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• Arizona House to continue work after Senate votes to adjourn

  08-05-2020 23:54
  
  PHOENIX (AP) — The Arizona Senate returned to work Friday and voted to adjourn for the year, but House Republican leaders refused to follow suit, throwing the Legislature into limbo.Republican Senate President Karen Fann faced opposition from some in her own party who wanted to return to regular work that was suspended in March because of the coronavirus pandemic. But the Senate voted overwhelmingly to shut down.GOP House Speaker Rusty Bowers late Thursday said he would not follow Fann&rsq
  
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• Officials: Rattlesnake bites cases on the rise in Arizona

  08-05-2020 23:46
  
  PHOENIX (AP) — More people in in Arizona are being bit rattlesnakes as the weather heats up, and researchers are warning not just hikers but anyone who spends time outdoors to be on the lookout.According to the Arizona Poison and Drug Information Center in Tucson and the Banner Poison and Drug Information Center in Phoenix, there have been 56 rattlesnake bites this year.Most of those happened in April alone, which saw a huge spike in bites from the previous month.The Arizona Poison and Dru
  
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• The Latest: US objects to UN resolution amid China dispute

  08-05-2020 23:31
  
  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:
  — U.S.-China dispute disrupts U.N. resolution on pandemic.
  — COVID-19 deaths spike in Ohio nursing homes.
  — Miss America pageant canceled, will resume next year.
  — New York governor warns about potentially fatal condition in child
  
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• World War II vet celebrates victory over COVID-19

  08-05-2020 23:30
  
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  (KSHB/NBC News) For 99-year-old Max Deweese, fighting off COVID-19 was just another battle won.Deweese said he doesn't know how he contracted COVID-19, but when he started having symptoms he went to St. Luke’s South Hospital in Lee’s Summit, Kansas.Later, Deweese was admitted to Ignite Medical Resorts in Kansas City, Kansas on April 15.After getting the green light, the World War II veteran was released from Ignite Thursday with a big celebration full of applause an
  
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• Seanloui Live on New Local Streaming Series 'No Audience Needed'

  08-05-2020 23:30
  
  Looking for something to do tonight while stuck inside? Turn down the lights and get the cognac ready tonight because Tucson's favorite neo-soul singer, Seanloui, isn't letting the pandemic stop him from live-streaming his baby-making music live for our viewing pleasure.…
  
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• “A Mountain” in Tucson painted blue to honor healthcare workers

  08-05-2020 23:29
  
  TUCSON - Tucson Sentinel Peak Park also known as A mountain was painted blue this morning to honor local healthcare workers.A mountain has been a symbol in Tucson for many years and it is rarely ever painted anything other than white.Painting it to honor health care workers though was an easy decision for the mayor, city council and the district.Julia Strange is the VP of Community Benefit at TMC and she said, "We ask the community to join with us in the celebrating the nurses the respiratory th
  
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• Check on your stimulus check with the IRS

  08-05-2020 23:00
  
  Trying to track down your stimulus check from the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security Act? Look no further than the Internal Revenue Service’s “Get My Payment” program.…
  
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• 2020 Gerber baby is first adopted baby chosen for campaign

  08-05-2020 22:58
  
  Take a look at this doll!You're looking at this year's winner of Gerber's photo search.Her name is Magnolia Earl and she is making history as the campaign's first ever baby that was adopted.Magnolia is from California. She was picked to be the Gerber baby out of more than 325,000 contestants.Her favorite foods are Gerber sweet potato purees and Teether Wheels.She turns one Saturday!Magnolia's family won a cash price of $25,000 among other prizes.
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• Teacher Excellence Awards Announced by Tucson Values Teachers

  08-05-2020 22:45
  
  For their dedication to students and hardworking attitudes, several local teachers were recently honored by Tucson Values Teachers with the Teacher Excellence Award.As previously reported by Tucson Local Media, The Teacher Excellence Awards are delivered each month after colleagues, students, and parents nominate an outstanding educator.…
  
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• Let Us Know If You Are Reopening Your Restaurant Next Week

  08-05-2020 22:25
  
  If you're a restaurant owner who plans to reopen your establishment for dine-in service next week, let us know.…
  
