Arizona is the least safe state during the coronavirus pandemic, according to a study analyzing data from several official sources. States were ranked in order of safety based on rates of vaccinations, positive tests, hospitalizations, deaths, and transmissions. Arizona took the overall safety ranking of 51 — the last spot of all 50 states...
Read MoreOutdoor enthusiasts and landscape photographers hoping to land one of the elusive permits needed to explore the colorful, contoured landscape of a U.S. Southwestern hike called “the Wave” will now have a better chance under a new plan announced Monday that allows three times the previous number of daily visitors. The plan takes effect...
Read MoreThe United States’ borders with Mexico and Canada will remain closed for non-essential travel through February 21, the Department of Homeland Security announced this week. The land borders have largely remained closed since March at the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. Air traffic between the countries is still permitted, but significantly curtailed due to...
Read MoreArizona saw a huge jump in the number of people choosing to take a one-way trip and live there in 2020, sending the state into the Top 5 for migration growth. Arizona was No. 5 on U-Haul’s migration growth list, with Tennessee grabbing the top spot, Texas staying at No. 2 and Florida and...
Read MoreBlue Cross© Blue Shield© of Arizona (BCBSAZ) is awarding up to $500,000 in grants to assist organizations that are fighting the opioid epidemic and substance use disorder by increasing access to life-saving services. The substance use disorder grants will be awarded to Arizona nonprofit organizations, academic institutions, and government entities that are seeking resources to further their...
Read MoreDiscount airline Allegiant Air announced nonstop service between metro Phoenix and a popular Wyoming resort town beginning in late spring. The route from Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport to Jackson Hole and back will take off June 2, the airline announced Tuesday, and run twice a week. “We are thrilled that Allegiant is increasing service at...
Read MoreThe FBI is sending out a warning based on information received indicating that “armed protests” are being planned at all 50 state capitols and the US Capitol in Washington, DC in the days leading up to President-elect Joe Biden’s inauguration on January 20, according to an internal bulletin. As federal investigators continue to track...
Read MoreThe federal government is rolling out another lifeline for businesses impacted by the pandemic. Loan applications are now being accepted for the Paycheck Protection Program. This time around, Congress has approved more than $280 billion in relief funds for the second roll out. It’s important to note, although the program is reopening not all...
Read MoreIn a move that will hopefully help to the spread of the coronavirus, on Tuesday, the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced it will require a negative Covid-19 test from all air passengers entering the United States. All air passengers with flight plans to the United States will soon be required to...
Read MoreGovernor Doug Ducey today delivered the State of the State address in a live broadcast to the opening session of the 55th Arizona state legislature and the people of Arizona. The Governor outlined his vision for 2021, focusing on the continued fight against COVID-19, the distribution of the vaccine, prioritizing K-12 education, creating jobs...
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