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• The Latest: Navy says virus cases aboard destroyer rising

  25-04-2020 23:33
  
  The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness or death.
  TOP OF THE HOUR:
  — Britain tops 20,000 deaths from coronavirus.
  — WHO warns against idea of ‘immunity passports.’
  — Spain hopeful of easing confinement restrictions soon.
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  WASHINGTON — The Navy reports that the number of sailors abo
  
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• Ducey appoints Bailey to fill state Court of Appeals vacancy

  25-04-2020 23:19
  
  PHOENIX (AP) — Gov. Doug Ducey has become the Arizona governor to appoint the most judges in the state court system.On Friday Ducey tied former Gov. Bruce Babbitt's record of 68 judicial appointments with his appointment of a new Court of Appeals judge.
  Ducey then appointed three new Maricopa County Superior Court judges to reach 71 appointments, the Arizona Capitol Times reported.Babbitt was Arizona's elected attorney general when he rose to the governor's office in 1978 following hi
  
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• The Latest: Fauci urges careful science on virus drugs

  25-04-2020 23:12
  
  The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness or death.
  TOP OF THE HOUR:
  — Britain tops 20,000 deaths from coronavirus.
  — WHO warns against idea of ‘immunity passports.’
  — Spain hopeful of easing confinement restrictions soon.
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  UNDATED — Dr. Anthony Fauci is urging careful science to pro
  
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• Excessive Heat Warning issued April 25 at 1:37PM MST until April 27 at 8:00PM MST by NWS Phoenix AZ

  25-04-2020 22:37
  
  * WHAT…For the Excessive Heat Warning, dangerously hotconditions with temperatures 95 to 108 expected. For theExcessive Heat Watch, dangerously hot conditions withtemperatures 98 to 110 possible.
  * WHERE…Portions of south central Arizona.
  * WHEN…For the Excessive Heat Warning, from 10 AM Sunday to 8PM MST Monday. For the Excessive Heat Watch, from Wednesdaymorning through Thursday evening.
  * IMPACTS…High HeatRisk. Overexposure can cause heat crampsand heat exhaustion
  
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• The Latest: Surgeon says daily evaluation of changes needed

  25-04-2020 22:24
  
  The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness or death.
  TOP OF THE HOUR:
  — Britain tops 20,000 deaths from coronavirus.
  — WHO warns against idea of ‘immunity passports.’
  — Spain hopeful of easing confinement restrictions soon.
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  MIAMI — The president of a Florida medical center said at a
  
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• Pace of deaths in Arizona outbreak slows after recent surge

  25-04-2020 22:11
  
  PHOENIX (AP) — The pace of additional deaths in Arizona's coronavirus outbreak has slowed following a recent surge.The Department of Health Services' tally of deaths statewide rose by seven to 273 as of Saturday, following ,an increase of 17 deaths reported Friday and a total of 62 deaths reported over the previous three daysThe department said there were 6,820 cases reported statewide as of Saturday, an increase of 235 from Friday.Health officials said Thursday that the recent surge in re
  
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• The Latest: Spain poised to ease home confinement

  25-04-2020 21:24
  
  The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness or death.
  TOP OF THE HOUR:
  — Britain tops 20,000 deaths from coronavirus.
  — WHO warns against idea of ‘immunity passports.’
  — Spain hopeful of easing confinement restrictions soon.
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  MADRID — Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez says th
  
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• The Latest: Nearly 200,000 Italian companies ask to operate

  25-04-2020 20:04
  
  The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness or death.
  TOP OF THE HOUR:
  — Britain tops 20,000 deaths from coronavirus.
  — WHO warns against idea of ‘immunity passports.’
  — Spain reports nearly 3,000 daily virus cases.
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  ROME — Nearly 200,000 Italian companies have asked authorities for pe
  
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• More than 200,000 confirmed deaths worldwide from coronavirus, Johns Hopkins University researchers say

  25-04-2020 19:56
  
  NEW YORK (AP) — More than 200,000 confirmed deaths worldwide from coronavirus, Johns Hopkins University researchers say.The post More than 200,000 confirmed deaths worldwide from coronavirus, Johns Hopkins University researchers say appeared first on KVOA.
  
