Iranian sleeper cells may target rural areas; woman's invention aims to prevent wildfires l Morning News Brief
The Morning News Brief on Wednesday, July 9, 2025. (KSAZ-TV; Getty Images)
From a counterterrorism expert saying that Iranian sleeper cells may be waiting to strike rural areas in America to a Valley woman's invention that aims to prevent wildfires, here's a look at some of your top headlines for the morning of July 9.
1. ‘Hiding in plain sight’
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Iranian sleeper cells may be waiting to target rural US areas, terrorism expert warns
A former FBI special agent tells FOX News that these sleeper cells could be targeting the nation's rural areas since they're "not well protected."
2. Operation Spark Arrest
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Mesa woman's invention aims to stop wildfires caused by dragging chains
A Mesa woman developed a fire hose covering for trailer chains to prevent wildfire-causing sparks, a frequent problem in Arizona's extreme heat. Her "Operation Spark Arrest" seeks to distribute these widely through companies & local groups.
3. A/C trouble at Sky Harbor
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Sky Harbor Airport A/C maintenance results in long lines at security checkpoints
Maintenance on an air conditioning unit inside Terminal 4 at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport on Wednesday morning resulted in long wait times at security checkpoints for travelers.
4. Possible drone attack on Trump?
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Trump could be hit by drone while sunbathing, Iranian official reportedly suggests
An Iranian official claimed President Donald Trump could be the victim of a "small drone" attack while he sunbathed at his Florida estate.
5. New details on ex-reality TV star's arrest
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Former '16 & Pregnant' star Whitney Purvis left obit comment before arrest
New details are emerging in the case of Whitney Blake Purvis, a former star of MTV’s 16 & Pregnant, who is now facing felony involuntary manslaughter charges in connection to a man’s fatal overdose.
Today's weather
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Arizona weather forecast: Near-record heat expected on Wednesday in Phoenix
Extremely hot temps are in today's Valley forecast. We'll see a high near 116 degrees.