Nightly Roundup: Protest against April McLaughlin; stolen cars recovered after DPS probe

From a court hearing related to a ‘House of Horrors’ in Chandler to cars that were seized as part of a DPS investigation involving the sale of stolen vehicles, here are some of our top stories.

April McLaughlin denied request to get dogs back after abuse allegations
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FOX 10's Justin Lum and Stephanie Bennett have the latest after a judge denied April McLaughlin's request to get 13 of her seized dogs back on Oct. 11. It comes weeks after 55 dogs were taken from her home and she was charged with a slew of animal abuse charges. Those charges have since been dropped pending further review.

Inside the 'house of horrors': 'Biohazard' detailed in report of Chandler animal, elder abuse suspect's home

We're getting a look inside the Chandler home where dozens of dogs were said to have been abused by April McLaughlin. A report details "biohazards" inside the home as first responders rescued the dogs and her elderly mother from the "house of horrors."

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.

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.

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.

AZ abuse suspect trying to retain dogs' custody
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As an investigation surrounding allegations of animal abuse continue in Chandler, the suspect in the case has filed to regain custody of the dogs, according to officials with the Arizona Humane Society.

Vigil in Chandler for domestic violence awareness
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October is National Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and the City of Chandler is making several moves to bring awareness to the issue. FOX 10's Lindsey Ragas reports.

Chandler animal abuse investigation: Group holds vigil for animal victims

A vigil was organized in Chandler on Sept. 30 to remember the animals found living in horrid conditions inside a home that was billed as a special needs dog rescue.

Former Arizona firefighter sentenced for setting ex-girlfriend's house on fire

Eric Donald Jones, 43, was sentenced to 10.5 years in prison after being found guilty of arson, endangerment, criminal damage, assault, and a weapons charge, the Maricopa County Attorney's Office said on Sept. 29.

Nightly Roundup: 'Survival Kit' for Phoenix schools; new twist in Turf Paradise's future

From an in-depth look at an animal and adult abuse investigation that has rocked Arizona to the latest on President Joe Biden's Arizona visit, here's some of our top stories.

Chandler PD did welfare checks at home of suspected of animal, elder abuse
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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.

Arizona artist fusing coffee with paintings, literally

For a New Yorker-turned-Arizonan, what began as a spill at a coffee shop turned into an artform that he has since taught others to appreciate.

Nightly Roundup: Shocking abuse investigation; outrage over Phoenix rehab center

From the latest in an animal and adult abuse investigation to anger surrounding a rehab facility in the Valley, here's a look at some of our top stories.