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• AP FACT CHECK: Trump’s errant virus theories, testing boast

  25-04-2020 19:55
  
  WASHINGTON (AP) — Lysol is for toilet bowls and countertops, not human consumption. The company that manufacturers it felt compelled to emphasize the danger of ingesting it after President Donald Trump’s musings about heat, light and disinfectant in the time of coronavirus.
  Trump’s thinking-out-loud theories took a turn toward hazmat territory this past week when he said it would be interesting to see whether people’s innards could get “almost a cleaning” from
  
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• The Latest: Turkey’s death toll from virus reaches 2,706

  25-04-2020 19:21
  
  The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness or death.
  TOP OF THE HOUR:
  — Britain tops 20,000 deaths from coronavirus.
  — WHO warns against idea of ‘immunity passports.’
  — Spain reports nearly 3,000 daily virus cases.
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  ISTANBUL — Turkey’s health ministry has documented 106 new deat
  
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• ‘Spider-Man,’ ‘Doctor Strange,’ ‘Thor’ shift release dates

  25-04-2020 18:58
  
  LOS ANGELES (AP) — Hollywood studios are shuffling more release dates as a result of the coronavirus, including sequels to “Doctor Strange,” “Spider-Man: Far From Home” and “Into the Spider-Verse.”
  Late Friday, both Sony Pictures and The Walt Disney Co. announced updated theatrical release schedules that significantly delay some of their marquee superhero films.
  “Doctor Strange in the Multiverse of Madness" will now open in 2022.
  “Thor: Love
  
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• The Latest: Protesters in Berlin defy social distancing rule

  25-04-2020 18:55
  
  The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness or death.
  TOP OF THE HOUR:
  — Britain tops 20,000 deaths from coronavirus.
  — WHO warns against idea of ‘immunity passports.’
  — Spain reports nearly 3,000 daily virus cases.
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  BERLIN — About 1,000 people gathered in Berlin to protest restriction
  
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• COVID-19 in Arizona: 6,280 cases, 273 deaths

  25-04-2020 18:16
  
  PHOENIX - Arizona reported seven additional COVID-19-related deaths Saturday morning, bringing the statewide total to 273.The state Department of Health Services also reported 6,280 cases, an increase of 235 cases over Friday.In Pima County, two new deaths have been reported, bringing the total to 76. ADHS is reporting 1,090 COVID-19 cases in the county.Maricopa County is reporting 3,234 cases with 121 deaths.ADHS says 62,508 people have been tested for the coronavirus. Only 8.7 percent of those
  
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• The Latest: Norway extends ban on large events to Sept. 1

  25-04-2020 17:59
  
  The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness or death.
  TOP OF THE HOUR:
  — Britain tops 20,000 deaths from coronavirus.
  — WHO warns against idea of ‘immunity passports.’
  — Spain reports nearly 3,000 daily virus cases.
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  OSLO, Norway — Norway is extending the ban on all events with more th
  
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• The Latest: Britain joins 4 nations topping 20,000 deaths

  25-04-2020 17:11
  
  The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness or death.
  TOP OF THE HOUR:
  — Britain tops 20,000 deaths from coronavirus.
  — WHO warns against idea of ‘immunity passports.’
  — Spain reports nearly 3,000 daily virus cases.
  — Italy to give free masks to nursing homes, transport workers, police.__
  
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• Claytoonz: Trumpy Bubbles

  25-04-2020 17:00
  
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• The Latest: Spain reports nearly 3,000 daily virus cases

