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Latest Arizona unemployment numbers a mixed bag

The number of first-time filers is still going down, but the number of those on unemployment continues to rise.
A woman speaks to someone in a vehicle seeking a COVID-19 test at a drive-thru testing site set up at Walgreens in Tucson on April 21, 2020.

Arizona coronavirus news in brief, May 4

Recent coverage impacting Southern Arizona: Dine-in services returning, small nonprofits struggling, and more.
Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey on May 4 announces a plan to open up certain businesses in the state in an effort to restart the economy following coronavirus restrictions on businesses.

Ducey sets dates to open dine-in services, hair salons

The governor outlined a plan to reopen more businesses and services, saying the return will be gradual.
A group of men, women and children prepare their documents after approaching and surrendering to Border Patrol in the Yuma Sector, 2019.

Trump administration finalizes deal to send asylum seekers to Honduras

The administration forged a similar deal with the government of Guatemala last year.
The Tucson Unified School District office, 1010 E. 10th St., Tucson, Arizona.

TUSD postpones in-person graduation ceremonies till June

The district will celebrate the original May graduation date, but it hopes students can come together for an in-person ceremony in June.
A closed sign at the entrance of English Salon Spa in downtown Tucson on April 26, 2020. The salon closed as it was required by Arizona's stay at home order during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Own Words: Changing livelihoods amid pandemic restrictions

Business owners and a pastor share how they've been impacted.
File image of a construction worker in Tucson.

What expectations employees should have about returning to a workplace safe from COVID-19

A discussion with labor attorney Barney Holtzman.
A sign urging protective measures against the novel coronavirus along a road in Douglas, Arizona. April 2020.

Pandemic’s impact in Cochise County

Tony Paniagua reports on how businesses and government leaders are adapting.
A closeup of signage for Arizona@Work and Department of Economic Security offices in Tucson.

Arizona Chamber of Commerce throws support behind Ducey’s pandemic recovery plan

A discussion with chamber president Glenn Hamer.
File image of a chain and padlock on the doors of a business in Nogales, Arizona. March 2020.

Easing COVID-19 restrictions, Cochise County impact, workplace safety

Also, Arizona 360 revisits its commentary series Own Words.
The exterior of Reunion House, an emergency shelter in Tucson for 12- to 17-year-olds.

Pandemic increases need for youth emergency shelter

Staff say more kids need a safe place as stress, unemployment and domestic violence increase during the COVID-19 outbreak.
Open sign at an Arizona restaurant. Gov. Doug Ducey has extended a stay-at-home order but expressed hope that restaurants could offer dine-in service as early as May 12.

Arizona coronavirus news in brief, May 1

Recent coverage impacting Southern Arizona: El Rio testing, UA revises furlough plan, Wickenburg defies order, and more.
Honeywell has converted some of its plants so that they can produce health care gear like the N95 masks manufactured in Phoenix. President Donald Trump is scheduled to visit the Phoenix facility Tuesday.

Trump’s Phoenix trip first in weeks, as he aims to ‘move around’ more

The planned tour of a Honeywell facility making N95 masks is the president's first trip away from the Washington area in more than a month.
A point indicating the border between Mexico and the U.S. at the San Ysidro port of entry.

‘Remain in Mexico’ asylum hearings delayed a third time

Hearings are being pushed back again through June 1.
Old Main on the campus of the University of Arizona.

UA releases revised furlough, pay cut plan

On Friday, President Robbins announced modifications to the ranges of salaries and respective cuts, while canceling furloughs for the lowest earners.
Toni Leo owns Whisper's Sanctuary, a 501(c)(3) in Elgin that takes in elderly and unwanted animals.

Small nonprofits struggling as need for services grows

Arizona nonprofits are reporting a 20% increase in expenses, but a pandemic is a bad time to ask for donations.

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