
Melissa Morrissette
Digital Content Editor at KPNX-TV (Phoenix, AZ)
Emmy-nominated content editor at KPNX-TV.
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1 month ago |
12news.com | Melissa Morrissette
PHOENIX — Arizona Governor Katie Hobbs vetoed over a dozen bills Tuesday. The Governor vetoed 36 bills on Monday, according to her office. Here's a list of the latest bills that didn't make the cut. SB1036, public resources; influencing elections; penalties This bill would have allowed residents to sue the city, town, county or school district for use of public resources to influence an election and require the collection of civil penalties to be paid to the resident.
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1 month ago |
12news.com | Melissa Morrissette
PHOENIX — The Glendale Police Department is asking for the public’s assistance in identifying three persons of interest following a mass shooting at a restaurant Sunday night. In a release, police say the persons of interest are not suspects but may have information needed for the investigation. Police are still combing through evidence and encourage anyone with information to either call Silent Witness (480) 948.6377 or scan a QR code to upload any pictures or videos related to the case.
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1 month ago |
12news.com | Melissa Morrissette
PHOENIX — An ASU associate professor is on administrative leave after being arrested for aggravated luring of a minor for sexual exploitation, officials said. >> Live, local, breaking. Download the 12News app Shiyou Wu, 26, was arrested by Chandler police on Monday after meeting up with an undercover police officer he met on a dating app. Court documents say Wu contacted and propositioned what he thought was a 15-year-old boy for sex acts.
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2 months ago |
12news.com | Melissa Morrissette
PHOENIX — Are you ready for Opening Day at Chase Field? The Arizona Diamondbacks are encouraging ticket holders to arrive early to avoid traffic delays for the nearly sold-out game. The D-backs are set to play the Chicago Cubs on Thursday at 7:10 p.m. Gates will open at 5 p.m., giving fans ample time to find their seats and take in the Opening Day festivities at 6:30 pm. Fans should also note that it will be a warm day, and the roof of Chase Field will be open.
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Mar 19, 2025 |
12news.com | Melissa Morrissette
PHOENIX — It’s no secret that State 48 is among the hottest in the country, temperature-wise. While record-breaking heat is our forte, staying hydrated during the spring and summer months is actually a matter of life and death. The Arizona Department of Health Service’s heat-related illness dashboard breaks down emergency room visits. Maricopa County had nearly 4,000 visits last year. Pima County came in second with 573 trips, and Pinal County was third with 360 trips.
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