Coronavirus researcher on verge of 'significant findings' killed in murder-suicide: reports

The biology department at the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine is in mourning after the shooting death of a scientist who it says was studying the biological makeup of the coronavirus and was on the “verge of making very significant findings toward understanding” the disease.

US infection rate rising outside New York metropolitan area as states open up

Take the New York metropolitan area’s progress against the coronavirus out of the equation and the numbers show the rest of the U.S. is moving in the wrong direction, with the known infection rate rising even as states move to lift their lockdowns, an Associated Press analysis found Tuesday.

Sedona hotel owner talks impact of COVID-19 on the hospitality industry

It's no secret COVID-19 has affected small businesses tremendously, but how is it affecting the hospitality industry with not many people traveling right now?

Close to 20,000 teens have gotten their drivers license without taking a road test

Around 20,000 newly licensed drivers are on Georgia roads without ever having to take a road test. In the midst of the coronavirus pandemic, the road test was suspended for teens and adults who have met all other requirements.

Valley man creates nationwide virtual 5K to fight child hunger

When COVID-19 hit the Valley, Derek Zinser was laid off, but even though he's out of work, he's been busy finding ways to give back.

New bill proposes student loan forgiveness for health care workers on front lines of COVID-19 fight

Rep. Carolyn Maloney, D-N.Y., introduced a bill on Tuesday that would forgive all federal and private student loan debt for front line healthcare workers risking their lives to fight the deadly COVID-19 pandemic. 

On Teacher Appreciation Day, Treasures 4 Teachers reopens
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Treasures 4 Teachers in Tempe is reopening Tuesday amid COVID-19. FOX 10's Ty Brennan has the details on how they've changed their business practices and what resources they have for teachers on homeschooling parents.

How Arizona businesses are stepping up in the fight against COVID-19

With the president's visit to Phoenix Tuesday, all eyes were on Honeywell’s facility and how they’ve responded to the pandemic.

White House Coronavirus Task Force could wind down work by early June

The White House has begun discussions about winding down its coronavirus task force, which has already been meeting less frequently, Vice President Mike Pence said. Its members have become fixtures on television sets across the nation, with Americans hungry for information and marooned at home.

Valley doctors testing medication combination in COVID-19 treatment clinical trial

Doctors and genetic researchers in the valley came up with a new treatment that could help COVID-19 patients heal faster and reduce the severity of their symptoms.

Some Valley restaurants getting ready as date is set for resumption of dine-in operations

With Gov. Doug Ducey's announcement on when restaurants in Arizona can resume dine-in operations, some restaurants are making preparations for the day when they can finally greet dine-in customers once again.

President Trump visits Arizona, highlighting PPE production and needs of Native Americans

Making himself Exhibit No. 1, President Donald Trump lifted off on Air Force One to visit a face mask factory in Arizona, demonstrating his determination to see the country move toward normal activity even as the coronavirus remains a threat.

Phoenix's Honeywell PPE production highlighted by presidential visit

The city of Phoenix competed with cities from all over the country to find a facility in time to meet Honeywell’s standards during the fight against COVID-19.

Scientists say COVID-19 mutation more contagious than original strain is increasing at ‘alarming rate’

Researchers at Los Alamos National Laboratory say they have identified 14 new mutations of the novel coronavirus that first originated in Wuhan, China in hopes of creating an early warning system to reveal new strains that may render future vaccines ineffective.

Havasupai Tribe extends tourism closure until further notice

A small northern Arizona reservation known for its blue-green waterfalls will remain closed to tourists until further notice.