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As the spread of coronavirus continues, here are the latest updates from Southern Arizona.
Friday, Jan. 1
Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county: Dec. 31
Thursday, Dec. 31
Arizona revamps COVID-19 vaccine distribution system to speed up inoculations
Retired Tucson doctor who spent years helping under-served community dies from COVID-19
Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county: Dec. 30
State gives University of Arizona additional $46M in pandemic relief funds
Jerry Wilkerson's Opinion: COVID steals the life we expected
Wednesday, Dec. 30
Bid to recall Gov. Ducey over handling of pandemic falls short of signatures
Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county: Dec. 29
Tucson will be big winner in Arizona Bowl matchup between San Jose State and Ball State
Steve Kozachik: UA should not bring students back to campus, it's too risky
Tuesday, Dec. 29
Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county: Dec. 28
Arizona raises vaccination priority for those at least 75 years old
With painful 2020 ending, there's still time to help nonprofits
Monday, Dec. 28
Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county: Dec. 27
Sunday, Dec. 27
A pandemic year couldn’t stop this Tucson couple’s whirlwind romance
With teen suicides on the rise, educators struggle to address students’ mental health
Local high school football coaches reflect on bright spots in virus-shortened seasons
Tucson Repertory Orchestra returns with virtual show
Saturday, Dec. 26
Skilled nursing homes in line to receive COVID-19 vaccines
Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county: Dec. 25
Friday, Dec. 25
To help needy, TEP customers can round up their bills to nearest dollar
Tucson family donates 1,000 gifts to children in Sonora
Wildcats undefeated in one area that matters: COVID-19 tests
Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county: Dec. 24
Thursday, Dec. 24
Tucson Electric Power customers will see rates rise in the new year
Plan to help women enter workforce in Mexico thwarted by thieves and pandemic
Wednesday, Dec. 23
Daily Star Editorial Board: It's past time for Ducey to act on COVID
Arizona lawmaker vows to ignore mask mandate at state Capitol
Tuesday, Dec. 22
Pima County health officials: Hospitals will be overwhelmed in three weeks
Patronato's popular holiday concert at San Xavier mission goes virtual
Pandemic particularly worsens domestic abuse circumstances for many
Monday, Dec. 21
Some Pima County employees told to stay home for three weeks to stop COVID-19 spike
Tucson Medical Center cancels elective surgeries
Sunday, Dec. 20
State health chief changes benchmarks to protect businesses
Threat of COVID-19 acts like sand in gears of Tucson justice system
Experts relying on 3 main metrics to gauge severity of the pandemic
“Mr. T” dies of COVID complications, and Sam Hughes Elementary will never be the same
Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county: Dec. 19
Saturday, Dec. 19
Ramon Gonzales, founder of Miracle on 31st Street, dies of COVID complications
Marooned Stanford tries to make the best of life on the road
Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county: Dec. 18
Shop local safely for last-minute holiday gifts
Friday, Dec. 18
Half of Arizona counties seeing substantial virus spread
Photos: Pima County health-care workers get COVID-19 vaccine
Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county: Dec. 17
More spending on outdoor recreation, delivery services help trim Arizona jobless rate
Thursday, Dec. 17
Gem show events postponed to April
Arizona sets record for virus hospitalizations
California Baptist’s cancellation sends Wildcats directly into Pac-12 play
Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county: Dec. 16
Wednesday, Dec. 16
Pima County changes voluntary curfew to mandatory, joining city of Tucson
Gov. Ducey won't block Tucson, Pima County curfews for now
Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county: Dec. 15
Tuesday, Dec. 15
No in-person classes after holiday break at most Tucson-area public schools
Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county: Dec. 14
There's still time to spread holiday cheers to Tucsonans in need
Community Foundation awards additional $63K in COVID-19 grants
Monday, Dec. 14
Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county: Dec. 13
Arizona Wildcats football season over after Cal game called off
Sahuarita School District campus monitor dies of COVID-19
Some cheer salvaged after coronavirus strikes Tucson Christmas tradition
Tucson musician leads effort to help Georgia Senate runoff election
Pima County Health officials urge schools to consider suspending in-person learning
Sunday, Dec. 13
As feared, Tucson’s hospitals say they’re maxed out
“Lost year” feared as Tucson students fail their classes at alarming rate
Arizona Theatre Company postpones season indefinitely
Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county: Dec. 12
Saturday, Dec. 12
Fitz's Opinion: An old Tucsonan remembers the Pandemic Winter of 2020
Pima County health officials: With COVID-19 rampant this holiday season, stay home
Arizona health chief says state might not reach 70% COVID-19 vaccination rate
Flowing Wells, Sahuarita to return to online learning as COVID-19 cases rise
UA says it's ready to be a cold storage site for 1.6M doses of COVID-19 vaccine
Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county: Dec. 11
Friday, Dec. 11
