Aaron Gunches execution; Tesla vandalism caught on camera l Morning News Brief
Phoenix apartment shooting l Morning Headlines March 19
A man was found shot at an apartment complex in Phoenix; a car crashed through a fence near Interstate 17; and more. Here's a look at some of your top stories for the morning of Wednesday, March 19, 2025.
An Arizona man convicted of murder is being put to death; a person suspected of keying a Tesla in a Costco parking lot was arrested; and more. Here's a look at some of your top stories for the morning of March 19.
1. AZ inmate's execution
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Aaron Gunches: Here's what to know about the man who is set to be executed for murder
For the first time in almost three years, Arizona will carry out an execution. Here's what to know about the inmate who is about to be put to death, in addition to the death penalty system in Arizona.
2. Caught on camera
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San Jose man arrested after viral video shows him keying Tesla
A man suspected of keying a Tesla in a San Jose Costco parking lot —an act of vandalism captured on video for all to see— has been arrested, police said.
3. Barricade incident at CIA headquarters
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LIVE: CIA headquarters barricade incident; SWAT, police on scene
A barricade incident at CIA headquarters in McLean, VA has prompted a large police presence in the area.
4. Arrests made in reporter's murder
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'Bourbon Street Hustler' charged with murder in Super Bowl reporter's drug death, accomplice arrested: police
Kansas City reporter Adan Manzano was found dead in his hotel room while on assignment to cover the Super Bowl in New Orleans.
5. Phoenix sales tax increase
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Phoenix City Council raises sales tax by .5% to offset revenue losses from the passage of state bills
The Phoenix City Council approved a .5% sales tax increase to offset revenue from state bills that impacted income tax and property rentals.
Today's weather
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Arizona weather forecast: Sunny and cool on Wednesday in Phoenix
Sunny skies and nice conditions in the Valley with a high near the mid-70s.