Alexis Cortez

Phoenix

Content Producer at KOLD-TV (Tucson, AZ)

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2 high schoolers found shot to death in remote part of Arizona, officials investigating as homicides

1 day ago | kktv.com | Ben Bradley |Alexis Cortez |Emily Van de Riet

MARICOPA COUNTY, Ariz. (KPHO/Gray News) – Two high school students were found dead in a remote part of Arizona last week in a case that officials are investigating as a homicide. In the early hours of May 27, deputies with the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office were called to a scene near SR 87 between Mesa and Payson. When deputies arrived, they found two bodies in the Mount Ord area, not far from the Gila County border.
LIVE: Lori Vallow Daybell trial underway in attempted murder case

1 day ago | azfamily.com | Alexis Cortez

PHOENIX (AZFamily) — Opening statements are scheduled in the trial of Lori Vallow Daybell for the attempted murder of her ex-nephew-in-law, Brandon Boudreaux. The trial is set to start after Vallow Daybell was wheeled out of the courtroom earlier this week, appearing very sick in a wheelchair. On Wednesday, Judge Justin Beresky ordered Vallow Daybell to be present in the courtroom for jury selection.
‘I just want to go home’: Body-cam shows Emily Pike running away from Mesa group home

2 days ago | azfamily.com | Alexis Cortez

MESA, AZ (AZFamily) — New body-cam videos show previous instances where Emily Pike ran away from a Mesa group home in the months leading up to her death. On Valentine’s Day, the 14-year-old’s remains were found dismembered in trash bags in the woods north of Globe. Pike’s family, who lives on the San Carlos Apache Indian Reservation, previously told Arizona’s Family that at the time of her death, she was living in the group home.
Glendale man sentenced to life for 2019 murders of girlfriend, 4-year-old girl

2 days ago | kold.com | Alexis Cortez

GLENDALE, AZ (AZFamily) — The man convicted of killing his girlfriend and her 4-year-old daughter in Glendale six years ago learned his punishment on Wednesday. Maricopa County Attorney Rachel Mitchell said that 30-year-old Brandon Andres Bautista Torres was sentenced to natural life in prison for the murders of 19-year-old Selina Toyos and her daughter, Aleena Bermudez. “This was a horrific and cowardly act of domestic violence that claimed two innocent lives,” Mitchell said in a statement.
Glendale man sentenced to life for 2019 murders of girlfriend, 4-year-old girl

2 days ago | azfamily.com | Alexis Cortez

GLENDALE, AZ (AZFamily) — The man convicted of killing his girlfriend and her 4-year-old daughter in Glendale six years ago learned his punishment on Wednesday. Maricopa County Attorney Rachel Mitchell said that 30-year-old Brandon Andres Bautista Torres was sentenced to natural life in prison for the murders of 19-year-old Selina Toyos and her daughter, Aleena Bermudez. “This was a horrific and cowardly act of domestic violence that claimed two innocent lives,” Mitchell said in a statement.
Chandler police warn residents about dangerous ‘pranks’ involving minors

2 days ago | kold.com | Alexis Cortez

CHANDLER, AZ (AZFamily) — Chandler police are warning residents about young kids and teens being involved in dangerous “pranks” that have damaged some homes. The Chandler Police Department received several reports from homeowners about vandalism, kids kicking front doors and shutting off power. Some homes have been repeatedly targeted by so-called “pranksters.”Authorities say these “pranks” could lead to charges such as criminal damage, disorderly conduct or harassment.
Chandler police warn residents about dangerous ‘pranks’ involving minors

3 days ago | azfamily.com | Alexis Cortez

CHANDLER, AZ (AZFamily) — Chandler police are warning residents about young kids and teens being involved in dangerous “pranks” that have damaged some homes. The Chandler Police Department received several reports from homeowners about vandalism, kids kicking front doors and shutting off power. Some homes have been repeatedly targeted by so-called “pranksters.”Authorities say these “pranks” could lead to charges such as criminal damage, disorderly conduct or harassment.
Fall 2025 lottery tickets on sale now to tour historic Tovrea Castle

5 days ago | azfamily.com | Alexis Cortez

PHOENIX (AZFamily) — Lottery tickets are on sale now to tour one of the Valley’s most iconic architectural landmarks. Due to an overwhelming demand to tour the Tovrea Castle, guests must enter the lottery system for a chance to purchase tour tickets for fall 2025. Regular tours will be held on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays from September through December. Guests can enter the lottery beginning June 1-15.
Largest egg producer in Southwest loses 95% of its chickens in Arizona to bird flu

1 week ago | kktv.com | Alexis Cortez |Ben Bradley |Jordan Gartner

BUCKEYE, Ariz. (KPHO/Gray News) — An Arizona farm and one of the largest egg producers in the U.S. confirmed on Friday that it has lost nearly its entire chicken population in the state. According to Hickman’s Family Farms, about six million birds have been lost due to bird flu. “I’m here today to tell you that we’ve lost 95% of the chickens we have in the state,” Glenn Hickman, Hickman’s Family Farms’ president and CEO, said.
Suspect accused of stabbing woman to death with metal pen at Glendale bus stop

1 week ago | kold.com | Alexis Cortez

GLENDALE, AZ (AZFamily) — Police have arrested a suspect accused of stabbing and killing woman at a Glendale bus stop last month. During a press conference on Friday, Glendale police announced James Marshaun Christopher Weekly was taken into custody for the murder of 62-year-old Judy Lopez. On April 29, around 9:15 p.m., officers were called to the stabbing near 83rd Avenue and Cardinals Way, just southeast of State Farm Stadium. Multiple people stopped to help and called 911.