Minnesota pumpkin grower wins World Championship Pumpkin Weigh-Off

Minnesota's Travis Gienger won the World Championship Pumpkin Weigh-Off in California for the second year in a row, with his pumpkin Rudy taking home the grand prize. 

What's open and closed on Columbus Day, Indigenous Peoples' Day 2024?

Columbus Day is recognized as a federal holiday on the second Monday in October. While not a federal holiday, Indigenous Peoples’ Day is also recognized in several states and cities.

Visit Scarizona if you want Halloween fun
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It's the season for haunted houses across the Valley! FOX 10?s Lauren Clark got a peek of Scarizona, and she she gives us the sights and sounds of it all.

Checking out Evil Izzy's Haunted Emporium
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There are only 24 days until Halloween, which means plenty of time go out and get a costume. FOX 10's Tom Fergus is at a new costume shop in the west Valley, Evil Izzy's Haunted Emporium, that has the Halloween experience year-round.

Spooky season for kids: Watch these 7 scary movies this week

Our film critic recommends "The Secret of NIMH," "The Boxtrolls" "The NeverEnding Story," "Muppets Haunted Mansion" and more spooky season flicks. Plus, learn where you can watch them all.

Is unpasteurized apple cider safe to drink? Here's what the FDA says

Apple cider is a nice treat for the fall season, but there are some health risks linked to consuming unpasteurized drinks. Here's what you need to know.

JCPenney to hire more than 10,000 workers this holiday season

JCPenney is hiring more than 10,000 seasonal workers nationwide ahead of the holiday season. Here are the other companies looking for seasonal employees.

Chompie's hosts Rosh Hashanah feasts at Phoenix and Scottsdale locations

The Jewish holiday of Rosh Hashanah begins at sundown on Oct. 2 and family-owned Jewish deli Chompie's is hosting a feast to celebrate the occasion on Oct. 3.

Halloween Town opens two locations in the Valley
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Halloween Town is a family-friendly, holiday-themed event with carnival games and pumpkin patches to celebrate the fall season. FOX 10's Dominique Newland has more from it's location in Gilbert.

Mesa's JLS Costumes is ready for the Halloween season
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It's Oct. 1 which means Halloween is just 30 days away and the countdown to find the perfect costume is on. FOX 10's Danielle Miller takes us to the only locally owned costume shop left in the Valley, JLS Costumes.

Black Lagoon pop-up event begins at Sunny's Lounge
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A new pop-up event for Halloween is just getting started in Phoenix. The Black Lagoon is an immersive creepy cocktail experience just in time for Halloween.

Spooky season flicks: Watch these 6 scary movies this week

Our film critic recommends "Jaws," "Happy Death Day," "The Descent," "Jennifer's Body" and more spooky season flicks. Plus, learn where you can watch them all.

Shamrock Farms begins making its eggnog for the holidays
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It's that time of year, and although it doesn't feel like fall, the flavors of fall are here. We got a behind-the-scenes look at the eggnog production happening at Shamrock Farms. FOX 10's Danielle Miller gives us a look.

National Coffee Day: Enjoy discounts and freebies on your next cup

National Coffee Day, celebrated on September 29, is a favorite among coffee lovers, with businesses offering enticing deals to mark the occasion.

Spirit Halloween suffers backlash for selling ‘bullet belt’ costume accessory

'It was not our intention for this product or its placement in the store to be viewed in any way other than a punk rock accessory,' the company told WAVY.