Will a ‘Vaccine Passport’ Soon Be Required for Travel?

Airlines and others in the travel industry are supporting so-called vaccine passports to boost pandemic-depressed travel, and authorities in Europe could embrace the idea quickly enough for the peak summer vacation season. Technology companies and travel-related trade groups are developing and testing various versions of the vaccine passports, also called health certificates or travel... Read More

Wife of Former Maricopa County Sheriff Joe Arpaio, Dies After Battle with Cancer

Ava Arpaio, wife of former Maricopa County Sheriff Joe Arpaio has died after her battle with cancer, according to MCSO. MCSO says Ava died Saturday at 89-years-old after she was diagnosed with cancer in early 2016. She was surrounded by family.  She is survived by her husband, Joe, daughter, Sherry, son, Rocco, and four grandchildren. Former... Read More

CDC Changes Student Distancing Recommendations for K-12 to Keep 3 Feet of Distance in Class

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has released new  recommendations on distances in the classroom.  With universal masking, students at K-12 schools should maintain a distance of at least 3 feet in classroom settings, instead of the previous 6 feet. The new recommendation is part of the CDC’s K-12 school guidance that... Read More

Warning Issued for Las Vegas Based “Real Water” Brand After Liver Illness Link

Federal and local health officials are warning people not to drink a Las Vegas-based bottled water brand, Real Water, after linking it to liver illness in five hospitalized children. Company President Brent Jones on Wednesday called for stores to stop selling the product “throughout the United States until the issue is resolved.” “Our goal... Read More

Attorney General Mark Brnovich Warns Against Economic Stimulus Scams

Attorney General Mark Brnovich is warning consumers about a reported increase in the amount of stimulus check email and text scams. With the third round of economic stimulus checks on the way to many Arizonans, the Attorney General’s Office (AGO) has seen an uptick in consumer complaints involving unsolicited text messages from scammers pretending to be... Read More

AMC Reopening 98% of U.S. Theaters by Friday

AMC Theaters, the nation’s largest movie theater chain, says 98% of its theaters will open their doors by Friday. The company said 99% of its locations will be open by March 26. By Monday, AMC said they are expecting to open 52 of its 54 California locations. “The Company is preparing to resume operations... Read More

New Nonstop Flights from Phoenix Debuting this Summer

In the past three weeks, things have started to look more promising for the tourism industry. COVID-19 cases are dropping in many places and vaccinations are accelerating. As a cautious optimism has set in, airlines have seen an uptick in bookings from leisure travelers and people wishing to reconnect with loved ones after enduring... Read More

Disneyland will Reopen on April 30th, but not for Arizonans 

Disneyland in Southern California is set to open this spring after a yearlong closure due to the coronavirus pandemic. On Wednesday, Disneyland Resort announced an April 30 reopening date for  Disneyland Park and Disney California Adventure Park. Earlier this month, California officials said amusement parks can open beginning April 1 if they meet requirements... Read More

Governor Ducey Signs Legislation To Protect Minors Facing Mental Health Issues

Governor Doug Ducey today signed legislation to protect young Arizonans experiencing suicidal thoughts by allowing a manslaughter charge if an adult provides guidance that a minor uses to take their life. The Governor signed the bill in the presence of Paolla Jordan, whose son committed suicide two years ago, and Representative Jeff Weninger. “Protecting... Read More

Arizona Redistricting Commission Selects New Executive Director

A top staffer for Phoenix City Councilman Jim Waring has been chosen to be the executive director of the commission that will redraw Arizona’s political district lines this year. The five-member commission chose Brian Schmitt for the job after interviewing five finalists in a day-long session Tuesday. The 3-2 vote to hire Schmitt, who... Read More