Opponents of virus safety measures removed from Pima County health center
Trying to survive pandemic, Prep & Pastry, Commoner join subscription platform
Arizona's rate of COVID-19 spread is now the nation's highest
Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county: Dec. 10
Thursday, Dec. 10
TUSD staying with remote learning until city gets a handle on COVID-19
Pima, Maricopa counties to get first COVID vaccines sent to Arizona
Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county: Dec. 9
“The right thing to do”: Organizers cancel soccer Shootout because of coronavirus
An open letter to Tucson from TMC nurses
Wednesday, Dec. 9
Ducey has no plans for new restrictions or continued eviction relief as COVID spikes
Arizonans behind on electric bills may get relief, COVID-19 discounts
Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county: Dec. 8
Tuesday, Dec. 8
Weekly COVID-19 testing to be required at University of Arizona
Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county: Dec. 7
For second time, ?downtown Tucson LaCo Restaurant temporarily closes
Monday, Dec. 7
More Arizona grads going to college, but the rate lags behind other states
Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county: Dec. 6
Sunday, Dec. 6
Tucson-area renters on the edge as federal eviction moratorium nears end
Public health officials: Increase in deaths due to COVID-19 imminent
Tim Steller's opinion: Spend now to help those hurt by curfews, other anti-pandemic measuresr
Despite COVID-19 cases surge, virus spread in Tucson schools remains low
Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county: Dec. 5
Delayed but undaunted by wildfire and COVID-19, Mount Lemmon Hotel nears completion
Saturday, Dec. 5
Pima County enhances penalties for violations of COVID rules
Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county: Dec. 4
First shots expected in two weeks; health-care workers go first
Pace of Arizona’s economic recovery depends on more aid, virus control
Friday, Dec. 4
Tucson's Casino del Sol cites COVID-19 surge in decision to close for rest of 2020
Ducey's pledge to protect state aid for schools during pandemic comes up short
Sahuarita closes high schools, citing COVID-19 increases, staffing issues, absenteeism
Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county: Dec. 3
Thursday, Dec. 3
“Brighter days ahead,” says mayor in her first state of the city address
CDC’s new guidelines could be good news for Cats, rest of college hoops
Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county: Dec. 2
Vaccine shots due in Arizona by month’s end, says state’s health chief
Another large Tucson gem show event cancels for 2021
Wednesday, Dec. 2
Tucson City Council approves mandatory nightly curfew to start Friday
Tim Steller's opinion: You can count on Ducey to do the bare minimum
Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county: Dec. 1
Tucson curfew effort could bring legal fight with governor
Arizona Wildcats add Dec. 12 men's basketball game against New Mexico State
Tuesday, Dec. 1
Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county: Nov. 30
Trump bashes Ducey for certifying Arizona's election results as accurate
Tucson mayor to seek approval Tuesday for mandatory city curfew
Monday, Nov. 30
Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county: Nov. 29
Vail school shuts down after 2 staffers test positive for COVID-19
Sunday, Nov. 29
With every state a hot spot, Tucson hospitals find it harder to keep up staffing levels
Convention Center takes advantage of downtime, gets $70 million face-lift
Santa sightings will look different in Tucson this year
State “risks catastrophe” if it doesn’t issue virus mandates, officials say
Few places spared in Pima County’s third COVID spike
Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county: Nov. 28
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Saturday, Nov. 28
Tucson lawmaker is 6th Arizona state legislator to test positive for COVID-19
1 in 10 Maricopa County residents have likely had COVID-19, new study finds
Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county: Nov. 27
Friday, Nov. 27
Tucson park ramadas closed through December amid rise in COVID-19 cases
Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county: Nov. 26
Thursday, Nov. 26
McKale will look, sound different when Wildcats' season starts
While waiting for pandemic to pass, Wildcats' club hockey team seeks new routine
Tucson musicians give thanks for outdoor concert opportunities
Wednesday, Nov. 25
Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county: Nov. 24
TUSD, other Pima County public school districts cancel high school football seasons
El Indio, Tucson Mexican restaurant known for its soups, closes for good
Amphi Foundation delivers extra-large thank-you's to school employees
Tuesday, Nov. 24
Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county: Nov. 23
Pima County issues voluntary nightly curfew to curb coronavirus spread
Wildcats' basketball opener against NAU called off because of NAU COVID-19 case
Arizona's hospital beds are filling up as COVID-19 cases again spike
UA COVID-19 testing blitz nears end, courses to be online only after Thanksgiving
Monday, Nov. 23
Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county: Nov. 22
Tucson city budget remains stable amid pandemic; $17 million left in CARES Act funds
Sunday, Nov. 22
COVID-19 cases set weekly record in Pima County as hospital capacity begins to erode
500 of 1,300 inmates at federal prison on southeast side have contracted the virus
Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county: Nov. 21
Saturday, Nov. 21
One of the largest vendor-exclusive Tucson Gem Show events is canceled
Thanksgiving holiday travel plummets in face of raging COVID-19 pandemic
Four Arizona mayors demand governor impose statewide mask mandate
Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county: Nov. 20
Friday, Nov. 20
Senator-elect Kelly promises to get to work after daunting briefing on COVID surge
With coronavirus cases climbing, Tumamoc Hill users again urged to mask up
Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county: Nov. 19
Thursday, Nov. 19
Hospitals across Tucson restrict visits as COVID cases skyrocket
5 places offer Thanksgiving help with free turkeys, other items
Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county: Nov. 18
TUSD battle of in-person vs. remote learning takes its toll
Child-care scholarships available here for families affected by virus
Tucson hopes to lure remote workers in other states with package of perks
Ducey warns of rising infections but balks at adding restrictions
Wednesday, Nov. 18
Rodeo parade joins growing list of Tucson events canceled due to the coronavirus
Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county: Nov. 17
Tuesday, Nov. 17
In pivot, Salvation Army plans drive-thru Thanksgiving feast
Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county: Nov. 16
Wildcats prep for Huskies, plus any COVID curveballs
Monday, Nov. 16
Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county: Nov. 15
Pima County to open 3 new drive-thru coronavirus testing sites
Sunday, Nov. 15
No way to check on hundreds of kids missing from schools across Tucson
Window to prevent crisis narrows as COVID-19 cases spike in Arizona, across Tucson
Tim Steller's opinion: Resilient Tucson youth facing down pandemic-era
Utility commission close to compromise on Arizona's pile of unpaid electric bills
Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county: Nov. 14
Saturday, Nov. 14
Court ruling could tank to-go alcohol sales for Arizona restaurants
Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county: Nov. 13
As season nears, COVID-19 casts long shadow over Pac-12 basketball teams
Friday, Nov. 13
COVID-19 bucks off another local tradition: February's Tucson Rodeo is canceled
Political Notebook: Councilman Kozachik laid off from University of Arizona, O'Halleran re-elected
Arizona Arts Live performance starts with a phone call, then turns into an experience
Ballet Tucson brings spirit of 'Nutcracker' to holiday pop-up performances
Tucson Symphony Orchestra brings Mozart's winds serenade to digital stage
Ducey extends Arizona order for reporting data on COVID-19
Thursday, Nov. 12
Sunnyside schools will return to remote only after Thanksgiving
Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county: Nov. 11
Wednesday, Nov. 11
Flowing Wells High returns to remote learning due to too many staff in quarantine?
Tuesday, Nov. 10
University of Arizona to require COVID-19 testing for all in-person classes this spring
Judge says Arizona must enforce laws that prevent restaurants from selling booze to go
Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county: Nov. 9
Arizona health, education officials urge virus vigilance to keep schools open
Monday, Nov. 9
Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county: Nov. 8
Oro Valley Mayor Joe Winfield says town has 'weathered this storm'
Sunday, Nov. 8
UA professor: Arizona could reach COVID-19 "crisis point" after Thanksgiving
Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county: Nov. 7
Economic collapse, extreme heat pushing up unpaid electric bills across Arizona
Saturday, Nov. 7
TUSD delays opening schools until January as COVID-19 cases rise
Cancellation of Arizona-Utah opener leaves Wildcats ‘disappointed,’ Utes ‘heartbroken’
Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county: Nov. 6
Pandemic prompts another Tucson tradition, Winterhaven Festival of Lights, to go dark
Shuttle services available again for Sabino Canyon visitors
Ironwood Ridge-Sierra Vista Buena football game canceled due to positive COVID-19 test in school
Friday, Nov. 6
Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county: Nov. 5
Vail Inclusive Preschool closes due to cases of COVID-19
Greg Hansen: After a decade of spending, Arizona finds that staff reductions cut deep
Thursday, Nov. 5
Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county: Nov. 4
Wednesday, Nov. 4
Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county: Nov. 3
Conflicts over health protocols preceded COVID-19 cases at Tucson courthouse
Tuesday, Nov. 3
Groups modifying their Thanksgiving community meals
Moonchild Foundation to pass out 300 grocery food bags on Saturday
UA is preparing for virus testing blitz
Amphitheater district, with 20 COVID cases across 8 schools, closes 2 grade-level classes
Arizona athletic department cutting 21 jobs to help offset projected $45 million in losses
Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county: Nov. 2
Monday, Nov. 2
Gov. Ducey plans to use federal COVID-19 money to prop up state unemployment trust fund
Local high school runners making most of shortened, crazy season
Sunday, Nov. 1
Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county: Oct. 31
Week-to-week COVID cases jump 66% in Pima County
Talk of “herd immunity” alarms UA coronavirus researchers
Capacity limitations threaten small Tucson fitness studios
Saturday, Oct. 31
VP Pence makes quick campaign stop in Tucson, says Trump will make economy great again.
