Chandler animal abuse investigation: Suspect's mother talks about so-called 'house of horrors'

It's been weeks since an animal and adult abuse investigation rocked an Arizona city. Now, for the first time, the mother of a woman authorities alleged was abusing dozens of dogs is talking about what happened.

Full Interview: Mom of abuse suspect tells her story
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It has been weeks since dozens of animals were seized from a Chandler home that also served as an animal rescue, and now, the mother of a woman who allegedly ran the rescue spoke with FOX 10 Investigator Justin Lum. This is the full version of her interview.

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.

Dog seized in Gilbert animal abuse probe needed surgery

As police continue to look into a case involving allegations of animal abuse in Gilbert, we are learning more about the medical care some of the dogs involved in the case have received.

Dog seized from Gilbert home needed surgery
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As police continue to look into a case involving allegations of animal abuse in Gilbert, we are learning that one of the dogs seized needed surgery. FOX 10's Lindsey Ragas reports.

Humane Society of Southern Arizona CEO ousted amid furor over animal transfer

Two executives with a humane society in Southern Arizona are no longer with the organization due to mounting controversy over the fate of animals that were transferred to the group by their counterpart in California.

Fat Bear Week begins as world celebrates champion of chonk in Alaska

This portliest time of the year is an annual celebration of the Brooks River brown bears and how they utilize their healthy and abundant ecosystem to pack on the pounds before winter hibernation.

US Navy sailor launches rescue of puppy saved during overseas deployment: ‘Can’t leave a comrade behind’

Paws of War co-founder Robert Misseri said in a statement that Koda’s story is a recurring situation for many active military members who rescue and "fall in love with animals overseas."

Box of giraffe poop seized at MSP Airport

A woman was stopped at the Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport (MSP) for attempting to bring giraffe poop into the country to make a necklace. 

Nightly Roundup: Outrage over rezoning plan; worries over smoke from fire

From worries over smoke from an ongoing fire near Scottsdale to outrage over a proposed plan that some say could negatively affect a Phoenix neighborhood, here's a look at our top stories tonight.

The latest on the Chandler animal abuse investigation: What's next for the dogs?

It's unclear where April McLaughlin has been since she was released from jail last week. Police had accused her of 55 counts of animal cruelty among other charges, but those were dropped on Sept. 27.

Commander, Biden's dog, no longer at White House after 'series' of biting incidents

President Joe Biden’s dog, Commander, is “not presently on the White House campus” following a series of biting incidents involving White House staff and U.S. Secret Service officers.

Arizona woman operates rescue for ferrets

When it comes to animal rescues, we often think of dog rescues and cat rescues. One Phoenix area woman, however, has opened a rescue to help a small animal that is considered to be a rodent in some parts of the country.

AZ woman operates ferret rescue
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When it comes to animal rescues, we often think of dog rescues and cat rescues. One Phoenix area woman, however, has opened a rescue to help a small animal that is considered to be a rodent in some parts of the country. FOX 10's Stephanie Bennett reports.

Charges dropped against Arizona animal abuse suspect: Here's what to know

It's a case that has sent shockwaves Arizona, as well as creating a firestorm of controversy on social media. Here's what you should know about a police investigation in the Phoenix area that include allegations of animal abuse, in addition to allegations of abuse involving a vulnerable adult.

Pandas could be gone from American zoos by the end of 2024

All giant pandas at zoos in the U.S. are currently on loan from China in separate agreements that are set to expire late next year.