Maricopa County releases details of essential worker COVID-19 vaccine eligibility

According to a news release from the Maricopa County Department of Public Health, vaccine prioritization will be given to frontline workers "who maintain critical infrastructure and continue critical services and functions."

Education advocates call on legislature to reject bill they say will be harmful to schools

Advocates for education gathered for a protest at the Arizona State Capitol on March 10 over a bill in the Arizona State Senate that they say will hurt schools and educators across Arizona.

House passes $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief bill, Biden expected to sign on Friday

The House passed the $1.9 trillion COVID-19 relief bill, which includes $1,400 stimulus checks for many Americans. The bill now goes to President Joe Biden’s desk to be signed into law in his first major legislative win.

Human-caused Punkin Fire near Tonto Basin burns nearly 400 acres, now 60% contained

The Arizona Department of Forestry and Fire Management said the fire was caused by an "escaped pile burn on private land." Officials have corrected the name of the fire.

Arizona, Montana sue to block DHS rules that would limit ICE arrests

Arizona and Montana are suing to block the Biden administration’s new immigration rules that would dramatically narrow the number of illegal immigrants targeted for arrest and deportation -- arguing the policies would have devastating consequences for their states.

KIA owners should park their cars outside due to fire risk, company says

The South Korean auto company is telling owners they should park their cars outside due to concerns of an engine compartment fire. The Sportage and Cadenza models are being recalled over the issue.

Hickman's Family Farms says egg supply, prices won't be impacted after massive fire

Egg supply and prices won't be impacted by the massive fire at one of Hickman's Family Farms facilities over the weekend. 166,000 egg-laying hens died in the fire and two barns were burned to the ground.

Bath & Body Works customers, employees brawl over line cutting, Scottsdale Police say

The Scottsdale Police Department says Bath & Body Works employees and customers brawled over line cutting on March 6. The parent company of the brand says it's "deeply concerned" over the incident.

Derek Chauvin trial jury selection delayed, court adjourns after day 1

Jury selection begins Monday in the trial of former Minneapolis police officer Derek Chauvin, accused of killing George Floyd. The trial will be streamed at fox9.com/live.

Noon Weather Forecast - 3/8/21
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Mostly sunny skies today in the Valley with a high near 84?

Eastbound US 60 reopens near Higley following 2-car crash

According to the Arizona Department of Public Safety, the freeway was closed on March 8 due to "a non-injury two-vehicle collision."