Arizona coronavirus news briefs, March 18
AZPM and AP coverage of COVID-19 impacting Tucson and the state: Cities restrict businesses, Arizona primary and more.
City of Tucson restricting gathering places, making changes to transit
The city declared a local emergency as it joins communities all over working to curb the COVID-19 pandemic.
As Tumamoc Hill closes, Saguaro National Park stays open, suspending fees and closing visitor centers
The park is also canceling programs in response to the coronavirus outbreak.
Rio Nuevo steps in to save Fox Tucson Theatre, but other downtown projects uncertain
A drop in sales tax due to the novel coronavirus could hamstring downtown redevelopment, the board chairman said.
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.
