AZ school superintendent challenges firing; Valley Uber driver arrested l Morning News Brief
From an ousted Arizona superintendent who is now challenging his termination to a Valley Uber driver accused of sexually assaulting a female passenger, here's a look at some of your top headlines for the morning of December 18.
From an ousted Arizona superintendent who is now challenging his termination to a Valley Uber driver accused of sexually assaulting a female passenger, here's a look at some of your top headlines for the morning of December 18.
Uber driver accused of sexually assaulting female passenger in Tempe
Mario Bernal-Hernandez, a 31-year-old Phoenix man working as an Uber driver, is accused of sexually assaulting a female passenger during a ride in Tempe.
Mario Bernal-Hernandez, a 31-year-old Phoenix man working as an Uber driver, is accused of sexually assaulting a female passenger during a ride in Tempe.
Police investigating woman's death in Phoenix
A woman died at the hospital after police say she was found with critical injuries on Dec. 17 near 12th Street and Mountain View Road.
A woman died at the hospital after police say she was found with critical injuries on Dec. 17 near 12th Street and Mountain View Road.
Deadly house fire investigation in Mesa
The Rural Metro Fire Department is investigating a deadly mobile home fire near Hawes Road and Main Street.
The Rural Metro Fire Department is investigating a deadly mobile home fire near Hawes Road and Main Street.
Arizona weather forecast: Warm, dry and mostly sunny conditions expected in Phoenix
Phoenix reached a high of 76 degrees Thursday as near-record warmth settled over Arizona, with clear skies expected to continue overnight and a low of 52 degrees.
Phoenix reached a high of 76 degrees Thursday as near-record warmth settled over Arizona, with clear skies expected to continue overnight and a low of 52 degrees.
AZ man convicted of killing 8 people to be sentenced
On Dec. 18, a man convicted of killing eight people in 2017 will learn his fate. In September, Cleophus Cooksey Jr. was found guilty of the murders. He could face the death penalty.
On Dec. 18, a man convicted of killing eight people in 2017 will learn his fate. In September, Cleophus Cooksey Jr. was found guilty of the murders. He could face the death penalty.
New terminal planned for Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport
A new terminal at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport could open as early as 2033, federal officials said. The new terminal would be located close to the now torn down Terminal 2.
A new terminal at Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport could open as early as 2033, federal officials said. The new terminal would be located close to the now torn down Terminal 2.
Valley rideshare driver accused of sexual assault
A Phoenix man working as an Uber driver was arrested for allegedly sexually assaulting a female passenger.
A Phoenix man working as an Uber driver was arrested for allegedly sexually assaulting a female passenger.
Financial struggles threaten Spencer’s Place in Surprise
A local coffee shop that provides employment for adults with disabilities is turning to the community for support as it faces significant financial challenges. FOX 10's Taylor Wirtz has more on how to support Spencer's Place.
A local coffee shop that provides employment for adults with disabilities is turning to the community for support as it faces significant financial challenges. FOX 10's Taylor Wirtz has more on how to support Spencer's Place.
Spencer's Place, employing adults with disabilities, pleas for community help
Karin York, founder of Spencer’s Place in Surprise, is seeking community help as her coffee shop faces potential closure due to low foot traffic and financial strain. The business employs 21 adults with disabilities to combat high unemployment rates.
Karin York, founder of Spencer’s Place in Surprise, is seeking community help as her coffee shop faces potential closure due to low foot traffic and financial strain. The business employs 21 adults with disabilities to combat high unemployment rates.
ASU Sun Devils, Phoenix Suns & Arizona Cardinals | FOX 10 Talks Sports
Sports Anchor Richard Saenz & Executive Producer Mark Malerich discuss the latest in Arizona sports.
Sports Anchor Richard Saenz & Executive Producer Mark Malerich discuss the latest in Arizona sports.
AZ seeks to execute death row inmate; Rob Reiner's children remembers slain director | Nightly Roundup
New details on proposed video game-themed hotel in Phoenix; Arizona seeks warrant to execute death row inmate; and more - here's a look at your top stories.
New details on proposed video game-themed hotel in Phoenix; Arizona seeks warrant to execute death row inmate; and more - here's a look at your top stories.
MCAO expands K-9 program with Coco
The Maricopa County Attorney's Office welcomed K-9 Coco who will provide emotional support for victims during court hearings or trials.
The Maricopa County Attorney's Office welcomed K-9 Coco who will provide emotional support for victims during court hearings or trials.
Atari’s Phoenix hotel project back on track
Atari Hotels officials plan to begin construction on a video game-themed hotel near Central Avenue and Roosevelt Street in late 2026, reviving a project first announced before the 2020 pandemic.
Atari Hotels officials plan to begin construction on a video game-themed hotel near Central Avenue and Roosevelt Street in late 2026, reviving a project first announced before the 2020 pandemic.
Meet Coco: MCAO’s newest K-9 victim advocate for emotional support
The Maricopa County Attorney’s Office introduced Coco, a 4-year-old golden retriever, as its newest K-9 victim advocate to provide emotional support during court proceedings.
The Maricopa County Attorney’s Office introduced Coco, a 4-year-old golden retriever, as its newest K-9 victim advocate to provide emotional support during court proceedings.
Fiesta Mall site: Developers announce big plans
The site of now-defunct Fiesta Mall in Mesa will soon include a women's sports health campus, if the developer's plans come to fruition, and they say the plans represent one of the most significant investments of this kind in the state's history.
The site of now-defunct Fiesta Mall in Mesa will soon include a women's sports health campus, if the developer's plans come to fruition, and they say the plans represent one of the most significant investments of this kind in the state's history.
Strategic planning keeps Arizona toy shelves full for holiday rush
Arizona toy retailers are reporting a robust holiday shopping season after months of strategic planning to shield customers from the impact of potential tariffs and rising prices.
Arizona toy retailers are reporting a robust holiday shopping season after months of strategic planning to shield customers from the impact of potential tariffs and rising prices.
Arizona toy shops win big with proactive holiday planning
Arizona toy retailers report a robust holiday season, with local owners stocking warehouses as early as June to avoid price hikes caused by tariff uncertainty. FOX 10's Steve Nielsen has the details.
Arizona toy retailers report a robust holiday season, with local owners stocking warehouses as early as June to avoid price hikes caused by tariff uncertainty. FOX 10's Steve Nielsen has the details.
Leroy McGill: Arizona seeks March 2026 execution
The state is seeking a March 2026 execution date for Leroy McGill, the death row inmate convicted in a 2002 gasoline attack in north Phoenix that killed Charles Perez and injured Nova Banta.
The state is seeking a March 2026 execution date for Leroy McGill, the death row inmate convicted in a 2002 gasoline attack in north Phoenix that killed Charles Perez and injured Nova Banta.
Atari Hotels proposes new plans in Downtown Phoenix after years-long delay
Officials with the latest Atari Hotels project in Phoenix say they are offering members of the public a chance to own a piece of the video game-themed hotel.
Officials with the latest Atari Hotels project in Phoenix say they are offering members of the public a chance to own a piece of the video game-themed hotel.