'The RIFs have begun:' White House announces more federal layoffs

Office of Management and Budget Director Russ Vought posted on social media Friday afternoon that previously threatened federal layoffs have started. 

Rain across AZ; peace deal; shutdown latest | FOX 10 Talks
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On today's show, meteorologist Krystal Ortiz joins us with a recap and preview of the storms. Plus, Professor Micheline Ishay joins us with her take on the Middle East peace deal.

Arizona officer arrested, accused of shoplifting at Walmart

Melissa Ward, a 37-year-old officer with the White Mountain Apache Police Department, is accused of stealing about $70 worth of items from a Walmart in Show Low.

White Mountain Apache officer accused of shoplifting
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An eastern Arizona officer is finding herself on the other side of the law after allegedly shoplifting while on-duty at a Show Low Walmart.

Some Sky Harbor flights delayed due to staffing issues
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Some flights out of Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport are delayed due to staffing shortages. According to the FAA, the average departure delay on Oct. 10 was about 77 minutes.

1 dead, 19 missing after blast at Tennessee factory
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Crews in rural Tennessee are searching for victims after a large explosion at an munitions-manufacturing plant Friday morning.

Verizon blames outage on "acts of vandalism" in Los Angeles area

Verizon customers across the U.S., but especially along the West Coast, reported problems with their phone service Friday morning. The company now says vandals in Southern California were to blame.

Potato chip brand unveils biggest redesign in nearly 100-year history

Lay's rolled out a major rebrand with cleaner ingredients, a new logo design, and packaging updates aligning with the "Make America Healthy Again" initiative.

Tropical storms to bring more rain to AZ; car goes over Maricopa County cliff l Morning News Brief

From tropical storms expected to bring heavy rain to the Valley to a car that went over a cliff in Maricopa County, here's a look at some of your top headlines for the morning of October 10.

John Lodge, Moody Blues singer and bassist, dies at 82

The entertainer contributed to Moody Blues’ hit albums “Days of Future Passed" and “In Search of the Lost Chord."

RHOP star Wendy Osefo and husband Eddie arrested in Maryland

Real Housewives of Potomac's Dr. Wendy Osefo and her husband Eddie Osefo were arrested in Carroll County on criminal fraud charges, according to court documents. 

Ronald Exantus updates: Kentucky felon jailed in Florida, days after early release

The Marion County Sheriff's Office shared new details on Friday morning about Ronald Exantus' arrest in Florida. Exantus was arrested on Thursday, Oct. 9, at a home in Marion County, Florida, for failing to register as a convicted felon within 48 hours after arriving in the state.

Hyundai recalling over 135,000 vehicles due to fire risk

The recall covers certain model 2024-2025 Hyundai Santa Fe cars that have faulty starter motor covers that may short circuit in crashes.

IRS reveals 2026 tax adjustments with changes from 'big, beautiful bill'

The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) on Thursday announced annual inflation adjustments for dozens of tax provisions, along with changes made under the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (OBBBA).

Sun Devil hockey; Molly Miller l ASU All Access
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On this week's ASU All Access, Robby hits the ice with the Sun Devil hockey team. Plus, we catch up with Molly Miller and get ready for the upcoming ASU basketball season.

Phoenix PD cruiser struck by hit-and-run driver
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A Phoenix Police officer was struck by a hit-and-run driver near 7th Avenue and Indian School Road, the department said. The officer wasn't seriously hurt. The driver fled the scene after the collision.

Globe braces for more potential rain, flooding
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As storms are expected to bring more rain to Arizona, the city of Globe is on edge amid the possibility of more flooding. Globe Major Al Gameros joined AZAM to discuss what the city is doing to prepare for more weather.