Immigration lawyers: New personal protective equipment rules endangering detainees
Lawyers and advocacy groups say the U.S. government is defying public health rules intended to stop the spread of the novel coronavirus.
Sonora maquila industry hopes strong COVID-19 measures ward off closures
A spokesperson says the industry is hoping anti-coronavirus measures can help keep Nogales' export manufacturing plants running.
Gov. Ducey defends lack of Arizona lockdown
While other states have issued stay-at-home orders, Ducey said it is not needed yet in Arizona.
Arizona coronavirus news briefs, March 23
Recent coverage of COVID-19 impacting Southern Arizona: State cases grow, border closure impact and more.
Financial impact to Arizona from border closure will be severe
The administration has said both countries will review whether or not to continue the closure in 30 days.
What "The Decameron", a Medieval Italian masterpiece, can tell us about life during a pandemic.
Also on Arizona Spotlight: Why a Tucsonan named Taylor chose to get involved in the conflict in Syria; and Frank Figliuzzi speaks on putting Taylor's story in context with U.S. foreign policy.
UA student tests positive for COVID-19, describes experience
The student, who is recovering in quarantine, says she was tested because she had asthma.
Coronavirus cases in Arizona climb, first death reported
Members of the Arizona National Guard have been activated to help with food distribution.
Border residents brace for change with approach of closure to nonessential travel
Both sides of the U.S.-Mexico border in Douglas were left wondering what comes next as the Friday night restriction neared.
Gov. Ducey expands unemployment access and extends tax deadline in Arizona
The governor announced Friday the state was loosening unemployment requirements and lining up state and federal tax deadlines.
Arizona Legislature looks to pass ‘skinny budget,’ put session on pause
A discussion with Arizona Capitol Times editor Luige del Puerto about state lawmakers' concerns about COVID-19.
Red Cross urges blood donations, implements new protocols for collection
Concerns over COVID-19 led to the cancellation of thousands of blood drives across the country.
COVID-19 prompts Tucson food bank to adopt drive-thru distribution
The Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona also anticipates greater demand for its services in the coming weeks.
Understanding how germs spread indoors
Plus, the best practices to disinfect surfaces.
More Arizona municipalities declare COVID-19 emergencies
A discussion with former U.S. Surgeon General Richard Carmona about how governments are responding to the pandemic.
