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ABC15 Arizona @abc15.com · 15m

How much rain has fallen in your area of the Valley? ☔ We've seen showers across parts of the Valley and state, with more to come. Rain chances are 50% today and rise to 60% tonight. https://www.abc15.com/weather/rain-totals-how-much-rain-has-fallen-in-your-area-of-the-valley-10-10-25

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ABC15 Arizona @abc15.com · 7h

REST IN PEACE: Sister Jean Dolores Schmidt, also known as Sister Jean, has died at 106. She became famous during the Loyola Ramblers' run to the NCAA Men's Final Four in 2018.

Loyola Chicago’s beloved Sister Jean Dolores Schmidt, known as Sister Jean, dies at 106

Sister Jean Dolores Schmidt, a longtime team chaplain for Loyola University Chicago, has died at the age of 106, the university announced on Thursday.

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ABC15 Arizona @abc15.com · 7h

Valley businesses that rely on customer traffic in primarily Latino communities said they’ve noticed a drop in people attending events, brick-and-mortar stores, and restaurants amid a federal immigration crackdown. Recent research is backing up anecdotal evidence, as well.

Valley business says fewer customers showing up amid deportation fears

Businesses that rely on customer traffic in Latino communities say they’ve noticed a drop in people attending events, brick-and-mortar stores, and restaurants amid a federal immigration crackdown.

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ABC15 Arizona @abc15.com · 8h

Special operations crews with Phoenix and Scottsdale's fire departments are preparing for swiftwater rescues as the remnants of Tropical Storm Priscilla are expected to bring heavy rain to Arizona.

Swiftwater rescue crews prepare for potential emergencies ahead of upcoming heavy rain

The remnants of Tropical Storm Priscilla are expected to bring heavy rain to much of Arizona, including the Valley, over the next few days.

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ABC15 Arizona @abc15.com · 9h

The Sun Lakes community rallied together after a terrible disaster impacted one of their own. Victoria Day, 77, finally paid off her dream home last October, but a fire took it all away.

WATCH: Sun Lakes community rallies behind neighbor who lost her home in a fire

The Sun Lakes community rallied together after a terrible disaster impacted one of their own. Victoria Day, 77, finally paid off her dream home last October, but a fire took it all away.

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ABC15 Arizona @abc15.com · 10h

#BREAKING: A man is seriously hurt after he was shot this evening near 43rd Avenue and McDowell Road.

Man seriously hurt after being shot near 43rd Avenue and McDowell Road in west Phoenix

A man is seriously hurt after he was shot Thursday near 43rd Avenue and McDowell Road in west Phoenix.

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ABC15 Arizona @abc15.com · 10h

Cindy McCain, the widow of Senator John McCain, suffered a mild stroke earlier this week, according to a press release from the U.N. World Food Program. She is expected to make a "full recovery."

Cindy McCain suffers a mild stroke and will take leave from World Food Program while recovering

Cindy McCain, the widow of Sen. John McCain and head of the U.N. World Food Program, suffered a mild stroke this week and is said to be recovering “well."

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ABC15 Arizona @abc15.com · 14h

A federal judge is scheduled to hold a hearing in Chicago today on the Trump administration’s use of National Guard troops.

Judge to weigh legality of Trump’s National Guard deployment in Chicago

A federal judge will hear Illinois’ lawsuit challenging Trump’s National Guard deployment in Chicago, amid protests and sharp political clashes.

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ABC15 Arizona @abc15.com · 14h

Seeing rain? Light showers are pushing through much of the Valley, but it may only be a preview of what's to come over the next few days! Check out the latest radar here: https://tinyurl.com/3wf2r57d

ABC15 Arizona @abc15.com · 15h

The Senate failed to pass competing Democratic and Republican short-term funding bills that could have reopened the government. It failed by a vote of 47-50.

Shutdown drags on as Senate fails again to pass funding bill

Another attempt — and the same outcome. The Senate failed to pass either a Democrat-backed or Republican-backed short-term funding bill that could have reopened the government.

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ABC15 Arizona @abc15.com · 18h

Remarkable scenes of celebration have erupted across Israel and Gaza following the announcement of a historic ceasefire agreement between Israel and Hamas under President Donald Trump's peace plan.

Celebrations erupt in Israel and Gaza as historic ceasefire deal is reached

Celebrations erupt across Israel and Gaza as historic ceasefire deal brings hope. Families of hostages celebrate in Washington as 20 hostages prepare to come home.

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ABC15 Arizona @abc15.com · 19h

As of October 1st, Amazon has officially ended its Prime Invitee Program, a feature that allowed members to extend Prime benefits like free two-day shipping to friends or family who lived at a separate address.

Amazon ends Invitee Program that let Prime members share free shipping

For more than a decade, Amazon Prime members could share their free shipping perks with people outside their household, but that option is now gone.

