Behind-the-scenes with NASCAR spotter Johnathon Platt at Phoenix Raceway
After winning the United Rentals Work 500, William Byron said it wasn't just him getting the victory, but a complete team effort. These drivers have a supporting cast from the pit crew to the spotters and photojournalist Louis Tortora gives us an inside look at one spotter, Johnathon Platt and his experience at the track with guiding driver Conner Jones.
After winning the United Rentals Work 500, William Byron said it wasn't just him getting the victory, but a complete team effort. These drivers have a supporting cast from the pit crew to the spotters and photojournalist Louis Tortora gives us an inside look at one spotter, Johnathon Platt and his experience at the track with guiding driver Conner Jones.
Crime Files: Arizona man's memorial continuously destroyed; Parents arrested in teen son's death
Our top stories for the week of March 6: A family in Surprise is remembering their son Bryce Burgess with a memorial where he was killed in a motorcycle crash, but they're not able to do that in peace because someone keeps destroying it; The investigation into the death of a 16-year-old Arizona boy has led to the arrest of his parents; A carjacking suspect is dead after reportedly fleeing from authorities in Arizona; Police say they found a K-9 who went missing from his handler's home, but it appears the dog bit someone while out, reportedly leaving several deep puncture wounds; A semi-truck driver was likely impaired when he crashed on Interstate 17, causing commuters to be stranded on the highway for hours.
Our top stories for the week of March 6: A family in Surprise is remembering their son Bryce Burgess with a memorial where he was killed in a motorcycle crash, but they're not able to do that in peace because someone keeps destroying it; The investigation into the death of a 16-year-old Arizona boy has led to the arrest of his parents; A carjacking suspect is dead after reportedly fleeing from authorities in Arizona; Police say they found a K-9 who went missing from his handler's home, but it appears the dog bit someone while out, reportedly leaving several deep puncture wounds; A semi-truck driver was likely impaired when he crashed on Interstate 17, causing commuters to be stranded on the highway for hours.
Avondale Police investigate fatal crash involving single vehicle
The Avondale Police Department is investigating a fatal crash that happened early Saturday morning near El Mirage Road and Parkway Lane.
The Avondale Police Department is investigating a fatal crash that happened early Saturday morning near El Mirage Road and Parkway Lane.
Events, things to do in Phoenix this weekend: March 10-12
NASCAR Weekend, Rodeo Scottsdale, the Aloha Festival and more is happening in the Valley this weekend.
NASCAR Weekend, Rodeo Scottsdale, the Aloha Festival and more is happening in the Valley this weekend.
Avondale Police K-9 found after going missing, but reportedly attacked a man while out
Police say they found a K-9 who went missing from his handler's home, but it appears the dog bit someone while out, reportedly leaving several deep puncture wounds.
Police say they found a K-9 who went missing from his handler's home, but it appears the dog bit someone while out, reportedly leaving several deep puncture wounds.
Son of a murdered beauty salon owner is opening the doors once again
The son of a woman who was murdered in her own Avondale beauty salon last year by her husband is reopening the shop in her memory. “One thing I know she didn't want to do is close this, which is why I decided that it had to be open. We couldn't just let it be lost.”
The son of a woman who was murdered in her own Avondale beauty salon last year by her husband is reopening the shop in her memory. “One thing I know she didn't want to do is close this, which is why I decided that it had to be open. We couldn't just let it be lost.”
Police shooting in Avondale leaves suspect dead, officials say
A suspect was declared dead at the scene, according to Avondale Police officials, following a shooting that involved a police officer.
A suspect was declared dead at the scene, according to Avondale Police officials, following a shooting that involved a police officer.
Woman dies in Avondale house fire, 2 others burned
First responders were called to the home near Central Avenue and Lower Buckeye Road at 10:50 p.m. on Feb. 18.
First responders were called to the home near Central Avenue and Lower Buckeye Road at 10:50 p.m. on Feb. 18.
Breaking down the reported armed carjacking of an APS worker
An APS worker stopped to assist the suspect with his vehicle, but the suspect pulled out a gun and took the worker's truck, leaving the worker on the side of the road. Authorities later found the vehicle abandoned in a ditch near Avondale and Lower Buckeye Road. After abandoning the APS truck, DPS spokesman Bart Graves said the suspect entered a nearby home through the backyard, still armed with a gun. FOX 10's Troy Hayden breaks down the locations and timeline.
An APS worker stopped to assist the suspect with his vehicle, but the suspect pulled out a gun and took the worker's truck, leaving the worker on the side of the road. Authorities later found the vehicle abandoned in a ditch near Avondale and Lower Buckeye Road. After abandoning the APS truck, DPS spokesman Bart Graves said the suspect entered a nearby home through the backyard, still armed with a gun. FOX 10's Troy Hayden breaks down the locations and timeline.
