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• Man charged in New Zealand mosque shootings changes plea to guilty.

  25-03-2020 23:42
  
  WELLINGTON, New Zealand (AP) — Man charged in New Zealand mosque shootings changes plea to guilty.
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• Release of Nonviolent Offenders From Pima County Jail Imminent Due To COVID-19

  25-03-2020 23:24
  
  About 140 people currently locked up in Pima County jail could receive an expedited release, thanks to an all-hands-on-deck effort from local criminal justice agencies over the weekend.
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• Three teens arrested for first-degree murder of October shooting death

  25-03-2020 23:23
  
  Tucson Police DepartmentRaul Lizola, Fabian Jimenez and Juanito Prichard.
  TUCSON - Three individuals have been taken into custody in connection to an October shooting death of a 25-year-old, Tucson Police Department announced Wednesday.Back on Oct. 30, TPD found Marco A. Beltran Romero with signs of gunshot trauma after responding to a single-vehicle crash near the 5200 block of South Via Noche Buena near Treat Avenue and Camino Laguna Seca. According to police, Romero, who was originally found
  
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• The Latest: UN leader encouraged by ceasefires amid virus

  25-03-2020 23:16
  
  The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 460,000 people and killed over 20,000, according to Johns Hopkins University. The COVID-19 illness causes mild or moderate symptoms in most people, but severe symptoms are more likely in the elderly or those with existing health problems. More than 113,000 people have recovered so far, mostly in China.TOP OF THE HOUR:— UN chief encouraged by pause in hostilities to fight virus.— Finland restricts travel to and from
  
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• The Latest: Finland restricts travel to curb virus spread

  25-03-2020 22:52
  
  The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 460,000 people and killed over 20,000, according to Johns Hopkins University. The COVID-19 illness causes mild or moderate symptoms in most people, but severe symptoms are more likely in the elderly or those with existing health problems. More than 113,000 people have recovered so far, mostly in China.TOP OF THE HOUR:— Finland restricts travel to and from its capital city.— WHO chief says Trump is “taking resp
  
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• The Defense Production Act Gives the President Power — but Not Much Funding

  25-03-2020 22:45
  
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• Sixth drug tunnel in Yuma Sector uncovered near San Luis Port of Entry

  25-03-2020 22:44
  
  YUMA, Ariz. - An incomplete drug tunnel was uncovered by Yuma Sector Border Patrol and Homeland Security Investigations near the San Luis Port of Entry Monday.According to officials, the tunnel was discovered after contractors working on border wall construction reported a possible sinkhole or tunnel that day. Authorities said they found those crews uncovered plywood and boards in connection to the discovery.After further investigation, Border Patrol said the Yuma Sector's sixth tunnel was repor
  
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• Rain and cooler air will take over Thursday

  25-03-2020 22:41
  
  TUCSON - A cold front will dip into Southern Arizona Thursday dropping our temperatures and bringing us small rain chances.Tonight:  Mostly Cloudy, Mild. Low: 54°Tomorrow: Isolated Rain, Cooler. High: 68°Tomorrow Night: Partly Cloudy, Mild. Low: 46°Our best rain chance will come during the late morning and early afternoon. No heavy rain or severe weather is expected.
  Our high temperatures are going to take a big hit falling into the 60's for both Th
  
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• Olympic delay leaves athletes uncertain about sponsorships

  25-03-2020 22:27
  
  Aside from figuring out how to maintain their health and fitness for an additional year, athletes like Ryan Crouser suddenly faced another concern when the Olympics were postponed until 2021.They also have to make the money stretch that far.
  Crouser still hopes to defend his shot put gold medal at the Tokyo Games next year, but now needs to get clarity about his sponsorship funding going into 2021 since his contract — and that of many other athletes — only goes through 2020.
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• Why This Coronavirus Is Not Like the Flu, or Even the Swine Flu

  25-03-2020 21:59
  
  ProPublica is a nonprofit newsroom that investigates abuses of power. Click here to read their biggest stories as soon as they’re published.COVID-19 is unlike anything in our lifetime.…
  
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• We Need You: Support the Tucson Weekly!

