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Sugar Skulls create partnership to support local restaurants
Customers with a minimum order of $20 for take-out or delivery from participating restaurant partners between now and April 30 will receive a voucher to buy up to two tickets and get two free to either of the first two home games of the 2020 season.
Gov. Doug Ducey issues executive order for increased hospital capacity
The order requires hospitals to increase the amount of hospital bed capacity in the state, take steps to optimize staffing levels and maximize critical resources.
Air force civil servant at Davis-Monthan tests positive for COVID-19
This is the first confirmed case at Davis-Monthan.
Salvation Army plans to deliver food to elderly unable to shop; asks for donations
Staff members will deliver for community members and citizens age 65 and over.
MOST RECENT
Sierra Vista Police: Woman facing child abuse charges related to 21-month-old
The suspect was arrested on March 23 and charged with eight counts of domestic violent child abuse.
U of A team makes more than 1,500 COVID-19 test kits over weekend
Researcher says lab can make around 20,000 kits
FOUND: Oro Valley police locate elderly man
OVPD has located Daniel Lupo.
Habitat Tucson donates respirator masks to area hospitals
Habitat for Humanity also encourages other companies to do the same.
Banner Health experts warn against self-medicating to prevent or treat COVID-19
A man has died and his wife is under critical care after the couple, both in their 60s, ingested chloroquine phosphate, an additive commonly used at aquariums to clean fish tanks.
Here’s how you can help PACC during the COVID-19 pandemic
PACC identified some of the biggest needs the shelter has.
CORONAVIRUS CLOSURES: Community events canceled, schools closed in southern Arizona
Some events have been cancelled due to the coronavirus outbreak, while other will go on as scheduled.
Reward offered after deer remains found near El Camino Del Cerro Trailhead
They are offering $1,500 for information leading to an arrest in the case.
University of Arizona cancels convocation, commencement
The decision includes all celebrations and convocations in Tucson, Phoenix, Yuma and Sierra Vista that were originally scheduled for May 2020.
Church alters programs amid COVID19 spread
Aiming for physical distancing rather than social distancing
UPDATE: Marana mayor issues second amendment to town’s emergency declaration, barring public from entering town buildings
Mayor Honea says proclamation is aimed at “flattening the curve of the spread of COVID-19”
Sierra Vista suspending transit service
Paratransit service will continue for customers with disabilities
PCSD responding to hiker rescue in Ventana Canyon
Deputies are working to recover one person in Ventana Canyon.
Fourth Avenue Street Fair to continue -- but virtually
Online you can find hundreds of vendors and view what products they are selling.
Desert Diamond Casino to close temporarily amid COVID-19 concerns
The closure is effective at 11:59 p.m. Wednesday March 18.
Order take-out or delivery to support local restaurants
The Mayor of Tucson says restaurants are just as safe as grocery stores.
Sun Tran, Sun Link make temporary service adjustments to stop spread of COVID-19
Sun Tran and Sun Link have made temporary service adjustments to stop the spread of COVID-19.
Diocese of Tucson Pastoral Center to close after employee experiences symptoms of COVID-19
The Pastoral Center will close for 14 days.
Investigators searching for suspect who stole Tucson Fire Department pickup truck
Anyone with information is encouraged to call 88-CRIME.
Pima County Health Department confirms child flu death
It is the first such case in Pima County this season and is not related to the ongoing COVID-19 outbreak.
Tucson police release new information on fatal midtown collision
The 57-year-old, Jorge Serrano, was arrested for felony charges related to the DUI and leaving the scene of a collision.
Face masks, cleaning supplies fly off shelves as COVID-19 outbreak progresses
One Tucson medical supply shop is working hard to keep their products stocked amid coronavirus fears.
Jessica Cox named El Tour de Tucson Dedication Recipient
Each year, El Tour is dedicated to a special person(s) who has made significant contributions to the bicycling community
Granddaughter announces engagement through window
Amid social restrictions due to COVID-19, one woman had to think of a creative way to see her grandfather.
Bicyclist dies from injuries after being struck by vehicle in midtown
It was determined the driver was not impaired at the time of the collision.
SEEN THEM? TPD says two suspects responsible for three robberies
Police say two men committed three robberies on March 5.
