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A proposed pipeline project in southern Utah would transport water from Lake Powell to fast-growing communities in the state's southwest corner. The proposal hit political headwinds this year, as other Colorado River users objected to it.

2020 delivers setbacks for some long-planned Western water projects

Nov 17, 2020 Long-planned projects have run into roadblocks.
The Tucson Skyline. October 23, 2019.

News roundup: Napier concedes in Pima sheriff's race, Ducey issues COVID-19 video, virus testing at PCC

Nov 16, 2020 Recent coverage impacting Southern Arizona, November 16
Two shoppers wear masks in a Tucson grocery store.

Ducey issues COVID video

Nov 16, 2020 As cases rise, Ducey takes to social media.
Chris Nanos (D), left, and Mark Napier (R, incumbent).

Napier concedes in Pima sheriff’s race

Nov 16, 2020 Napier said he waited until counting is finished.
A health care worker handles supplies needed to collect saliva to test for COVID-19 as part of Arizona State University's testing initiative.

COVID-19 testing available at Pima Community College

Nov 16, 2020 PCC, Pima County, and ASU are teaming up for drive-thru testing.
Thirty-foot-high border wall was installed along the border near Sasabe, Arizona, and Mexico in the summer of 2020.

Joe Biden inherits Trump's border wall — and its lawsuits

Nov 16, 2020 Candidate Biden said he would stop construction but never said he would tear down the new border wall.
A flyer taped to the ground at Mesquite Elementary in Vail reminds students to maintain social distancing. August 2020.

Education notebook: Rising COVID cases drive schools toward remote learning

Nov 14, 2020 A look back at this week's education stories in Southern Arizona and the state.
Pima County COVID-19 testing at the Kino Events Center, July 13.

Arizona reports over 3K more COVID cases for 3rd day in week

Nov 14, 2020 The state saw the highest single-day spike since July.
Central Tucson from Sentinel Peak.

News roundup: Zoning rules shape Tucson, takeaways from the election

Nov 13, 2020 Recent coverage impacting Southern Arizona, Nov. 13.
American flags planted at the graves of veterans at the Arizona Veterans' Memorial Cemetery at Marana. The flags were placed ahead of Veterans Day on Nov. 10, 2020.

Election analysis, recreational marijuana legalized, honoring veterans

Nov 13, 2020 The leaders of Arizona's political parties also discuss their takeaways from the election.
Construction trucks drive along the border wall in Sasabe on July 13, 2020.

Senate proposes budget with almost $2B in border wall funding

Nov 13, 2020 The Senate and House have until next month to agree on a short- or long-term budget.
Palm trees reflect off the storefront of a business in midtown Tucson that certifies medical marijuana cards.

Differences between Arizona’s new recreational pot law and medicinal use rules

Nov 13, 2020 Tony Paniagua reports on how cannabis industry members are preparing for the changes.
The city of Tucson is using CARES Act funding to provide scholarships for child care during the pandemic.

Child care scholarships available for Tucson and South Tucson families

Nov 13, 2020 The scholarships can be applied to past due child care bills, registration fees and ongoing tuition.
A screenshot of COVID-19 cases by day in Pima County as tracked by the Arizona Department of Health Services, as of Nov. 13, 2020. Previous numbers may change as cases are confirmed or investigated.

Pima County seeing 'alarming' rise in COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations

Nov 13, 2020 The county health department is urging the public to follow precautions, especially with the holidays approaching.
Republican Martha McSally, left, and Democrat Mark Kelly.

McSally concedes to Kelly in Arizona Senate race

Nov 13, 2020 The Republican called her Democratic opponent on Friday morning and offered to help with the transition, according to a statement.
Kids at school.

TUSD: Hybrid classes won't start until virus transmission is ‘moderate’

Nov 13, 2020 District officials will focus on state of public health, not a specific date to bring back classes

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