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ARIZONA NEWS | Jul 3, 2020Arizona COVID-19 hospitalizations up as Banner Health details care plan
As hospitalizations for COVID-19 skyrocket in Arizona, Banner Health detailed what the activation of the state's Crisis Standard of Care Plan means.
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CORONAVIRUS NEWS | Jul 3, 2020Arizona health department reports 4,433 new coronavirus cases, 31 deaths
The Arizona health department reported 4,433 new COVID-19 cases on Friday, bringing the state’s documented total to 91,858 coronavirus cases.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jul 3, 2020No metro Phoenix freeway closures scheduled for Fourth of July weekend
There will be zero closures or restrictions on metro Phoenix freeways during the Fourth of July weekend, according to ADOT.
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UNCATEGORIZED | Jul 3, 2020Warm, clear weather forecast for Valley during Fourth of July weekend
Valley residents will be able to enjoy a holiday weekend of warm, clear weather, according to the National Weather Service.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jul 3, 2020AZGFD running Operation Dry Water for Fourth of July weekend
The Arizona Game and Fish Department is trying to limit the amount of drug- and alcohol-related accidents on the water this holiday weekend.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jul 3, 2020City of Phoenix restricting park trailheads on Fourth of July
Access will be restricted to trailheads located within the city's parks and mountain preserves on the Fourth of July in order to reduce the potential for wildfires
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jul 2, 2020Arizona health department gives defiant gyms final chance to shut down
The Arizona health department has given three Valley gyms a final notice to close before seeking injunctive and declaratory relief against the facilities.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jul 2, 2020Border Patrol agents arrest 3 people with over $150,000 of meth in desert
Border Patrol agents made multiple arrests Tuesday after discovering more than $150,000 of methamphetamine on three individuals in a remote desert area.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jul 2, 2020
Arizona veterans send letter to Ducey to remove Confederate monuments
More than 200 veterans signed and sent a letter to Gov. Doug Ducey Wednesday calling for the removal of Confederate statues in the state.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jul 2, 2020National Park Service urges visitors to bypass Havasu Canyon
National Park Service officials are urging boaters and river guides to bypass Havasu Canyon to help protect the Havasupai tribe from coronavirus.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jul 2, 2020Tempe bar under investigation for violating executive order
Varsity Tavern is under investigation by the Department of Liquor Licenses and Control for violating Gov. Doug Ducey's executive order.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jul 2, 2020
Arizona group turns in signatures to put marijuana initiative on ballot
Supporters of legalizing recreational marijuana submitted 420,000 signatures Wednesday to get the initiative on Arizona's ballot in November.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jul 2, 2020Arizona health department reports 3,333 new coronavirus cases, 37 deaths
The Arizona health department reported 3,333 new coronavirus cases and 37 deaths Thursday morning.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jul 2, 2020Bighorn Fire spreads near Tucson, grows past 118,000 acres
The Bighorn Fire burning near Tucson was close to overtaking the No. 7 spot Thursday for largest wildfire in Arizona history.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jul 2, 2020Gila River Hotels & Casinos reopening with enhanced safety protocols
Gila River Hotels & Casinos announced its facilities will reopen on Thursday with enhanced safety and sanitation protocols in place.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jul 2, 2020Phoenix Zoo’s ‘Cruise the Zoo’ event returning ahead of holiday weekend
In celebration of the Fourth of July, Phoenix Zoo guests will once again have the opportunity to enjoy the facility's offerings from within the comfort of their own vehicles.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jul 2, 2020Northbound State Route 87 to be restricted over Fourth of July weekend
ADOT announced Tuesday that repairs along a 13-mile stretch of State Route 87 due to the Bush Fire will restrict traffic over the Fourth of July weekend.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jul 1, 2020Peoria motorcycle officer dies after single-vehicle crash
A West Valley police officer died after being involved in a single-vehicle motorcycle crash Wednesday, authorities said.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jul 1, 2020Here’s where Fourth of July fireworks in metro Phoenix aren’t canceled
Fourth of July celebrations won’t be the same this year because of the coronavirus, but here's where fireworks shows are going on in metro Phoenix.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jul 1, 2020Tempe Mayor-elect Corey Woods tests positive for COVID-19
Days before he is scheduled to be sworn into office, Tempe Mayor-elect Corey Woods announced he tested positive for coronavirus but is recovering at home.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jul 1, 2020Christ cites study’s indoor activity risk factor in Arizona gym closures
Arizona's top health official defended the state's closure of gyms Wednesday, citing a CDC study on indoor activity and coronavirus transmission.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jul 1, 2020Brush fire causes closure of Loop 202 Red Mountain Freeway in Mesa
The eastbound Loop 202 Red Mountain Freeway in Mesa was temporarily closed Wednesday because of a brush fire on the side of the road.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jul 1, 2020Arizona reports record highs of 4,878 new coronavirus cases, 88 deaths
The Arizona health department reported single-day highs of 4,878 new coronavirus cases and 88 deaths Wednesday morning.
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ARIZONA NEWS | Jul 1, 2020Arizona AG warning residents about fraudulent unemployment claims
Arizona Attorney General Mark Brnovich is warning Arizonans about fraudulent unemployment claims that could be linked to identity theft.