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• Commentary: Sen. Martha McSally Should Oppose Global Gag Rule

  08-05-2020 22:00
  
  Leigh Moyer is an organizer with the #Fight4HER. The Tucson Weekly welcomes guest commentaries.…
  
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• Grab-and-go: Pick up a free bag of groceries Tuesday

  08-05-2020 21:47
  
  When times get tough, the Tucson Business Community rises to help.
  If you’re hungry and need food, our fine community partners
  are offering a free bag of groceries this Tuesday from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at Cactus Auto, 1602 W. Prince Rd. 
  Stop by, pick up a bag, stay safe and healthy. 
  The post Grab-and-go: Pick up a free bag of groceries Tuesday appeared first on KVOA.
  
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• The Latest: Miss America pageant canceled due to pandemic

  08-05-2020 21:46
  
  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:
  — Miss America pageant canceled, will resume next year.
  — Half of Spain’s population to see restrictions eased.
  — New York governor warns about potentially fatal condition in children.
  — No immiment lockdown restrictions in
  
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• Desert Museum Renews Association of Zoos and Aquariums Accreditation

  08-05-2020 21:30
  
  The Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum received a strong vote of confidence this week when it was granted accreditation by the Association of Zoos and Aquariums independent accreditation commission. The association is a nonprofit organization “dedicated to the advancement of zoos and aquariums in the areas of conservation, animal welfare, education, science and recreation” and acts as the accrediting body for zoos and aquariums in the United States and 11 other countries.The Arizona-Sonora
  
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• Woman arrested for 1st-degree murder, robbery in connection midtown homicide

  08-05-2020 21:24
  
  Tucson Police DepartmentJessica Siegfried
  TUCSON - A woman was taken into custody Thursday in connection to the murder of Angel Essono, who was found dead Tuesday at a midtown apartment complex.On Tuesday, Tucson Police Department found a deceased Essono with obvious signs of trauma after the officers conducted a welfare check at the 34-year-old's apartment, located at 3003 N. Alvernon Way.After further investigation, TPD identified 36-year-old Jessica Siegfried as a potential suspect.
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• VIRUS DIARY: Searching for sanity in tiny moments of joy

  08-05-2020 21:17
  
  CHICAGO (AP) — We meet for a memorial service by video conference because that’s how it must be done these days. It feels strange, but there also is comfort as I scan the faces of the many colleagues who’ve come to celebrate the life of an editor and friend who succumbed to the coronavirus. Among other things, his brother tells us about a magazine Nick created when they were kids. He called it “Ha Ha.”
  I imagine Nick’s wry smile. Sometimes, amid unspeakable so
  
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• More than 20M jobs lost in April across US

  08-05-2020 21:09
  
  (NBC News)  The U.S. Labor Department announced Friday 20.5 million jobs were lost in April, ten times the previous record.The nation's unemployment rate now stands at 14.7 percent, tripling in one month and wiping out every job created since the great recession of 2008.Congress has yet to take up a second economic stimulus bill, with members still scattered across the country. Many Republicans say they're worried about spending more.
   
  "We've got to understand somebody's going to
  
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• FC Tucson, American Red Cross Partnering for Blood Drive

  08-05-2020 21:00
  
  Are you an FC Tucson fan? Do you want to give blood and potentially save a life?…
  
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• The Latest: Half of Spaniards to see restrictions eased

  08-05-2020 20:56
  
  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:
  — Half of Spain’s population to see restrictions eased.
  — New York governor warns about potentially fatal condition in children.
  — No immiment lockdown restrictions in hard-hit Britain.
  — WHO says it has $1.3 billion funding
  
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• The Latest: NY governor warns about rare condition in kids

  08-05-2020 20:34
  
  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:
  — New York governor warns about potentially fatal condition in children.
  — No immiment lockdown restrictions in hard-hit Britain.
  — WHO says it has $1.3 billion funding shortfall for COVID-19 efforts.
  — Spain’s army expects
  
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• Arts Organization Brightens Lives of People in Nursing Homes, Hospitals with Creative Care Packages