  25-04-2020 16:13
  
  The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness or death.
  TOP OF THE HOUR:
  —WHO warns against idea of ‘immunity passports.’
  — India announces easing of some lockdown restrictions.
  —Spain reports nearly 3,000 daily virus cases.
  —Italy to ease lockdown restrictions May 4, give free masks to nur
  
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• The Latest: Iran deaths rise, hardest hit in Middle East

  25-04-2020 15:13
  
  The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness or death.
  TOP OF THE HOUR:
  —WHO warns against idea of ‘immunity passports.’
  — India announces easing of some lockdown restrictions.
  —Italy to ease lockdown restrictions May 4, give free masks to nursing homes, transport workers, police.___
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• AP FACT CHECK: Trump’s baseless theories on coronavirus

  25-04-2020 14:37
  
  WASHINGTON (AP) — Lysol is for toilet bowls and countertops, not human consumption. The company that manufacturers it felt compelled to emphasize the danger of ingesting it after President Donald Trump’s musings about heat, light and disinfectant in the time of coronavirus.
  Trump’s thinking-out-loud theories took a turn toward hazmat territory this past week when he said it would be interesting to see whether people’s innards could get “almost a cleaning” from
  
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• The Latest: Italy to ease lockdown on May 4, give free masks

  25-04-2020 14:02
  
  The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness or death.
  TOP OF THE HOUR:
  —WHO warns against idea of ‘immunity passports.’
  — India announces easing of some lockdown restrictions.
  —Italy to ease lockdown restrictions May 4, give free masks to nursing homes, transport workers, police.___
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• The Latest: Pope singles out funeral home workers for prayer

  25-04-2020 11:17
  
  The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness or death.
  TOP OF THE HOUR:
  —British authorities say other illnesses going untreated
  —WHO warns against idea of ‘immunity passports’
  — India announces easing some lockdown restrictions
  VATICAN CITY — Pope Francis has singled out funeral home work
  
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• Cardinals take OT Jones in third round to protect Murray

  25-04-2020 11:12
  
  By DAVID BRANDT
  AP Sports WriterJosh Jones expected to hear his name called in the first or second rounds of the NFL draft but after 60-plus picks he was still sitting at home with family in awkward anticipation. Finally, with the No. 72 selection, Arizona grabbed him in the third round.VIDEO: Steve Keim and Kliff Kingsbury talk about the selection of Josh JonesNow the big offensive tackle is ready to show the Cardinals they made the right decision."They got a great ballplayer," Jones said. "I'
  
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• The Latest: British officials concerned over other illnesses

  25-04-2020 11:03
  
  The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness or death.
  TOP OF THE HOUR:
  —British authorities say other illnesses going untreated
  —WHO warns against idea of ‘immunity passports’
  — India announces easing some lockdown restrictions
  LONDON — British medical authorities are urging people not to
  
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• Excessive Heat Warning issued April 25 at 1:35AM MST until April 26 at 7:00PM MST by NWS Phoenix AZ

  25-04-2020 10:35
  
  * WHAT…Dangerously hot conditions with temperatures 100 to 107expected.
  * WHERE…Portions of south central Arizona, including the Phoenixmetro.
  * WHEN…From 10 AM to 7 PM MST Sunday.
  * IMPACTS…High HeatRisk. Overexposure can cause heat crampsand heat exhaustion to develop and, without intervention, canlead to heat stroke.An Excessive Heat Warning means that a period of very hottemperatures, even by local standards, will occur. Actions shouldbe taken to lessen the impact
  
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• The Latest: Britain defends independence of virus panel

  25-04-2020 10:12
  
  The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness or death.
  TOP OF THE HOUR:
  —WHO warns against idea of ‘immunity passports’
  — India announces easing some lockdown restrictions
  —South Korea reports only 10 new cases of virus and no new deathsLONDON — Britain’s government has defended the
  
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• The Latest: WHO warns against idea of ‘immunity passports’

