The Morning News Brief on Thursday, June 12, 2025. (KSAZ-TV; Randall Schonemann)
Police say an armed man was shot and killed by officers in Gilbert; authorities will provide new details on the murder of a Valley pastor; and more. Here's a look at some of your top headlines for the morning of June 12.
1. Deadly officer-involved shooting
Gilbert Police shoot and kill armed man, department says
Gilbert Police said two officers shot and killed an armed man who was initially found slumped over in his car before the shooting broke out Wednesday night.
2. MCSO to provide update on case
New River pastor murder: MCSO to release new details on June 12
William Schonemann, 76, was found dead in April at his home near 13th Avenue and Circle Mountain Road. Schonemann was the pastor at New River Bible Church.
3. Shooting investigation
Man found shot inside south Phoenix home
A man is expected to survive after police say he was found shot inside his home near 40th Street and Baseline Road.
4. Plane crashes in India
Lone survivor of Air India crash reportedly recalls "loud noise" after takeoff
A Boeing 787 carrying over 200 passengers crashed in India’s northwestern city of Ahmedabad five minutes after taking off on Thursday. Nearly everyone was killed.
5. Verdict reached in ‘Doomsday Mom’ trial
Lori Daybell: Verdict reached in final Arizona trial of 'Doomsday Mom'
The jury has reached a verdict in the second and final Arizona trial of Lori Daybell. The so-called "Doomsday Mom" is accused of conspiring with her brother in the attempted murder of her ex-nephew-in-law, Brandon Boudreaux.
Today's weather
Arizona weather forecast: Warm Thursday in Phoenix; extreme heat expected this weekend
Thursday will be a warm one in the Valley! Our high will reach 108°F.