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From an officer-involved shooting stemming from a domestic violence incident, to a family's plea for answers years after a Phoenix father was gunned down, here's a look at your top stories on FOX10Phoenix.com for Sunday, March 15, 2026.
From an officer-involved shooting stemming from a domestic violence incident, to a family's plea for answers years after a Phoenix father was gunned down, here's a look at your top stories on FOX10Phoenix.com for Sunday, March 15, 2026.
Major heat wave impacting Spring Training games
As the Valley prepares for triple-digit temperatures this week, Spring Training games are adjusting games and policies. FOX 10's Irene Snyder learns more.
As the Valley prepares for triple-digit temperatures this week, Spring Training games are adjusting games and policies. FOX 10's Irene Snyder learns more.
Driver flees West Phoenix crash that hospitalized 3 people
The search is on for a driver after a hit-and-run crash near 61st Avenue and Indian School Road sent three people to the hospital.
The search is on for a driver after a hit-and-run crash near 61st Avenue and Indian School Road sent three people to the hospital.
Evening Weather Forecast - 3/15/26
It was a warm weekend, but record warmth is still yet to arrive. FOX 10's Erica Horvatin has more on the incoming extreme heat this week.
It was a warm weekend, but record warmth is still yet to arrive. FOX 10's Erica Horvatin has more on the incoming extreme heat this week.
Ridglan Farms break-in, animal rights activists storm facility
Dozens of animal rights activists stormed Ridglan Farms, a controversial dog breeding facility west of Madison, on Sunday morning, March 15.
Dozens of animal rights activists stormed Ridglan Farms, a controversial dog breeding facility west of Madison, on Sunday morning, March 15.
Southern Arizona wildfire forces evacuations
The 40-acre Palominas Fire caused a southern Arizona community to evacuate, as it remains 50% contained as of Sunday.
The 40-acre Palominas Fire caused a southern Arizona community to evacuate, as it remains 50% contained as of Sunday.
Armed man holds mother, child hostage before officer-involved shooting
A man who reportedly fired at officers was shot to death by police after a woman and child were rescued from a West Phoenix backyard. FOX 10's Taylor Wirtz learns how it all began with a call for help during a fight.
A man who reportedly fired at officers was shot to death by police after a woman and child were rescued from a West Phoenix backyard. FOX 10's Taylor Wirtz learns how it all began with a call for help during a fight.
Suspect still at large 3 years after father gunned down at Phoenix apartment
A Glendale family marked the three-year anniversary of Michael Anthony Amarillas’ unsolved murder on Sunday, pleading for new leads in the case.
A Glendale family marked the three-year anniversary of Michael Anthony Amarillas’ unsolved murder on Sunday, pleading for new leads in the case.
Woman, child rescued before officers fatally shoot man inside Phoenix apartment
A man is dead following a shootout with police near 43rd Avenue and Medlock Drive after he reportedly fired at officers.
A man is dead following a shootout with police near 43rd Avenue and Medlock Drive after he reportedly fired at officers.
Recognizing 'red flags,' financial strategies for life transitions
This episode of Newsmaker covers the logistical challenges of elder care. Mathieu Bruneau, CEO of Health Pro Assist, provides practical advice for families transitioning elderly relatives into assisted living. He emphasizes the importance of early financial planning, navigating state programs like ALTCS for those with limited budgets, and recognizing "red flags"—such as unpaid bills or cognitive changes—that indicate a need for professional care.
This episode of Newsmaker covers the logistical challenges of elder care. Mathieu Bruneau, CEO of Health Pro Assist, provides practical advice for families transitioning elderly relatives into assisted living. He emphasizes the importance of early financial planning, navigating state programs like ALTCS for those with limited budgets, and recognizing "red flags"—such as unpaid bills or cognitive changes—that indicate a need for professional care.
Foster homes needed for kitten season
The Arizona Humane Society is looking for foster homes for kittens that need to be bottle fed. FOX 10's Steve Nielsen learns how volunteers can bring one home.
The Arizona Humane Society is looking for foster homes for kittens that need to be bottle fed. FOX 10's Steve Nielsen learns how volunteers can bring one home.
Iran conflict: Expert says goals of war unclear despite successful tactics
This episode of Newsmaker covers the geopolitical landscape of a U.S. military conflict in Iran. Intelligence expert Hal Kempfer assesses the military campaign as highly successful in degrading Iran's nuclear and naval capabilities, though he notes a lack of political clarity regarding the "end game" and a absence of public "rally around the flag" sentiment.
This episode of Newsmaker covers the geopolitical landscape of a U.S. military conflict in Iran. Intelligence expert Hal Kempfer assesses the military campaign as highly successful in degrading Iran's nuclear and naval capabilities, though he notes a lack of political clarity regarding the "end game" and a absence of public "rally around the flag" sentiment.
TSA wait times: Airline CEOs blast Congress; ‘simply unacceptable’
As some travelers are waiting for 2, 3, and even up to 4 hours in TSA security lines, airline industry leaders are pressing lawmakers to make some changes.
As some travelers are waiting for 2, 3, and even up to 4 hours in TSA security lines, airline industry leaders are pressing lawmakers to make some changes.
11-year-old accused of premeditated murder in brother’s death can’t be tried as adult, former DA says
An 11-year-old Colorado boy is facing a first-degree murder charge in the death of his 5-year-old brother — a stunning and highly unusual case that legal experts say is almost unheard of under state law.
An 11-year-old Colorado boy is facing a first-degree murder charge in the death of his 5-year-old brother — a stunning and highly unusual case that legal experts say is almost unheard of under state law.
Nancy Guthrie disappearance: Day 43 latest updates
Sunday marks the 43rd day in the search for Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of NBC "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie, who went missing from her Tucson-area home on Feb. 1.
Sunday marks the 43rd day in the search for Nancy Guthrie, the 84-year-old mother of NBC "Today" show host Savannah Guthrie, who went missing from her Tucson-area home on Feb. 1.
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Rebuilding process begins for Catholic Church intentionally set on fire
A Casa Grande church is reconstructing their church following a devastating fire in 2024 started by a suspect who remains at large. FOX 10's Megan Spector has the latest on their progress.
A Casa Grande church is reconstructing their church following a devastating fire in 2024 started by a suspect who remains at large. FOX 10's Megan Spector has the latest on their progress.
New video reveals moments before Mesa mom was killed
A new video captured the eerie moments before a Mesa mother of seven was shot and killed on her neighbor's front doorstep. FOX 10's Taylor Wirtz has the latest developments in the case involving a special agent with the Attorney General's Office.
A new video captured the eerie moments before a Mesa mother of seven was shot and killed on her neighbor's front doorstep. FOX 10's Taylor Wirtz has the latest developments in the case involving a special agent with the Attorney General's Office.
US destroys major Iranian military sites: Live updates
A missile has struck a helipad inside the U.S. Embassy compound in Baghdad, hours after the U.S. struck Iran's Kharg Island.
A missile has struck a helipad inside the U.S. Embassy compound in Baghdad, hours after the U.S. struck Iran's Kharg Island.
Arizona church welcomes new beginnings as arson suspect remains at large
St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church in Casa Grande is beginning its rebuilding process after an intentional fire devastated the building's interior in October 2024.
St. Anthony of Padua Catholic Church in Casa Grande is beginning its rebuilding process after an intentional fire devastated the building's interior in October 2024.