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A boarded up business in Tucson, June 1.

AZPM Daily News Roundup: Statewide curfew, school reopening guidelines

News impacting Southern Arizona, June 1.
The sun blazes before it begins to set.

Tucson sees hottest May on record

This year's May average was nearly 5 degrees higher than normal, according to data from the National Weather Service.
The administration building of the Pascua Yaqui Tribe.

Pascua Yaqui Tribe receives roughly $27 million in coronavirus relief

The tribe says it’s allotting some of the money to immediate needs and will save a portion for coronavirus costs later this year.
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Hero Elementary

A multi platform series, co-produced by Twin Cities PBS and Portfolio Entertainment
File image of an empty classroom at Sabino High School in Tucson.

Schools will reopen in fall, youth sports a go, says Gov. Ducey

The state is releasing guidance on youth activities and schools in the coming days.

Telehealth Tips: How To Make The Most Of Video Visits With Your Doctor

Here are some tips to help you know when to call your doctor and how to get the most out of your telemedicine visit.
As a train passes, marching demonstrators raise their hands after being stopped by police near downtown Tucson Saturday night in this still image from a video, as protests over the death of George Floyd spread across the country.

Governor imposes weeklong curfew after protests; Tucson officials say they weren't notified

The Tucson Police chief says he welcomes the 8 p.m. to 5 a.m. curfew, and TPD will focus on "criminal behavior."

Arizona under statewide curfew

The order from Gov. Ducey will last for a week.
The Tucson Skyline. October 23, 2019.

Arizona coronavirus news in brief, May 29

Recent coverage impacting Southern Arizona: Council use of federal funds, Pascua Yaqui election, and more.
Residents of the beachside town Rocky Point must have their temperatures taken and walk through a so-called "sanitation tunnel" to be allowed back in to the city.

Rocky Point residents allowed to re-enter city

Anyone entering needs to show proof residency, be screened for a fever, and walk through a so-called sanitation tunnel.
Claudia Pavlovich, governor of Sonora.

Sonoran governor concerned about looming reopening

Claudia Pavlovich said she's troubled by a sizable jump in caseloads.

Local law enforcement condemn police actions in death of George Floyd

Pima County and Tucson officials spoke out against the actions of officers in Minneapolis. Phoenix protesters took to the streets.
Deer dancer statue outside of the Pascua Yaqui Tribe's administration building.

Pascua Yaqui Tribe pushes distanced voting in Monday’s council election

The tribe is offering a few voting options to minimize risk to voters during the pandemic.
Pima County Library bookshelves.

Southern Arizona libraries get federal help

The CARES Act is helping libraries with cleaning supplies.
Still image from a video of Pima County Public Health Director Bob England in a March 20 briefing.

Departing Pima County health director thanks community for its response to crisis

Theresa Cullen is taking over for Interim Director Bob England, who became a face of the county's coronavirus response.

Local student podcasters garner national attention

A profile of some of the students and the teacher behind Tucson's City High Radio.

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