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Arizona Department of Health Services Director Cara Christ at a Dec. 02 briefing on the state's response to COVID-19.

Arizona sees 2nd highest COVID rise; messaging tone blunt

The outbreak’s fall surge continued to elevate occupancy rates of the state’s hospitals closer to capacity.
The state says health care workers are at the top of the priority list for COVID-19 vaccine distribution.

Pima County preparing for COVID-19 vaccine distribution

The first wave of vaccines could arrive in a few weeks and will go first to health care workers and people on congregate settings.
File image of the Pima County Administration Building in downtown Tucson.

Pima County toughens distancing rules as COVID cases surge

The countywide curfew remains voluntary for now.
Central Tucson from Sentinel Peak.

News roundup: Campaign spending breaks records, COVID-19 cases continue to surge

Recent coverage impacting Southern Arizona, Dec. 4.
A sticker on the ground notifies customers where to stand in order to maintain social distancing at Sam Levitz Furniture Warehouse. May 2020.

How long does it take to spread COVID-19? Health experts say it depends

Arizona saw another sharp rise in cases Friday as Tucson's citywide curfew begins.
A Centers for Disease Control image of the novel coronavirus that causes COVID-19.

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.

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