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PHOENIX - From a new claim filed in the wrongful detainment of a former Cardinals linebacker, to a man accused of threatening an administrator at a Phoenix trade school, here's a look at some of your top stories on FOX10Phoenix.com for Tuesday, October 7, 2025.
1. Lawsuit filed by former Cardinals player after wrongful detainment
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Former Cardinals player wrongfully detained to file lawsuit
Former Arizona Cardinals player Wesley Leasy has filed a claim against Mesa and Phoenix Police after he and his daughter were mistakenly held at gunpoint.
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The April incident occurred when police mistook Wesley Leasy for a murder suspect whose physical description and race did not match his.
2. Suspect allegedly threatened school, employee demanding a classmate to graduate
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Man accused of threatening Phoenix school, admin
A man was arrested in Phoenix after allegedly threatening a teacher and a trade school.
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The threats, which included mentions of firearms, caused the school to close early on the day they were made.
3. Women-owned restaurants packed during Mercury finals
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Phoenix Mercury fans pack women-owned restaurants during finals
Local Phoenix businesses, like sports bars and breweries, are seeing huge crowds for team watch parties as the Phoenix Mercury return home for the WNBA Finals.
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Local Phoenix businesses, like sports bars and breweries, are seeing huge crowds for team watch parties.
4. Loved ones remember man killed in Tempe
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'Lost a really good guy': Community mourns victim shot in Tempe by man he never met
A Scottsdale barber, Gustavo Gonzalez ("Goose"), was shot and killed by a neighbor while getting into his car to go to church.
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A Scottsdale barber, Gustavo Gonzalez ("Goose"), was shot and killed by a neighbor while getting into his car to go to church.
5. National Taco Day 2025: Here’s where you can find the best deals
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National Taco Day 2025: Here’s where you can find the best deals, freebies
Tuesday’s National Taco Day—now set for the first Tuesday of October to align with Taco Tuesday—brings a wave of promos nationwide.
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National Taco Day isn't over yet, as restaurants nationwide are offering special deals.
A look at your weather
Evening weather forecast - 10/7/25
Rain chances increase later this week, as Hurricane Priscilla brings moisture to the Valley. FOX 10's Erica Horvatin has the latest.