Black advocates spotlight uneven rates of food allergies in children
Across the U.S., Black advocates are working to combat food allergy disparities in children of color and push for action to help.
Data on COVID-19’s impact on schools is available from Maricopa County
The Maricopa County Department of Public Health provides information and guidance about the spread of COVID-19 in school communities.
COVID-19 cases surging toward 1,000 a day, ASU expert warns
PHOENIX – Arizona is experiencing a surge in new COVID-19 cases that’s similar to what the state saw in mid-June, said Joshua LaBaer, director of ASU’s Biodesign Institute.
Virtual learning poses unique challenges for Arizona’s 148,000 students in special ed programs
PHOENIX – Arizona students in Individualized Education Programs are facing unique challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic, as are their parents and teachers.
Trump stops in Prescott, Tucson draw GOP crowds, Democratic jeers
WASHINGTON - President Donald Trump was met by boisterous MAGA-hatted crowds in Prescott and Tucson on Monday, the final stops on a Western swing as the campaign entered its final weeks. But not everyone was putting out the welcome mat.
Firefighters work through PTSD with peer support, counseling
GLENDALE – Arizona firefighters have to fight post-traumatic stress disorder and other trauma in addition to flames. A counselor and peer support training help six metro Phoenix fire departments.
Pandemic puts NHL scouts in ‘adapt or die’ situation
PHOENIX – Scouting has changed dramatically since the COVID-19 pandemic picked up steam in mid-March, forcing hockey talent evaluators to embrace new approaches when assessing NHL prospects.
Shuttered by COVID-19, concert venues band together for a virtual show
WASHINGTON - A Phoenix concert promoter is one of the organizers of an online concert of top acts this weekend that aims to raise money for, and awareness of, the dire straits concert venues around the country face because of COVID-19 restrictions.
Add COVID-19 to list of things driving Arizona teachers from jobs
WASHINGTON - Arizona schools have long struggled with teacher shortages but the problem was made worse this year by COVID-19, which has led to more teachers quitting or taking leave, school officials said.
Fire damage, ‘smoke taint’ add to challenges for Napa wineries during peak of harvest
LOS ANGELES – Napa Valley wineries have combated smoke taint, coronavirus restrictions and wildfire destruction in 2020, requiring experts to look at the future of wine and the impacts of climate change.
Rising COVID cases leave Arizona ‘headed toward exponential growth,’ expert warns
PHOENIX – With COVID-19 cases rising across the state, one health expert is warning of a repeat of big spikes and calling for more personal responsibility to reduce the trend.
Fire officials claim success in fighting COVID-19 while fighting fires
WASHINGTON - Battling wildfires while battling the COVID-19 pandemic "definitely added a new challenge" for Arizona fire officials this year, but it's a challenge many say they have met.
