and a lot of people are talking about clinton and trump face to face at last. where many are gathering to watch tonight's first presidential debate. >> did you see how beautiful the weekend was? >> we loved it. >> changes are coming and temperature wise a nice dry drive to work. you'll notice more clouds but i'm not tracking rain in the valley. it's something i'm watching. i'll keep you posted. 82 and warming to 85 by 10:00. and today's high near 90. we have to talk about the strong winds and rain chances later in just a few minutes.

free for monday morning. take a look. eight minutes southbound from dunlap to mcdowell. and you'll see a small batch of slowing near camelback. and the east valley is super quiet. maybe you're taking the 60 or the 10. you shouldn't see any problem spots. i want to talk about safety and security for parents there. there's a developing story in phoenix. abc 15 is aware of a social media threat involving a local high school. somebody posted a photo of guns warning people to stay home. several concerned parents and students shared that on facebook and called into the newsroom this morning. we have reached out to police and the high school district.

seriously, sorting this out. and we'll let you know when we hear back from them. racial tensions hit a boiling point over police shootings. there's a demonstration planned for right here in the valley. let's get to katie conner. a lot of people are wondering what's going to happen. mill avenue is the general avenue, right? >> this is a busy street. and students are the protest planned today. ralliers are planned to block traffic. they are demanding justice for michelle -- and for dalvin hollands. he was running from police after allegedly robbing a walgreens. police thought he was armed and no gun was ever found.

violent protests in charlotte. the governor had to impose a curfew to keep people safe. we talked with organizers, and they are hoping that the protest stays safe. they'll have extra police officers on hand. and they've told the organizers, they cannot walk in the street. anyone who breaks the rule could be arrested. 5:03 and more brea to tell you about. salt river police investigating after a man was shot dead at a gas station. justin pazera is live near hayden and -- >> is anybody in custody at this point though? >> reporter: a little twist to the story. two women are now in custody. and they are being questioned about the murder. it happened at this gas station. it's supposed to be open 24 hours.

is closed. here's the deal. police are looking for two other people, witnesses, they saw something happen. and i can see tempe marketplace from here. this is a very busy area. police want to talk to the two witnesses because they left. after they reported something going on in the parking lot. overnight, police were looking for the suspects and spotted a car they believe was connected to this. and the two women are being questioned. a 35-year-old male was shot and killed. at this point we're not sure of the motive. police are looking for witnesses and we'll be expected the name to be released after the family is notified. and more information coming in after a report of shots being fired bringing several police officers to a

51 and camelback. someone called reports of a gun being fired near an overpass. officers found several shell casings on the bridge. and they were questioning a person but it's not clear if that person was charged or if that was the shooter. a woman was stabbed late last night first responders rushed to the scene the injuries are life threatening and a person is in custody. and it may be a case of domestic violence. we're getting a look at two of the three people in custody. they're accused of attacking someone who was trying to do the right thing. dps tells us a woman stopped to

were stranded. one of them jumped in her car and punched her. officers arrested three of them. the 4th is a teenage runaway and that person will not b charged. phoenix police are asking for your help to find a shooter on the loose. one of these people shot a man in the chest year 35th and baseline three weeks ago. the victim made it. he was walking to was attacked. call silent witness if you have any information. 408-witness. and it might be early for halloween but never too early for thieves to strike. this video shows a crook making off with a family's halloween decorations. the person responsible didn't see the cameras or didn't care. >> what kind of person would do

thinking about the themselves. >> you heard it there. a scummy person. the family has replaced the decorations. but they'd like nothing more than for him to face the music. what's causing a spike in earthquakes? what researchers are digging into this morning. two big names teaming up to battle climate change. in chief to tune out for tonight's debate. we're at 82 and a storm we're at 82 and a storm system is we dance on the salsa team together,

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control and went through a concrete barrier. nobody was seriously injured. and mallory, you have a story about preventing crashes like this. >> this is in the east valley. east valley drivers look out for a big change on u.s. 60. new barriers are up in tempe approaching i-10. this is westbound drivers on the u.s. 60. it's been a trouble spot for years due to all the crashes. adot hopes the barriers will help drivers choose their lane a little bit earlier. and it will keep drivers from swerving all the way across the freeway. you'll have to make your decision a lot sooner if you're traveling on the 60. no crashes to worry about for the valley commute. that includes the north valley. a six-minute desert drive time.

once you're on the 17 it's quiet. and i want to show you loop 101. this weekend there was a lot of work in this area. i'm not seeing any slowing right now. i'm tracking changes in the form of rain chances. right now tracking light rain through southeast arizona, tucson, and areas to the southeast. closer to the valley. areas of the rain that doesn't quite hit the ground. that's what we've been seeing north of florence. there's a chance that could continue but for most of us a nice dry drive to work. and the changes are that we get a boost in moisture. and plan or more cloud cover. i kept the 10% chance in through 6 a.m. for that chance of a few

and it won't be until after 4:00 that we bring back the chance for light showers. today's high, only 90 degrees. what temperatures look like the rest of the week. and we'll talk about the winds next. a man who police say is a mass murder. dylan roof is heading to court. and tonight's debate headed to the big screen. we're not jo where you can see a debate watch party plus so many more happening across the valley. a chicago mom of three speaking out about the importance of vaccines after a dangerous close call. >> i put my kids at risk. >> she was a big believer in anti-vaccination research. >> i scoured everything i could possibly find about why vaccines might be harmful. i became pretty convinced.

