NFL planning to remove COVID-19 restrictions for vaccinated personnel

The NFL has plans to eliminate some restrictions from its current COVID-19 protocols for vaccinated players, coaches and personnel.

France closes schools, bans domestic travel amid new COVID-19 surge

French President Emmanuel Macron on Wednesday announced a three-week nationwide school closure and a month-long domestic travel ban, as the rapid spread of the virus ramped up pressure on hospitals.

Sarah Palin urges people to wear masks after she, several family members test positive for COVID-19

People magazine reports that former Alaska Gov. Sarah Palin says she tested positive for COVID-19 and is urging people to take steps to guard against the coronavirus, such as wearing masks in public.

ASU researchers: New COVID-19 'variant of interest' discovered in Arizona

Researchers in Arizona are tracking COVID-19 cases with the E484K mutation - a new variant that seems to lower the body's antibody response to the virus.

Reconnect Mind Body in Mesa uses treatments to heal from within

Reconnect Mind Body in Mesa is offering a more natural approach to healing and many are taking the plunge as the pandemic has caused higher levels of stress.

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In 2020, many churches had to scale down or even cancel Sunday service due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Now, some churches are resuming their services. FOX 10 spoke with Dave Rennick, Senior Pastor of North Scottsdale United Methodist Church, about their plans.

Beware of email surveys asking about COVID-19 vaccine experience in exchange for money

The Better Business Bureau and the Federal Trade Commission says to beware of emails asking for your COVID-19 vaccine experience in exchange for money because they are fraudulent.

'My soul is lighter:' Northwest serial killer dies of brain cancer, bringing closure to families

Serial killer Joseph Edward Duncan III died in U.S. prison, having admitted to slaughtering seven people — including five children — in Idaho, Washington state, Montana and California.

15 million J&J COVID vaccines thrown away after ingredient mix-up

A dosage mix-up at a Baltimore production facility, which ruined about 15 million doses of Johnson & Johnson’s COVID vaccine, has prompted the U.S. Food and Drug Administration to delay certification of the facility.

Wisconsin Supreme Court strikes down statewide mask mandate

The Wisconsin Supreme Court on Wednesday struck down Gov. Tony Evers' statewide mask mandate, ruling that the Democrat exceeded his authority by issuing the order.

EU says 'no evidence' to restrict use of AstraZeneca COVID-19 vaccine

The European Medicines Agency says there is “no evidence” that would support restricting the use of AstraZeneca’s COVID-19 vaccine in any population despite reports of rare blood clots.

Boy, 12, brain dead after trying 'Blackout Challenge' on TikTok

"I can’t even describe the grief and devastation," a family friend reportedly said. "Nobody could ever imagine this would happen to a 12-year-old."

Arizona increase of COVID cases boosted by records cleanup

Arizona’s pandemic totals increased to 841,811 cases and 16,967 deaths, according to the state’s coronavirus dashboard.

Arizona Diamondbacks to allow 20,000 fans into games

The Arizona Diamondbacks will welcome 20,000 fans at their games in downtown Phoenix. Not only is this good for fans, but also for nearby businesses who were impacted by the pandemic.

California counties ease restrictions as COVID-19 cases fall

Nearly half of California’s 40 million people are living in areas where coronavirus restrictions are easing and some of the largest counties are preparing to expand movie theater and restaurant reopenings despite worries about a new surge.

COVID-19 variant identified in Britain found on Navajo Nation

The United Kingdom strain was confirmed in a sample obtained in the western part of the Navajo Nation reservation.