Diaper banks struggle to meet demand amid COVID-19 pandemic

People don't often talk about the demand for diapers, or the cost of buying them, but people with diaper banks in Arizona say they are seeing high demand for their services, as families feel the financial impact of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

Scientist with son who suffers from chronic fatigue syndrome hopes research can help COVID-19 patients

Ron Davis, a Stanford University professor recognized for his work in genetics and biochemistry, changed his field of study when his son fell seriously ill with a chronic fatigue syndrome that has been reported in COVID-19 patients.

Top state health official: Herd immunity possible in WI by July

There will be enough coronavirus vaccine in Wisconsin by the end of June to immunize 80% of those age 16 and over in the state.

Maricopa County begins providing vaccinations to inmates

Arizona's most populous county began providing COVID-19 vaccinations to willing jail inmates who are 55 or over, the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office announced.

FEMA to reimburse families for COVID-19-related funeral expenses

Starting in April, FEMA said it will begin reimbursing funeral costs for many who have lost loved ones to COVID-19. Here are the eligibility requirements.

Arizona bill would shield businesses from COVID-19 lawsuits

SB1377, which has already passed the Senate, would raise the bar for successful pandemic-related lawsuits against businesses.

EU to propose COVID-19 vaccine passport to allow free travel by summer

The European Union’s executive body has presented a proposal that would allow EU residents to travel freely across the 27-nation bloc by the summer as long as they have been vaccinated, tested negative for COVID-19 or recovered from the disease. SAMUEL PETREQUIN Associated Press

Phoenix doctor urges people to get whichever COVID-19 vaccine is offered to them

While some may have concerns over some COVID-19 vaccines having a higher effectiveness percentage, a Valley doctor says people should get whichever vaccine is available to them.

IRS will delay tax filing deadline until May 17

The IRS began sending out a new round of $1,400 checks to qualifying households over the weekend, in the midst of the current, truncated tax season that opened on Feb. 12.

Arizona reports 5 days with fewer than 1K coronavirus cases

Arizona’s pandemic totals now stand at 834,323 cases and 16,586 deaths, according to the state’s coronavirus dashboard.

Vaccinating children against COVID-19 will be crucial to ending pandemic, experts say

America’s children make up about a quarter of the population and will need to also be immunized to reach the necessary level of “herd immunity” against the coronavirus, experts say.

Disneyland, Disney California Adventure to reopen on April 30

After a yearlong closure, Disneyland Resort and Disney California Adventure Park will reopen to the public on April 30 with limited capacity, park officials announced Wednesday. 

FAA extending zero-tolerance policy amid COVID-19 pandemic for unruly passengers

The FAA has slapped hefty fines on two separate passengers in recent weeks, and announced it will be extending its zero-tolerance policy for unruly passengers for as long as the CDC and TSA’s mask mandate is in effect.

90% of California can dine indoors, go to movies, hit a gym

San Mateo County also became the first county in the San Francisco Bay Area allowing businesses there to open even more, including indoor bowling alleys and outdoor bars that do not serve meals. Businesses can reopen Wednesday, one year to the day after San Francisco Bay Area health officers implemented a regional stay-at-home order, the first in the U.S.