Autopsy report for Phoenix teen released; tragic Surprise crash: this week's top stories

This week's top stories include the tragic report of 2 sisters who were killed in a Surprise crash. Another trending story is how much money you need to make to afford a median-priced home in Phoenix.

Here are the top stories from Oct. 15-21.

1. In Phoenix, this is how much money you need to make to afford a median-priced home

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In Phoenix, this is how much money you need to make to afford a median-priced home

It's not a surprise for some, but it is getting harder for people to buy a home these days, and if you live in Phoenix (or want to move to the Valley), here's how much money you need to make in order to afford a median-priced home, according to figures from one real estate firm.

2. Autopsy report for Phoenix teen who died at Northern Arizona lake released

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Autopsy report for Phoenix teen who died at Northern Arizona lake released

We are learning more about a water-related incident that took the life of a 15-year-old who was attending a football summer camp in Northern Arizona.

3. Speed, impairment considered factors in Surprise crash that killed 2 sisters, PD says

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Speed, impairment considered factors in Surprise crash that killed 2 sisters, PD says

Two sisters were killed in a crash in Surprise just after 2 a.m. on Saturday and a man who police say was involved in the crash was detained.

4. 'Unusual odor' in cabin midflight sends Southwest plane back to Vegas for emergency landing

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'Unusual odor' in cabin midflight sends Southwest plane back to Vegas for emergency landing

The Southwest flight was in the air on its way from Las Vegas to Tulsa, Oklahoma, when the pilot turned around and landed safely at Harry Reid International Airport.

5. Surprise, Goodyear Police SWAT teams search home

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Surprise, Goodyear Police SWAT teams search home

A command van and multiple police vehicles were seen at a home near Greenway Road and Grand Avenue.

6. Tipping fatigue: Here are the states with the best and worst tippers

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Tipping fatigue: Here are the states with the best and worst tippers

A new study looks at the generosity of consumers when it comes to tipping. See where your state ranks.

7. Watch: Police arrest man following dramatic scene in Phoenix neighborhood

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Watch: Police arrest man following dramatic scene in Phoenix neighborhood

Phoenix Police say they have arrested a man who fled from officers, following a dramatic scene in a Phoenix neighborhood that was caught on camera.

8. T-Mobile moving some customers to pricier plans unless they opt out

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T-Mobile moving some customers to pricier plans unless they opt out

T-Mobile will automatically move customers to the pricier plans in November unless they opt out during a certain window.

9. Dramatic video shows carnival worker clinging to ride to protect child after mishap

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Dramatic video shows carnival worker clinging to ride to protect child after mishap

A carnival worker in Texas has been hailed a hero after a terrifying ride mishap.

10. Winter 2023-24 outlook: Strong El Nino boosts odds of warmer temps in North, wet weather in South, NOAA says

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Winter 2023-24 outlook: Strong El Nino boosts odds of warmer temps in North, wet weather in South, NOAA says

El Niño is in place heading into winter for the first time in four years,