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Tax prep sessions canceled due to coronavirus

Locals counting on free help filing will have to go it alone due to concerns about the spread of COVID-19.

Food bank starting 'drive-through' distribution and prepping for increased need

The organization also says it has increased its hygienic practices and canceled one of its top fundraising events of the year.

Bill calls for more tribal community access to federal stockpile of medical supplies

Sens. Elizabeth Warren and Tom Udall say health systems serving Native communities need to be prepared for an outbreak of COVID-19.

Arizona coronavirus news briefs, March 17

Local and AP coverage of COVID-19 impacting the state: Tucson economic impact, Flagstaff restricts businesses, and more.

1st coronavirus case confirmed in Sonora; prevention measures enacted

The patient is a 72-year-old Hermosillo resident who had recently returned from travel in the United States.

Ducey recommends Arizonans avoid going out: 'Our advice is don't'

The governor's response to the novel coronavirus does not go as far as other states.

Arizona Legislature plans to pass necessary bills, adjourn by the end of the week

The House speaker said the goal is to pass a baseline budget and bills to keep agencies running before wrapping work due to COVID-19.

As gigs get canceled, fundraiser aims to help keep Tucson musicians afloat

Performers are losing income as the city's venues cancel events or go dark to mitigate the spread of the coronavirus.

Tucson International Airport says shorter lines biggest impact of pandemic so far

An official says that while COVID-19 is hitting the airline industry hard, the Tucson airport is open for business and stepping up cleaning procedures.

Pima County going ahead with presidential preference election, with one polling place change

The elections director says the county is prepared to deal with the virus on election day.

Arizona coronavirus news briefs, March 16

AP coverage of COVID-19 impacting the state: Arizona schools closed, cases up to 18, primary election, and more.

Arizona closing schools due to COVID-19 concerns

The governor and the superintendent of public instruction announced schools will be closed through at least March 27.

Coronavirus-related cancellations hit Tucson tourism industry

Visit Tucson says the cancellations coincide with the apex of the event season.

Economic impacts of COVID-19 in Arizona

UA Eller College of Management economist George Hammond discusses whether a recession is possible.

Judges ask DOJ to reconsider hearings in high-traffic immigration courts amid coronavirus outbreak

Judges and attorneys working in immigration courts say they need federal support to protect their clients and the public.

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