Memorial Day 2023: Arizonans mark unofficial start of summer
Memorial Day is often seen as a day to commemorate fallen soldiers, as well as a day that marks the unofficial start to summer. In Arizona, there were events that commemorated the fallen, and people also packed the river and slopes for some outdoor action.
Mother pleads guilty after Arizona boy starves to death
An autopsy found the boy, Deshaun Martinez, died of starvation in March 2020. Authorities had said he weighed just 18 pounds — well below average for his age.
Bear spotted on I-40 in Flagstaff
Flagstaff Police say they received reports of a bear who had walked onto Interstate 40 near the 4th Street bridge.
Arizona Snowbowl open through Memorial Day
Snow in May? If you're looking to do something fun for Memorial Day, you might consider heading up to Arizona Snowbowl. Thanks to record snowfall, the slopes are open through the holiday weekend. FOX 10's Anita Roman reports.
Arizona Snowbowl to end season with big bash
After a rather strong winter season with lots of snow, Arizona Snowbowl is ending what is being remembered as a season for the record books with a huge Memorial Day weekend skiing bash. FOX 10's Anita Roman reports.
AZ woman killed in biking accident remembered
A community in Flagstaff is grieving the loss of one of their own, as Katie Wittekind passed away over the weekend, following a tragic mountain biking accident. FOX 10's Stephanie Bennett spoke with Wittekind's friends, as they remember a life that was lost too soon.
Flagstaff offering summer fun options
With temperatures rising in the Phoenix area, more people will soon head up north to escape the heat, and FOX 10's Danielle Miller has a look at some of the fun things to do in the Flagstaff area.
New Lori Vallow video; Arizona braces for end of Title 42: Here are tonight's top stories
From cleanup efforts at an infamous homeless encampment in Phoenix, to a Phoenix Police officer who died while on duty, here's a look at the top stories on May 10, 2023.
Judge dismisses restraining order granted to Wendy Rogers against Arizona journalist
A judge in Arizona has dismissed an injunction that was granted to Arizona State Senator Wendy Rogers. The injunction was initially granted after Rogers alleged that a reporter with the Arizona Capitol Times was stalking her.
2 earthquakes reported near Flagstaff
Two small earthquakes were reported Wednesday near Flagstaff, according to the U.S. Geological Survey.
Arizona Snowbowl to stay open through Memorial Day
Normally, early May is about the time of year that Arizona Snowbowl closes their lifts for the season, but with a surplus of snow in 2023, conditions are simply too good for the closure to happen, and for the first time in over eight decades, Snowbowl will be open through Memorial Day weekend. FOX 10's Stephanie Bennett reports.
Flood-ridden Arizona areas, Lori Vallow case
In this episode of John Hook's Newsmaker Saturday, we're first hearing from Vice Mayor of Flagstaff, Austin Aslan, as the beautiful northern Arizona city is experiencing water cascading in the neighborhoods, parks, and developments ever since fires burned in the mountains over the last several years. On top of that, we're talking about the unbelievable winter snowpack that's accumulated in that part of the state that's greatly improved drought conditions all across Arizona. In the second half, we're catching up with FOX 10's Justin Lum on the "doomsday mom" murder trial. The trial of Lori Vallow, the Arizona mom accused of killing her kids, JJ Vallow and Tylee Ryan. He spent two weeks in Boise, Idaho getting a feel for the trial's impact on the community, hearing and seeing graphic testimony and evidence, all while getting to see Lori's reaction, or apparent lack thereof, to these testimonies while in the courtroom with her.
A Flagstaff motel will soon become housing for the homeless
Flagstaff Shelter Services announced that it acquired a Motel 6 on East Lucky Lane for nearly $9 million - a building that is now being called The Lantern.
Flagstaff family now living on a 'lake' as snowmelt causes flooding
A Flagstaff family is dealing with floodwaters up to their front porch due to rapid snowmelt up north.
Flagstaff family now living on a 'lake' as snow is rapidly melting in the high country
A Flagstaff family is dealing with floodwaters up to their front porch due to rapid snowmelt up north. The water is receding but this family and their neighbors have adjusted to suddenly living on a lake. FOX 10's Linda Williams has more from Flagstaff.
Woman tied to Arizona polygamous leader accused of threatening child welfare workers
The indictment of Josephine Barlow Bistline marks the fourth woman associated with self-declared prophet Samuel Bateman to face federal charges. Three of Bateman’s wives were previously charged with kidnapping and impeding a foreseeable prosecution after eight girls associated with the sect fled from foster care.
Flagstaff residents dealing with heavy flooding amid warmer weather
Merely a few weeks ago, people in parts of Flagstaff were shoveling snow as a result of multiple rounds of winter weather. With temperatures rising, however, the winter snowpack is melting, and that is causing some new problems for people there. FOX 10's Marissa Sarbak reports.
Advisory in effect as Flagstaff deals with flooding
Continued snowmelt is sending water onto roadways in parts of Flagstaff. The region has seen a lot of snow in recent months. FOX 10's Marissa Sarbak reports.
Prairie dogs likely the cause of Lower Lake Mary levee damage, flooding
Incredible images are coming out of Flagstaff as the levee surrounding Lower Lake Mary broke – and the cause of all this might be because of prairie dogs.
Flooding concerns raised in Flagstaff as water infrastructure becomes damaged
There are more concerns in Flagstaff as a broken culvert could lead to some flooding in the next few days. The city says the Schultz Creek culvert is damaged and could cause run-off as temperatures warm up and all the snow melts. The creek runs beneath Highway 180. ADOT workers are trying to clear debris from the pipe and repairs were expected to be made on April 10.