  25-03-2020 21:58
  
  These are unprecedented times.As COVID-19 spreads across our community, people are falling sick in our community, with more to come.…
  
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• ADOT message boards encourage stopping the spread of COVID-19

  25-03-2020 21:51
  
  PHOENIX - Arizona Department of Transportation is usually posting witty or funny safety posts on highway boards.
  However, this week, the department will use its platform to encourage Arizonans to stop the spread of COVID-19.ADOT's overhead message boards will rotate messages daily that encourage social distancing, like avoiding crowds and limiting travel, and good hygiene, like washing hands and covering coughs.The messages will be displayed indefinitely on nearly 300 overhead message
  
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• Coronado National Forest reducing services in developed recreation sites, shuts down group-use sites

  25-03-2020 21:05
  
  Coronado National Forest (CNF) continues to limit services in developed recreation sites as well as a temporary shutdown of group-use sites over COVID-19 concerns.The majority of the Forest will remain available to visitors who want to spend time outdoors, campgrounds, day-use sites.Currently, recreation opportunities in the forest include hiking and biking on trails, dispersed camping and other activities that support social distancing and small groups.Recreation sites with limited services, wh
  
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• Mayor Romero, four others criticize Ducey for decision to classify golf courses as ‘essential’ during COVID-19 crisis

  25-03-2020 21:04
  
  PHOENIX (AP) — Municipal leaders criticized Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey Tuesday over his decision to classify some businesses like golf courses as “essential" during the coronavirus pandemic.Mayors of five different cities, including Tucson and Flagstaff, sent Republican Gov. Doug Ducey a letter saying his executive order should not have included golf courses and payday lenders in the definition of “essential services” that cannot be shut down in response to the outbreak. The
  
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• Chicago hotels used for quarantine to ease hospital demand

  25-03-2020 20:57
  
  CHICAGO (AP) — Chicago's plan to reserve at least 1,000 hotel rooms for coronavirus patients through partnerships with five hotels is the first such strategy unveiled in the U.S.But it's unlikely to be the last. Government officials nationwide are searching for ways to relieve pressure on hospitals that are concerned about reserving space and equipment for people with severe symptoms of COVID-19.In Chicago, hotel workers won't interact with patients but they will get training on cleaning
  
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• Washington State trooper dies after police pursuit

  25-03-2020 20:51
  
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  (KING/NBC News)  A Washington State Patrol trooper died Tuesday evening after being hit by a man fleeing law enforcement along Interstate near Chehalis.Trooper Justin Schaffer, 28, was deploying spike strips along I-5 when he was struck by the suspect’s vehicle, according to Washington State Patrol Chief John Batiste.Schaffer was taken to the hospital but died from his injuries. He was a K9 officer and his police dog was securely in his squad car and was not injured,
  
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• Arizona receives more than $5.3M to help fund meals for elderly during COVID-19 crisis

  25-03-2020 20:42
  
  TUCSON - The Department of Health and Human Services awarded Arizona more than $5.3 million Wednesday to help fund meals for older adults.According to Gov. Doug Ducey, this funding was part of the Families First Coronavirus Response Act, which was signed by President Donald Trump last week. In total, the state will receive $5,356,670 to fund senior meal programs.
  The governor said these dollars will be used to support meal delivery programs and programs serving senior centers in the state. &ldqu
  
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• Drive-Thru COVID-19 Testing Hits Speedbump in Pima County

  25-03-2020 20:33
  
  Local health officials are still struggling to speed up COVID-19 testing, which has delayed plans for Banner Health to set up drive-thru testing sites.Dr. Bob England, the interim Pima County Health Director, says the problem isn't with the labs anymore.…
  
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• PHOTOS: ICS Food Drive March 25, 2020

  25-03-2020 20:30
  
  Interfaith Community Services is hosting a food drive at St. Mark the Evangelist Catholic Church (2727 W. Tangerine Road) until 2:30 p.m. today. In the first half hour, more than 30 cars dropped off donations.…
  
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• Cochise County reports second confirmed case of COVID-19

  25-03-2020 20:04
  
  COCHISE COUNTY, Ariz. - Health officials confirmed its second case of COVID-19 in Cochise County Wednesday.According to officials, a few days after the first confirmed case was reported in the county, county officials released information about the second case of COVID-19 in its jurisdiction.“It’s important to note that both confirmed cases are related to domestic and overseas travel, but neither case is connected,” said Health Director Carrie Langley. “We want to remind
  
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• ‘The whole city laid off’: US jobless claims climb sky high

  25-03-2020 19:35
  
  NEW ORLEANS (AP) — Barely a week ago, David McGraw was cooking daily for hundreds of fine diners at one of New Orleans’ illustrious restaurants.
  Today, he’s cooking for himself, at home — laid off along with hundreds of thousands of people across the U.S. in a massive economic upheaval spurred by efforts to slow the spread of the coronavirus.U.S. Department of Labor figures to be released Thursday are expected to shatter the old record for the greatest number of new unemp
  
