Flagstaff City Council objects to Gov. Ducey order on mask mandates

COVID-19 continues to spread and Ducey’s order ”is not in the best interest of public health and further erodes home rule,” the Flagstaff council’s statement said.

Snow storm prompts ADOT to caution against travel in Arizona's high country areas

The Arizona Department of Transportation is warning against travel in some parts of the state’s high country as a storm dropped snow in a region stretching from the Grand Canyon to the White Mountains.

Desert Financial Fiesta Bowl Kindness Arizona caravan touring Arizona to spread some kindness
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The Desert Financial Fiesta Bowl Kindness Arizona caravan is making 25 stops in the metro Phoenix area, Flagstaff, Prescott and Tucson over the next five days to give away some special surprises to communities across the state. FOX 10's Ty Brennan reports.

Arizona Snowbowl receives four feet of fresh snow over the weekend
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Li Cui with Arizona Snowbowl joins FOX 10's John Hook to talk about the fresh snow that fell in Northern Arizona over the weekend, providing the snow needed to keep the winter-sports season going.

Arizona Adventures: Flagstaff Extreme Adventure Course
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FOX 10's Tom Fergus checks out Flagstaff Extreme Adventure Course, which just reopened seven days a week after being open only on the weekends due to COVID-19. More information at https://flagstaffextreme.com/.

Fired Arizona Senate aide seeks $500,000 in harassment case

The three Republicans on the panel agreed that the evidence collected during an investigation by the committee’s attorney did not meet the “clear and convincing” standard required to sustain the complaint and mete out punishment to Sen. Wendy Rogers.

Trial date set for family of Flagstaff boy starved to death

Elizabeth Archibeque and Anthony Martinez, the boy’s parents, and Ann Martinez, his grandmother, have pleaded not guilty to charges of first-degree murder, kidnapping and child abuse.

Drought-stricken West holds out for more than just dry snow

Every square mile of New Mexico is dealing with some level of dryness, with more than half locked in the worst category — exceptional drought.  And much of the West is no better off, with parts of Arizona, Utah and Nevada among the hardest hit.

Board of Regents selects new president of Northern Arizona University

The NAU presidency opened up last fall when current President Rita Cheng announced she would not seek a contract extension. She will stay on pending appointment of her replacement.

COVID-19 vaccine rollout sees uptick in demand for safe, low-cost needle disposal

An unintended consequence of COVID-19 has been a surge in new trash, from face masks, wipes, and gloves to now used syringes. As millions of vaccines roll out daily, the process of disposing of needles safely and efficiently can be quite the task.

From classes to snow patrols, measures are in place to help prevent avalanches in Arizona

The start of February 2021 was the deadliest week of U.S. avalanches on record, with 15 deaths across the country on the week of Feb. 1 due to avalanches. Meanwhile, there are measures in place in Arizona to help keep people safe.

Northern Arizona winter weather delays rescue of hiker from Mount Elden

An injured hiker had to stay overnight on Mount Elden in Northern Arizona after winter weather conditions didn't allow rescue crews to reach him until the next day.

Weekend storm expected to drop snow across northern Arizona

The National Weather Service said snow will begin to accumulate Saturday afternoon and continue through Sunday evening.

Man and woman die after crashing into Flagstaff business

After crashing into a business lobby on Feb. 6, Flagstaff Police say a man and woman are dead. It happened near Country Club and Bear Paw drives.

Forecasters: Arizona faces above-normal wildfire threats

Observations indicate nearly all of Arizona is covered by severe, extreme or exceptional drought, according to the National Weather Service in Flagstaff.

Arizona studies use of remote systems to guide merge traffic

ADOT says it has set up a “smart work zone” on the I-40 with a remotely controlled system to provide drivers with real-time instructions based on changing circumstances.

UA research: Arizona economy recovering with big variances

The Phoenix area “is completely responsible for the state’s job growth since June” while the other metropolitan areas have generated little or no job growth, researchers said.

Many highway closures still in effect due to Arizona storm

Portions of two interstate highways were among multiple routes that remained closed due to difficult driving conditions from winter weather in Arizona’s high country.