The Morning News Brief on Monday, May 18, 2026.
From a father and daughter helping rescue victims of a fiery Cave Creek car crash to the World Health Organization sounding the alarm about an Ebola outbreak, here's a look at your top headlines for the morning of May 18.
1. Father-daughter duo help victims involved in fiery crash
Good Samaritans help victims in major Cave Creek crash
A fiery two-car collision near Carefree Highway and 12th Street late Saturday night sent six people to the hospital, leaving three victims in critical condition.
2. Baduanjin may help lower blood pressure
Ancient Chinese movement shows promise for reducing blood pressure at home, study says
Researchers found that a simple, centuries-old Chinese practice could be almost as effective as some medications in lowering blood pressure.
3. Global health emergency
Ebola outbreak in Africa spurs global health emergency declaration
With hundreds of suspected cases and dozens of deaths already reported, the World Health Organization (WHO) is sounding the alarm about an Ebola disease outbreak by declaring a global health emergency.
4. Boat fire caught on camera
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Boat catches fire at Canyon Lake
The Maricopa County Sheriffs Office says no one was on board a boat when it caught fire at Canyon Lake. The boat is a total loss, and it's unclear what sparked the flames.
5. House fire breaks out in Glendale
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Fire causes extensive damage to Glendale home
Crews in Glendale were busy early Monday morning, battling a fire that caused heavy damage to a home near 43rd and Glendale avenues. FOX 10's Danielle Miller has more.
A look at today's weather
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Morning Weather Forecast - 5/18/26
We'll kick off the work week with Valley highs in the 80s. A gradual warming trend will raise temps back into the triple digits by the weekend.