Deadly Phoenix light rail crash; good Samaritan hit by alleged drunk driver l Morning News Brief
From a deadly crash at a Phoenix intersection involving a light rail train to a suspected drunk driver accused of hitting and dragging a good Samaritan, here's a look at some of your top headlines for the morning of December 30.
From a deadly crash at a Phoenix intersection involving a light rail train to a suspected drunk driver accused of hitting and dragging a good Samaritan, here's a look at some of your top headlines for the morning of December 30.
Car goes airborne into Las Vegas backyard
Caught on camera, a car goes airborne after a driver crashed through a block wall at a Las Vegas home.
Caught on camera, a car goes airborne after a driver crashed through a block wall at a Las Vegas home.
Stock up now on these items before prices jump in early 2026, Wells Fargo says
Wells Fargo is warning consumers to buy essential home goods sooner rather than later, as noticeable price increases are expected in early 2026 due to higher tariffs.
Wells Fargo is warning consumers to buy essential home goods sooner rather than later, as noticeable price increases are expected in early 2026 due to higher tariffs.
NASCAR star Denny Hamlin's father dies from injuries in house fire, officials say
A North Carolina house fire left the father of NASCAR star Denny Hamlin dead and his mother seriously injured, officials said Monday night.
A North Carolina house fire left the father of NASCAR star Denny Hamlin dead and his mother seriously injured, officials said Monday night.
Outback Steakhouse sued after toilet shatters, injures man
A Florida man has filed a lawsuit against Outback Steakhouse, alleging he suffered severe injuries after a handicapped toilet seat suddenly shattered and collapsed beneath him.
A Florida man has filed a lawsuit against Outback Steakhouse, alleging he suffered severe injuries after a handicapped toilet seat suddenly shattered and collapsed beneath him.
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Hyundai recalling over 50K Tucson vehicles related to defective trailer harness
The recall affects certain 2022-2024 Hyundai Tucson model cars, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
The recall affects certain 2022-2024 Hyundai Tucson model cars, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
Drive sober, or face jail time: Police ramp up DUI checkpoints
Officers will be out in force to keep people safe as they ring in 2026. Last year, statewide DUI patrols over Christmas and New Year's Eve led to nearly 1,400 arrests.
Officers will be out in force to keep people safe as they ring in 2026. Last year, statewide DUI patrols over Christmas and New Year's Eve led to nearly 1,400 arrests.
Arizona weather forecast: Dry, partly cloudy conditions on Tuesday in Phoenix
The forecast remains dry on Tuesday with temperatures running well above average. The forecast high is 76 degrees in Phoenix with a partly to mostly cloudy sky and breezy conditions.
The forecast remains dry on Tuesday with temperatures running well above average. The forecast high is 76 degrees in Phoenix with a partly to mostly cloudy sky and breezy conditions.
Larry Fitzgerald named Pro Football Hall of Fame finalist
In his first year of eligibility, the legendary Arizona Cardinals wide receiver was named a top 15 finalist for the Pro Football Hall of Fame's 2026 class.
In his first year of eligibility, the legendary Arizona Cardinals wide receiver was named a top 15 finalist for the Pro Football Hall of Fame's 2026 class.
Deadly crash involving light rail at Phoenix intersection
A truck slammed into a light rail train early Tuesday morning, knocking it off the track near Central Avenue and Indian School Road. One person died in the collision. FOX 10's Irene Snyder reports.
A truck slammed into a light rail train early Tuesday morning, knocking it off the track near Central Avenue and Indian School Road. One person died in the collision. FOX 10's Irene Snyder reports.
Dog biscuits recalled due to possible salmonella contamination
Dog biscuits sold in several states have been recalled due to possible salmonella contamination.
Dog biscuits sold in several states have been recalled due to possible salmonella contamination.
Suspect arrested in downtown Phoenix shooting that hurt 4 victims, PD says
Police identified 22-year-old Keon Joubert as the suspect in a shooting that wounded four people in downtown Phoenix. One man suffered life-threatening injuries in the shooting, while three women were treated for non-life-threatening wounds.
Police identified 22-year-old Keon Joubert as the suspect in a shooting that wounded four people in downtown Phoenix. One man suffered life-threatening injuries in the shooting, while three women were treated for non-life-threatening wounds.
September severe storms l No. 2 Arizona weather event of 2025
FOX 10's Krystal Ortiz is counting down the top 5 Arizona weather events of 2025. Coming in at number two, September severe storms.
FOX 10's Krystal Ortiz is counting down the top 5 Arizona weather events of 2025. Coming in at number two, September severe storms.
Meet Aloka, the peace dog winning hearts nationwide during Walk for Peace
If you’ve spotted a calm, confident dog padding along beside a group of Buddhist monks — sometimes dressed better than the humans — you’ve likely met Aloka, better known as the Peace Dog.
If you’ve spotted a calm, confident dog padding along beside a group of Buddhist monks — sometimes dressed better than the humans — you’ve likely met Aloka, better known as the Peace Dog.
Ground beef recalled in 6 states due to potential E. coli contamination, USDA says
The affected beef products were distributed to six states, including California, Washington, and Pennsylvania.
The affected beef products were distributed to six states, including California, Washington, and Pennsylvania.
Tempe forms subcommittee to address e-bike safety
The Tempe City Council has formed a specialized subcommittee to address safety concerns surrounding e-bikes and other electric transportation devices.
The Tempe City Council has formed a specialized subcommittee to address safety concerns surrounding e-bikes and other electric transportation devices.
ADOT outlines 2026 Phoenix area freeway projects
The Arizona Department of Transportation is preparing for a busy year of construction in 2026, with several major projects slated for the Phoenix metropolitan area.
The Arizona Department of Transportation is preparing for a busy year of construction in 2026, with several major projects slated for the Phoenix metropolitan area.
Neighborhood reeling after driver allegedly crashes into wall, drags neighbor
Police arrested Samuel Gallegos-Morga, 35, after he allegedly crashed a rental truck into a retaining wall and dragged an elderly neighbor who had approached the vehicle to help. FOX 10's Taylor Wirtz has the details.
Police arrested Samuel Gallegos-Morga, 35, after he allegedly crashed a rental truck into a retaining wall and dragged an elderly neighbor who had approached the vehicle to help. FOX 10's Taylor Wirtz has the details.
Gila River Indian Community extends minor curfew through March
The Gila River Indian Community’s curfew for minors has been extended for a fifth time and will remain in effect through March, the governor announced.
The Gila River Indian Community’s curfew for minors has been extended for a fifth time and will remain in effect through March, the governor announced.