China kills 3 pet cats that tested positive for COVID-19

Authorities in a Chinese city killed three pet cats after testing positive for COVID-19, despite an online appeal by the owner, local media reported.

Days after Ariz. woman was found dead inside home, crews are dealing with subsequent rat infestation problem

On Sept. 23, a hoarding situation was discovered at a home in Peoria, and in the aftermath of the discovery, people living in the area are now dealing with a big rat problem. Meanwhile, crews are working to round up the rats.

Some districts renew mask policy following court ruling that could have major impact on Arizona politics

After an Arizona judge ruled the state's ban on school mask mandates as unconstitutional, some school districts are renewing their mask use policies. Meanwhile, experts say the judge's ruling could affect the way business is conducted at the Arizona State Capitol.

COVID-19-related assaults on hospital staff prompt panic buttons

Nurses and hundreds of other staff members will soon begin wearing panic buttons at a Missouri hospital where assaults on workers tripled after the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic.

Nearly 200M US adults have at least 1 COVID-19 vaccine dose, White House says

Members of the White House COVID-⁠19 Response Team said on Tuesday that nearly 200 million U.S. adults are on track to have received at least one COVID-19 vaccine dose.

Pfizer COVID-19 vaccine for children likely won't be available until November

It is possible that, depending on how quickly the FDA offers approval, the shots could become available earlier in November, according to one official.

Arizona judge rules school mask mandate ban unconstitutional

An Arizona judge has struck down a ban on face mask mandates in schools, days before it was set to take effect.

Arizona says data problem reduced report of additional COVID-19 cases

Because of the problem, which has been fixed, figures released Wednesday and Thursday will be higher than otherwise would be the case, the Department of Health Services said.

Courage Under Cancer Foundation holds fashion show
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The Courage Under Cancer Foundation is holding a fashion show on Oct. 3 at Robert Horne Ford in Apache Junction to raise money for cancer patients. FOX 10's Ty Brennan has the story.

How Maricopa County Environmental Services monitors, treats Valley mosquito problem
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We've had more rain this summer than in recent years and more rain means more mosquitoes. There have already been seven West Nile deaths in Maricopa County this year, and FOX 10's Ty Brennan looks to see how county officials are monitoring and treating the mosquito problem.

Federal judge requires vaccines for California prison staff

A federal judge ordered that all employees entering California prisons be vaccinated or have a religious or medical exemption. The prison guard’s union said it may appeal the mandate.

Pfizer submits data to FDA on COVID-19 vaccine in kids ages 5 to 11

Pfizer-BioNTech has submitted data to the FDA from the Phase 2/3 trial of its COVID-19 vaccine in children ages 5 to 11.

Hospitals, nursing homes brace for staff shortages as state COVID-19 vaccine deadlines loom

Hospitals and nursing homes around the country are bracing for worsening staff shortages as state deadlines arrive for health care workers to get vaccinated against COVID-19.

What you need to know about COVID-19 booster shots amid questions over mixing vaccines

While only Pfizer/BioNTech's COVID-19 booster shots have received emergency use authorization, and federal officials are not recommending the mixing of shots, there are still questions over whether mixing vaccine shots could be beneficial. Here's what you need to know.

US males lost 2.2 years of life on average to COVID-19, study says

American males experienced the largest losses in life expectancy in 2020 due to the high mortality rate of COVID-19, according to a study published by Oxford University on Monday.

CDC: Child infected by deadly brain-eating amoeba at Arlington splash pad

A brain-eating amoeba killed a child in Tarrant County, and investigators say it was likely contracted at one of Arlington's splash pads.

Sexual assault could lead to brain disorders, study suggests

Researchers followed dozens of women who suffered trauma such as sexual assault and found they could be at risk for stroke, dementia and other brain disorders.

Arizona reports 1,959 new COVID-19 cases, but no deaths

The state Department of Health Services released its latest figures Monday, bringing Arizona’s pandemic totals to 1,086,328 cases and 19,812 fatalities.