Nightly Roundup: 'Survival Kit' for Phoenix schools; new twist in Turf Paradise's future
PHOENIX - From new developments in the future of a Phoenix area racecourse, to taking a deeper look at an animal and adult abuse investigation that has rocked Arizona, here's some of the top stories on FOX10Phoenix.com for Thursday, September 28, 2023.
1. Taking a closer look at the Chandler animal and adult abuse investigation
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Chandler PD conducted prior welfare checks at home of woman suspected of abusing dogs, elderly mother
The woman who police believe neglected and abused dozens of dogs, and her own mother, is free as the Maricopa County Attorney's Office sent the case back to the Chandler Police Department. We've uncovered her history with police knocking at her door.
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2. Presidential visit in Arizona
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President Joe Biden addressed Arizona, paid tribute to John McCain during visit
Air Force One landed during the evening hours of Sept. 27 at Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport, and flew President Biden away from Arizona the next day. During the President's time in Phoenix, he delivered a 'democracy-focused address,' and attended a private fundraising event.
3. City employees accused of fraud
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Phoenix firefighter, his supervisor and another employee accused of fraud, city says
A firefighter, his supervisor, and another city of Phoenix employee are accused of committing fraud by taking thousands of dollars from the government.
4. New life for Turf Paradise?
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Turf Paradise: Plans to close Phoenix racecourse reversed in 11th hour announcement
A piece of horseracing history in the Phoenix area was set to come to an end, but there's now a new twist in the future of Turf Paradise.
5. Phoenix area school district prepping "survival kits"
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Phoenix school district preparing 'survival kits' for potential lengthy lockdowns
The potential for gun violence on campus is a frightening reality for students and a Valley school district has made a big investment in preparing for that worst-case scenario.
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Miss USA: Tempe Police officer representing Arizona at national pageant
One can be forgiven for saying that life is imitating art in the case of a Tempe Police officer who will represent Arizona in the Miss USA Pageant.