Arizona car wash boss accused of preying on 17-year-old worker — he's already on probation for child abuse

He was already serving probation for child abuse when he got a job managing teenagers at a Surprise car wash. Now, police say 27-year-old Christian Bourn is back behind bars after sexually exploiting a minor employee in her car.

Monsoon storm rolls into the Phoenix area, bringing rain, wind and dust
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Monsoon activity brought heavy downpours and blowing dust across the Phoenix-metro area on Sunday night. A formal dust storm warning advised drivers out west, as near zero visibility and wind gusts were observed. FOX 10's Andrew Christiansen has more on the evening storm chase.

Deal prevents Surprise facility from being used for ICE detention at this time: AZ AG

Arizona Attorney General Kris Mayes says a deal has been reached that will prevent a warehouse in Surprise from being used as an ICE detention, at least for now.

Tire slashing caught on camera outside Surprise home
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Surprise police are investigating after a resident's car tire was slashed late Tuesday night. FOX 10's Nicole Krasean learns more about the incident, all captured on a neighborhood security camera.

Surprise DHS warehouse gets green light as DHS scales back on facilities nationwide
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The Department of Homeland Security has rescinded a stop-work order on a controversial immigration facility in Surprise. The project moves forward despite DHS scaling back similar facility plans in five other states.

Man fatally shot by Surprise police, father found dead inside home following argument

Authorities are investigating an officer-involved shooting that occurred Saturday afternoon in Surprise. No law enforcement officers were injured in the incident.

Surprise PD creates monitored 'exchange zone' site
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Online transactions can become dangerous at times, as people have been robbed while trying to exchange items bought or sold online. FOX 10's Annalisa Pardo spoke with Surprise Police to learn more about their monitored "safe exchange zone."

Surprise teen assault leads to police submitting Preston's Law charges

Two teenagers face potential felony charges under Preston's Law, after a 15-year-old was ambushed at a Surprise house party in April.

Preston's Law charges submitted following assault
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Surprise Police say a violent assault at a large teen party in April qualifies for charges under Arizona’s 'Preston's Law.' The law, which was named after slain teen Preston Lord, targets group attacks. FOX 10's Megan Spector reports.

Arizona man charged with trying to set fire to Surprise ICE building, authorities say

Gabriel Mendoza-Acoltzi, 19, of Avondale, is accused of federal charges after allegedly using a propane tank and a torch to set fire to an ICE property in Surprise on Feb. 21.

Man indicted following fire at Surprise ICE facility
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Charges were brought against a man accused of setting fire to a Surprise property belonging to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE).

House hunting? Data suggests the most affordable cities to buy a home

Homeownership may still be possible – just in different cities. A new study reveals the most affordable U.S. housing markets in 2026.

Local businesses celebrate Valley moms for Mother's Day
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To celebrate Mother's Day, more than 100 local businesses came together for the annual Moms and Mimosa's event in Surprise. FOX 10's Irene Snyder checks out the celebration. 

Project Baccara: West Valley data center clears Maricopa County hurdle

Maricopa County supervisors voted to approve a permit for the Project Baccara data center in the West Valley, but there are still more hurdles ahead for the controversial project.

AZ data center project clears Maricopa Co. hurdle
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Maricopa County supervisors voted to approve a permit for a new West Valley data center despite opposition. The project, however, still faces more hurdles. FOX 10's Megan Spector reports.

1 hurt after garbage truck crashes into Surprise backyard
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One person was taken to a hospital following a crash between a car and a garbage truck on May 6 near Reems and Waddell roads. FOX 10's Desiree Fluellen has more.

New data center planned for Glendale sparks concerns among residents

The Glendale City Council unanimously approved a pre-annexation development agreement for a new project featuring two data center buildings.

Protests erupt over proposed ICE facility in Surprise
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Hundreds gathered to voice opposition against a proposed ICE detention facility in Surprise, just one day after the state's attorney general filed a federal lawsuit to stop the project. DHS bought the 418,000-square-foot warehouse for more than $70 million last January. FOX 10's Jacob Luthi hears more of what protesters have to say about the "house of horrors."