Surging flu cases in Maricopa County have health officials asking the public to take precautions

Even though flu season started later than usual in Maricopa County, the number of cases has increased dramatically compared to a year ago. More than 17,000 people have been infected with the flu this season in the county. This is a 42% increase from this time last year and more than 100% higher than the […]
Arizona Hunters and Falconers Urged to Take Precautions Amid Bird Flu

Avian influenza, commonly known as avian influenza, is raging in Arizona, and state officials are urging local hunters and falconers to take stricter safety precautions when working in feather quarries. Ann Justice Allen, state wildlife veterinarian for Arizona Game and Fish, said she is treating poultry in Maricopa and Pima counties, as well as wild […]
Pima County to implement new financial precautions in response to Santa Cruz County treasurer scandal | News

TUCSON, Ariz. (KVOA) – Santa Cruz County's ongoing former treasurer scandal is impacting Pima County government's plans to protect taxpayer funds. On Monday, Pima County Administrator Jan Lescher sent a memo to the Board of Supervisors informing them of efforts to better protect taxpayer money. Lesher said he has consulted with the county finance director […]