  08-05-2020 20:30
  
  When assisted living facilities, memory care homes and hospitals began limiting visits and shutting their doors to the public amid the outbreak of COVID-19, the creative minds at the Southern Arizona Arts and Cultural Alliance knew there was a need to fill.Not only would friends and family no longer be able to visit, but SAACA could no longer supply its programming.…
  
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• Arizona Trail Association Sends Out Public S.O.S To Help Stop Border Wall Construction Near Southern Trailhead

  08-05-2020 20:00
  
  The Arizona Trail Association is hoping the community will voice concern to help to stop construction of the border barriers near its southern trailhead through the Huachuca Mountains in Cochise County. And fast: The deadline is May 15.…
  
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• The Latest: WHO official pushes back on virus myths

  08-05-2020 19:36
  
  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:
  — No immiment lockdown restrictions in hard-hit Britain.
  — WHO says it has $1.3 billion funding shortfall for COVID-19 efforts.
  — Italy’s coronavirus death count tops 30,000.
  — Spain’s army expects 2 more outbreaks of
  
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• CCHCI to hold COVID-19 testing blitz for Cochise County

  08-05-2020 19:15
  
  Chiricahua Community Health Center will be holding a county-wide drive-thru testing blitz Saturday in Sierra Vista.The testing will run from 6 a.m. to noon at the Oscar Yrun Community Center parking lot, 3020 E. Tacoma Street.
  Those who want to be tested are asked to pre-register before Saturday. To pre-register call 520.515.8648. Registrations will be accepted until 5 p.m. Friday.
  During pre-registration, you will be asked to provide an email address. Chiricahua will then send further informati
  
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• The Latest: No imminent lockdown restrictions in hard-hit UK

  08-05-2020 19:11
  
  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:
  — No immiment lockdown restrictions in hard-hit Britain.
  — WHO says it has $1.3 billion funding shortfall for COVID-19 efforts.
  — Italy’s coronavirus death count tops 30,000.
  — Spain’s army expects 2 more outbreaks of
  
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• TRAFFIC: Gas leak reported in Green Valley

  08-05-2020 19:00
  
  Green Valley Fire DistrictEmergency crews dispatched to gas leak in Green Valley on Friday, May 8, 2020.
  Emergency crews are working a gas leak in Green Valley Friday morning.
  Green Valley Fire District units were dispatched to the 500 block of Paseo Lazo.
  Motorists are urged to avoid the area.
  No further details have been released.The post TRAFFIC: Gas leak reported in Green Valley appeared first on KVOA.
  
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• Free Online Summit on Mental Health Opens Registration

  08-05-2020 19:00
  
  May is Mental Health Awareness Month. While there are plenty of resources online in times of need, sometimes it helps to hear a professional explain what to do.This month one of the things you can attend is The Resilience Summit, which is free and online for anyone who might like to hear from the experts.…
  
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• Green Valley Fire warns residents to be wary of snakes

  08-05-2020 18:55
  
  Green Valley Fire District is warning residents to be wary of snakes.
  The department says they've recently responded to two snake bite incidents.
  On Thursday, a 67-year-old woman was bitten on her left foot by a rattlesnake. She was walking her dog on the front porch of her home in Green Valley.
  On Friday, an 81-year-old man walking near a golf corse in the 2000 block of W. Calle Estio was bitten in his left ankle. He was transported to the hospital.
  GVFS says it responds to an average of20 to 2
  
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• The Latest: WHO says it has $1.3 billion funding shortfall

  08-05-2020 18:50
  
  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 says it has $1.3 billion funding shortfall for COVID-19 efforts.
  — Italy’s coronavirus death count tops 30,000.
  — Spain’s army expects 2 more outbreaks of virus.
  — US approves first at home saliva-based virus tes
  
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• Shops and Salons Can Reopen Today, But Some Biz Owners Remain Cautious About Getting Back to Business

  08-05-2020 18:30
  
  Retail and cosmetology shops are officially allowed to reopen to the public today under Gov. Doug Ducey’s modified stay-at-home order, but many owners around Historic Fourth Avenue are opting to stay closed until COVID case numbers decrease in Pima County. Under the state’s new reopening guidance, retail businesses will need to limit their occupancy based on size, screen employees for COVID symptoms before they start their shift, and close fitting rooms, meeting rooms and any other e
  