Suspect with lengthy criminal history jailed after carjacking APS worker, DPS says
An APS worker stopped to assist the suspect with his broken-down vehicle, but the suspect pulled out a gun and took the worker's truck, leaving the worker on the side of the road, the Arizona Department of Public Safety said.
An APS worker stopped to assist the suspect with his broken-down vehicle, but the suspect pulled out a gun and took the worker's truck, leaving the worker on the side of the road, the Arizona Department of Public Safety said.
Armed suspect who was chasing woman shot, killed by police in Avondale
Once at the scene, police say they encountered the armed suspect who “posed an immediate deadly threat to the officers on scene, therefore officers were forced to fire upon the adult male.”
Once at the scene, police say they encountered the armed suspect who “posed an immediate deadly threat to the officers on scene, therefore officers were forced to fire upon the adult male.”
Avondale gas station clerk shoots armed robbery suspect, police say
“In all reality, he didn't need to say anything,” he said. “The moment he pointed the gun at me, it was pretty obvious what he was there for.”
“In all reality, he didn't need to say anything,” he said. “The moment he pointed the gun at me, it was pretty obvious what he was there for.”
Idaho murder victims: Who were Ethan Chapin, Xana Kernodle, Kaylee Goncalves, Madison Mogen
The college town of Moscow, Idaho is still reeling from the loss of University of Idaho students Ethan Chapin, Xana Kernodle, Kaylee Goncalves and Madison Mogen.
The college town of Moscow, Idaho is still reeling from the loss of University of Idaho students Ethan Chapin, Xana Kernodle, Kaylee Goncalves and Madison Mogen.
Arizona girl who is losing her sight gets Disneyland trip with help from Avondale police officers
Avondale Police officials say the girl, known as Ana, suffers from a genetic disease, which means she will eventually lose her eyesight. After a successful fundraiser, Ana finally got the chance to go on what can be called the trip of a lifetime.
Avondale Police officials say the girl, known as Ana, suffers from a genetic disease, which means she will eventually lose her eyesight. After a successful fundraiser, Ana finally got the chance to go on what can be called the trip of a lifetime.
Crime Files: Arizona troopers stop wrong-way driver; Remains of kidnapped teen found
Our top crime stories for the week of Dec. 26: Wrong-way driver on I-10 in Avondale stopped with grappler; body of kidnapped teen found in rural Maricopa County; driver arrested for DUI after deadly head-on crash in Scottsdale; Surprise man watches home get set on fire through doorbell camera; and a Goodyear massage therapist accused of sexual assault.
Our top crime stories for the week of Dec. 26: Wrong-way driver on I-10 in Avondale stopped with grappler; body of kidnapped teen found in rural Maricopa County; driver arrested for DUI after deadly head-on crash in Scottsdale; Surprise man watches home get set on fire through doorbell camera; and a Goodyear massage therapist accused of sexual assault.
Massive music festival 'Decadence Arizona' to celebrate NYE in Phoenix, rain or shine
Rain or shine, a massive music festival and party is underway at the Phoenix Raceway in Avondale with revelers dancing away the very last hours of 2022. FOX 10?s Lauren Clark has the details for "Decadence Arizona."
Rain or shine, a massive music festival and party is underway at the Phoenix Raceway in Avondale with revelers dancing away the very last hours of 2022. FOX 10?s Lauren Clark has the details for "Decadence Arizona."
Watch: Wrong-way driver on I-10 in Avondale stopped with grappler
The suspect, identified as 32-year-old Sadie Kelly, was then pulled from the car and taken into custody.
The suspect, identified as 32-year-old Sadie Kelly, was then pulled from the car and taken into custody.
Arizona Rep. Lorenzo Sierra diagnosed with prostate cancer
Arizona State Representative Lorenzo Sierra has been diagnosed with prostate cancer, according to a post on the Avondale Democrat's Facebook page.
Arizona State Representative Lorenzo Sierra has been diagnosed with prostate cancer, according to a post on the Avondale Democrat's Facebook page.
10-year-old boy dies following Avondale crash, 5 others hurt
According to police, four children and two adults were hospitalized following the crash. A 10-year-old boy died at the hospital. The other three children are in critical condition.
According to police, four children and two adults were hospitalized following the crash. A 10-year-old boy died at the hospital. The other three children are in critical condition.
'Seusspicious-looking' passenger causes HOV driver to be cited
A “Seusspicious-looking” passenger was caught in the HOV lane on I-10 in the Phoenix area and authorities are warning inflatable holiday decorations don't count as another person.
A “Seusspicious-looking” passenger was caught in the HOV lane on I-10 in the Phoenix area and authorities are warning inflatable holiday decorations don't count as another person.