'Staggering': Phoenix Police sees nearly 6,500% spike in reported catalytic converter theft cases
Catalytic converter thefts are on the rise in Arizona across most cities, and in Phoenix, we're seeing a nearly 6,500% rise in reported cases. We take a look at why, the cost for the victim, the payout for the suspect, and how police departments are handling the cases.
Catalytic converter thefts are on the rise in Arizona across most cities, and in Phoenix, we're seeing a nearly 6,500% rise in reported cases. We take a look at why, the cost for the victim, the payout for the suspect, and how police departments are handling the cases.
Cool House: Uncharted Tiny Homes
FOX 10's Syleste Rodriguez shows off some tiny, but mighty Uncharted Tiny Homes.
FOX 10's Syleste Rodriguez shows off some tiny, but mighty Uncharted Tiny Homes.
Prom Closet offers dresses, tuxes at Glendale school during 2-day event
The Prom Closet's two-day event is on April 2 and 16 at Landmark School in Glendale.
The Prom Closet's two-day event is on April 2 and 16 at Landmark School in Glendale.
3 suspects wanted after Phoenix convenience store burglarized
Police are looking for three people who reportedly were involved in a burglary at a convenience store near 23rd Avenue and Bethany Home Road on Feb. 2.
Police are looking for three people who reportedly were involved in a burglary at a convenience store near 23rd Avenue and Bethany Home Road on Feb. 2.
Aspen University investigation: For-profit nursing school placed on probation by Arizona state nursing board
An private, for-profit online university has reached a consent agreement with Arizona nursing officials amid an investigation into the university over its failure rate on a national exam that determines if it is safe for the school's graduates to practice nursing.
An private, for-profit online university has reached a consent agreement with Arizona nursing officials amid an investigation into the university over its failure rate on a national exam that determines if it is safe for the school's graduates to practice nursing.
COVID-19 relief fraud case: Nearly 20 Arizonans accused of engaging in $3.5M scheme
In Phoenix, a crackdown on fraudsters who swooped in on billions of COVID-19 relief funding is now underway, and we are taking a look at a case where 20 defendants reportedly racked up at least $3.5 million.
In Phoenix, a crackdown on fraudsters who swooped in on billions of COVID-19 relief funding is now underway, and we are taking a look at a case where 20 defendants reportedly racked up at least $3.5 million.
Cool House: Villa living in Paradise Valley
FOX 10's Syleste Rodriguez shows off a home in Paradise Valley where you can order takeout from a neighboring resort, just in case you want to put your feet up and relax.
FOX 10's Syleste Rodriguez shows off a home in Paradise Valley where you can order takeout from a neighboring resort, just in case you want to put your feet up and relax.
Man wanted for stealing lottery tickets from north Phoenix Circle K
The alleged burglary happened on January 23 at a location near Cave Creek and Beardsley Road.
The alleged burglary happened on January 23 at a location near Cave Creek and Beardsley Road.
Father fights for answers as Najib 'Jubi' Monsif's skull remains missing after body was found months ago
A father continues to look for answers months after the discovery of his son's remains. 20-year-old Najib "Jubi" Monsif was missing for more than two months out of Scottsdale before his body was found in a canal without his skull.
A father continues to look for answers months after the discovery of his son's remains. 20-year-old Najib "Jubi" Monsif was missing for more than two months out of Scottsdale before his body was found in a canal without his skull.
Luggage of Love: Phoenix area car dealerships help foster children in Arizona
Larry H. Miller car dealerships are collecting luggage for those in need for the entire month of March, as part of the Luggage of Love event. FOX 10's Anita Roman has more, in this week's edition of Community Cares.
Larry H. Miller car dealerships are collecting luggage for those in need for the entire month of March, as part of the Luggage of Love event. FOX 10's Anita Roman has more, in this week's edition of Community Cares.
