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Report: Coronavirus exacerbates existing health crisis for migrants at the border

The report found migrants waiting south of the border face conditions that make them particularly susceptible to communicable diseases.

Delays, some spectators possible as UA plans for fall sports

The athletic director said further announcements on the fall sports schedule can be expected in the next few weeks.

High stress, loss of routine slow return to normal from coronavirus

COVID-19 unknowns are keeping people from forming new daily habits.

Pima County to open second free COVID-19 testing site

The new site will offer the ASU-developed saliva test.

COVID-19 may distance voters from partisan behavior

UA political scientist suggests the pandemic will have a lasting impact on the 2020 election cycle.

UA study looks into best materials for face masks

How effective are T-shirts and scarves?

Back to school, one step at a time

Teachers, school administrators and elected officials weigh how to safely return to school.

Tumamoc Hill may close if more walkers don't wear masks

At least 60% of people exercising need to cover their faces if the popular walking spot is to stay open.

House passes defense spending bill banning new uranium mines around Grand Canyon

The Senate version of the bill does not include the ban on new uranium mines.

UA expands antibody test

Participants can also opt in to yearlong immunity study.

Tucson educators protest school reopening during pandemic

Organizers say it's not safe to return to the classroom.

Pets play special role for people coping with pandemic

Experts say people living with pets cope better with feelings of isolation and loneliness.

Guadalupe: A town hit hard by COVID-19

Locals say families have been struggling in the small town, which recently had one of the highest COVID-19 case rates in Maricopa County.

Pima County COVID-19 infection rate below Arizona average

The number of testing sites in the county is increasing.

Tucson hospitals balance full patient loads, COVID-19 stress

As hospitals inch closer to reaching full capacity, doctors and nurses continue to ask the public to reduce the risk of virus transmission.

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