'NCIS: Los Angeles' actress dies; deadly West Valley freeway crash l Morning News Brief

From an actress who passed away following a lengthy battle with an illness to a crash along a West Valley freeway that left one person dead, here's a look at some of your top headlines for the morning of December 16.

Tempe officer involved in crash
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A Tempe Police officer was not hurt after being involved in a crash with another driver on Dec. 16 near Baseline Road and Beck Avenue. The other driver suffered minor injuries.

Decision expected on Kyrene Elementary School District closures
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After months of debate, a Valley school district is expected to decide on the fate of several of its campuses with a vote on Dec. 16. FOX 10's Danielle Miller reports.

Inaugural Hanukkah car parade spreads 'Jewish pride' following deadly mass shooting
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The Scottsdale community gathered for car parades on the second night of Hanukkah following the recent mass shooting in Australia. FOX 10's Taylor Wirtz learns more on how they are spreading pride and support amid their pain and fear.

Family remembers 17-year-old killed in fiery Mesa crash
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Loved ones are remembering 17-year-old Jaquan Lamb, who was killed after a driving speeding down Southern Avenue in Mesa slammed into the vehicle he was in.

Hanukkah: Jewish leaders spreading pride, support after Sydney terror attack

Despite the extra police presence in the aftermath of the deadly attack in Australia, one rabbi said “it’s really important to spread the pride of being Jewish, especially with everything going on in the world."

Hanukkah: Police step up security after massacre
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Dec. 15 is the second night of Hanukkah, and police across the U.S., including here in Phoenix, are stepping up security following the deadly massacre at an event in Sydney, Australia. FOX 10's Taylor Wirtz has more\.

Pairing goats with yoga this holiday season
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Arizona Goat Yoga in Gilbert is combining a petting zoo with the yoga experience, as part of their many holiday events this season.

Adopt-a-Family drive hopes to spread holiday cheer to families in need
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Community donors in Mesa can be paired with local families in need, providing holiday gifts in Save the Family's annual Adopt-a-Family drive this holiday season.

ASU celebrates fall graduates
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Dec. 15 is Graduation Day for some students at Arizona State University, and FOX 10's Danielle Miller caught up with one of those students.

John & Ellen's Favorite Episodes | FOX 10 Talks
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FOX 10's John Hook and Ellen McNamara talk about their favorite episodes of "Newsmaker" and "Curious B" for the Dec. 15, 2025 afternoon episode of FOX 10 Talks.

Cole The Deaf Dog | The Curious B
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Ellen McNamara speaks with Chris Hannah, who rescued Cole the Deaf Dog from a New Jersey shelter in 2017.

Absolutely Extraordinary | Cool House
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We’re checking out three absolutely extraordinary homes, including a gorgeous mansion in Paradise Valley.

Teen shot in Gilbert; suspect found by Phoenix PD
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Police say Rael Sanchez fled the scene after shooting the 16-year-old victim, but he was found a short time later.

1 dead after semi truck rolls over along Loop 303
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Loop 303 was closed for some time on Monday as a result of a deadly semi truck rollover incident near Lake Pleasant Parkway.

AZ Reaction to Australia Shooting | FOX 10 Talks
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On today's show, Rabbi Shmuly Yanklowitz from "Arizona Jews for Justice" reacts to the mass shooting in Australia. Plus, Chef Joey Maggiore joins us to promote today's live taping of "AZ Eats." And, Jordan Sucato joins us to promote "Bear's Boots."