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ABC15 Arizona @abc15.com · 19h

Two weeks after historic flooding killed three people in the Globe region of Arizona, residents are bracing for another round of dangerous storms while still cleaning up from the devastation.

'We have value in this state': Globe resident wondering when more support will come as new storms approach

Two weeks after historic flooding killed three people in the Globe region of Arizona, residents are bracing for another round of dangerous storms while still cleaning up from the devastation.

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ABC15 Arizona @abc15.com · 20h

Emergency crews are on the scene of a rollover crash involving a semi-truck on Interstate 10 near Verrado Way in Buckeye. DPS is attempting to extricate the driver from the crash.

AZDPS attempting to extricate driver of a semi after a rollover on I-10 near Verrado Way

Emergency crews are on the scene of a rollover crash involving a semi-truck on Interstate 10 near Verrado Way in Buckeye.

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ABC15 Arizona @abc15.com · 20h

Officials say three people were rescued after a vehicle drove off a cliff in the Tortilla Flats area last night, ending up nearly 350 feet down a canyon.

Two of the individuals were flown to the hospital in critical condition. https://tinyurl.com/4ebak2tj

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ABC15 Arizona @abc15.com · 21h

Three people were rescued late Wednesday night after their vehicle went off a cliff near Apache Trail and Milepost 219, according to the Superstition Fire & Medical District.

Three people rescued after vehicle veers off of cliff near Tortilla Flat

Three people were rescued late Wednesday night after their vehicle went off a cliff near Apache Trail and Milepost 219, according to the Superstition Fire & Medical District.

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ABC15 Arizona @abc15.com · 22h

It's only been two weeks since the deadly flash flooding in Globe. But now, the Gila County community is preparing for more heavy rains in the coming days.

Globe residents, businesses racing against time to prep for potential storms

Almost two weeks after devastating floods hit the Globe-Miami area, business owners, who have been working around the clock cleaning up the mess, are now racing against the clock for another storm.

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ABC15 Arizona @abc15.com · 23h

Residents of Gila County are expecting another round of rain over the weekend while they are still in the midst of recovering and rebuilding from recent deadly flash flooding.

Gila County braces for another storm: How to get help or lend a hand

Residents of Gila County are expecting another round of rain over the weekend while they are still recovering and rebuilding from recent deadly flash flooding.

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ABC15 Arizona @abc15.com · 1d

Happy Thursday! Temperatures will be slightly cooler today as rain chances increase! Stay weather aware these next few days!

AM Roundup: Two shootings involving Valley police, Mercury down 3-0

We're highlighting recent top stories and the latest forecast to start your day on Thursday, October 9, 2025.

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ABC15 Arizona @abc15.com · 1d

JUST IN: Three women are seriously hurt after a crash near 7th Street and McDowell Road in central Phoenix.

Three women hurt in crash near 7th Street and McDowell Road in central Phoenix

Three women are hurt after a crash Wednesday evening near 7th Street and McDowell Road in central Phoenix.

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ABC15 Arizona @abc15.com · 1d

As lawmakers and residents continue to look for solutions to the problems at DCS, one focus of those efforts is improving communications with tribal nations.

Communication with tribal nations a focus amid DCS probe

The murders of three children known to DCS have sparked calls for change. Following a hearing in May and a stakeholder meeting in September, one focal point was communication with tribal nations.

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ABC15 Arizona @abc15.com · 1d

Tolleson Union superintendent Jeremy Calles is firing back after state lawmakers called for an audit after a former district employee accused Calles of multiple instances of misconduct.

Tolleson superintendent pushes back against audit after misconduct allegations

A contentious battle is unfolding in the Tolleson Union School District after lawmakers approved an audit following allegations against Superintendent Jeremy Calles from a former employee.

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ABC15 Arizona @abc15.com · 1d

The Mercury now face the toughest hole in sports. After losing 90-88 Wednesday night in Game 3, Phoenix now needs to reel off four straight wins to come back and win the WNBA Championship.

Wilson hits last-second jumper to lift Aces over Mercury 90-88 for a 3-0 lead in the WNBA Finals

A'ja Wilson made a turnaround jumper with 0.3 seconds left, capping a stellar 34-point night and lifting the Las Vegas Aces over the Phoenix Mercury 90-88 on Wednesday night.

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ABC15 Arizona @abc15.com · 1d

#BREAKING: A man is dead after he was shot by El Mirage police officers near El Mirage and Cactus roads. No officers were hurt in the incident.

Man dead after being shot by police officers near El Mirage and Cactus roads

A man is dead after he was reportedly shot by El Mirage police officers near El Mirage and Cactus roads Wednesday.

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ABC15 Arizona @abc15.com · 1d

The World Wake Surfing Championships have arrived in an unexpected location, the Arizona desert. And a Valley teen is among those looking to ride their way to a world title!

Valley teen competes in wake surfing world championship at Lake Pleasant

This week, for the first time ever, the Competitive Wake Surf Association (CWSA) World Championship will be held in Arizona at Lake Pleasant.

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