Father and son accused of running drug trafficking ring; policy changes at Walmart l Morning News Brief

Human remains found in AZ l Morning Headlines Nov. 26

Human remains were found by a hiker in White Tank Mountain Regional Park; family members are mourning the loss of their loved ones who died in a mobile home fire; and more – here's a look at some of our top stories for the morning of Tuesday, November 26.

PHOENIX - A father and son with roots in the Valley are accused of running a large-scale drug-trafficking ring; Walmart is joining a growing list of corporations that are rolling back diversity, equity and inclusion policies; and more – here's a look at some of our top stories for the morning of Tuesday, November 26.

1. AZ father, son arrested

The Department of Justice says the two leaders of a large-scale, drug-trafficking ring are a father and son with roots in Phoenix. Read more here.

2. Walmart rolling back its DEI policies

FILE - Walmart storefront sign.

Walmart will be rolling back its diversity, equity and inclusion policies, joining a growing list of major corporations that have been under pressure by conservative activists. Read more here.

3. Ex-AZ anchor in court

Stephanie Hockridge and Nathan Reis

Stephanie Hockridge, a former Valley television anchor, and her husband are accused of submitting false and fraudulent Paycheck Protection Program (PPP) loans. Read more here.

4. Axon looks to expand

Axon Enterprise, Inc. is a Scottsdale-based law enforcement technology company, and it’s growing. Read more here.

5. Deadly Mexico bar shooting

Gunmen opened fire at a bar in southeast Mexico, killing six people and injuring at least five others, according to local media reports. Read more here.