O.J. Simpson dead from cancer; Glendale mother and boyfriend in hot water | Nightly Roundup

From the death of an iconic controversial figure in American society, O.J. Simpson to the story of a mother and her boyfriend suspected of murder and child abuse, here's a look at some of the top stories on FOX10Phoenix.com for Thursday, April 11.

FBI director warns of 'elevated' public, national safety; pushes for increased funding

FBI Director Christopher Wray told the House Appropriations subcommittee on Thursday that there is an increasing concern of a potential coordinated attack in the U.S., similar to the Islamic State in Khorasan Province (ISIS-K) attack last month at a concert hall in Russia.

New rule issued to expand background checks
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The Biden administration is issuing a new rule requiring gun dealers nationwide to conduct background checks on buyers when selling at gun shows or other places outside stores.

Shouts of 'Shame! Shame!' erupt in Arizona House as fight over abortion ban engulfs lawmakers

The Arizona Legislature devolved into shouts of “Shame! Shame!" as Republican lawmakers quickly shut down discussion on a proposed repeal of the state's newly revived 1864 law that criminalizes abortion throughout pregnancy unless a woman’s life is at risk.

Gun show loophole: White House issues new rule to expand background checks

The rule closes a loophole allowing guns to be sold each year by unlicensed dealers who don’t perform background checks on potential buyers legally banned from having a gun.

Arizona abortion law: No vote held to repeal near-total ban that dates back to 1864

Arizona state lawmakers met on April 10 for the first time since the state's Supreme Court allowed a near-total abortion ban that dates back to 1864 to take effect. While some believe a vote to repeal the law will take place on Wednesday, that didn't happen.

Arizona abortion law: No vote held to repeal ban
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Lawmakers in the Arizona State House gathered on April 10 for the first time since the state's Supreme Court allowed a near-total ban that dates back to 1864 to take effect. While some expected a repeal vote to take place, that did not happen. FOX 10's Steve Nielsen reports.

Former Trump executive Allen Weisselberg sentenced to 5 months in jail for lying in civil fraud case

Retired Trump Organization executive Allen Weisselberg has received a five-month jail sentence for lying under oath during testimony in a lawsuit brought against Donald Trump by New York’s attorney general.

Trump says Arizona’s abortion ban goes 'too far,' defends the overturning of Roe v. Wade

The Arizona Supreme Court ruling on Tuesday cleared the way for the enforcement of an 1864 law that bans abortion at all stages of pregnancy with no exceptions for rape or incest.

Newest member of Phoenix City Council sworn-in
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Carlos Galindo-Elvira was appointed to District 7, taking over the seat for former Councilwoman Yassamin Ansari, who is running for the U.S. House seat being left vacant by Ruben Gallego. Galindo-Elvira is a former mayor of Hayden, Arizona.

TV networks urge Biden, Trump to commit to 2024 election debates

The five television networks have joined forces to draft a letter to encourage President Joe Biden and Donald Trump to participate in the debates ahead of the November presidential election.

Kamala Harris visiting AZ to address abortion rights
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Vice President Kamala Harris will be in Tucson on April 12 as part of her "Fight for Reproductive Freedoms" tour. She will also visit California and Michigan. Harris' visit comes after the Arizona Supreme Court issued a ruling that will implement a near-total ban on abortions in the state.

Arizona abortion law: What to know as near-total ban from 1864 is restored by state supreme court

A new ruling from the Arizona Supreme Court means that abortion will soon be mostly banned in Arizona as a result of a 19th century law. Here's what to know about the ruling, and what could happen in the future that can change the situation once again.

Arizona abortion ruling places state among strictest in US, residents react

Today the Arizona Supreme Court came down with a ruling that will implement a near-total ban on abortion across the state with an exception for mothers whose lives are in danger mid-pregnancy. Arizonan's are reacting.

Arizona Supreme Court abortion law: citizens react
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Reaction has been pouring in regarding the Arizona Supreme Court's decision on abortion law in the state. From lawmakers to concerned citizens, everyone seems to have thoughts on the ruling. FOX 10's Kenzie Beach has more.

Arizona Supreme Court issues abortion ruling; Scottsdale mayor opposes NHL stadium | Nightly Roundup

From the Arizona Supreme Court issuing a ruling on abortion law to Scottsdale, to the mayor of Scottsdale speaking out against an NHL arena project in north Phoenix, here's a look at some of the top stories on FOX10Phoenix.com for Tuesday, April 9.

AZ abortion law: What to know about the Civil War-era ban
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FOX 10's Justin Lum takes a deeper look into the state's near-total abortion ban that dates back to pre-statehood days, as well as the court ruling that allowed it to be enforced once again.

Abortions in Arizona: State can enforce 1864 law, supreme court rules

The Arizona Supreme Court ruled Tuesday that the state can enforce its long-dormant law criminalizing all abortions except when a mother's life is at stake.

Trump's legal trials converge on campaign trail
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Former President Donald Trump's hush money trial is set for oral arguments on April 25. Special Counsel Jack Smith threw out an appeal, saying Trump has no immunity from prosecution in the case.

AZ abortion law: People react to ruling on ban
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As news spread that Arizona's Supreme Court has allowed a near-total abortion ban that dates back to pre-statehood days to once again take effect, people are weighing in on the ruling. FOX 10's Kenzie Beach reports.