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KNXV ABC15 News August 28, 2016

Actually pretty nice. It was a little bit of exciting, right . We need the rain. We are still in a drought. What a difference a day makes. Things really drying out out there. Lets get you started this morning. This is a live look outside. You cant really see a whole lot because that sun not going to rise until about 6 00. 80 degrees the phoenix sky harbor. Humidity a little elevated. Not too, too bad. Its going to feel a little bit sticky as you this is your most accurate forecast by the hour. Cooler morning. We are going to be in the upper 70s. Have that coffee outside. Go for that jog or hike. Noon warm and sunny, 95 degrees. Low triple digits by this evening. But we are going to get warmer. I will track that warmup straight ahead and that most accurate sevenday. Thanks, nick. Well, lanes are back open this morning after a deadly bicycle crash. This one happening last night near 43rd avenue and bethany police. They tell us they should have an update sometime this morning. We know one person was killed in this incident. Allison, a woman taken to the hospital from this scene. We are told a driver lost control near 67th avenue in glendale, crashing into a telephone pole. Officers say that driver did suffer minor injuries and was taken to the hospital to get checked out. A drunk driver likely the reason for this scene happening early this morning. A driver crashed on the loop 101 right no other vehicles were involved. No word if that driver was hurt and taken to the hospital or even arrested. It was an emotional week in court as the man accused of killing a 2yearold girl plans to change his plea to guilty. Its a move Family Members of Savannah Cross have been waiting for nearly four years. Abc15s Maryellen Resendez is joining us live now. You have been in touch with the reporter the grandmother has kept in touch with me through facebook for several years now. She says the family feels like they are finally going to get justice for 2yearold Savannah Cross. Now, according to Court Documents they show that ryan reid is expected to plead guilty. That is an official plea. He went to court last week, pleading to seconddegree murder in exchange for a plea deal. According to Family Members that will land him in prison with no possibility of parole for 24 years. 2yearold Savannah Cross died in september of 2012 whileata home daycare ran by reid and Allison Clement. Detectives said reid stomped on her stomach and that Allison Clement didnt do anything to stop it or report it. Now, police at that time also said that savannahs mother, ashley, left savannah at this daycare for several weeks at a time, only showing up to make injuries and discovered that she also had acute methamphetamine exposure. Now, Allison Clement also has a plea deal on the table. That deal is going to expire on tuesday. Now, we are told that she has not accepted that deal yet. She has until tuesday. If not, she will go to trial later this month actually, in september. All right. Maryellen thank you. 5 04. They should have their own department in the valley. Un phoenix fire having to rescue another person saturday on piestwa peak after a woman was too tired and dehydrated to make it down on her own. She was on her way up for a second time when she became dizzy and did not have enough water. A hiker says she was going past her when the woman flagged him down for help. She was distressed. Not feeling well. 911 . She said, please. Thankfully that guy was there. Fire crews helped her rehydrate and assisted her down the mountain. Lets go over to prescott. Visit a playground in honor of kayla mueller. She was captured and killed while in the hands of isis. Mueller was a humanity, volunteering overseas. She was killed last year. Her parents spoke briefly at the dedication yesterday saying they could feel her presence there and she would be proud other families. The community gathered to build this space to honor her. You know that the mueller family is going to never get over it. I cant imagine losing a child. But had is the Silver Lining to that dark cloud. If a couple kids grow up saying i want to be like kayla, we did good here today. The playground features a zip line, slides, swings and more. Two men behind bars this charges. Police say that 25yearold jamie knox and eric white were arrested for breaking into a buckeye home near baseline and miller. The front door was open and a window got smashed. Police say witnesses and a video helped them find these guys. Dps telling us an arrest has been made after a deadly hitandrun crash that happened in the west valley at 99th avenue and van buren. Officials say the pedestrian was hit in the road and the driver took off, leaving that person to die. We are working to learn who that suspect is. A man is waiting to be extradited back to pima county facing multiple counts of Sexual Exploitation of a minor. The Sheriffs Office telling us that 48yearold brian foley was arrested in amarillo, texas. They say that they tried to serve a warrant last week, but foley skipped town. He is in now in a amarillo jail and will be sent back to arizona. Death of deshawn mcdonald. He was gunned down last weekend. Thats where loved ones gathered for a vigil last night. He was known as d mac deluxx. He would have been 27 yesterday. Instead of a celebration, his family is mourning his loss. I was supposed to be meeting him over here. I came and found him. Situation is hard for me right now. I could imagine it would be tough for anybody. Still no arrests made in this case either. Anybody with info is urged to Call Phoenix Police or call silent witness as well. A person abused a small dog and then left it to die. The dog was found with trauma to its body near 69th avenue in van buren in phoenix. Maricopa county animal care and sadly, it had to be put down because the injuries were too severe. They say if the puppy had been treated sooner, it probably would have recovered. If you didnt want the dog, why didnt you just give it away to someone who did . The