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A screenshot of COVID-19 cases by day in Pima County as tracked by the Arizona Department of Health Services, as of Nov. 13, 2020. Previous numbers may change as cases are confirmed or investigated.

Pima County seeing 'alarming' rise in COVID-19 cases, hospitalizations

The county health department is urging the public to follow precautions, especially with the holidays approaching.

A Centers for Disease Control image of the novel coronavirus that causes COVID-19.

Pima County, state preparing COVID-19 vaccine plans

The Pfizer announcement that a vaccine may soon be available has put public focus on distribution.

News roundup: AZ Indigenous voters' priorities in election, new hospital coming to southeast Tucson

Recent coverage impacting Southern Arizona, Nov. 12.

Allie Young, the founder of Protect the Sacred, leads voters to the polls within the Navajo Nation on Election Day 2020.

Voters in tribal lands 'reclaimed' Arizona in this election, advocate says

Pandemic experience key to getting out the Indigenous vote, activists said.

Gov. Ducey urges caution as COVID-19 numbers surge

The governor reminds people to wear masks and social distance, but announces no business restrictions

News roundup: COVID-19 cases surging, Biden win a relief to some 'Dreamers'

Recent coverage impacting Southern Arizona, Nov. 10.

Pedestrians in masks cross the street in Hermosillo, Sonora.

Sonora moves from yellow to orange on Mexico's coronavirus 'traffic light' system

After weeks at yellow, or medium pandemic risk, Sonora has moved back to orange, or high risk.

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 COVID-19 case counts reaching summer levels

As daily numbers continue to rise, the state has been silent on implementing any new restrictions.

A sign on the campus of the University of Arizona directs visitors to a COVID-19 testing site, August 2020.

UA leaders praise students as COVID-19 numbers stay low

Most days see only single-digit numbers of new cases at the university.

News roundup: COVID cases rising as country gripped by election, UA football game canceled

Recent coverage impacting Southern Arizona, Nov. 6.

Navajo Nation President Jonathan Nez said the "Stay home, stay safe" message from the tribal government guarantees that businesses in the nation have the "the safest environment" compared to those outside its tribal lands during the pandemic.

Navajo Nation shifts to curfews to decrease travel, exposure to COVID-19

Residents have been traveling to buy essentials as weekend lockdowns closed businesses in the nation, the president said.

'We are worried': Pima County health director warns of rise in COVID-19

Dr. Theresa Cullen said the county is headed for another surge if people aren't careful.

Betty Villegas stands in front of the Dia de los Muertos shrine at the Sosa Carillo house in barrio libre.

Dia de los Muertos altar honors COVID-19 victims in Pima County

Almost 6,000 have died of the disease statewide, including more than 600 in Pima County.

A Centers for Disease Control illustration of the novel coronavirus that causes COVID-19.

Parties up, masks down at UA

Halloween was marked by student parties.

Arizona officials split on school guidance

When should Arizona schools stop in person learning?

News roundup: Border wall and wildlife corridors, COVID-19 mouth rinse sampling

Recent coverage impacting Southern Arizona, Oct. 29.

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