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.

Crews rescue 5 people in 2 incidents in Arizona snow-blanketed areas

Crews in northern Arizona used a helicopter and a tracked vehicle to rescue a total of five people in two incidents in areas blanketed by heavy snow from a major storm.

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.

Winter storm hits the high country
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FOX 10 photojournalist Tom Fergus was out in downtown Flagstaff checking out the winter weather as 1 to 2 inches of snow per hour are expected to fall in the area today.

Winter storm warning issued for parts of north-central Arizona

The National Weather Service said the warning for cold and wet weather will be in effect from 8 p.m. Friday until 5 p.m. Sunday at about 6000 feet as snow levels drop Friday night. Periods of snowfall are expected through Sunday.

Latest Arizona storm brings good news for Snowbowl
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For the most part, it's been a rather dry winter in Arizona, but the latest storm to hit the state has brought a fair amount of snowfall to the state's high country. FOX 10's Kristy Siefkin spoke with Li Cui with Arizona Snowbowl.

Mains scores 17 to carry NAU past Montana 62-58

Nik Mains came off the bench to score 17 points, five in a game-ending 12-0 run, to carry Northern Arizona to a 62-58 win over Montana on Saturday.

Flagstaff chef puts money won during Food Network competition toward Special Olympics
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Flagstaff chef and owner of Salsa Brava and Fat Olives, John Conley, won Guy's Grocery Games on the Food Network Channel and decided to put his winnings toward the Special Olympics in honor of his son who has Down Syndrome. Guy Fieri decided to match his earnings. FOX 10 photojournalist Joe Tillman takes us to Flagstaff where Conley is now trying to raise $100,000. https://www.classy.org/campaign/guys-grocery-games-2020/c319537

Minimum wage in Arizona increases to $12.15 an hour on Jan. 1

Arizona's minimum wage will jump to $12.15 an hour on Jan. 1, while Flagstaff's will increase to $15 an hour.

Sheriff's deputies hospitalized after possible drug exposure

At least two northern Arizona sheriff's deputies were taken to a hospital after possibly being exposed to an opioid during a traffic stop and pursuit.

How to see the 'Christmas Star' in Arizona on the night of Dec. 21

Jupiter and Saturn are almost aligned on Dec. 21 and some are calling the rarity a "Christmas Star." It's been nearly 800 years since the conjunction happened.

Stolen car suspect shot by Sedona police officer at airport

A stolen vehicle suspect was shot and wounded by a police officer, who was injured during the altercation at Sedona Airport.

How to view the 'Christmas Star' on Dec. 21
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It's a celestial event that hasn't happened since 1623! FOX 10's Troy Hayden talks to Kevin Schindler of the Lowell Observatory in Flagstaff about where and when to look for the 'Christmas Star' and the science behind it.