New pope elected to lead Catholic Church; trench collapses on construction worker l Morning News Brief

White smoke rose from the Sistine Chapel chimney, signaling the election of a new pope; a worker was badly hurt at an East Valley construction site; and more. Here's a look at some of your top headlines for the morning of May 8.

New funding announced for SR 347 widening project
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The Arizona Department of Transportation says there is new funding for a project to widen State Route 347 between Maricopa and Phoenix.

West Phoenix house fire leaves 1 in critical condition

A man is in extremely critical condition after being pulled from a fire early Thursday morning at a home near 91st Avenue and Osborn Road in west Phoenix.

Pilot error cited as cause of military helicopter crash
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A report says weather and the use of night vision goggles were among the reasons for Marine helicopter crashed, killing Sergeant Alec Langen, 23, of Chandler and four others. FOX 10's Marc Martinez has the story.

AI in court: Former judge reacts to victim speaking to his killer
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FOX 10's Nicole Krasean catches up with former Maricopa County Judge Mel McDonald about the use of artificial intelligence being used in court. It comes after road rage victim, Chris Pelkey, addressed his killer in the courtroom via AI.

Family seeks answers after stray bullet injury
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A man was struck by a random stray bullet after celebrating his wife's birthday, invoking Shannon's Law, which can result in a five year prison sentence for violators. FOX 10's Kenzie Beach has the story.

Buckeye man accused of shooting, killing dog
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A Ring camera caught a Buckeye man shooting and killing a dog at a birthday party. The man is facing several charges.

Worker badly hurt in Chandler construction site incident
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A worker in Chandler is in the hospital in critical condition following an incident at a construction site on Wednesday afternoon.

Former Bachelor Clayton Echard reacts to Laura Owens' fraud indictment

Clayton Echard, a former Bachelor, says a weight has been lifted after his accuser was indicted on felony charges. Laura Owens is accused of lying about being pregnant with his child.

Former Bachelor, Clayton Echard, reacts to accuser's charges
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Former Bachelor star Clayton Echard sits down with FOX 10 Investigator Justin Lum after his accuser is indicted on several felony charges. She said that she was pregnant with Echard's baby, but the court found her claims to be "uncredible."

Phoenix first responders conduct annual swift water training
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The Phoenix Fire and Police departments conducted their annual swift water training Wednesday morning. Their goal is to be prepared for anything and everything this monsoon season. FOX 10's Irene Snyder has the story.

Glendale PD seeks persons of interest in mass shooting
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The Glendale Police Department is looking to find three people who it believes can help with investigating the May 4 mass shooting. They are not considered suspects.

Witnesses help notify residents of fast-spreading fire
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Witnesses ran toward a fast-spreading fire in Phoenix near 45th Street and Cactus Road to help notify residents to leave their apartments. FOX 10's Lauren Clark has this story.

Clayton Echard, former Bachelor, reacts to Laura Owens indictment
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Former star of 'The Bachelor' Clayton Echard sat down with FOX 10 Investigator Justin Lum, reacting to charges filed against Laura Owens, the woman who filed a paternity claim against him in 2023. A judge on the case ruled that there was no evidence Owens was ever pregnant and that her testimony was "uncredible" and wasted the court's time. The case was referred to the Maricopa County Attorney's Office for investigation, leading to a grand jury indictment on May 1.

Worker badly hurt at Chandler construction site

A worker is in critical condition after an incident at a construction site in Chandler on Wednesday afternoon.

Fire at Phoenix apartment complex displaces 13 people

Officials say the fire burned near 45th Street and Cactus Road, and it has left 13 people displaced.

Phoenix apartment fire sends child to hospital
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The fire, according to officials, happened near Tatum and Cactus, and the child was one of two people to be sent to the hospital as a result.