The Morning News Brief on Thursday, July 16, 2026. (Getty Images; Mohave County Sheriff; KSAZ-TV)
From new details on the death of a "Jurassic Park" star to the search for an "armed and dangerous" suspect wanted for attempted murder, here's a look at your top headlines for the morning of July 16.
1. Child dies in south Phoenix, investigation underway
Boy dies after parent finds him unresponsive inside car in south Phoenix
A child has died after his parent discovered him inside a vehicle near 24th Street and Baseline Road.
2. New details on Sam Neill's death
Sam Neill's cause of death revealed
Sam Neill's agent said he is releasing the "Jurassic Park" actor's cause of death to correct news reports "which contain inaccuracies and outright falsehoods."
3. "Armed and dangerous" suspect sought: Have you seen him?
Mohave County attempted murder suspect wanted, considered 'armed and dangerous'
Silent Witness is offering up to $1,000 for information on an attempted murder suspect in Arizona.
4. Man allegedly stole over $150K from disabled friend
Scottsdale man indicted for allegedly defrauding disabled best friend
The Arizona Attorney General's Office is prosecuting a 61-year-old man accused of exploiting a vulnerable adult's Medicaid and Social Security benefits over a 14-year period.
5. Deadly shooting investigation at north Phoenix short-term rental
Man dies after being shot at party inside north Phoenix home
A man died at the hospital after police say he was shot on July 16 during a party at a home near 28th Street and Shea Boulevard.
A look at today's weather
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Storm risk increasing across Arizona
Statewide flood watches are active on Thursday. Southern Arizona is at high risk for flash flooding, and Phoenix storm chances will rise by the evening.