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Domestic abuse center won't turn away those with COVID-19

Emerge! CEO says they're relying more on solitary shelter spaces to encourage social distancing.

After Supreme Court rulings on DACA, LGBTQ rights, what’s next for those impacted?

Tony Paniagua spoke to Arizonans affected by the rulings.

Restaurants struggling to rebound from pandemic setbacks

The industry typically generates $13 billion annually in Arizona.

Surge in cases prompts mask ordinance in Nogales

Mayor Arturo Garino said cases increased following holidays in May.

Marana mayor on why he won’t enforce Pima County’s mask ordinance

Mayor Ed Honea said he does encourage town residents to wear a mask in public.

More fuel, dry weather create perfect storm for Bighorn Fire crews

A discussion with UA professor and fire ecology expert Don Falk.

Wildfire season, mask ordinances, SCOTUS rulings

Plus, President Trump made his third visit to Arizona in 2020.

Tucson Mayor Romero: Police Chief Magnus shouldn't resign

City Manager Michael Ortega has rejected the chief's offer of resignation amid controversy of the death of a man in police custody.

You may know how you feel about a social issue, but have you asked yourself why?

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State to give more money to schools due to pandemic

The Governor and state Superintendent of Public Instruction unveil a new funding plan.

Pima County man convicted of voter fraud

The man voted in two states during the 2016 general election.

AZ Indigenous Peoples' Caucus urges state to rename Columbus Day

The group said the move would contribute to other movements fighting for racial, social and historical justice.

Daily News Roundup: TPD chief offers resignation, record COVID-19 deaths

Recent coverage impacting Southern Arizona, June 24.

Immigration advocates criticize visa restrictions under Trump executive order

While the administration says it will free up jobs for citizens, immigration experts say it will negatively affect the economy.

ADHS: Reviews of records cause spike in COVID-19 death tally

Arizona broke a single-day record, but the state says that's mostly due to a method for analyzing previous deaths.

Tucson police chief offers resignation amid response to in-custody death in April

The police chief and mayor addressed the actions of officers in a Wednesday press conference.

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