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• Arizona sees 581 new COVID-19 cases, deaths now at 517

  08-05-2020 18:26
  
  PHOENIX - Arizona reported 67 additional deaths from COVID-19 on Friday, bringing the statewide total to 517.Confirmed cases climbed to 10, 526, with 581 new cases.
  Arizona Department of Health Services says 119,907 people have been tested. However, about 7.4 percent tested positive. More than 8,800 test results came in between Thursday and Friday.
  Numbers have quickly increased because of the testing blitz that began last Saturday.The data reported includes people who have recove
  
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• The Latest: Spain’s army expects 2 more outbreaks of virus

  08-05-2020 18:17
  
  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:
  — US approves first at home saliva-based virus test.
  — Spain’s army expects 2 more outbreaks of virus.
  — European Union to give millions of masks to healthcare workers.
  — Frances encourages biking to work amid virus outbreak
  
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• Your Southern AZ COVID-19 AM Roundup for Friday, May 8: State's Confirmed Cases Top 10,500; Death Toll Tops 500; Stores and Barbers Reopen Today; US Rep. Grijalva, Others Say It's Too Soon; Modeling Team Back in Biz with the State

  08-05-2020 18:05
  
  The number of confirmed coronavirus cases in Arizona topped 10,000 of Thursday, May 7, according to the morning report from the Arizona Department of Health Services.
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• Congressman Raul Grijalva on Reopening AZ: "If We Make the Wrong Decisions Now, It Will Cost More Lives and Prolong the Economic Misery"

  08-05-2020 17:56
  
  As Gov. Doug Ducey moves forward with plans to allow retail stores, barber shops and salons to reopen today, Congressman Raul Grijalva has issued a statement saying it's too soon:
  …
  
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• Quarantine Gardening: Grow what you like

  08-05-2020 17:55
  
  (NBC News)  Americans love their food, and being home in quarantine for many has sparked an interest in gardening. Experts say now is the perfect time to plant vegetables for a bountiful harvest.Farmer Aaron Keefer says 500 square feet of land can produce about 20-percent of the food a family needs.As for what to grow..."You should grow the things that you like to eat," Keefer says.  "If you don't like tomatoes, don't grow tomatoes - if you like lettuces, grow more lettuces."If yo
  
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• Working from home: The new future

  08-05-2020 17:48
  
  (NBC News)Millions of Americans shifted to working from home due to the COVID-19 pandemic, and that may lead to a permanent shift in remote work.According to the Census Bureau, workers were spending about an hour a day commuting prior to the coronavirus outbreak.  That's 200 hours each year.Now many are spending that extra time saved logged in and on the job.  Recent studies show most workers are actually more productive at home.According to data from NordVPN, homebound employees are l
  
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• Claytoonz: In Like Flynn

  08-05-2020 17:45
  
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• The Latest: US approves at home saliva-based virus test

  08-05-2020 17:40
  
  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:
  — US approves first at home saliva-based virus test.
  — European Union to give millions of masks to healthcare workers.
  — Frances encourages biking to work amid virus outbreak.
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• El Rio to hold additional COVID-19 drive-thru testing

  08-05-2020 17:27
  
  TUCSON - El Rio Health will hold additional drive-thru COVID-19 testing over the next two Saturdays.
  Testing for El Rio patients will take place from 7:00 to noon on May 9 and May 16, at the following locations:El Rio Health Congress Health Center – 839 W. Congress St., 85745El Rio Health El Pueblo Health Center – 101 W. Irvington Rd. Building 10, 85714El Rio Health Southeast Health Center – 6950 E. Golf Links Rd., 85730For more information, visit www.elrio.org.
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• The Latest: Wales extends virus lockdown 3 more weeks

  08-05-2020 17:12
  
  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:
  — European Union to give millions of masks to healthcare workers.
  — Wales extends virus lockdown 3 more weeks.
  — Frances encourages biking to work amid virus outbreak.
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• Georgia promises thorough probe in killing of Ahmaud Arbery