How will Arizona's football team travel during a pandemic? Wildcats’ operations director explains
Friday, Oct. 30
Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county: Oct. 29
Tucson Chef Janos Wilder ends restaurant career with closure of Downtown Kitchen
Arizona governor defends political rallies, changes to COVID-19 school guidance
Children's Museum Tucson prepares to reopen with mostly outdoor setup
True Concord performing back-to-back concerts
Thursday, Oct. 29
TUSD to open schools for hybrid learning Nov. 12
Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county: Oct. 28
VP nominee Kamala Harris stops in Tucson, visits with small-business owners
Honoring online: All Souls Procession goes virtual in 2020
Wednesday, Oct. 28
UA Poetry Center preps for a virtual 60th anniversary celebration
Ticketmaster to refund $71 million for Arizona events called off by virus
COVID-19 forces gem society to cancel next year’s TCC show
Arizona COVID-19 cases, mapped by county: Oct. 27
UA grad’s photo inspires one-of-a-kind Time magazine cover
Group begins effort to recall Romero
Tuesday, Oct. 27
Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county: Oct. 26
Sharp drop in kindergarten enrollment during COVID alarms Arizona schools chief
UA preparing to test all campus students leaving for the Thanksgiving holiday
Youth On Their Own hosts virtual luncheon with make-at-home tamales
Monday, Oct. 26
Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county: Oct. 25
Sunday, Oct. 25
Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county: Oct. 24
Financial needs still surge as small business, residents start to receive allocated aid
After months of separation, families getting to see their loved ones in Tucson care homes
Biden calls out Arizona governor for not requiring masks statewide
Grant will help local farmers join digital marketplace
2 Tucson ensembles bring back live music, complete with live audiences
Saturday, Oct. 24
Future uncertain for two Tucson museums after Historical Society votes to pull out
Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county
Friday, Oct. 23
Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county
Tohono O'odham donate $1 million each to UA, ASU for COVID-19 research
Return of season brings 'sense of normalcy' for cross-country runners
Greg Hansen: While Tucson plays it safe, time ticks away for local athletes
Karaoke, darts, pool now OK, with limitations, at Arizona bars
Tuesday, Oct. 20
Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county
UA loosens virus restriction, allows classes of up to 50 students to meet on campus
Tucson airport is recognized for its COVID-19 sanitation efforts
Fundraising for cancer research 'is not on hold' during coronavirus pandemic
Monday, Oct. 19
Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county
After twists and turns of 2020, Arizona's Jill Aguilera eager to play soccer game that counts
Sunday, Oct. 18
Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county: Oct. 17
Tim Steller: Our teetering hospitality industry needs new round of virus relief fast
Pima County able to buck state's steady rise in COVID-19 cases
Tucson's typically robust festival season wilting in 'devastating' year of hardship
Saturday, Oct. 17
Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county: Oct. 16
Arizona's COVID-19 infection rate is creeping up again, rise in deaths predicted
SASO to host live concerts this weekend, one of them with an in-person audience
Friday, Oct. 16
Tucson's celebrated Café Poca Cosa closes permanently due to COVID-19
Arizona's top lawmakers order review of governor's emergency powers
Winter street fair along Tucson's 4th Avenue canceled
Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county: Oct. 15
Thursday, Oct. 15
Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county
Winter street fair along Tucson's 4th Avenue canceled
Singer-songwriter Casey Ryan ready to get back on stage after COVID lockdown
Tucson Halloween events get the COVID-19 treatment, keeping the spook alive
Wednesday, Oct. 14
Public Brewhouse downtown is second Tucson brewery to close in a week
Attorney general: Gov. Ducey illegally let restaurants violated takeout liquor law
Even during pandemic, a Tucson nonprofit advocates undocumented students
Coronavirus cases mapped by county
Tuesday, Oct. 13
New Davis-Monthan commander says base at 'full steam' despite COVID
Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county
Monday, Oct. 12
UA Pride of Arizona marches on thanks in part to special masks
Road Runner: Free bike-share rides in October promote fitness during pandemic
Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county
Sunday, Oct. 11
Pandemic upends plans, adds stress for first-generation, Latino college students
Pima County makes inroads against COVID-19, but health official warns against complacency
University of Arizona choirs get creative to make music during COVID-19 pandemic
Tucson's elderly, vulnerable hit hard by lack of affordable housing
Saturday, Oct. 10
? Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county
??Marana will convert annual holiday festival into drive-thru event
??Arizona reports 683 new coronavirus cases, 70 new cases in Tucson area
Friday, Oct. 9
??No specific end in sight for COVID emergency, says Arizona's health director
??Timetable for Arizona coach Kevin Sumlin’s return from COVID-19 remains uncertain
Thursday, Oct. 8
??Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county
??TUSD delays school reopenings to November or later?
