Seen on TV: August 28

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TikToker addresses son's drowning death; AZ lawmaker escorted out of Maryvale High School l Morning News Brief

From a Valley influencer breaking her social media silence about her 3-year-old son's drowning death to a state lawmaker who allegedly tried to smuggle a box cutter into a Phoenix high school to test its weapons detection system, here's a look at some of your top headlines for the morning of August 28.

Emilie Kiser posts to TikTok about son's drowning death
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Influencer Emilie Kiser has broken her social media silence following her 3-year-old son's drowning death in Chandler.

1 dead, 1 hurt in Laveen crash

A crash on Aug. 28 near 31st and Southern Avenues in Laveen left a driver dead and another hurt.

Tempe drug bust: Fentanyl pills seized, man arrested
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Police say Brandon Wheeler was arrested after 10,000 fentanyl pills were seized from an apartment near 51st Street and Guadalupe Road. Officers also found three guns and nearly $8,000 in cash. Wheeler is jailed on a $25,000 bond.

Powerball jackpot nears a billion; $1M ticket sold in AZ
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The Powerball jackpot has spiked to $950 million, with a cash option of $428.9 million, after no lottery ticket had all the winning numbers from Wednesday night?s drawing. Arizona is one of three states where a million-dollar ticket was sold.

TSMC building water reclamation plant
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TSMC says it has broke ground on an industrial reclamation water plant that will support its two north Phoenix factories.

Man, woman plead guilty following confrontation with ICE
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An Iranian national and his wife pleaded guilty in connection with a confrontation with ICE agents at their home in Tempe.

Homes evacuated in Buckeye due to hazmat incident
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A dozen homes were evacuated on Aug. 27 near Thomas Road and Sun Valley Parkway due to a situation involving an underground electrical vault fire. No injuries were reported.

Powerball jackpot hits $950 million; 6th largest ever

Lottery players will have a chance to win this huge cash prize during the next drawing on Aug. 30.

AZ lawmaker, her daughter escorted out of Maryvale H.S.
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An Arizona state lawmaker and her daughter allegedly tried to smuggle a box cutter into Maryvale High School to test its weapons detection system. The incident comes days after a student died after being stabbed inside a classroom. FOX 10's Kenzie Beach reports.

ASU Sun Devils & Arizona Cardinals | FOX 10 Talks Sports
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Sports Anchor Richard Saenz & Executive Producer Mark Malerich discuss the latest in Arizona sports. This week, Richard & Mark preview ASU's home opener against NAU and take a look at the Cardinals final roster after cuts on Tuesday.

Arizona family's story of resilience highlights drowning dangers

After a near-drowning incident left a one-year-old boy with permanent injuries, his mother shares her family’s story of resilience, and how their lives have changed to a “new normal" more than a year later.

From parents to police, Gilbert forum addresses teen violence and prevention

In response to rising incidents of teen violence, community leaders and parents attended a forum hosted by the Maricopa County Attorney's Office and the Chandler Police Department to discuss prevention and solutions.

Arizona mom recalls son's near-drowning & life after tragedy
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More than a year after her son suffered permanent injuries in a water accident, a mother is opening up about her family's journey and their newfound "new normal." FOX 10's Lindsey Ragas has more on this story.

Valley leaders discuss rising teen violence
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Community leaders and parents gathered at a forum on Wednesday to address the growing problem of teen violence in the Valley, sharing strategies and personal stories to find community-oriented solutions. FOX 10's Taylor Wirtz has the story.

Arizona prisons director defends policies, leadership
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Arizona's top corrections official faced hours of questioning from lawmakers and critics at a legislative hearing Tuesday on state prison violence and safety. FOX 10's Nicole Krasean speaks one-on-one with ADCRR Director Ryan Thornell.