Tucson, we have a problem.
The novel coronavirus is widespread and our local hospitals are overrun with patients. We are experiencing the worst stage of the pandemic as we break the records set during the summer.
It s so bad that local health officials are asking us to cancel big holiday parties for Christmas, New Year s Eve and whatever else you might be celebrating as 2020 comes to an end. Staff reporter Nicole Ludden explains what s going on and fills you in on the arrival of the first doses of the vaccine in this week s edition.
Please remain home as much as possible, wear a mask when you go out among other people and stay safe.