fact that you look at one of those innocent creatures and inflict damage on them knowing that theyre getting hurt and ultimately have died as a result of this, you have to wonder about the persons well being. That is just heartbreaking. The case being investigated as felony animal cruelty. And hikers on mount lemon. A bear has been prowling around that area and it doesnt seem to be afraid of humans. It was spotted on friday. Game and fish Officials Say that the bear isnt really aggressive, but has followed hikers around the trail. So if you are camping there, make sure clean up that food and throw away all that trash. Well, developing in new jersey now a horrific crime taking place as investigators work to learn what happened here. A 28yearold man is behind mom and dad. Authorities say the couple were beaten to death inside of their homes. The suspect was taken to a Mental Hospital for evaluation. We have seen a few sinkholes pop up in the valley, right . But nothing like this one in florida. Look at this here. Two holes shutting down the busy highway this morning. Officials saying a water main break opened them up just feet from each other. You can see the water was actually gushing out in one of them, but this one just kind of sitting there in the pile. Thankfully, nobody was this. No word how long it will take to repair. My goodness, what a mess there. Some sad news to tell you about as we learn former state lawmaker Carolyn Allen has passed away. She served in the state legislature for 16 years, known for her work in healthcare and the arts. She was 78 years old. Two days until the arizona primary election. Right now the county recorder is preparing for any possible problems. You will recall the controversy the president ial elections. They are holding a training class for troubleshooters who will be helping polling place workers on election night. And they have about five to six polling places apiece. Its important that they carry with them information, extra equipment if thats needed. There are 100 of these specialized polling place helpers who will be spread across the valley. There will be hotlines for the poll workers and troubleshooters to call in case to stay up to date on the election news and know where the candidates stand on the issues as well as we inch closer to tuesdays primary and election download our app called podium. A lot of issues to talk about and a lot of races that you are going to be going over on tuesday, i believe . Thats right. Our team is going to be making sure people are prepared, know what to do, know what to do before they head to the polls. Keep it tuned to abc15. Yeah, we will be taking thacks way. Nick keeping an eye on the 24 hours ago . Absolutely. I think today is going to be dry for the most part. Wasnt yesterday nice . Turned out to be a great day. Hey, here we go. Here is your most accurate forecast through the day if you are going to the pool today. A 9 out of 10 level for uv. Keep in mind burn times under 15 minutes. Also an ozone advisory in effect for today. Todays high 101. We will be above average before the end that have sevenday forecast. I will have the details for you coming up. Its been nd construction for a while and making waves already. We are taking you inside the Odysea Aquarium and showing you some of wet and wild animals. And school is back in session. The simple moves that could end up saving your life. Evything. Honey bunches of oats. It ts, th, and this. It is the mother of all cereals, and all of that. He most cerealriffic cereal in all the history and will be for eternity. Cereal honey bunches of oats. America thought our pancakes were pretty special. But we knew we could do better. So we did. We made dennys new pancakes 50 fluffier with fresh buttermilk and hint of vanilla. If you disagree, the cakes are free. Thats the dennys loveem or theyre free guarantee. Into that new Odysea Aquarium set it open up in scottsdale. Meet gizmo, peanut and pepper. The otters are just some of the new resendez that are moving in. But guess what . There is penguins and jellyfish and stingrays and oct upi. Thats the plural, right . It holds more than 2 million gallons of water and, of course, one of the Main Attractions, yeah, there is that shark kind of scary. There is unique features at this aquarium, too. Check it out. You will see a very large acrylic viewing panel. Thats our public restrooms. When you are done doing your business, you go to the sink, wash your hands. Rather than looking into the mirror, you are looking into the shark exhibit. But dont worry. The sharks cant see you. Lots to see. You will be able to touch some of the sea life like sea stars urchins. An official date for the grand opening hasnt been announced yet. Its going to be very soon. We have more information on abc15. Com. So check it out. Very cool. Its going to be really, really exciting. I think so. The school year is in full swing. That means its time to talk about safety for the entire family. Yeah. Really. Distracted walking or wandering around alone in a new area, that could leave you easy prey for an attacker. We are showing you some of most effective ways to protect yourself if you are attacked. Reporter being distracted could put your personal safety at risk. Thats why u. S. A. Karate az is teaching self defense moves for both women and women. Gives them an idea of what they can do and how to prevent anything from happening. Reporter these moves targeted at getting out of a predators grip and getting to safety. Turn into him, okay . Keep turning all the way around. Reasonable distance. Reporter students are carrying around items like backpacks, keys or cell phones. Good things to use to your advantage if you are attacked. For example, use the corner of your phone. Slam it into a vital point of ryans head. The temple. Reporter guys could find themselves in dangerous situation, as well. He takes my legs out from underneath me. I am stopping him from getting down to the ground. Thats going to i am trying to break his grip on my leg, spin him around. Using his momentum against