Arizona’s prison population declines by 11% during pandemic

In the four years before the pandemic, Arizona’s prison population hovered around 42,000. It started dropping in March and stood at 37,224 this week.

Many in Scottsdale not letting COVID-19 get in the way of celebrating Valentine's Day

The COVID-19 pandemic isn't going to stop loved ones from spending some time out on the town to celebrate Valentine's Day. They're enjoying time together in public while staying socially distant and wearing face masks.

Domestic violence hotline calls remain steady in pandemic, but are more 'intense'

An increased number of calls into domestic violence hotlines are more "intense" during the COVID-19 pandemic, says the director of Domestic and Sexual Violence at A New Leaf.

Arizona reports 1,791 additional COVID-19 cases, 114 deaths

The 1,791 cases and 114 deaths reported by the Arizona Department of Health Services increased the state’s pandemic totals to 795,323 cases and 14,948 deaths.

Spas typically busy during Valentine's Day feeling COVID-19 impact

Valentine's Day weekend is one of the busiest weekends of the year for local salons and spas. But they're taking a bit of a hit this year because of the pandemic.

Coconino County COVID-19 vaccine distribution works to not waste any doses

The call down list usually utilized by the end of the day. The reason they may have those extra vaccines available is because of what they are calling appointment hoarding.

4 potential COVID-19 therapeutics advance in trials

Enrollment has begun to test additional investigational drugs to fight COVID-19 symptoms, the National Institutes of Health (NIH) announced Friday.

Several Arizona Holocaust survivors receive COVID-19 vaccine doses

Arizona's health department has helped nearly 40 holocaust survivors from across the state register for vaccine appointments, making sure the community's most at risk community continues to become protected.

CDC revises school reopening guidance, recommends phases depending on community spread

As many schools are now moving students back into the classroom, the CDC is issuing guidance on how to safely proceed. FOX 10's Irene Snyder has the details on guidelines that will be more difficult to organize and enforce in Arizona.

CVS begins offering COVID-19 vaccines in 11 states including California

The nation's largest chain of retail pharmacies began vaccinating people in 11 states, including California. Local appointments at CVS stores were snapped up in just one day.

Disney may relocate some operations from California to Florida

The chief financial officer of Florida said he wants Disney to be able to build more of its operations in the Sunshine State

CDC says strong evidence in-person schooling can be done safely

The CDC on Friday provided a roadmap for reopening schools in the middle of a pandemic, emphasizing mask wearing and social distancing and saying vaccination of teachers is important but not a prerequisite for reopening.

Mom donates 8,000 ounces of breast milk during coronavirus pandemic

Katy Bannerman, a mom of two in North Carolina, donated more than 8,000 ounces of breast milk to help other moms who may be struggling with their supply or facing other breastfeeding issues.

Arizona reports 2,426 additional COVID-19 cases, 172 deaths

The additional 2,426 cases and 172 deaths reported by the Department of Health Services increased the state’s pandemic totals to 793,532 cases and 14,834 deaths.

South Korea offers free COVID-19 tests for pet cats and dogs

South Korea’s capital says it will give free coronavirus tests to pet dogs and cats if they come into contact with infected humans and show symptoms.

Survey: Nearly 40% of Americans will skip Valentine's Day to save money
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According to a LendingTree survey, nearly 40% of Americans will skip Valentine's Day this year in order to save money. More information at https://www.lendingtree.com/credit-cards/study/valentines-day-survey/.