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• Florida governor’s coronavirus dilemma: health vs. economy

  25-03-2020 19:33
  
  ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) — Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis has been walking a tightrope for weeks during the coronavirus crisis, trying to protect both residents vulnerable to the virus and the cratering economy in a state of 21 million people.His dilemma is a clear example of the conundrum facing the president of the United States and governors across the nation: His state has both an enormous population — a large percentage of which is old and particularly vulnerable to the virus &mdash
  
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• Pima County: COVID-19 test kits are ‘not available as we would like it to be’

  25-03-2020 19:32
  
  TUCSON - Pima County advised residents Wednesday to not visit COVID-19 drive-thru clinics unless an appointment is made after county officials learned that they did not receive as many testing kits as expected.Arizona Department of Health Services released Monday morning that Pima County has 49 confirmed cases of COVID-19, with the overall state total rising to more than 400. Of those cases, there has been one confirmed death."It is not that the labs haven't ramped up their capacity to test. The
  
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• Some Tips on Teaching Your Kids at Home

  25-03-2020 19:13
  
  With schools closed across the state, school districts are now asking parents to step in and do their best to homeschool kids.It's not something most parents have prepared to do, but districts are offering up whatever resources they can while schools remain shut down at least through April 10—and potentially longer, given that cases of COVID-19 are still rising across the state.If you're looking for some lesson plans, here are some online resources:Amphi School District has a list of fun
  
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• Federal judge orders environmental review of Dakota Access oil pipeline; calls Army Corps’ assessment inadequate

  25-03-2020 19:13
  
  FARGO, N.D. (AP) — Federal judge orders environmental review of Dakota Access oil pipeline; calls Army Corps’ assessment inadequate.
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• The Latest: South Africa bans dog-walking during lockdown

  25-03-2020 19:07
  
  The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 450,000 people and killed over 20,000, according to Johns Hopkins University. The COVID-19 illness causes mild or moderate symptoms in most people, but severe symptoms are more likely in the elderly or those with existing health problems. More than 112,000 people have recovered so far, mostly in China.TOP OF THE HOUR:— Dog-walking, alcohol sales banned during South Africa lockdown.— Turkey keeping schools closed thr
  
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• Banner Health employees make masks for frontline staff

  25-03-2020 19:04
  
  Banner Health employees are volunteering to make face masks for frontline workers.
  Members of the Banner Innovation Group will transform sterilization cloth into masks. Their goal is to create 50,000 masks.According to Banner, the team jumped into action this week. Forty-eight employees volunteer each day to cut, roll, fold and staple as many as 7,000 masks.
  Volunteers use "secure sterile wrap," which is a blue cloth usually used to wrap sterilized surgical equipment. The material is said to be
  
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• Police: Former Arizona Western College safety Bryce Beekman found dead

  25-03-2020 18:57
  
  PULLMAN, Wash. (AP) — A Washington State football player was found dead in his apartment by an officer who responded to a call for help involving "breathing problems,'' Pullman Police Chief Gary Jenkins said Wednesday.Jenkins said there were no signs of foul play and that the Whitman County coroner will determine the cause of death for 22-year-old Bryce Beekman, the senior defensive back who was found Tuesday afternoon. The Associated Press made several attempts to contact the coroner's of
  
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• The Latest: Cannabis stocks surge as virus shut-ins load up

  25-03-2020 18:56
  
  NEW YORK (AP) — The Latest on the action in the financial markets (all times local):12:53 p.m.Cannabis stocks are flying high as investors see green following a recent surge in marijuana sales as people forced to stay home because of the coronavirus pandemic stock up.Shares in most of the big cannabis companies are up sharply this week following reports of a spike in demand as consumers attempt to stock up in fear of a dragged-out shutdown of stores throughout the U.S.A snapshot of adult-u
  
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• Chiricahua National Monument to close campground

  25-03-2020 18:51
  
  WILLCOX, AZ – Chiricahua National Monument is announcing modifications to operations amid the COVID-19 pandemic.The Campground at Chiricahua National Monument will be closed until further notice starting Thursday.
  The existing Visitor Center is also closed. Trails will remain open, park officials said.
  Visit www.nps.gov/chir/index.htm to learn about the natural and human history of the site and for more updates.The park will notify the public when they will resume full operations and provi
  
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• The Latest: Turkey keeping schools closed through April 30