  08-05-2020 16:31
  
  SAVANNAH, Ga. (AP) — Georgia Bureau of Investigation Director Vic Reynolds is acknowledging the outrage over the shooting of a black man that led to murder charges more than two months later against a white father and son.
  But he says “all that matters is what the facts tell us.”
  And Reynolds says that once his agency was brought into the case, his team “came up fairly quickly with the solid belief that there’s sufficient cause to charge them with murder and aggrava
  
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• The Latest: France encourages biking to work amid virus

  08-05-2020 16:18
  
  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:
  — European Union to give millions of masks to healthcare workers
  — Portugal PM laments international fight for medical equipment during outbreak.
  — Chancellor of Austria won’t play the “blame game” about responsibility
  
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• Jobless rate spikes to 14.7%, highest since Great Depression

  08-05-2020 16:13
  
  WASHINGTON (AP) — The U.S. unemployment rate hit 14.7% in April, the highest rate since the Great Depression.20.5 million jobs vanished in the worst monthly loss on record.
  The figures are stark evidence of the damage the coronavirus has done to a now-shattered economy.
  The losses reflect what has become a severe recession caused by sudden business shutdowns in nearly every industry.
  Almost all the job growth achieved during the 11-year recovery from the Great Recession has now been lost i
  
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• Tucson EMT fighting COVID-19 as volunteer in New York

  08-05-2020 15:05
  
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  NEW YORK - New York has been the epicenter for COVID-19 outbreaks in the United States with thousands of people in that region dying from the virus. One Tucson emergency medical technician (EMT) is voluntarily helping fight COVID-19 in New York.
  Alex De Leon is a paramedic who was born and raised in the Old Pueblo.
  The proud Tucson High School alum is on the East Coast away from his kids and family.
  Alex De Leon rushes on a daily basis to scenes. N
  
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• Tucson EMT fighting COVID-19 as volunteer in New Jersey

  08-05-2020 15:05
  
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  One Tucson emergency medical technician (EMT) is voluntarily helping fight COVID-19 in New Jersey.
  Alex De Leon is a paramedic who was born and raised in the Old Pueblo.
  The proud Tucson High School alum is on the East Coast away from his kids and family.
  "Anyone who thinks COVID-19 is not a serious issue has not seen what we've seen," said De Leon during a Zoom interview. 
  The Tucsonan knew his job could take him to areas with fires, tor
  
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• The Latest: Spain considers regions for rollback of lockdown

  08-05-2020 15:05
  
  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:
  — China, South Korea see new virus cases as world lockdowns ease.
  — Portugal PM laments international fight for medical equipment during outbreak.
  — Chancellor of Austria won’t play the “blame game” about responsibilit
  
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• Unemployment hits 14.7%, highest rate since the Depression, as US shed 20 million jobs in April from viral outbreak

  08-05-2020 14:31
  
  WASHINGTON (AP) — Unemployment hits 14.7%, highest rate since the Depression, as US shed 20 million jobs in April from viral outbreak.The post Unemployment hits 14.7%, highest rate since the Depression, as US shed 20 million jobs in April from viral outbreak appeared first on KVOA.
  
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• “Cooler” with isolated storms this weekend!

  08-05-2020 14:08
  
  TUCSON - Temperatures will be more bearable this afternoon with highs in the upper 90s! We also have a chance for isolated storms this afternoon mainly to the south and east of Tucson with some more action expected this weekend!Today: Partly cloudy, not as hot (10%). High: 98°Tonight: Partly cloudy, stray shower possible (20%). Low: 66°Tomorrow: Isolated thunderstorms, otherwise partly cloudy (20%). High: 96°Partly cloudy and "cooler" today with hig
  
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• The Latest: EU gives millions of masks to healthcare workers

  08-05-2020 13:57
  
  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:
  — China, South Korea see new virus cases as world lockdowns ease.
  — Portugal PM laments international fight for medical equipment during outbreak.
  — Chancellor of Austria won’t play the “blame game” about responsibilit
  
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• The Latest: Portugal PM laments ‘brutal’ fight for equipment

  08-05-2020 12:41
  
  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:
  — China, South Korea see new virus cases as world lockdowns ease.
  — Portugal’s prime minister laments “brutal” international fight for medical equipment during virus outbreak.
  — Chancellor of Austria says he won’
  
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