PCSD responds to vehicle collision involving deputy on south side
Deputies are currently investigating the collision.
PCSD rescues lost hikers overnight in Mt. Lemmon
Hikers were flown out in Sheriff 1 this morning.
Emerge asking for donations of toilet paper, disinfecting wipes and tissues
Emerge is asking for the community to donate several items to keep its clients.
Colleges teaching online amid COVID-19 outbreak; nearby campus restaurants worry about impact
Some shops and restaurants near the UA campus worry about lost business while students are gone.
UPDATE: Oro Valley police kill suspected rabid coyote that bit man
The coyote was killed the day after the attack.
Top school official recommends Arizona schools stay open amid coronavirus fears
The head of Arizona schools is hoping for business as usual for the most part for students, teachers and staff at state schools.
Designing her own life: How one artist is creating impact through art
Lauren Valenzuela's goals for her business aren’t just about making money, rather, creating community and giving back to society.
Democratic debate moved from Arizona over coronavirus concerns
Additionally, Univision’s Jorge Ramos was possibly exposed to coronavirus, AZ Family reported.
Arizona Gov. Ducey declares public health emergency due to coronavirus outbreak
Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey declared a public health emergency due to the coronavius.
March 11 last day to mail back ballots for 2020 Presidential Preference Election
State law requires that early ballots must be received, not postmarked, by the voter’s county election department by 7 p.m. on Election Day, which is March 17, 2020.
UPDATE: Fox tests positive for rabies after biting person at Sabino Canyon
Victim and skunk-bite victim from same day got rabies treatment
BREAKING: No charges for Pima County deputy who arrested teenage quadruple amputee
The arrest of a teenage quadruple amputee made news around the world in late 2019.
Red Cross urges healthy individuals to give blood amid coronavirus concerns
The American Red Cross is asking people to give blood or platelets to help maintain a supply during the coronavirus outbreak.
Coronavirus stockpiling leaves family without medication
One mother is speaking out after it took her two days to get over the counter medication needed to help her sick daughter.
Pedestrian struck by vehicle in north Tucson
The pedestrian was transported to the hospital with non life-threatening injuries.
Cochise County photo contest aims to find image for library card
Entries will be accepted from March 15 until April 15.
PACC offers big savings for March adoptions
The sale begins March 10 and continues through March 17.
Coronavirus causes changes in mass
More than 500 cases in the U-S have been confirmed, with three in Arizona.
CCSO looking to locate missing man in Douglas area
Anyone with information is asked to contact the Cochise County Sheriff's Office.
Tucson Fire crews extinguish flames from abandoned duplex
The fire was contained in less than 10 minutes.
UPDATE: Barricade situation ends on Tucson’s east side with officer-involved shooting
The situation ended on Tucson's east side soon after an officer shot the suspect.
Spring Break Tips: Know before you go
As you plan your trip abroad, CBP would like to remind you of what to expect upon your return into the United States and to provide you tips to help with that process.
Victims no more: Finding hope, purpose through wedding dresses
One bridal shop helps survivors of human trafficking through their worst memories.
Saguaro National Park offers summer youth employment opportunity
This is an eight week program for youth ages 15 to 18.
Fire, ambulance crew confined to their homes after treating coronavirus patient in Scottsdale
A group of firefighters and ambulance workers in Scottsdale is being urged not to leave their homes after treating a man who later tested positive for the coronavirus.
PACC takes in 72 cats and kittens from hoarding case
The cats range in age from very young kittens to adults. The clinic is examining them all, but most appear to be in good health.
OVPD looking to identify fraud, theft suspect
OVPD is asking the community for help in identifying a a fraud, theft suspect.
Trail of blood leads to investigation in Midtown
The area is closed right now for investigation.
Weekend Wanders: Challenge gravity — and yourself — at Take Flight Yoga
Emily Guindon debunked one thing she hears a lot: You don’t have to be flexible or strong to participate.
UPDATE: Evacuation orders lifted at Old Vail Middle School
District: Students in no immediate danger; evacuation ordered as a precaution
Diocese of Tucson announces precautionary protocols to avoid spreading illness
Parishioners urged to stay home if sick with head cold or flu
Up in smoke: How lighting up indoors could bring down home values
About 30 percent of realtors say they’ve had a hard time selling a property marijuana was grown in.