  25-04-2020 09:47
  
  The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness or death.
  TOP OF THE HOUR:
  —WHO warns against idea of ‘immunity passports’
  — India announces easing some lockdown restrictions
  —South Korea reports only 10 new cases of virus and no new deathsBERLIN — The World Health Organization is cautioning
  
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• Local pet rescue centers say Tucson is stepping up on both fostering, adoption fronts during pandemic

  25-04-2020 07:40
  
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  TUCSON - The Pima Animal Care Center was near capacity at the beginning of this coronavirus pandemic over a month ago. However, that is not the case now. PACC and the Tucson Humane Society have both said the community has been stepping up in a big way on both the fostering and adoption fronts. The Humane Society told News 4 Tucson their adoption numbers are up double what they were at this time in 2019. With more people staying at ho
  
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• Pima GOP demands Election Integrity Commission reconvene as 2020 Primary nears

  25-04-2020 07:21
  
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  TUCSON - The Pima County Republican Party believes the Pima County Board of Supervisors is deliberately not allowing the county’s Election Integrity Commission to meet and hammer out vital details for the August Primary Election.However, the chairman of the board argued the GOP is making a big deal about nothing.David Eppihimer, the chairman of the Pima County Republican Party, called out the Democratic-led Pim
  
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• TFD quickly stops brush fire in South Tucson, prevents fire from extending into nearby business

  25-04-2020 07:06
  
  TUCSON - Tucson Fire Department Station 10 crews were able to make a quick stop on a brush fire in the area of Irvington Road and Sixth Avenue on Friday.
  TFD crews were able to keep the fire from extending into a nearby business in the area.
  Tucson Police also responded to investigate after multiple fires have recently been reported in the area.
  TFD shared a video to their Instagram page on Friday, showing its firefighters on-scene at the incident.View this post on Instagram Station 10 crews wer
  
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• The Latest: India announces easing of lockdown restrictions

  25-04-2020 06:10
  
  The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness or death.
  TOP OF THE HOUR:
  — Navy recommends reinstatement of fired carrier captain.
  —China says no new deaths from virus for 10th straight day—South Korea reports only 10 new cases of virus and no new deathsNEW DELHI — India announces easing of a stringent
  
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• Oro Valley restaurant says they didn’t do anything wrong after liquor license suspended

  25-04-2020 05:47
  
  ORO VALLEY, Ariz. - Dining in is not an option for restaurants as Gov. Doug Ducey's Executive Order said carry out options are for the safety of others during the coronavirus pandemic.
  Chuy's Mesquite Broiler restaurant in Oro Valley has been considered failing to comply with the executive order.Last month, eating inside a restaurant was a typical Friday night.
  Now, it goes against the Governor's Executive Order and Chuy's is paying for a crime they say they did not commit.It all started with co
  
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• 17 employees of Navajo Police Department test positive for COVID-19

  25-04-2020 05:30
  
  TUCSON - The Navajo Police Department in Window Rock, Ariz. announced it has 17 confirmed cases of the coronavirus as of Friday.The total cases include 11 police officers and six civilian personnel, according to NPD on Friday, and all are currently in quarantine.
  The department said it "has been working with both private and local facilities to prioritize staff testing for all police districts, including the Navajo Police Training Academy."Currently, the COVID-19 test results are pending with a
  
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• The Latest: South Korea has 10 new cases and no new deaths

  25-04-2020 05:17
  
  The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness or death.
  TOP OF THE HOUR:
  — Navy recommends reinstatement of fired carrier captain.
  —China says no new deaths from virus for 10th straight day—South Korea reports only 10 new cases of virus and no new deathsSEOUL, South Korea — South Korea has reported 10
  
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• 1 person dead, 1 transported to hospital following helicopter crash in Mesa

