Health Department: Arizona hospitals have 1,000 ICU beds, 3,000 regular beds

Apr 14, 2020 There are state and federal plans to increase capacity if need be.

Arizona coronavirus news in brief, April 13

Apr 13, 2020 Recent coverage impacting Southern Arizona: More state data on deaths, Health official warns not to abandon distancing too early, and more.

Sonoran authorities will enforce strict stay-at-home order through April 30

Apr 13, 2020 Sonorans could be fined, forcibly returned to their homes or arrested if they are caught outside without one of six permitted reasons.

Tucsonan recalls historic Apollo 13 rescue mission

Apr 13, 2020 Space scientist helped NASA plot the astronauts' emergency route home.

Arizona hospitals, health care providers receive $707M from relief package

Apr 13, 2020 Many hospitals, especially those in rural areas, took financial losses due with the suspension of elective surgeries.

Tucson homeless shelter for women adapts services during outbreak

Apr 13, 2020 Sister Jose Women's Center has suspended some activities and closed its shelter to new residents but is still providing food.

Eloy car rally calls for ICE detainee releases during COVID-19 pandemic

Apr 12, 2020 At least five detainees in custody in Arizona have tested positive for the virus.

White Mountain Apache Tribe issues curfew to reduce spread of COVID-19

Apr 11, 2020 The tribal council's order also put in place a stay-at-home order as cases rise into the double digits.

Pima Animal Care Center preparing for influx of pets as outbreak takes toll on owners

Apr 10, 2020 The center is still facilitating pet adoptions by appointment only.

Local businesses adapt to pandemic-related restrictions

Apr 10, 2020 Plus, how the outbreak could continue to influence building designers and architects.

Businesses adapt to the pandemic, help for displaced workers, tribal nations impacted

Apr 10, 2020 Plus, how to discuss the outbreak and manage at-home learning with children.

Arizona coronavirus news in brief, April 10

Apr 10, 2020 Recent coverage impacting Southern Arizona: More state data on the way, help for Pima County employees, and more.

Environmentalists sue BLM over grazing in San Pedro conservation area

Apr 10, 2020 Groups say allowing cattle grazing to continue harms the San Pedro's riparian landscape.

Navajo president, vice president quarantine after contact with COVID-19

Apr 10, 2020 President Jonathan Nez said he is feeling fine and following protocol after being in proximity to a first responder who tested positive.

Economic resources for Arizonans impacted by coronavirus

Apr 10, 2020 Government agencies are working to help lessen the economic hit of COVID-19.

Budget committee projects possible $1B Arizona shortfall due to coronavirus

Apr 10, 2020 The committee director emphasized the projection is speculation due to uncertainty around the impacts of the virus.

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