??Arizona Supreme Court won't overturn governor's moratorium on evictions
Wednesday, Oct. 7
??Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county
Tuesday, Oct. 6
??Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county
??Arizona Wildcats football coach Kevin Sumlin tests positive for COVID-19
??University of Arizona to offer more in-person classes after coronavirus cases decline
??Salpointe Catholic High School football team in two-week quarantine after player tests positive
??Tucson dive bar known for branding its customers closes, citing COVID-19 losses
Monday, Oct. 5
??Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county
??State effort seeks to counter mental health problems worsened by pandemic
??Visit Tucson reports $205M fiscal-year economic impact despite pandemic
Sunday, Oct. 4
? Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county
??Pima County cracking down on fans who try to skirt COVID-19 guidelines, watch games
??New COVID-19 cases fall after September spike in Tucson area
??Pac-12's top doctor talks basketball's schedules, risks and tests ahead of '20-'21 season
??Tucson area housing market benefits from work-at-home buyers
??Tucson program helping women- and minority-owned small businesses access COVID-19 relief money
??MOCA's first pandemic-era in-house exhibition looks at life in a COVID bubble
Saturday, Oct. 3
? Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county
??Pima County to resume some services, open rooms at 9 community centers
??Trump cancels plans for Arizona rallies after diagnosis
Friday, Oct. 2
??Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county
??Tucson startup pairs disinfecting service, education to keep businesses running
??Judge is asked to extend Arizona's voter registration deadline due to pandemic
Thursday, Oct. 1
??Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county
??Navajo drives unite two goals: COVID-19 relief and upping census participation
Wednesday, Sept. 30?
??Pima, Coconino counties at "substantial" risk of spreading the new coronavirus
Tuesday, Sept. 29
??The 2021 Tucson Festival of Books will be entirely online in March
? UA sees declining COVID-19 cases, ending shelter-in-place recommendation
? Financial site's report says Arizona's COVID-19 numbers still pose danger to school reopenings
? Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county
Monday, Sept. 28
??Oro Valley begins $1 million financial aid program for local business owners
??Judge is asked to let some disabled Arizonans vote by video conference
??Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county
? Local Opinion: The pre-COVID economy was good for Hispanics. Thank deregulation
Sunday, Sept. 27
Arizona reports 412 new coronavirus cases, 83 new cases in Tucson area
??Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county
??Tucson faces potential wave of homelessness, foreclosures as pandemic drags on
??ASU says it's developing virtually instant test for COVID-19
??Tucson's latest COVID-19 hotspot: University of Arizona area
Tucson's Hub downtown reopens Oct. 1, just in time for Sonoran Restaurant Week
Sarah Gassen: How Tucson will help families pay for childcare amid COVID-19
Saturday, Sept. 26
??Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county
??PACC director Kristen Hassen resigns to take new job in Texas
Friday, Sept. 25
? Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county
??'Much-needed morale boost': Wildcats to open football, basketball seasons in November
??Arizona governor, secretary of state argue over election procedures
??ASU says it's developing virtually instant test for COVID-19
Thursday, Sept. 24
??Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county
??TSO's digital presence a game-changer beyond COVID-19
??City Council holds off on business district expansion, keeps transit free
Wednesday, Sept. 23
??Coronavirus propels bigger push to get Tucsonans to get flu shot
??Pandemic closes Perfectos Express; sister restaurant still open
Tuesday, Sept. 22
??Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county
??UA says 'legal action' possible if coronavirus cases continue to surge
??Amphi students, staff don't need to quarantine after all, health department says
Monday, Sept. 21
? Tucson parents, teachers may not know about COVID-19 in their schools
??Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey targeted in new recall effort over COVID-19 actions
??Second Tucson strip club shut down by the state for COVID-19 violations
??Tucson Electric Power extends suspension of service disconnections, late fees
Sunday, Sept. 20
??Tucson schools reopen for hybrid learning. Here's what it looks like during a pandemic
??In Tucson's Latino communities, coronavirus didn't create problems, it exposed existing ones
??Pima County's September spike in coronavirus cases grows as UA antigen test results added
??Pandemic, economy are top issues for candidates in Tucson's LD10
??Tucson Tech: 'Loneliness company' tackles isolation with timely human-linked app
??Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county: Sept. 19
??Tucson Meet Yourself shifts gears to month-long festivities amid COVID-19
Saturday, Sept. 19
??Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county: Sept. 18
??Board: TPD fear of virus was factor in two in-custody deaths?
