In-person classes begin Aug. 17 in Queen Creek Unified School District
Students will be heading back to school in the Queen Creek Unified School District on Aug. 17, but some teachers have resigned from their jobs over COVID-19 concerns.
Dust storms, monsoons and record high temps take on the Valley
Dust storms, monsoons and record-breaking high temps plagued the Valley Sunday, Aug. 16.
Some Queen Creek teachers resigning after district votes to head back to school Aug. 17
The district board for Queen Creek voted 4-1 to allow in-person classes to begin Aug. 17 despite concerns over the COVID-19 spread.
Excessive Heat Warning in effect for Phoenix area
An Excessive Heat Warning has been issued for the Valley.
Pinal County correctional sergeant accused of kidnapping, sexual assault
A correctional officer for Florence State Prison was arrested Aug. 6 for multiple counts of kidnapping, sexual assault and sexual abuse.
Educators hold contrasting views on in-person classes as new school year nears for many Arizona students
As the new school year approached, some teachers are afraid of heading back to the classroom for in-person instructions. FOX 10's Linda Williams reports.
Arizona sheriff's 'Citizens Posse' allows residents to be deputized
“As Sheriff of Pinal County, I am given the authority to deputize civilians to assist in law enforcement," Sheriff Mark Lamb said. "While we hope such an action is never required, we want to make sure those willing to step into the role are trained and ready.”
Arizona schools send COVID-19 liability waivers, here's what a lawyer says about it
As the possible in-person instruction start date of Aug. 17 looms in Arizona, schools are sending parents COVID-19 liability waivers, agreeing to waive their right to sue if someone contracts the virus while at school.
Teachers preparing for a virtual start to 2020-2021 school year
As a new school year approaches, teachers are getting ready to teach in a different way during the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
Bighorn Fire in Pima County fully contained; burned nearly 120,000 acres
The Bighorn Fire was caused by lightning that struck the Coronado National Forest on June 5. The dry, hot weather and the steep, rocky topography were the main challenges in fighting the blaze near Tucson.
Nikola breaks ground on electric truck factory in Arizona
The plant will create at least 1,800 new jobs once it's built, according to Nikola. The first phase of construction is scheduled for completion in late 2021 with phase two being completed 12 to 18 months after that.
2 Arizona Confederate monuments on state land relocated to private property
Officials with a Confederate organization have asked Arizona state officials to remove two Confederate monuments in Arizona for relocation to private property.
Queen Creek creates new police force, chief says he'll lead with 'respect' and 'legitimacy'
Queen Creek has a new police force and in the middle of outcries for police reform, the new chief says he will lead the force with respect for the community.
Man rescued after building collapses at construction site in Queen Creek
The Maricopa County Sheriff's Office says the incident happened near Power and Chandler Heights Roads.
Missing 88-year-old man from Pinal County located
The PInal County Sheriff's Office is searching for Donald Cline, an 88-year-old man with dementia.
Hawaii inmates monitored for COVID-19 at Arizona prison
The Hawaii Department of Public Safety said 45 Hawaii inmates in the same unit at the Saguaro Correctional Center in Eloy are in quarantine.
SR 79 closed due to fatal crash involving 3 vehicles near Florence
The Arizona Department of Transportation says State Route 79 is closed in both directions between US 60 and Arizona Farms Road, due to the crash.