President Joe Biden's COVID-19 vaccine mandate plan elicits praise and scorn in Arizona
Republican and Democratic political leaders in Arizona are speaking out, following President Joe Biden's announcement of a new COVID-19 vaccine mandate plan for the U.S.
Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey addresses private school vouchers, public school funding and unemployment
On Wednesday afternoon, Arizona Governor Doug Ducey addressed the status of private school vouchers for parents to enroll kids into schools without mask policies. He also touched on the state's high unemployment rate.
Arizona interest in anti-mask school vouchers outpaces funds
Republican lawmakers who back expansion of the state’s existing voucher program doubt any students who receive the grants will be forced back into public schools when the federal cash is exhausted. Opponents of the school voucher program suspect that is highly likely.
First evacuated Afghan translators, refugees arrive in Arizona for resettlement
Ducey said in a tweet overnight that the group arrived on the night of Aug. 29 and "we know there are more on their way. "
Arizona Gov. to allocate $60M to hospitals that offer COVID-19 vaccines, antibody treatments
Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey says hospitals will receive part of a $60 million allocation if they offer the COVID-19 vaccine to discharged patients as well as a monoclonal antibody treatment. The money can be used to help with a dire staffing shortage across the state.
Arizona reports 3,621 additional COVID cases, nears 1M mark
The state’s pandemic totals rose to 998,164 cases and 18,661 deaths, according to the Department of Health Service’s coronavirus dashboard.
Arizona Gov. Ducey issues emergency declaration for Coconino County over flood damage
Gov. Doug Ducey says damage caused by post-wildfire flooding has taken a severe toll on parts of Coconino County.
Gov. Ducey issues emergency declaration for Coconino County amid flooding
Arizona Governor Doug Ducey issued an emergency declaration for Coconino County, making state money available to help with clean up in the Flagstaff area. Over 3 inches of rain fell on the Museum Fire Burn Scar earlier this month, damaging several homes and businesses. The governor has also asked FEMA for additional resources to help with flood clean up in Gila Bend.
Mask mandate showdown: AZ governor says 'Leave the schools to the states; that's how the Constitution reads'
Arizona Governor Doug Ducey says parents make the best choices for their children, not school boards when it comes to mask rules. FOX 10's Matt Galka reports.
Arizona Gov. Ducey to keep National Guard at the border for another year
The governor cited a report from U.S. Customs and Border Protection that showed that there were 212,679 encounters with migrants illegally crossing the border in July 2021, setting a 21-year high.
Gov. Ducey announces more funding for schools that 'follow all state laws' amid debate on mask use in schools
"Parents have worked tirelessly over the past year and a half to keep their kids on track," Ducey said in a statement. "Parents are in the driver’s seat, and it’s their right to make decisions that best fit the needs of their children."
Biden praises Arizona, Florida school chiefs on mask-wearing
President Joe Biden has commended the leadership of the Phoenix Union High School District superintendent after the board recently implemented mask requirements in defiance of Gov. Ducey.
Ducey calls for Mayorkas' resignation after leaked border crisis audio
"We can't have a defeatist fighting for our nation's border security. It's time for Sec. Mayorkas to resign, and he needs to be replaced with someone who will tell the truth publicly & stand up to the radical activists inside the Biden-Harris administration," Ducey tweeted Friday after Fox News first reported on the leaked audio.
New COVID-19 infections in Arizona surge past 2,800 cases
COVID-19 cases continue to increase in Arizona as more than 2,800 were reported on Aug. 6.
150 Arizona doctors call for statewide school mask mandate
“Your prohibition on mask requirements means no Arizona school can provide a safe learning environment,” the doctors wrote. “Each and every one of our students and their educators deserve better.”
2 top aides to Arizona Gov. Doug Ducey leaving for new jobs
Both Daniel Scarpinato and Gretchen Conger have served on Ducey’s staff since he took office in 2015.
Arizona reports 1,846 virus cases after 2 days of 2,000-plus
Arizona health officials reported over 1,846 cases with a death toll of 18,252 and a total of 931,387 cases.
Arizona Dept. of Health Director Dr. Cara Christ to step down, join Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona
Arizona Governor Doug Ducey announced that Arizona Department of Health Services Director Dr. Cara Christ will leave her position on August 27 for a leadership role with Blue Cross Blue Shield of Arizona.
Gov. Ducey urges Arizonans to get vaccinated amid surge in COVID-19 cases
"Our hearts are with everyone who has been impacted by this virus, directly or indirectly. Today, thanks to the miracle of modern science, we have something we didn’t have last year: a vaccine."
Ducey uses federal pandemic cash to promote Arizona tourism
The Visit Arizona Initiative will use the American Rescue Plan money to help the tourism sector of the state’s economy to prosper and “continue to recover from the effects of the pandemic,” Doug said in a statement.