Poor communication, misinformation and lack of trust create fear and uncertaintyJanuary 23, 2021
News roundup: Oak Flat mining project draws controversy, number of vaccination distribution sites expand
Recent coverage impacting Southern Arizona, Jan. 22.January 22, 2021
Efforts to expand COVID vaccine access in Pima County
Tony Paniagua reports on where new sites are popping up.January 22, 2021
Understanding the state’s role in Arizona COVID vaccine distribution
A discussion with Arizona Dept. of Health Services Director Dr. Cara Christ.January 22, 2021
Arizona schools chief on concerns as pandemic disruptions endure
State Supt. Kathy Hoffman says about 65,000 fewer students are enrolled in public schools than normal.January 22, 2021
New supervisor on Huckelberry contract vote, Pima County COVID restrictions
Discussions with District 2 Supervisor Matt Heinz and former Tucson Mayor Tom Volgy.January 22, 2021
Vaccine appointment error fixed, more vaccines headed to Pima County
The county says 77,000 COVID-19 vaccine doses will be in hand next week, the 'vast majority' going to new appointments.January 22, 2021
Arizona pandemic toll tops 12,000 deaths, over 700,000 cases
More than 8,000 new cases reported statewide since yesterday, with nearly 230 new deathsJanuary 22, 2021
News roundup: Vaccine shortage threatens Pima County, local curfew paused by courts
Recent coverage impacting Southern Arizona, Jan. 21.January 21, 2021
Pima County Medical Examiner discusses capacity issues, COVID-19 surges
Last week, the Pima County Coroner's Office reached capacity for storing bodies. County medical examiner Greg Hess says the crisis has never been worseJanuary 21, 2021
Unemployment rate drops in Arizona, remains high
The state rate is still higher than the U.S. rate.January 21, 2021
Arizona reports nearly 9,400 more virus cases, 244 deaths
State continues to have worst diagnosis rate in the countryJanuary 21, 2021
Rep. Grijalva to introduce new COVID-19 relief bill for border businesses
The Southern Arizona congressman says issues in border communities have worsened during the pandemicJanuary 20, 2021
Pima County curfew on hold
A judge put the 10:00 p.m. curfew on hold, for now.January 20, 2021
Vaccinations of TUSD staff gets underway
Tucson's largest school district hopes to vaccinate all staff in 8-10 weeksJanuary 20, 2021
Pima County faces COVID-19 vaccine shortage
Officials say there is about a week’s worth of vaccine left.January 20, 2021
News roundup: COVID hits farm workers hard, county administrator gets new contract
Recent coverage impacting Southern Arizona, Jan. 20.January 20, 2021
Arizona reports 4,845 new COVID-19 cases and 262 deaths
State again leads the nation in weekly COVID-19 infection rateJanuary 20, 2021
News roundup: UA opens vaccination site, federal money pads state unemployment fund
Recent coverage impacting Southern Arizona, Jan. 19.January 19, 2021
UA vaccine site opens
The site will serve the education community in Pima County.January 19, 2021
Health workers worry about COVID-19 impact on Cochise County farmworkers
Older adults and some frontline workers are getting vaccinated in Arizona, but essential sectors like farms still have a wait aheadJanuary 19, 2021
Arizona reports 6,417 new COVID-19 cases
State and counties look to ramp up vaccinationsJanuary 19, 2021
Yuma struggles to meet COVID-19 hospitalizations
Military nurses, tests coming to help hard-hit Arizona cityJanuary 18, 2021
State keeping unemployment trust fund solvent
CARES Act dollars will keep unemployment fund in the black.January 18, 2021
Supreme Court to hear case on pandemic aid for tribes
The confusion on if Alaska Native Corporations qualify for the aid lies with some ambiguous language in the CARES Act.January 16, 2021
Arizona reports 8,715 additional COVID-19 cases, 208 deaths
State retains its worst-in-the-nation infection diagnosis rateJanuary 16, 2021
News roundup: Vaccine rollout expands with high demand, Ducey proposes annual budget and discusses new legislative session
Recent coverage impacting Southern Arizona, Jan. 15.January 15, 2021
News roundup: County enters next vaccine phase, health officials push for more COVID safety measures
Recent coverage impacting Southern Arizona, Jan. 14.January 14, 2021
Pima County moves to Prioritized 1B for COVID-19 vaccines
More than 20,000 people signed up in a couple hours today.January 14, 2021
Arizona to open 2nd state-run COVID-19 vaccination site
New vaccine eligibility coming next week for additional older Arizona residentsJanuary 14, 2021
Pima County readies COVID-19 vaccine expansion
The county is preparing four additional vaccine sites.January 13, 2021
News roundup: AZ hospitals consider triage, land swap of Oak Flat approaches
Recent coverage impacting Southern Arizona, Jan. 13.January 13, 2021
RESOURCES
COVID-19 Hotline
A COVID-19 hotline has been set up to answer any questions from the public and health care providers about testing, symptoms, and any other questions you have about the virus. Call (520) 626-6016 (local) or 1-844-542-8201 (state) to reach a health care professional.
Arizona Coronavirus Maps and Charts
Maps and charts show Arizona and Pima County COVID-19 numbers.
Arizona Department of Health Services
Arizona COVID-19 response, travel advisories, and latest updates.
List of COVID-19 Testing Sites
ADHS's information on where to find COVID-19 testing sites, hours of operation, and information about pre-registration.
Pima County COVID-19 landing page
Health updates and a local hotline to discuss testing, symptoms, and questions about the virus.
University of Arizona Coronavirus information
Updates and guidance from the University of Arizona on the novel coronavirus COVID-19.
ASU coronavirus updates
The latest news for ASU staff and students regarding COVID-19.
NAU coronavirus updates
Northern Arizona University is closely monitoring the growing public health concern of the coronavirus (COVID-19).
Maricopa County COVID-19 Landing Page
Local guidance and information for Maricopa County residents.
CDC coronovirus page
Situation updates, information, and tips.
World Health Organization
Information and guidance from WHO regarding the current outbreak of coronavirus disease (COVID-19). Updates daily.
Global cases map from Johns Hopkins University
A live, continually updated map of coronavirus cases around the globe.
The essential coronavirus FAQ
As scientists and health officials race for answers about the new coronavirus, this is a guide to the things we do know -- a resource that changes alongside our understanding of this virus.
Map: Watch the real-time spread of coronavirus in the U.S.
See where and how reported coronavirus cases have grown over time in the map.
Información en español
Recursos y actualizaciones sobre el coronavirus (COVID-19).
Unemployment infographic
How to file for unemployment insurance benefits in English and Spanish.