  25-04-2020 03:12
  
  MESA, Ariz. — One person has died and another was taken to a hospital after a helicopter crash-landed at Sherwood Park in Mesa Friday afternoon. Police said nobody at the park was injured. According to FlightAware, the helicopter took off from Blythe, California around 2:48 p.m. The circumstances of the crash are unknown. Witness video shows the helicopter spinning in the air before it crashed. The Federal Aviation Administration and National Transportation Safety
  
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• Getting Answers: Warning about ingesting or injecting disinfectants as coronavirus cure

  25-04-2020 03:07
  
  TUCSON- The makers of Lysol, a disinfectant spray and cleaning product, released a statement Friday after President Trump made comments during a coronavirus press briefing yesterday about the possibility of injecting disinfectant into the body as a cure.
  The company said in a statement: "As a global leader in health and hygiene products, we must be clear that under no circumstance should our disinfectant products be administered into the human body (through injection, ingestion or any other rout
  
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• Getting Answers: Warning about ingesting, injecting disinfectants as coronavirus cure

  25-04-2020 03:07
  
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  TUCSON- The makers of Lysol, a disinfectant spray and cleaning product, released a statement Friday after President Trump made comments during a coronavirus press briefing Thursday about the possibility of injecting disinfectant into the body as a cure.
  Lysol said in a statement:
  "As a global leader in health and hygiene products, we must be clear that under no circumstance should our disinfectant products be administered into the human body (through injecti
  
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• The Latest: China says no new deaths for 10th straight day

  25-04-2020 02:57
  
  The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness or death.
  TOP OF THE HOUR:
  —Britain reports nearly 20,000 deaths from virus.
  — Trump says disinfectant comments were sarcasm.
  — Navy recommends reinstatement of fired carrier captain.
  —China says no new deaths from virus for 10th straight dayBEIJING —
  
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• TPD identifies man killed in eastside crash that involved vehicle engulfed in flames

  25-04-2020 01:38
  
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  TUCSON - Tucson Police Department identified the person killed in Thursday's fatal crash on the east side.According to TPD, first responders found a single vehicle was engulfed in flames near the intersection of Irvington and Kolb roads at around 8:30 p.m. after it reportedly struck a sloped concrete barrier, went airborne and collided with a nearby powerpole.Police said the driver, later identified as 55-year-old Robert Helseth was trapped inside the engulf
  
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• School Leaders Say Move to Distance Learning Highlights Digital Divide

  25-04-2020 01:30
  
  TEMPE – The scramble to deliver lessons remotely because of COVID-19 has been a challenge for all schools in the state, but a particularly difficult one for districts on the wrong side of the digital divide, school leaders said this week.While some districts have had a relatively smooth transition, others have found themselves forced to provide everything from wireless access to laptops for families – and sometimes teachers – who might not otherwise be able to participate.&ldq
  
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• COVID-19 emergency funds to be distributed to eligible PCC students

  25-04-2020 01:18
  
  TUCSON - Emergency funds will soon be distributed to Pima Community College students after the school announced Friday that it recently received $9.9 million from the federal Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security.According to PCC officials, students who completed the Free Application for Federal Student Aid and were deemed eligible will receive between $400 and $1,000.The amount of dollars received will be based on how many credit hours the student is taking.Tucson, AZ -- Eligible
  
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• The Latest: Florida to allow pharmacists to administer tests

  25-04-2020 01:14
  
  The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness or death.
  TOP OF THE HOUR:
  —Britain reports nearly 20,000 deaths from virus.
  — Trump says disinfectant comments were sarcasm.
  — Navy recommends reinstatement of fired carrier captain.
  —France won’t reopen its restaurants, bars and cafes before June.__
  
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• Border wall construction continues despite outcry from critics

  25-04-2020 01:07
  
  PHOENIX (AP) — The federal government is proceeding with plans for a border wall even as communities where construction is ongoing protest the presence of workers, according to court documents.In the Yuma, Arizona, area, the government modified a contract on March 24 to add 1.5 miles (2.4 kilometers) of a 30-foot (9 meter) border wall with angled tops and an anti-climb plate to the cost of $55.8 million. That's according to documents the Sierra Club obtained this week in one of two lawsuit
  
