Phoenix father killed in wrong-way crash; road-rage shooting on SR 347 l Morning News Brief
The Morning News Brief on Wednesday, April 23, 2025.
A Phoenix family is mourning the loss of a man who was killed in a wrong-way crash; a road-rage shooting broke out along a busy highway south of the Valley; and more. Here's a look at some of your top headlines for the morning of April 23.
1. ‘He was my everything’
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Phoenix man killed in crash, leaving behind pregnant wife and their kids
Phoenix man, Ricardo Quintero, 35, was killed in a wrong-way crash on the night of April 18, leaving behind his kids and wife who is pregnant. Here's how you can help them.
2. Road-rage shooting south of Valley
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Road-rage shooting reported on SR 347 near Maricopa
A road-rage shooting backed up traffic along State Route 347 south of the Valley on Wednesday morning.
3. Stabbing suspect arrested
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Sunset Crater National Monument stabbing: Suspect arrested
A suspect accused of stabbing another man at the Sunset Crater National Monument Visitor Center was arrested. Deputies say the victim is expected to survive.
4. Shooting suspect sought
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Man shot in Phoenix, no suspects in custody
A man has critical injuries after being shot near 35th Avenue and Van Buren Street, police said. No suspects are in custody.
5. From the gridiron to politics
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Jay Feely: Ex-Cardinals kicker announces run for Congress
Former Cardinals kicker Jay Feely is running for Arizona's 5th Congressional District seat that is currently held by Republican Andy Biggs.
Today's weather
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Arizona weather forecast: Highs in the 90s expected in Phoenix through Friday
Wednesday will be another warm day in the Valley with a high near 93°F.