??UA-led study shows how virus spread, why early intervention works
??Tucson artists, art groups can take advantage of these grants
??Pop-up COVID-19 testing to be offered at churches, near bars
Friday, Sept. 18
??‘Really good sign’: Arizona's jobless rate fell to 5.9% in August
??8 students quarantined after staff tests positive for COVID-19 at Oro Valley school
??Arizona reports 1,753 new coronavirus cases, 676 new cases in Tucson area
??Pop-up COVID-19 testing to be offered near bars, churches in Tucson, Green Valley
??Arizona's teacher shortage worsens as hundreds walk away due to COVID-19
??NCAA basketball czar in 'regular communication' with Pac-12 with conference CEOs set to meet
Thursday, Sept. 17
??Path becomes clearer for return of Pac-12 football; UA players provide a push
??NCAA says basketball season can start Nov. 25; could Arizona and Pac-12 play in 2020 after all?
??Tucson folk singer's 'Zoomcerts' almost as good as being there
??Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county: Sept. 16
Wednesday, Sept. 16
??Pima County Health Department: Coronavirus makes trick-or-treating too scary
??Questions remain as NCAA prepares to set starting date for college basketball season
??UA expert signs off on Pac-12 COVID-19 testing but questions football kickoff before 2021
??TUSD Board candidate: Pandemic highlights changes needed at TUSD
??Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county
Tuesday, Sept. 15
??Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county
??Teen's nonprofit benefits Tucson restaurants, workers
??Pima County tell students to shelter in place or 'drastic changes' will be needed
Monday, Sept. 14
??US fund runs out, meaning weekly pay is slashed for jobless Arizonans
??Amphi Foundation, Cox and Comcast connect more children to free internet service
Sunday, Sept. 13
? Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county: Sept. 12
? UA football season-ticket holders, tailgaters will miss community connection this fall
??Surge in virus cases at University of Arizona suggests Pima County is in for 'bit of a rough patch’
??Photos: Rogue Theatre Tries to Reach Tucson Audiences in New Way
??Work is underway on Tucson's newest hospital
? ‘RJ’ provides assist to Wildcats as they navigate pandemic
Saturday, Sept. 12
? Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county
??University of Arizona weighs new restrictions to combat surge in coronavirus cases
? Parents may be asked to sign virus waiver if children return to classrooms
??Suicide prevention even more important during pandemic, Arizona officials say
??Tucson strip club is shut down by state for coronavirus-related violations
??Signs of our times: Tucsonans show their support in words
Friday, Sept. 11
??Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county
??Ducey says he won't increase unemployment pay
??TUSD announces start of hybrid learning, return of employees
??New rock-climbing gym in Marana will require temperature checks
??City extending e-scooter plan, even with virus cases up at UA
??How a rare in-person 5-mile race came to be during a pandemic
Thursday, Sept. 10
??University of Arizona weighs new restrictions to combat surge in coronavirus cases
??This Tucson choir will isolate in a bubble to salvage its fall season amid COVID-19
??Judge's ruling on bars could force Arizona restaurants to stop selling takeout alcohol
??Tucson-area parents take call for school reopenings to county health department
??Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county
??Sunnyside School District lays out plans for hybrid in-person learning
Wednesday, Sept. 9
??Old Tucson closes indefinitely; Pima County to decide its future
??Judge rules Arizona's governor acted legally in shuttering bars
??Councilman Steve Kozachik: UA area high-rise apartments are potential hot spots for COVID-19
??High school football teams return to practice, but who will they play? 'No idea,' one coach says
??Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county
Tuesday, Sept. 8
??Pima County recorder asks those in assisted-living facilities to confirm voter status
??Pima Council on Aging helps low-income seniors with grocery shopping
??UA Arthritis Center's virtual fundraiser includes panel talk, reception
??Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey still dealing with low approval rating
??Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county: Sept. 7
Monday, Sept. 7
Arizona reports 240 new coronavirus cases Sunday, 54 new cases in Tucson area
UA lowers confirmed COVID-19 positives in athletics from 13 to 2, cites testing error
States plan for cuts as Congress deadlocks on more virus aid