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• Asian Americans arm themselves with guns, GoPros with hopes of deterring racist attacks

  25-04-2020 01:00
  
  WASHINGTON DC (AP) - The coronavirus first seen in China is now ravaging the U.S., and Asian Americans are continuing to wrestle with a second epidemic: hate.Hundreds of attacks on Asian people have been reported, with few signs of decline. Rather than feel helpless, many are turning to a range of tactics, from guns to GoPros.Others are training in deflection instead. Many Asian Americans say they want to safely confront racist bullying and harassment. Grassroots groups are holding videoconferen
  
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• Banner Health expands convalescent ‘antibody’ plasma donation program to help treat COVID-19 patients

  25-04-2020 00:54
  
  TUCSON - Banner Health announced Friday that it will be adding donation coordinators to its facilities across Arizona and Colorado to help collect the needed "convalescent plasma" to help treat its COVID-19 patients.According to Banner Health officials, health professionals across the United States have been testing using the convalescent plasma of recovered COVID-19 patients to help treat those who are critically ill due to the deadly virus. Officials said this plasma "could have immune-boostin
  
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• Congressman Raul Grijalva: Halt Border Wall Construction During COVID-19

  25-04-2020 00:45
  
  Today Congressman Raúl Grijalva joined with a number of border groups to call for a suspension on construction of the border wall during the COVID-19 pandemic. In a press conference call, they said the construction only puts vulnerable communities further at risk and all federal resources should be aimed at fighting the pandemic.While President Trump recently announced he would suspend immigration into the United States for 60 days in order to slow the spread of the virus, the coalition w
  
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• A strong Atlantic hurricane season and its effects on Southern Arizona

  25-04-2020 00:36
  
  TUCSON -Many experts around the country are projecting an active hurricane season similar to what we've seen the past few years.Xubin Zeng and Kyle Davis specialize in hurricane forecasting at the University of Arizona and this year, they put together an early forecast to highlight that this could be an active year.Davis said, "April forecast we just like we're just looking at the sea surface temperatures and we're looking at the forecast strength of El Nino and La Nina."Sea surface temperatures
  
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• Wildfire burning 842 acres near Superior 75 percent contained

  25-04-2020 00:25
  
  TUCSON - The wildfire that ignited near Superior, Ariz. on Tuesday is now 75 percent contained, according to U.S. Forest Service.According to officials, firefighters are currently working on completing containment lines and extinguishing hot spots in connection to the Whitlow Fire, which ignited near Hewitt Station north of Highway 60 Tuesday.
  WILDFIRE ALERT: The Whitlow Fire is burning in the Hewitt Station area north of Hwy 60.The fire is reported at...Posted by U.S. Forest Service-Tonto Natio
  
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• The Latest: French hotel executive says rough year ahead

  25-04-2020 00:18
  
  The Latest on the coronavirus pandemic. The new coronavirus causes mild or moderate symptoms for most people. For some, especially older adults and people with existing health problems, it can cause more severe illness or death.
  TOP OF THE HOUR:
  —Britain reports nearly 20,000 deaths from virus.
  — Trump says disinfectant comments were sarcasm.
  — Navy recommends reinstatement of fired carrier captain.
  —France won’t reopen its restaurants, bars and cafes before June.__
  
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• SBA To Resume Accepting PPP Loan Applications On Monday

  25-04-2020 00:04
  
  The Small Business Administration will begin accepting Paycheck Protection Program loans next week after President Donald Trump signed a $480 billion relief package into law on Friday, according to a joint statement released by the SBA and the U.S. Department of the Treasury. “The Small Business Administration will resume accepting PPP loan applications on Monday, April 27 at 10:30 AM EDT from approved lenders on behalf of any eligible borrower," according to the statement.…
  
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