Video: Suspect unable to force open Phoenix Walgreens safe takes 2 cash register drawers instead
Phoenix Police investigators are asking for the public's help to identify a suspect accused of robbing a Walgreens store near 67th Ave. and Thomas Rd.
Phoenix Police investigators are asking for the public's help to identify a suspect accused of robbing a Walgreens store near 67th Ave. and Thomas Rd.
Amid catalytic converter theft wave, some are willing to exploit legal loopholes on converter sales
As Arizona deals with a wave of catalytic converter thefts, we go undercover at some recycling yards in the Phoenix area to see if they will buy a catalytic converter from us, in violation of state law.
As Arizona deals with a wave of catalytic converter thefts, we go undercover at some recycling yards in the Phoenix area to see if they will buy a catalytic converter from us, in violation of state law.
Cool House: Historic home renovation in Encanto Palmcroft
FOX 10's Syleste Rodriguez shows off a historic home renovation in the Encanto Palmcroft neighborhood in midtown Phoenix.
FOX 10's Syleste Rodriguez shows off a historic home renovation in the Encanto Palmcroft neighborhood in midtown Phoenix.
Man wanted for stealing cartons of cigarettes from north Phoenix Walgreens
The suspect came into the store near 35th Avenue and Dunlap on Jan. 27 at around 2:26 p.m. and approached the checkout counter, according to Silent Witness.
The suspect came into the store near 35th Avenue and Dunlap on Jan. 27 at around 2:26 p.m. and approached the checkout counter, according to Silent Witness.
Arson suspect wanted after multiple Surprise homes, cars set on fire
The Surprise arsons happened at a home near Sweetwater and Bullard Avenue and another home located near Mountain View Boulevard and Loop 303.
The Surprise arsons happened at a home near Sweetwater and Bullard Avenue and another home located near Mountain View Boulevard and Loop 303.
Cool House: Encanto Palmcroft homes in midtown Phoenix
FOX 10's Syleste Rodriguez showcases two beautiful homes in the Encanto Palmcroft neighborhood in midtown Phoenix.
FOX 10's Syleste Rodriguez showcases two beautiful homes in the Encanto Palmcroft neighborhood in midtown Phoenix.
Suspect who killed Phoenix teen in 2007 still on the loose as police ask for public's help
The person responsible for shooting and killing a Phoenix teenager in 2007 still hasn't been found 15 years later and Phoenix Police are asking for the public's help to piece together who may have done this.
The person responsible for shooting and killing a Phoenix teenager in 2007 still hasn't been found 15 years later and Phoenix Police are asking for the public's help to piece together who may have done this.
Court documents detail life of crime for alleged serial burglar who blames drug addiction for his troubles
Chandler Police officials say Charles Payne, who has been in and out of prison since the late 1980s, has made a career out of 'smash and grab.' They say he has broken into dozens of businesses, costing innocent people tens of thousands of dollars. Payne, meanwhile, blamed his behavior on drug addiction.
Chandler Police officials say Charles Payne, who has been in and out of prison since the late 1980s, has made a career out of 'smash and grab.' They say he has broken into dozens of businesses, costing innocent people tens of thousands of dollars. Payne, meanwhile, blamed his behavior on drug addiction.
Woman wanted for stealing from north Phoenix Circle K multiple times while in disguise
Police say she stole items from behind the counter at a Circle K at 40th Street and Union Hills Drive on three different days last year: Oct. 7, Oct. 8 and Oct. 10.
Police say she stole items from behind the counter at a Circle K at 40th Street and Union Hills Drive on three different days last year: Oct. 7, Oct. 8 and Oct. 10.
W Series: Female motorsport series brought would-be competitors to Arizona tracks for the first time
An all-female racing circuit came to Arizona in search for a new crop of female racecar drivers who can prove they have what it takes to race in what is known as the W Series one day.
An all-female racing circuit came to Arizona in search for a new crop of female racecar drivers who can prove they have what it takes to race in what is known as the W Series one day.