The Latest: Advisers: Plasma treatment for virus needs study
Phoenix puts best (virtual) foot forward in attempt to land Women's Final Four
Sunday, Sept. 6
Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county, Sept. 6
Finger-pointing begins as virus clusters pop up near University of Arizona
Northwest, Oro Valley hospitals taking part in national COVID-19 effort
Increased testing in Pima County has officials feeling "much better"
Tucson's apartment market is hot despite COVID-19's impact
Hard-hit Tucson resorts trying to hang on
Arizona Daily Star readers helped 883 kids have a camp day or a virtual experience
Ways to give back to Tucson nonprofits
Tucson Pops Orchestra takes to the airwaves
2 big antique fairs reopen in Tucson today
Saturday, Sept. 5
Arizona reports 836 new coronavirus cases, 260 new cases in Tucson area
Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county: Sept. 4
Arizona's top prosecutor sides with bars in legal fight over ordered closures
Free face masks to be handed out on Tucson's Tumamoc Hill
Parents in Marana want to skip hybrid, move to traditional learning
3 Arizona counties' COVID-19 rates remain at levels that keep many businesses closed
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Friday, Sept. 4
??Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county: Sept. 3
??University of Arizona steps up effort to keep students from violating health, safety rules
??Arizona reports 1,091 new coronavirus cases, 149 new cases in Tucson area
??Pima County urges Tucson schools to hold off on hybrid learning options
??Rapid COVID-19 testing deemed ‘game-changer’ for Pac-12, but when will actual games resume?
Thursday, Sept. 3
??Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county
??Some hospitals across metro Tucson loosening visitor rules
??New federal order could protect Arizona renters from evictions through 2020
??Unemployed Arizonans are within weeks of losing more than half of their benefits
??Tucson Tech: Accelerate partners to offer COVID-19 antibody test
Wednesday, Sept. 2
??Private security workers are prodding UA students to wear masks
??How to get a 1-year extension if your driver's license is about to expire
??Ducey to court: Help me block evictions
??Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county
??How the Click Auto Group managed not to lay anyone off
Tuesday, Sept. 1
??Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county
??Ducey's maskless photos came as Arizona has spent $3M on 'mask up' campaign
??Arizona to provide free flu vaccine to uninsured, underinsured
??Nursing, assisted living homes in Pima County due to resume allowing visitors
Monday, Aug. 31
??Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county
??With Pima County deaths up 20%, some say indirect death toll from COVID-19 higher than reported
??Tucson prison inmates say close conditions, slow test results spread COVID-19
??Pima County library's new virtual program filling pandemic volunteer void for teens
Sunday, Aug. 30
Nursing, assisted living homes in Pima County due to resume allowing visitors
? Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county
??Arizona's children not always spared COVID-19's worst effects
??Some Tucson charter and private schools reopen, prompting complaints about safety
??With coronavirus cases at lowest totals since May, officials 'anxious' about student-caused jump
??Internet dispute among dinosaur deniers won't topple Tanque Verde T. rex
??COVID-19 brings new business to Tucson discount and resale shops?
Saturday, Aug. 29
? Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county
? Arizona coronavirus cases top 200,600; 21,072 in Tucson area
? Bars, gyms, theaters can reopen in Pima County with laundry list of restrictions
? State advising Arizonans to get a flu shot to mitigate impact of 2 respiratory viruses
Friday, Aug. 28?
??Bars, gyms, theaters can reopen in Pima County with laundry list of restrictions
??University of Arizona's wastewater testing halts potential surge in COVID-19 cases at dorm
??UA students in off-campus housing can get free COVID-19 tests
??Arizona Health Department deems it safe for school to resume partially in 4 counties
??State urges Arizonans to report businesses out of compliance with COVID-19 requirements
??Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county: Aug. 27
Thursday, Aug. 27
??Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by country
??Arizona high court won't intercede in bar owners' case against Ducey
??Big downtown Tucson events get financial backing from Rio Nuevo
??Arizonans can travel to NY without having to quarantine?