  25-03-2020 18:48
  
  The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 440,000 people and killed over 19,000, according to Johns Hopkins University. The COVID-19 illness causes mild or moderate symptoms in most people, but severe symptoms are more likely in the elderly or those with existing health problems. More than 111,000 people have recovered so far, mostly in China.TOP OF THE HOUR:— Turkey keeping schools closed through April 30.— Nearly 700 more deaths in Italy, but cases leveli
  
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• Advocates urge the release of detained migrants due to COVID-19

  25-03-2020 18:33
  
  WASHINGTON (AP) — Pressure is mounting on the Trump administration to release people from immigration detention facilities where at least one detainee has already tested positive for COVID-19.Advocates fear tight quarters and overall conditions could cause rapid spread of the virus. ICE says it is screening new detainees and isolating people who show symptoms of the disease.But detainees and advocates say those measures are not enough, especially for people particularly at risk because of
  
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• Canada imposes mandatory self-isolation for those returning to Canada under Quarantine Act.

  25-03-2020 17:30
  
  TORONTO (AP) — Canada imposes mandatory self-isolation for those returning to Canada under Quarantine Act.
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• 401 COVID-19 Confirmed Cases Now in Arizona as Death Toll Rises to 6

  25-03-2020 17:06
  
  A total of 401 cases of COVID-19 have been confirmed in Arizona on Wednesday, March 25, according to the morning report from the Arizona Department of Health Services.That's a jump of 75 from yesterday's 326. There are 49 confirmed cases in Pima County.The virus has killed 6 people in Arizona, including a Pima County woman in her 50s who had underlying health conditions.In Maricopa County, the number of confirmed COVID-19 cases has risen to 251, with 52 more cases being reported than yesterday.&
  
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• LATEST: 401 COVID-19 cases in AZ, 6 deaths

  25-03-2020 17:02
  
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  TUCSON - There are 401 COVID-19 reported cases in Arizona, according to newly released data from the Arizona Department of Health Services. Forty-nine of those cases are reported in Pima County.
  As of Wednesday morning,6 deaths in connection to the virus have been reported.
  After Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey declared a public health emergency in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, city, county and education officials have been implementing protocols to help prevent a potential spread of the
  
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• 'Stolen' COVID-19 Kits Were 'Accidentally Removed'

  25-03-2020 16:21
  
  The Tucson Police Department is confirming the coronavirus test kits thought to be stolen from the El Rio Health Center last Friday, were actually "accidentally removed."It turns out the person of interest was a "legitimate delivery driver for a third-party transport company that subcontracts for Sonora Quest Laboratories," according to a recent TPD news release. Apparently the driver mistook which package he was supposed to pick up at El Rio and left with a batch of unused coronavirus test kits
  
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• Phoenix Children’s Hospital physician tests positive for COVID-19

  25-03-2020 16:12
  
  PHOENIX – A physician at Phoenix
  Children’s Hospital tested positive for COVID-19, the hospital announced Wednesday
  morning on Twitter.In a statement, the hospital said the physician treated one patient in clinic on Friday and did not examine any other patients in person last week.
  At this time, we can verify that a member of our team has tested positive for COVID-19. This employee followed best practices and is recuperating at home. No patients, families or fellow employees were exp
  
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• Salvation Army Launches Food Drive, Plans Food Deliveries for Seniors

  25-03-2020 16:00
  
  With the novel coronavirus COVID-19 particularly deadly to seniors, the Salvation Army of Tucson announced plans yesterday to launch food deliveries to anyone over the age of 65 who cannot shop for themselves.
  But first, they need a lot of groceries—which is where you come in.…
  
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• Arizona appeals court upholds Jodi Arias’ murder conviction

  25-03-2020 15:51
  
  By WALTER BERRYPHOENIX (AP) — The Arizona Court of Appeals on Tuesday upheld Jodi Arias’ first-degree murder conviction and life prison sentence in the 2008 killing of her former boyfriend.Arias' lawyers had argued that a prosecutor's misconduct and a judge's failure to control news coverage during the case deprived her of the right to a fair trial.But the three-member appeals court, in a 29-page opinion, unanimously concluded that prosecutor Juan Martinez's conduct in the case didn&
  
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• The Coronavirus Testing Paradox

  25-03-2020 15:30
  
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• Audible now offering free audiobooks for kids stuck at home

  25-03-2020 15:14
  
  With schools closed and many adults working remotely, parents stuck at home right now with their kids. That silence is golden.Amazon is now offering a nice
  reprieve.Audible, which is owned by
  Amazon, is offering free audiobooks for kids.Just download the free app,
  and you'll see a variety of children's stories, even the classics, for all ages
  up to teen.
  There are also six different
  languages to choose from.
  The audible website says the
  service will be available for as long as schools are closed
  
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• Claytoonz: Famous Last Words

  25-03-2020 15:00
  
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• Warm and breezy this afternoon!