him. There were so many more moves to see and learn, too. If you would like more information, visit usakarateaz. Com. Last year. Nau has continued to grow every year for the last few years. They are building extra on campus, housing, too. Those will be ready next school year. Dont be alarmed if you pass by Indian School park today and you see something revealing. Its national go topless day, and there will be a march at the park. Organizers say the point is to protest laws that discriminate based on gender. The plan is to march up and down the streets and ride the light rail topless. Attend. Officials say the start time is going to be 10 00 this morning. All systems are go for bell road to be reopened in surprise by november. Adot says construction of an overpass at grand avenue is moving ahead in stages. Right now the focus is giving eastbound lanes of grand a makeover. In the coming weeks concrete will be poured on the overpass to carry bell road over grand avenue. Crews will continue to build retaining walls there. November, which is just a few months away. The entire interchange is scheduled for completion next spring. Can you believe november is just a few months away, nick . The countdown to christmas has started. So many people there in the northwest valley, they cant wait for that intersection to finally reopen and all that to be back up and running. A live look outside right now. Get into the most accurate forecast. City lights right now, its dark. Thats one thing that weve noticed is that the taking a little bit longer to rise and setting sooner, too. Thats helping our temperatures stay cool. So you know that fall is in sight when starts to happen. This is the first sign that summer is winding down. 77 right now in mesa. Good morning chandler. You guys are at 79. 76 deer valley. 78 in glendale. The rest of the valley a mix of 70s and 80s. 72 right now in cave creek. Wow. Looks like we are in 80 in levine. 76 in buckeye. A live look at abc15 desert doppler. I am not tracking anything across the valley. Way different than 24 hours ago. Take a look at this. I am seeing a strong cell collapsing. This is in window rocks. Northeastern arizona. This is, like i said, falling apart. It was pretty powerful. It packed a punch with a lot of lightning and heavy downpours, too. If you live in that area and you are watching and you say, yeah, i know, it just passed by my house. Its going to be dry for the not really expecting any shower activity. The high country i want to mention could see a popup shower at anytime today. So just keep that in mind if you are watching us from flagstaff or sedona, anywhere along the rim, too. This is the uv by the hour. We are going to be at a level 10 by 1 00. Keep in mind burn times are going to be under 15 minutes. If you are going hiking or you will be by the pool, slather on that sunscreen. Air quality, unfortunately, we have another Ozone Health Watch keep in mind the atmosphere of the air might not be super healthy for you today. 101 is todays high. A few degrees below where we should be. Warm and dry is what well call it. Winds out of the northwest 5 to 10 miles per hour. 78 is the overnight low. Its going to feel so nice. Maybe have dinner outside today. Looks like for monday 105 is going to be the high. As i mentioned, its going to be warming up a little bit. 105 also on 105 on wednesday. Then take a look at that. By wednesday, thats when we start to integrate those rain chances once again. Thursday is looking like the best day, but then by next weekend not so bad. Looks like we will see some clearing. Temperatures hover at about the average. Abc15 sports brought to you by sanderson ford. Coming up, a 43 win in 11 innings friday night. The Arizona Diamondbacks and Cincinnati Reds back at it last night at chase field, but this zack godley shelled by cincinnati. He gives up nine runs on nine hits, including three home runs. On offense the dbacks managed just four hits on the night. Unable to score. Arizona falls to the red 130. They have now lost six out of the last ten. The dbacks are 22 games below. 500. The Arizona Cardinals are in houston making final preparations for todays preseason game number three against the texans. Its that game where the team spends considerable time game the first offense and defense will play more than they have in the first two games. We can expect the starters to play through the first half, and perhaps even into the 3rd quarter. This is typically the game coaches like to go into halftime and make adjustments with the starters and let them see if they can handle the halftime corrections. The guys we talk to understand the importance of todays game three. Its an important week for the routine. Like you sawed, we are game planning. We are getting scout team looks. We are looking at what were going to see on sunday against the texans. Yeah, man, starters stay in a while, you know. You actually game plan for this game. Its the closest thing for the preseason to the actual game. We are giving away tickets to the broncoscards game. Download the abc15 app and look for the contest entry for your chance go to abc15 for contest rules. Nor injury woes for Dallas Cowboys quarterback tony romo. In seattle, romo was sacked and immediately reached for his lower back. An mri revealed a compression fracture of his l1 vertebrae. Surgery will not be required, but he will have to sit out somewhere between six to ten weeks. With romo out, the cowboys are the giants. San francisco 49ers quarterback Colin Kaepernick refused to stand for the National Anthem prior to friday nights game. Talking with nfl media he said he is not going to stand up to show pride in a flag for a country that opresses black people and people of color. He said, to me this is bigger than football and it would be selfish on my part to look the other way. The 49ers and the nfl responded saying they acknowledge a participate in the National Anthem. Players are encouraged but not required to stand during the National Anthem. Taking on Valo

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