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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.
Patrons at the Pima County Public Library's downtown Tucson branch use social distancing while waiting in line to use the library's computers on May 29, 2020.

Arizona reports over 5K COVID-19 cases for 2nd straight day

Only 9% of ICU beds statewide were available Thursday.
University of Arizona economist George Hammond during an interview with Arizona 360 host Lorraine Rivera on Dec. 2, 2020

Tracking changes in Arizona’s economy months into the pandemic

An update from University of Arizona economist George Hammond.
A server at Boca Taco on 4th Avenue speaks to a customer at a table outdoors on Nov. 23, 2020.

Ongoing challenges facing Tucson as 2021 nears

The pandemic continues to strain small businesses and nonprofits.
A handout image from Banner Health shows a health care worker in one of the hospital's COVID-19 units.

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.
With holiday decorations up in downtown Tucson, a sign reminds the public to follow health guidelines to deter the spread of COVID-19. Nov. 23, 2020.

COVID-19 surge, economic recovery, holiday shopping

Also, analysis on the week's headlines in Arizona politics.
File photo of walkers on Tumamoc Hill.

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.

News roundup: No new major COVID restrictions from governor, hospitals approaching capacity

Recent coverage impacting Southern Arizona, Dec. 3.
An unemployment insurance claims office.

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.
File image of a health care worker adjusting an IV bag.

Hospitals call on Arizona to act as COVID-19 surge mounts

The suggestions include a ban on indoor dining and group athletic events, curfews and limiting gatherings to no more than 25 people.
Tucson Mayor Regina Romero delivers her first State of the City address. Dec. 2, 2020

State of the City: 'Resilient,' according to Mayor Romero

Tucson’s mayor delivers her first State of the City address.
A sign outside the east entrance to Banner University Medicine directing visitors and patients to the emergency room.

Banner Health predicts full hospitals in one week

Facilities will exceed capacity soon as COVID-19 surges.
Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey delivers an address about the state's COVID-19 response Dec. 2, 2020.

Ducey tweaks rules on events, outdoor dining — no other COVID-19 restrictions

The governor said a vaccine plan is forthcoming, expecting the first doses to start arriving by the end of the month.
Tucson Mayor Regina Romero sits for an interview with Arizona 360 on April 23, 2020.

Tucson mayor and City Council approve mandatory curfew

The nightly curfew will take effect on Friday evening at 10 p.m.
A view of downtown Tucson.

News roundup: State breaks single-day case count record, UA secures online university

Recent coverage impacting Southern Arizona, Dec. 1.
Realtors see fewer snowbirds flocking to Tucson this season.

Tucson snowbird trend slows in 2020

The annual migration to Southern Arizona is being impacted by COVID-19.

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