  25-03-2020 13:18
  
  TUCSON - Few more clouds today with warm afternoon highs in the 70s and 80s! Spotty showers in the forecast, especially tomorrow, followed by cooler temperatures on Friday! Today: Mix of sun and clouds and warm. High: 83°Tonight: Isolated showers, otherwise mostly cloudy. Low: 55°Tomorrow: Isolated showers and cooler (20%). High: 69°Few more clouds in the forecast today but high temperatures will still manage to warm into the low 80s this afternoon! The wind
  
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• UA scientist churning out COVID-19 test kits

  25-03-2020 09:00
  
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  TUCSON - UA scientists stepped to the forefront this weekend in the battle against COVID-19. The UArizona Health Sciences Biorepository, a team of seven scientists, worked together to produce 1,600 test kits for the virus that has taken over the world. A significant shortage of kits nationally and regionally has limited the ability to test patients for the Coronavirus.  The tests kits will be used by UA Campus Health,
  
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• The Latest: Over 400 accused of violating Sri Lanka curfew

  25-03-2020 08:42
  
  The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 423,000 people and killed over 18,000. The COVID-19 illness causes mild or moderate symptoms in most people, but severe symptoms are more likely in the elderly or those with existing health problems. More than 108,000 people have recovered so far, mostly in China.TOP OF THE HOUR:— Sri Lanka arrests hundreds accused of violating countrywide curfew.— South Korea to provide testing materials to U.S. in response to Pres
  
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• The Latest: South Korea to provide testing materials to U.S.

  25-03-2020 08:09
  
  The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 423,000 people and killed over 18,000. The COVID-19 illness causes mild or moderate symptoms in most people, but severe symptoms are more likely in the elderly or those with existing health problems. More than 108,000 people have recovered so far, mostly in China.TOP OF THE HOUR:— South Korea to provide testing materials to U.S. in response to President Trump’s request for help.— White House and Senate leaders
  
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• The Latest: India locked down, U.S. deal for $2 trillion aid

  25-03-2020 07:23
  
  The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic, which has infected more than 422,000 people and killed over 18,000. The COVID-19 illness causes mild or moderate symptoms in most people, but severe symptoms are more likely in the elderly or those with existing health problems. More than 108,000 people have recovered so far, mostly in China.TOP OF THE HOUR:— India’s 1.3 billion people go under world’s largest lockdown.— White House and Senate leaders reach deal on $2 trillion U.S.
  
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• Survivors of world conflicts offer perspective amid pandemic

  25-03-2020 07:20
  
  GAZA CITY, Gaza Strip (AP) — As Western countries reeling from the coronavirus pandemic awaken to a new reality of economic collapse, overwhelmed hospitals, grounded flights and home confinement, it’s tempting to think the end of days is at hand.But for millions across the Middle East and in conflict zones farther afield, much of this is grimly familiar. The survivors of recent wars, too often dismissed as the pitiable victims of failed states, can offer hard-earned wisdom in times l
  
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• Local expert gives ways to protect yourself from germs, the coronavirus

  25-03-2020 07:15
  
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  TUCSON - During these times of social distancing, we are all a little more cautious of germs.
  News 4 Tucson spoke to a local germ expert and doctor from the University of Arizona, who tells us how long the coronavirus can stay on surfaces and the "germiest" areas in our home and daily lives.
  "If you practice good hand hygiene, hand sanitizer, disinfectant wipes, you can reduce your risk of getting infected by 80 percent," Dr. Charles Gerba said.Dr. Gerba, al
  
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• Local expert gives ways to protect yourself from germs and the Coronavirus

  25-03-2020 07:15
  
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  TUCSON - During these times of social distancing, we are all a little more cautious of germs.
  News 4 Tucson spoke to a local germ expert and doctor from the University of Arizona who tells us how long the Coronavirus can stay on surfaces and the unexpected, but germiest areas in our home and daily lives.
  "If you practice good hand hygiene, hand sanitizer, disinfectant wipes, you can reduce your risk of getting infected by 80 percent," Dr. Charles Gerba said.
  
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