Advocates urge release of prisoners as Arizona fights coronavirus

As the coronavirus surfaces in Arizona prisons, advocates for inmates worry that they’re running out of time to persuade Gov. Doug Ducey to avoid a larger outbreak by releasing some of the 42,000 people who live in close quarters behind bars.

Winslow Police: Arts store owner cited for violating state's stay at home order

Winslow Police officials say an arts store owner has been cited for violating the state's executive order that was issued in response to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.

Flagstaff Medical Center coping with rising number of COVID-19 cases in Northern Arizona

One area that has been hit by the COVID-19 pandemic in Arizona is Northern Arizona, with multiple cases and deaths reported in Coconino County and the Navajo Nation.

Grand Canyon National Park closed due to COVID-19 pandemic

Officials with the National Park Service say Grand Canyon National Park will be closed until further notice.

Appeals grow to close US national parks during coronavirus pandemic

The state saw nearly 30,000 new filings, a 760% increase from the week before. It is expected to see an exponential increase in filings for the current week as restaurants, bars, resorts and other industries that cater to tourists and the public cut huge numbers of staff.

Arizona congressman asks for Grand Canyon to be closed to help prevent COVID-19 spread

When social distancing became a recommendation by the Centers for Disease Control, many thought of ways they can still socially distance themselves during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Flagstaff mayor closes salons, says complaint unmerited

The mayor of Flagstaff said her decision to close nail salons and beauty parlors is not barred by the governor’s order blocking cities from expanding his list of essential businesses.

Are salons essential businesses? Some don't seen to agree
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At least one salon owner says she should not be allowed to open her business during the COVID-19 crisis. FOX 10's Stephanie Olmo reports.

Appeals grow to close US national parks during pandemic

The Trump administration is sticking with its crowd-friendly waiver of entrance fees at national parks during the coronavirus pandemic while communities appeal for a shutdown at other parks.

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.

Coronavirus cases in Arizona top 400; Mohave County under order

The number of cases of novel coronavirus in Arizona has topped 400, and another county is now subject to state-imposed business restrictions and closings, officials said Wednesday.

Tribes take measures to slow spread of new coronavirus

Officials on the Navajo Nation broadened a stay-at-home order from Chilchinbeto to the entire reservation: No visitors in, and residents can't leave their homes except for essential tasks, including to get food and medical supplies.

AZDHS: All counties with COVID-19 cases must close gyms, bars, movie theaters; restaurants dine-out only

The Arizona Department of Health Services is requiring that all counties with cases of the novel coronavirus must close all of their bars, gyms and movie theaters effective at close of business on Friday.

Storm drops heavy snow on northern Arizona on first day of spring

Plows were clearing roads on parts of northwest Arizona on the first day of spring after a storm dropped heavy snow and created backups on one major highway.

1st presumptive positive coronavirus case reported in Coconino County

Officials with Coconino County say the first presumptive positive case of coronavirus has been identified in the Northern Arizona county.