Fauci awarded $1M prize from Israeli foundation for ‘defending science in the face of uninformed criticism’

Dr. Anthony Fauci, director of the National Institute of Allergy and Infectious Diseases and President Joe Biden’s chief medical adviser, was awarded $1 million by the Dan David Foundation for “defending science in the face of uninformed criticism” during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Saliva-based COVID-19 tests being offered in Scottsdale

A saliva-based COVID-19 test is being offered in Scottsdale near McDowell and Scottsdale roads. The site will be able to provide 500 tests a day and up to 2,500 a week.

COVID-19 vaccine becoming more accessible in Arizona pharmacies

More people are about to get vaccinated against the coronavirus in Arizona as people 65 years and older can now get the vaccine and doses are being delivered to pharmacies, expanding accessibility.

Lumber supply shortage in Arizona, US continues as demand remains

The demand for lumber remains high as the actual amount of lumber is low in Arizona and the US. The pandemic has impacted the industry tremendously, as well as weather and shipping delays.

Arizona receives C grade for vaccination efforts from Harvard researchers

Harvard University researchers gave Arizona a C grade for how it's efficiently inoculating all eligible people with COVID-19 vaccine doses.

UArizona study: More young adults turning to booze during pandemic
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According to a new study by researchers at the University of Arizona, there has been a sharp increase in alcohol dependence in between April and November 2020, as the nation was ravaged by the still-ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. FOX 10's Christina Carilla spoke with Professor William 'Scott' Kilgore, a professor with UArizona, on the sobering statistic.

Mass vaccination sites in Oakland, LA set to open as others forced to close

The two newest openings in Oakland and LA are part of President Biden's promise to open 100 mass vaccination sites in his first 100 days in office and they are federally funded, meaning they will have a federal vaccine supply. The aim is to vaccinate 6,000 people a day at these sites. 

YMCA offering free rides for seniors to get COVID-19 vaccines
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The YMCA is teaming up with Uber and the Arizona Department of Health Services to provide free transportation to seniors who qualify for the COVID-19 vaccine. To schedule a ride, call 602-212-6088 or email opas@vosymca.org.

Arizona doctor explains why COVID-19 cases are trending downward

Cases in Arizona and the country and trending downward and a Valley doctor says it's not because of the vaccine, but because a big part of the population has gotten the virus and fewer people are walking around spreading it.

Kroger plans to offer 15-minute COVID-19 tests to customers nationwide

Kroger announced plans to offer a completely at-home, COVID-19 test with results in 15 minutes to its customers nationwide, pending the test’s emergency approval from the FDA.

90-year-old Seattle woman walks 6 miles in the snow to get coronavirus vaccine

A 90-year-old Seattle woman walked six miles in the snow over the weekend to make sure she was on time for her coveted Covid-19 vaccination appointment.

Popular Valley food festival pivots to offer meals at home amid pandemic
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Because of the coronavirus pandemic, Devour at Home is replacing the annual Devour Culinary Classic food festival at the Desert Botanical Garden. Each at-home meal includes enough food for a party of four, including Devour signature wine glasses, warming instructions, chef bios, a Devour at Home placemat, and a commemorative thermal tote. More information at https://www.devourphoenix.com/citizen-public-house.

South African COVID-19 variant found in NYC hospital patient

A patient in a New York City hospital has tested positive for the South African variant of the coronavirus.

Biden extends mortgage relief, ban on home foreclosures through June 2021

Certain mortgage protections that were put in place amid the pandemic, and were set to expire next month, have been extended through June.

Paradise Valley Unified School District returns to in-person learning

Officials with the Paradise Valley Unified School District say in-person learning will resume in February, but online learning options will not be discontinued.

Mardi Gras 2021: Bars closed, Bourbon Street barricaded amid COVID-19 pandemic

Parades and parties on Mardi Gras (Fat Tuesday) and the days leading up to the annual pre-Lenten bash were canceled and bars were ordered closed this year due to the coronavirus pandemic.

Navajo Nation receiving truckloads of donated firewood for warmth

Firewood may not be a necessity in most homes, but in the Navajo Nation, it's much needed, especially during the COVID-19 pandemic when everyone is home during snow storms.

MLB players beginning to report to Arizona spring training facilities

MLB pitchers and catchers are beginning to report to Arizona spring training facilities ahead of a baseball season that's going to look much different due to the COVID-19 pandemic.