Lori Vallow Daybell murder trial opening statements; stabbings reported in Phoenix l Morning News Brief
Phoenix shooting investigation l Morning Headlines April 7
An investigation is underway following a shooting in the west Valley; opening statements are scheduled to get underway in the Arizona trial of the so-called "Doomsday Mom"; and more. Here's a look at some of your top headlines for the morning of Monday, April 7, 2025.
Opening statements are set in the trial of Lori Vallow Daybell in Phoenix; two stabbings broke out in the Valley just miles apart from each other; and more. Here's a look at some of your top headlines for the morning of Monday, April 7, 2025.
1. ‘Doomsday Mom’ on trial in AZ
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Lori Vallow Daybell murder conspiracy trial: Opening statements set for April 7
In Arizona, Vallow Daybell is accused of planning the death of her then-husband, Charles Vallow, in 2019. It was allegedly motivated by Vallow Daybell's religious beliefs, and a $1 million life insurance policy that Charles owned.
2. Phoenix stabbings happened miles apart
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Phoenix Police investigate two stabbings just miles apart from each other
The Phoenix Police Department is investigating two stabbings that took place close to each other on Sunday, just 20 minutes apart.
3. Texas' second measles death confirmed
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Texas measles outbreak 2025: Second child death reported
A second school-aged child has died from complications related to having measles, according to hospital officials in Lubbock.
4. Man mistakenly deported to El Salvador
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Trump administration asks Supreme Court to block order to return mistakenly deported man
The Trump administration asked the Supreme Court on Monday to block a court order requiring the return to the U.S. of a Maryland man mistakenly deported to El Salvador.
5. Wall Street sinks again
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Trump tariffs live updates: Dow drops 1,200 and global markets plunge
President Donald Trump’s tariff hikes announced last week continued to roil global trade on Monday. Here's what to know.
Today's weather
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Arizona weather forecast: Temperatures climbing this week in Phoenix
It's going to be a warm week in the Valley! On Monday, we'll see a high near 87 degrees.