Study reveals pre-CTE damage in brains of even young contact-sport athletes

An NIH-funded study of athletes under 51 found repeated head impacts can cause early neuron loss and brain inflammation years before CTE is detectable.

Border wall construction underway in San Rafael Valley
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Environmentalists are speaking out against a new section of border wall that is under construction in eastern Santa Cruz County.

New MRI brain scan predicts Alzheimer's risk years before symptoms develop

Elevated levels of this certain chemical element in the brain could serve as an early warning sign for Alzheimer's disease, researchers say.

Mother of boy killed by alligator arrested for abuse, neglect: police

The mother of a 12-year-old boy who went missing from his home in New Orleans and was killed by an alligator has been charged with negligent homicide.

Axolotls join Butterfly Wonderland in Scottsdale
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Butterfly Wonderland in Scottsdale is welcoming some of its newest residents: two axolotls. San Diego Zoo describes axolotls as a type of salamander that now live in the Mexico City area. FOX 10's Danielle Miller has more on the animal.

Rocks found by NASA's Mars rover offer strongest hints yet of past life

Rocks found on Mars may provide the strongest evidence yet of past life on the Red Planet, but more testing is needed to back up those findings.

Deadly 'kissing bug' disease becoming endemic in the US: CDC

Chagas disease, also known as the “kissing bug" disease, is spreading across the United States, and some researchers believe it should now be classified as an endemic,

Hikers on psychedelic mushrooms rescued after getting lost in NY mountains

A hiking trip took a “trippy" turn that ended with a group having to be rescued from a popular mountain destination in New York State last month.

Chandler to host free municipal airport tour
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The City of Chandler is giving residents a chance to get a behind-the-scenes look at its municipal airport. FOX 10's Danielle Miller has more.

ASU researchers find human teeth fossils

An ASU research team has discovered 13 ancient human teeth in Ethiopia, dating back to 2.6 to 2.8 million years ago, that appear to be different from any previously known species.

ASU researchers dig for ancient teeth in Ethiopia
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ASU researchers are searching for ancient human teeth in Ethiopia. What they find could provide new insights into early human development. FOX 10's Steve Nielsen has the details.

Arkansas man, 72, mauled by 70-pound bear

The man suffered extensive injuries to his face and upper body before being airlifted to a hospital.

Man dies in shark attack at Sydney beach

A man in his 50s was killed by a large shark while surfing at a beach near Sydney, Australia on Saturday.

Total lunar eclipse coinciding with this weekend’s full moon

This month’s full moon coincides with a lunar eclipse – but it unfolds on the opposite side of the world Sunday night and early Monday.

Rare manatee sighting in Texas temporarily halts $64 million construction project

According to the Texas Marine Mammal Stranding Network, sometimes West Indian Manatees migrate from Florida to Texas in the summer. These sightings are still rare.

Possible life on another planet? | FOX 10 Talks
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Anchor Brian Webb & Executive Producer Trenton Hooker speak to University of Arizona astronomer Kevin Wagner about space, UFOs, aliens and life beyond earth. According to recent findings, Wagner shares how life could be viable at another planet, 4 lightyears away named Alpha Centauri.