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Two individuals, a man and a woman, are fighting for their lives after a shooting at a Phoenix apartment complex. Authorities are investigating the life-threatening injuries, with no suspects identified. The relationship between the victims and the cause of the shooting remain unknown. The Phoenix Police Department is urging anyone with information to come forward.

Todays news update covers a sentencing for a man who attempted to kill his wifes unborn baby, a school districts plans to close schools due to declining enrollment, a man charged with murdering his parents, a deadly crash causing traffic disruptions, and new developments in the House of Horrors animal cruelty case.

Car crash involving Tempe police officer sends one to hospital; investigation ongoing

Phoenix Zoos new Masai giraffe needs a name; public voting for Tesni, Binti, Cyra, Kasi, or Ray is open until December 22nd. The baby, born to Sunshine and Miguu, is growing fast and may debut in January. Conservation efforts have helped the species recover from poaching and habitat loss.

In Arizonas desert climate, creating a classic ice skating experience is a challenge. The City of Goodyear offers a synthetic ice rink, providing a fun experience at no cost. Meanwhile, the Fairmont Scottsdale Princess uses a special surface and Zamboni to maintain real ice, offering a true winter wonderland for guests.

The Kyrene School District in Arizona is grappling with a challenging decision: closing some of its schools due to a significant drop in enrollment. With space for 20,000 students but only serving 12,000, the district is considering three plans, all of which involve closing several elementary and middle schools, including Kyrene de la Colina, Kyrene de la Estrella, Kyrene de las Manitas, and Kyrene Traditional Academy. The decline is attributed to falling birth rates, an aging population, rising real estate costs, and the popularity of school choice options. If the district doesnt adapt, it may face staff cuts, larger class sizes, and reduced opportunities for students. Parents are resisting the closures, highlighting the schools role as community hubs.

Arizona man sentenced to ten years for attempting to kill unborn baby: Justin Noecker, a 43-year-old man from Prescott, Arizona, was sentenced to ten years in prison for allegedly assaulting his pregnant wife, leading to the loss of their unborn child. The case underscores Arizonas legal protections for unborn children. Noecker was charged with attempted second-degree murder of the unborn baby and received an additional seven years of supervised probation for kidnapping his wife during the attack.

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Police seek publics help in identifying suspect in Brown University shooting; FBI offers $50,000 reward for information leading to arrest and conviction.