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.

Valley of the Sun YMCA offering free rides for Phoenix seniors to get to vaccination site

Officials with the Valley of the Sun YMCA say thanks to a generous donation, they are now able to help seniors get to a vaccination site to get vaccinated against COVID-19.

New Zealand finds no new COVID-19 cases after largest city goes on lockdown for 1st time in 6 months

As people in Auckland adjust to a new lockdown, health officials say they’ve found no evidence the coronavirus has spread further in the community, raising hopes the restrictions might be short-lived.

Stimulus benefits and your 2020 taxes: What to know

Tax season is right around the corner and many filers may have some different questions about their returns on the heels of an unprecedented year.

Phoenix doctor shares tips on how to cope with wait for COVID-19 vaccine
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While some 53 million people across the country have already received at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine, that's just a small fraction of the population, and that could be taking a toll on those who are waiting for their turn to get vaccinated. FOX 10's Christina Carilla spoke with Dr. Kasey Nichols for some tips to cope with the anxiety and stress that comes with such a wait.

Maricopa County expands COVID-19 vaccine eligibility to adults 65 and older

Maricopa County officials said the decision is in alignment with the federal pharmacy vaccine program, which will bring the vaccine to 182 pharmacies in Maricopa County.

Arizona reports 1,338 new coronavirus cases as state nears 800K

The state did not report any new deaths Monday, but the fatality numbers tend to be light on Mondays following a weekend lag.

Sonoma County sheriff has not issued COVID citations: report

The Santa Rosa Press Democrat reports the sheriff's office has not issued even one citation since the summer. 

Good Door launches in Gilbert, Chandler
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One thing that's been so important during the pandemic is getting your hands on essential items, like toilet paper, hand sanitizer and other cleaning products. With stores running short on supplies, it can be a challenge, but a new organization is hoping to fill that need. More information at gooddoor.com.

Researchers identify 7 US-based coronavirus variants

It's news no one wants to hear, but researchers say they've found at least seven new coronavirus variants - all of them based right here in the United States.