Arizona governor urges understanding as bills come due

Gov. Doug Ducey urged Arizonans to be understanding as individuals and businesses face April 1 due dates for bills.

Stay-at-home order goes into effect for Arizona

A stay-at-home order that was issued by Arizona Governor Doug Ducey to slow the spread of the new coronavirus has taken effect in Arizona.

Arizona governor signs stripped-down $11.8 billion budget

The approved budget adds to $55 million in emergency cash approved earlier this month to pay for the health department’s virus response efforts. That money would come from the state’s rainy day fund.

Gov. Ducey issues executive order to increase hospital preparedness as COVID-19 cases grow

Governor Doug Ducey issued an executive order Thursday morning requiring hospitals to increase hospital bed capacity, optimize staffing and "maximize critical resources."

Gov. Ducey announces electric utility relief agreement for Arizona residents

Governor Doug Ducey announced Thursday a new agreement that will ensure that Arizona residents facing financial crisis amid the coronavirus pandemic will have reliable access to electricity.

Gov. Ducey OKs new hospital fee bill that will get them more cash

Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey has signed legislation that will charge hospitals a new fee but bring them higher Medicaid payments in return.

Arizona mayors slam Ducey edict keeping golf courses open

Municipal leaders criticized Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey over his decision to classify some businesses like golf courses as “essential” during the coronavirus pandemic.

AZ Gov. Doug Ducey outlines state's response to growing coronavirus spread

In a Wednesday news conference, Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey listed several ways the state is aiding those impacted by the coronavirus spread.

Arizona DES sees 800 percent increase in unemployment claims

The economic impact of the coronavirus is being felt by millions of Americans and here in Arizona, unemployment numbers jumped significantly. FOX 10's Steve Nielsen reports.

Maricopa County health official disagrees with decision to close restaurants, schools

Dr. Rebecca Sunenshine says social distancing is important, but does not believe the governor should have closed schools, restaurants and other public places, saying the benefit could outweigh the costs in the end.

Arizona House OKs emergency budget with $50M in coronavirus aid

The Arizona House on Monday passed an emergency budget package that includes $50 million in funding previously approved by the state Senate to address the coronavirus crisis.

Gov. Ducey details 'essential services' in latest executive order

In an executive order issued on Monday, March 23, Arizona Governor Doug Ducey detailed what constitutes as "essential services" in Arizona during the coronavirus pandemic.

Arizona State House approves emergency budget virus aid with $50 million in coronavirus aid

The Arizona House on Monday passed an emergency budget package that includes $50 million in funding previously approved by the state Senate to address the coronavisis crisis.

Gov. Ducey announces launch of new coronavirus hotline in Arizona

On Monday, Arizona Governor Doug Ducey announced that the state has launched a new COVID-19 hotline that will give state residents a new way to to access important information related to the virus.

Phoenix City Council declares local emergency during special Friday meeting

Days after Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego announced a state of emergency in response to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic, members of the Phoenix City Council approved a substitute motion to declare a local emergency instead.

Arizona Gov. Ducey activates National Guard amid coronavirus pandemic

Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey said he’s activating the National Guard to help grocery stores and food banks, halting elective surgeries and closing businesses in areas with known cases of COVID-19.

Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey provides updates on the COVID-19 pandemic
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Topics included the Arizona National Guard helping to ensure food banks and grocery stores can keep shelves stocked, volunteering at food banks and the latest efforts to stop the spread of coronavirus.