Nightly Roundup: State of Emergency for heat wave; crime spree leaves Phoenix in shock
PHOENIX - From what Governor Katie Hobbs has declared to deal with our recent heat wave, to a peculiar story about a critter that closed a supermarket, here's a look at some of the top stories on FOX10Phoenix.com for Friday, August 11, 2023.
1. State of Emergency declared for Arizona heat wave
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Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs declares State of Emergency due to historic heat wave
Gov. Katie Hobbs has declared a State of Emergency due to the historic heat parts of the state experienced this summer.
2. Chilling details released in online date murder
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Teen charged with killing online date at hotel before stealing his wallet, car
Emma Kusak met her date on Bumble; they texted for about 2 months before meeting up: police
3. Crime spree shocks Phoenix residents
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Suspect captured in Phoenix after SR 51 police shooting, pursuit, carjackings and crashes
A suspect has been arrested following a 'critical incident' along the Piestewa Freeway in Phoenix, according to police.
4. Update on incident in Grand Canyon area
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Teen in stable condition following fall along the Grand Canyon's North Rim
A teenage boy remains in stable condition, according to officials with Grand Canyon National Park, following a fall along the North Rim earlier in the week.
5. The spider does what???
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Spider with erection-inducing bite shuts down supermarket, but owners insist store is safe to reopen
Researchers have used the spider's venom in studies to treat erectile dysfunction.
Also, a look at what's happening this week
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Things to do in Phoenix this weekend: Game On Expo, National Bowling Day and more
Here's some fun events and things to do in the Valley this weekend for Aug. 11-13.