Gov. Ducey: COVID-19 cases rising, hospitals still have capacity
The governor pushed back on questions about state tools to limit spread even as case counts rise dramatically.
Masks and temperature checks among precautions employers taking to address liabilities
UA health law and policy expert Tara Sklar explains what they can legally require.
Advocates plead with Arizona to release vulnerable inmates amid COVID-19
A new predictive model shows nearly all of the almost 42,000 incarcerated people in Arizona will contract the virus.
Domestic abuse center, 'more important than ever,' remains open in Tucson
The CEO of Emerge! says they've adapted to the pandemic to maintain services for people who may be experiencing domestic violence.
Health workers, aid groups step in to fill Spanish-language gap around COVID-19
More than 1 million people speak Spanish at home in Arizona, but official coronavirus bilingual communication has lagged.
Groups question risk, expense of border wall construction during coronavirus pandemic
Critics say big construction crews are still at work — increasing the risk of spreading the virus and traveling to other states.
UA scientist talks coronavirus precautions
AZPM spoke with Dr. Michael Worobey about the new coronavirus and what early precautions Arizonans can take.
Plan to equip all DPS officers with body cameras has some public advocates skeptical
Some groups want assurances that DPS will use the cameras for the public good, not solely to protect officers.
Phoenix Council votes 5-4 for civilian oversight of police
The vote came after dozens of mostly Hispanic and African American community members spoke for a citizen review board with investigative powers.
Despite distracted-driving law, Arizona still ranks low on highway safety
Some officials took issue with the report, which said the state is lacking recommended traffic safety laws.
Last year was Mexico’s most violent; Sonora saw biggest jump in murder
The northern Mexican state stood out with the largest year-to-year increase in registered murder victims.
Phoenix police shootings plunge amid scrutiny, new policies
Fifteen shootings in 2019 is the lowest number the department has seen in a decade.
3 mountain lions killed after feeding on human remains
Authorities said the lions were determined to be a danger because they should no fear of officers.
Not a smooth ride so far for e-scooters in Tucson
The city is searching solutions to the problems scooters bring, while some are calling for an end to the program.
UA team working to make intersections safer in Tucson
A study group is recommending changes to improve safety and efficiency.
