Read the latest news from Gilbert and Chandler.
Chandler mayor issues proclamation for residents to wear face coverings in businesses and public spaces effective immediately
Chandler Mayor Kevin Hartke issued a proclamation June 19 for those in the city of Chandler to wear masks when at businesses or public spaces when physical distancing is not a possibility.
Gilbert Town Council passes 30-day face coverings order
The Gilbert Town Council passed a 30-day requirement to wear face coverings in certain situations beginning 5 p.m. June 19 to help curb the spread of the coronavirus.
Board of Supervisors requires face coverings throughout Maricopa County
The Maricopa County Board of Supervisors adopted on June 19 a requirement for people to wear face coverings in public to stem the spread of coronavirus.
COVID-19: See the data behind the rising number of coronavirus hospitalizations across Arizona
The Arizona Department of Health Services has tracked COVID-19 hospitalization data since early April, and in recent days and weeks the number of confirmed or suspected COVID-19 patients admitted to a hospital has climbed.
Banner Ocotillo Medical Center to open in Chandler in November
Banner Ocotillo Medical Center, Chandler's newest hospital, is scheduled to open Nov. 2, Chief Operating Officer Nate Shinagawa said.
Alexa D’Angelo and Tom Blodgett contributed to this report.
