LIVE Blog: Coronavirus in Arizona - Latest case numbers
The latest information on coronavirus cases in the state, from the Arizona Department of Health.
7 AM Weather - 7/11/20
An Excessive Heat Warning is underway across parts of southern and central Arizona as the Valley is expected to reach a high near 115°.
AZ Cardinals: Michael Bidwill tests Positive for COVID-19
The owner of the Arizona Cardinals football team has tested positive for COVID-19.
SR 79 closed due to fatal crash involving 3 vehicles near Florence
The Arizona Department of Transportation says State Route 79 is closed in both directions between US 60 and Arizona Farms Road, due to the crash.
Procession held for helicopter pilot killed while battling Polles Fire
A helicopter has crashed while battling the Polles Fire, killing the pilot, according to fire officials.
Noon Weather - 7/10/20
An Excessive Heat Warning is in effect for the Valley as we'll see a high near 111° today
Brush fire on Thunderbird Mountain in Glendale now 85% contained
Glendale fire crews are working to put out a brush fire that sparked on Thunderbird Mountain on July 9.
LIST: Arizona districts announce return to school plans
The governor's order on June 29 delays in-person instruction until at least August 17, but that doesn't mean classes won't start sooner.
Arizona Gov. Ducey limits indoor dining at restaurants to less than 50% capacity amid surge in COVID-19 cases
Governor Doug Ducey is holding a news conference on July 9 at 3 p.m. as Arizona’s death toll from the coronavirus outbreak topped 2,000 and state health officials reported new highs for COVID-19 hospitalizations and use of ventilators.
Who might be eligible for a second stimulus check and for how much money?
Another round of stimulus payments could be distributed to people earning less than $40,000, Senate Majority Leader Mitch McConnell has said.
5AM Weather - 7/10/20
An Excessive Heat Warning is in effect for the Valley that will last through the weekend. We'll see a high near 111° today.
US economy may be stalling out as viral outbreak worsens
Another 1.3 million workers sought unemployment last week, according to the Department of Labor.
Noon Weather - 7/9/20
Hot and sunny today in the Valley with a high near 110°
PD: 2-year-old boy dies after being pulled from Mesa pool
Police say the boy's condition improved en route to the hospital, however, his condition worsened and he later died.
5AM Weather - 7/9/20
Hot and sunny today in the Valley with a high near 110°
Glee actress Naya Rivera missing, may have drowned after boating on California lake
Actress Naya Rivera, known for her role on FOX television series Glee, is reported missing on a lake near Los Angeles.
Phoenix PD releases body cam footage of July 4th officer-involved shooting, suspect identified
Police are investigating following a shooting involving a Phoenix Police officer in Maryvale. The victim is identified as James Porter Garcia, 29.
FBI investigating Phoenix Police Department's July 4th deadly officer-involved shooting
The FBI will conduct an "independent civil rights review" of the Phoenix Police Department's deadly officer-involved shooting of a 29-year-old man on July 4th. The department's chief says she hopes this will show she's making an effort for better transparency.
Some evacuations lifted at Mount Lemmon near Bighorn Fire in Pima County
The Bighorn Fire was caused by lightning that struck the Coronado National Forest on June 5. The dry, hot weather and the steep, rocky topography have been the main challenges in fighting the fire near Tucson.
Phoenix Police Department submits investigation of Dion Johnson shooting to Maricopa County Attorney's Office
The Phoenix Police Department says it has completed its investigation into the trooper-involved shooting that killed Dion Johnson and submitted it to the Maricopa County Attorney's Office.