Fourth Avenue businesses feeling pinch of coronavirus-related closures
A discussion with North Fourth Avenue Merchants Association's Fred Ronstadt.
Tucson Metro Chamber on outreach for businesses impacted by COVID-19
A discussion with chamber president Amber Smith.
COVID-19: Businesses impacted, mobile meals for students, physical distancing
How the business community and education leaders are responding to the pandemic.
UA mobilizes research resources in fight against coronavirus
Staff and faculty across 14 colleges are working on various facets of research and treatment.
Low testing rates give misleading picture of virus spread in Arizona, experts say
Arizona could be closer to New York and Washington state than test numbers indicate.
COVID-19 redefines the semester: One UA student's perspective
In this radio essay, an AZPM student production assistant describes her experience balancing classes and a pandemic.
Coronavirus relief package to send $8 billion to tribes
The aid would be a "godsend" for the Pascua Yaqui Tribe, the chairman said.
Arizona coronavirus news in brief, March 26
Recent coverage impacting Southern Arizona: Health director on peak timeline, farmers and food demand, and more.
Sonoran governor declares health emergency, orders nonessential businesses closed
Gov. Claudia Pavlovich says essential activities include the supply of food, medicine, water, electricity and others will continue.
Navajo access to water compounds response to coronavirus
Many on the Navajo Nation must drive miles for water, groceries and necessities.
In Cochise County, more space may slow coronavirus spread, but presents a challenge for care
County officials say testing is not necessary for all.
Arizona health director expects COVID-19 illnesses to peak in April, hospitalizations in May
Gov. Ducey on Thursday issued an order to hospitals to develop plans to increase capacity.
Food demand is up, but Arizona farmers aren't immune to coronavirus impacts
Even though grocery store shelves are empty, food supply chains remain strong, for now.
New law to increase internet access for rural and tribal communities
The COVID-19 pandemic is underlining the importance of broadband services, but some communities can't get a dependable connection.
Tucson YMCA, Boys and Girls Club offering child care for essential workers
A director at the YMCA said they're hoping to address the need created by school closures.
