KJZZ is a service of Rio Salado College,
and Maricopa Community Colleges

Copyright © 2024 KJZZ/Rio Salado College/MCCCD
Play Live Radio
Next Up:
0:00
0:00
0:00 0:00
Available On Air Stations

Arizona Cities Close Public Places, Cancel Events Due To Coronavirus

Some of Arizona’s largest cities are taking additional steps to combat the spread of the coronavirus.

That includes the closure of many public places.

Based on new recommendations from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, all Phoenix libraries and indoor rec centers will be closed beginning Monday.

→  Read The Latest News On The Coronavirus Disease  

Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego made the announcement via Twitteron Sunday. All city of Tempe facilities will also be closed until March 27.

That includes historic properties, senior centers and arts centers as well. Other cities such as  Peoria and Gilbertare keeping their centers open,but have canceled many large events and programs.

Senior field correspondent Bridget Dowd has a bachelor’s degree from Arizona State University’s Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and Mass Communication.