Wednesday, Aug. 26
??Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county
??Pima County close to meeting metrics for gyms, theaters, some bars
??TUSD shuts down second school, partially closes another following positive COVID-19 cases
??Harkins says it will open most Arizona theaters on Friday
??Join the Arizona Daily Star Opinion team Thursday for reader chat with F. Ann Rodriguez
Tuesday, Aug. 25
??Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county: Aug. 24
??Arizona investigators to check resorts' water parks for COVID-19 safety
??Community Food Bank holding virtual HungerWalk, cites big rise in requests for services
??Join the Arizona Daily Star Opinion team Thursday for reader chat with F. Ann Rodriguez
Monday, Aug. 24
??University of Arizona's fall semester opens Monday with host of protocols
??How Tucson Festival of Books shifted to online
??Pandemic delays many MVD services, but things are looking up
Sunday, Aug. 23
??COVID-19 cases on a jagged but downward trend across Tucson area
??Pima County purchases $3.4M downtown warehouse for coronavirus PPE, vaccine storage
??This Tucson restaurant has fed thousands of hospital workers with an army of community support
??Virus guide: Find the information you need to protect yourself and others, right here
??Tucson veteran battles with aftermath of COVID-19
??$33K raised for struggling Southern Arizona theater artists
??Pima College 'reskilling' effort aims to help Tucson workers hit by pandemic
??AP EXCLUSIVE: US faces back-to-school laptop shortage
??As more colleges stay online, students demand tuition cuts
??Impact of no football leaves UA budget in gray area
??Miami ICU nurse: I have never in my life seen so many deaths
??Navajo women mobilize to protect elders from COVID-19
??Sarah Gassen: In these troubled times, let generosity into the heart
??Two Tucson museums face closure if historical society walks away
Saturday, Aug. 22
? Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county
??This Tucson restaurant has fed thousands of hospital workers with an army of community support
??Fitz's Opinion: COVID-19, Mr.Skate and a tale of two worlds
??Jim Click, Jr. and Humberto Lopez: UA has a great leader in President Robbins
??Arizona sees 20% rise in deaths, not all directly from virus
??Arizona Wildcats report 5 student-athletes, 1 staff member test positive for COVID-19
??Arizona football roster reset: What might the Wildcats’ offense look like when games resume?
Friday, Aug. 21
? Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county
??Only 2 counties meet Arizona's benchmarks to reopen in-person schooling
??$1.25 million donated to support Tucson immigrants during pandemic
? Arizona coronavirus cases top 196,200; 20,139 in Tucson area
??Arizona continued to shed jobs in July, exceeding US unemployment rate
??Watch Now: Hug Tunnel for Elders at St. Luke’s Home
??ABOR takes steps to hold UA president accountable for new online college
Thursday, Aug. 20
??Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county
??TUSD closes elementary school after 2 confirmed cases of COVID-19
??$1.25 million donated to support Tucson immigrants during pandemic
??$10 million in rent, mortgage relief is available for Arizona small businesses
??University of Arizona officials believe campus is as safe as possible for return of students
??Reid Park Zoo, some city park amenities will reopen with modifications later this month
??Bar owners seek legislative help to reopen, but lawmakers say there is little they can do
??Schooler brothers leaving UA to pursue opportunities to play this fall
Wednesday, Aug. 19
? Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county
??Water park's lawsuit over pandemic closure is transferred, delayed
? With no fall football, Kevin Sumlin and the Wildcats shift focus to ‘next opportunity'
??Local Opinion: To open schools, be kind, respectful, responsible and safe
Tuesday, Aug. 18
??Coronavirus cases in Arizona, mapped by county
? Pandemic fails to stop Arizonans from cleaning up litter near state roads.
? This map shows coronavirus cases in the state by county for Aug. 16.
? On Sunday, Arizona coronavirus cases toppped 193,500; 19,581 in Tucson area.? ?
? 8 ex-Arizona Wildcats still living the bubble life as NBA playoffs start.
? A Tucson theater's free online production brings Star foster-care investigation to stage.
? Join Star Opinion team Thursday for chat with grief specialist Bobbie Rill.
Sunday, Aug. 16
Arizona likely experiencing an 'uptick' in serious child abuse cases, experts say
Revenue, or lack thereof, drives UA's response to virus-fueled financial crisis?
Tucson families tackle at-home schooling obstacles with flexibility, creativity
Drop in COVID-19 deaths likely indicator Arizona is past peak
UA football players’ parents have mixed feelings about postponement of fall season
University of Arizona women's basketball team open to bubble if it means a hoops season
