Researchers note decline in brain function in some COVID-19 survivors

For patients who reported being hospitalized and placed on a ventilator, researchers found in a preliminary study a decline in cognitive performance equivalent to 10 years of aging.

Thieves steal $1 million worth of gloves meant for Florida hospitals

Local and federal authorities are investigating after $1 million worth of gloves -- intended for first responders at Florida hospitals -- were stolen.

Scottsdale strip club shut down for violating COVID-19 safety protocols
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The state health department issued a closure notice to Skin Cabaret near Scottsdale Road and McDowell for failure to enforce social distancing. The club must remain closed until it's granted permission by the department to reopen.

Can I celebrate Halloween during the COVID-19 pandemic?

Health officials say Halloween traditions should look a little different this year to reduce the spread of COVID-19.

Pelosi 'remains optimistic' about COVID-19 relief package before Election Day

Despite failing on Monday to come to an agreement on a coronavirus stimulus package, House Speaker Nancy Pelosi "remains optimistic" that a deal with the White House can be reached before Election Day.

Firefighter suspended for breaking COVID-19 quarantine

A Seminole County firefighter who tested positive for the coronavirus is being disciplined for breaking quarantine.

COVID-19 deaths are rising again in the US ahead of 2020 election

With Election Day just over a week away, average deaths per day across the country are up 10% over the past two weeks, from 721 to nearly 794 as of Sunday, according to data from Johns Hopkins University.

Stocks plunge as COVID-19 cases surge in US

The stock market had its worst day in a month as virus cases surge and help for the economy from Washington remains nowhere in sight.

Americans dying of COVID-19, other causes at higher rates than other countries, study suggests

A recent study released in JAMA revealed that, when compared to other countries with larger populations, the U.S. is seeing higher COVID-19 mortality rates, as well as deaths caused by other ailments, than any other country.

ViralClear halts trial of experimental treatment for hospitalized COVID-19 patients

Citing “an imbalance in survival rates,” ViralClear said it would halt a trial for COVID-19 patients who were given a combination of two experimental drugs in order to treat severe symptoms.

Arizona reports 801 new confirmed coronavirus cases, 1 death

The new figures come a day after the state saw nearly 1,400 cases — its highest reported single-day case total since mid-September.

City of Tempe helping small businesses impacted by COVID-19
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The City of Tempe is helping out small business owners impacted by COVID-19 by handing out free masks, liters of hand sanitizer and $10,000 business grants. More information at www.tempe.gov/businessgrants.

'It's a challenge to maintain our empathy:' Parents struggle with online learning at home

In March 2020, when COVID-19 began closing schools, 57 percent of state parents supported the idea of distance learning, according to a similar poll. That number has dropped 22 points, with only 35 percent of parents rating their child's experience with distance learning as "successful."

1,200 fans watch the Cardinals beat the Seahawks 37-34

For the first time since the pandemic, 1,200 fans were allowed into State Farm Stadium to watch the Cardinals take on the Seahawks on Oct. 25.

Arizona reports 1,392 new confirmed COVID-19 cases

Arizona continues to see a slow yet steady increase in the average number of coronavirus cases reported each day as a decline that lasted through August and September reverses.

Fear and anxiety spike in COVID-19 hot spots across US

About half of U.S. states have seen their highest daily coronavirus infection numbers so far at some point in October, and the country as a whole came very close to back-to-back record daily infection rates on Friday and Saturday.