Arizona resident dies from the plague; McDonald's manager allegedly killed by co-worker l Morning News Brief

The Morning News Brief on Friday, July 11, 2025. (Getty Images; KSAZ-TV)

From a northern Arizona resident who died from the plague to a McDonald's manager who was allegedly stabbed to death by a fellow employee, here's a look at some of your top headlines for the morning of July 11.

1. Person dies from the plague in Flagstaff

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1 person dies of the Plague in northern Arizona

One person is dead, according to officials with Northern Arizona Healthcare, on the same day they showed up at Flagstaff Medical Center with symptoms of the Plague.

2. Single mom stabbed at work

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Michigan McDonald's manager killed in workplace stabbing was single mom to six

A single mom of 6 and McDonald's employee for 15 years was killed Thursday morning after a workplace argument with another worker.

3. Bad crash on Valley freeway

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5 hurt in multi-vehicle crash on U.S. 60 near Mill Avenue

A crash involving three vehicles sent five people to the hospital early Friday morning along the U.S. 60 near Mill Avenue, DPS said.

4. Trio allegedly sold stolen merchandise

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3 indicted following organized retail theft bust in the Phoenix area

Phoenix Police, along with the Maricopa County Attorney's Office, helped dismantle what they called 'a sophisticated organized retail theft operation' in the Valley. Now, three people, including a West Valley couple, are indicted in connection with what happened.

5. Hit-and-run drivers sought by police

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Woman and her dog killed by hit-and-run drivers: PD

A woman and her dog were killed by separate hit-and-run drivers on July 11 near 51st Avenue and Elwood Street, police said.

Today's weather

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Arizona weather forecast: Sunny, warm conditions throughout the weekend in Phoenix

Happy Friday! We'll see breezy and warm conditions in Phoenix with a high near 109 degrees.

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