Fight against Sinaloa Cartel intensifies in AZ; new details on Rebekah Baptiste murder l Morning News Brief
The Morning News Brief on Thursday, September 4, 2025.
From the DEA intensifying its fight against the Sinaloa Cartel in Arizona to new details about Rebeke Baptiste's final weeks before her murder, here's a look at some of your top headlines for the morning of September 4.
1. DEA cracks down on cartel drug crimes
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DEA fight against Sinaloa Cartel intensifies in Arizona
The Sinaloa Cartel is one of the most influential drug trafficking organizations in the world, and the DEA in Arizona are going after them with renewed intensity.
2. New details on Rebekah Baptiste's final weeks
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Neighbors tell different story in Rebekah Baptiste murder case
Neighbors are providing a different account of 10-year-old Rebekah Baptiste's final weeks, contradicting statements the suspects made to police about her disappearance.
3. Family doctor arrested
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'Demented' Monroe doctor allegedly solicited sex with 5-year-old in Florida sting
He allegedly pursued a platonic relationship to see if the "mom" would allow her 5-year-old to be courted by and have a sexual relationship with him.
4. AZ man found dead in Alaska
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Missing Arizona hiker found dead near Alaskan glacier
Thomas Casey, a 69-year-old Arizona man, was found dead near the Mendenhall Glacier in Juneau two days after he was reported missing.
5. Rescue operation underway
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Worker stuck on light pole at Hohokam Stadium
Crews are working to rescue a man who suffered a head injury while changing lights on a pole at Hohokam Stadium near Center Street and Brown Road.
Today's weather
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Arizona weather forecast: More storms expected on Thursday across the state
Thursday brings about a 40% chance for more storms in the Valley. The high temperature in Phoenix will reach about 100 degrees.