vaccinate her children. and then her 5-year-old and 3- year-old twins were stricken with road virus. >> i could have had them vaccinated. i felt guilty. >> reporter: the most common reasons -- some cited concerns about autism, a link which has been disproven. dr.richard besser weighs in on

new this morning, a poll reveals a gender gap when it comes to the election. check it out. hillary clinton is up by 19 points among women. donald trump leads by 19 points among men. the race is tightening up

jennifer flowers to tonight's debate was just a threat. trump is upset about mark cuban getting a front row seat. he threatened to bring mark flowers. trump's campaign manager saying she will not be there. we want to give you a front row seat to the action. nick c with more on the debate watch parties. this is an event, nick. >> reporter: you hear watch party and think super bowl. media experts are expecting a super bowl-sized audience as the candidate go head to head in the first matchup of the presidential campaign season if you will. and one of the places is right behind me at tempe marketplace.

hosting a watch party. we found a flier that's talking about the event. and we also found out the event is so popular, it's been sold out. and i'm told there's space for an overflow area at a different location. and they have all the information on their facebook page. and the republican group on campus at asu is hosting its own watch it's at the -- that also on facebook. ahead at 5:30. time is running out to register. we're taking action to make sure you know what you need to do before the deadline. that's coming up at 5:30. folks don't know what's going to happen tonight.

new york -- if you're not by a television. pick up your smart foam. we're streaming it live on our mobile app. it's free. download it now. a court hearing will be held today for the accused cascade mall shooter in washington state. that shooting happening over the weekend. several people killed and much more on that in just a few minutes. and also in north carolina, jury selection is set to begin for the man accused of gunning down nine people. dylann roof killed nine people taking part in a bible study. he's facing a possible death sentence. testimony is not expected until

out. we have been tracking several earthquakes in california. they are small earthquakes and still noteworthy. as you look at the u.s. gs. all throughout california, and one in nevada. let me -- i wanted to pinpoint the largest quickly. and it's not going to work for me. 2.8 and still several little rumbles next door. are oil and gas wells partially to blame for the spike in earthquakes across the midwest? that's the question researchers at kansas state are asking right now. they are calling for new mapping after the earlier quake this month. in the last 10 years, they have seen a tenfold jump in seismic

the commander in chief joining up with leo dicaprio. a conversation on combating climate change. the documentary will debut on the south lawn after that discussion. and the white house confirming that the president will watch most if not all of tonight's presidential debate. and watch it right here at 6:00. talking about your most accurate forecast. 82degrees and before you head out the door. know that you'll step outside to more clouds and we'll see more clouds throughout the day. and we'll feel stronger winds across southern arizona and right here in the valley. and rain chances return to the forecast starting today and continuing through thursday. changes to the weather in comparison to the past weekend.

the southwest. and it's going to stick to the southwest before it starts to lift north. and it's going to bring in the moisture along with kicking up the winds. the best rain chances will be across southeast arizona and we'll see the line of rain work into the valley. and as the storm system starts to lift closer to the state. the storm chances go up with lingering ragu wednesday and friday. for today, a 10% chance. i won't rule out a sprinkle in and as the day goes on. we'll watch the rain to the southeast. and it could lift into the phoenix metro by this evening. a slight chance of light sprinkles. we could get severe thunderstorms developing through the afternoon and through early wednesday with the chances continuing through thursday for the valley before we start to dry out. in the valley.

strongest winds coming around early afternoon for the phoenix metro. 90 today. we'll talk more about where the wind advisories will be in just a few minutes. we have a new crash and it's actually off the freeway, on mcdowell, on i-17. and a couple of cars have left the area. we have a trooper there also. look for the minor restrictions as you're traveling eastbound. anit all green conditions and that's all the way from the 101 through the durango curve. and that goes for the entire valley. i-10 not slowing just yet even though it's getting busier. and we'll take a look at scottsdale in just a few minutes. time is 5:21. could furniture in your home

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southeast arizona and winds will kick up across the southern part of the state. and delays are setting in i- 10, 83rd avenue. and we'll take a look at the rest of the hot spots. he's a convicted terrorist from arizona. but what will become of him? >> the latest -- a live look out of the housto

before you head out the door, a protest could cause your problems. where you should avoid. and breaking news happening right now. a gas station in the salt river community becomes a crime scene after a and people are already talking about this one. the candidates neck and neck in the polls, and you can expect the gloves to come off in the first presidential debate. it's 5:30 and this is a live look out of the houston. reports of an active shooter situation at a shopping center. residents are told to stay inside, avoid this area.

to be contained and it's still very active. and the abc station in houston reporting multiple victims down. and the shooter is down as well. several different angles capturing this scene as you look at this right now. i don't know if we can go to frame sync one? it's another chopper look right there. after zooming in to this apartment complex, a housing complex, this is unfolding and details are limited. it's an active shooter situation according to the abc affiliate in houston. as soon as i get another update i'll let you know. we'll keep an eye on all of the feeds. that's a triage center where they'll be treating victims. let's talk about the weather now.

it's not too cool right now. 82-- >> the last -- or last week we started the day in the 60s and 70s. and this morning we're holding onto the 80s because we're seeing more clouds. the blanket of clouds prevents us from cooling down further. and i think the temperature will drop a couple more degrees. a mild start as you're heading out the door. and dry roads. by this afternoon to 90 degrees. and we're tracking changes. the winds will get much stronger, and we have rain chances to talk about. i'll break down the hour-by- hour planner for you next. if you're in the west valley. i'm seeing some delays. it's the only issue we have valley wide. about a 14-minute desert drive time. the delays are closer to 81st of. by the time you hit 51st it's

the 17. we have a crash. it just jumped up to 18 minutes. it's slowing more on the 10. and the crash on the 17 is on mcdowell. and it's just about clear. burn more car to clean up. eastbound mcdowell near the 17 interchange. you could tame thomas instead. it's in the clearing stages. the east valley drive is up next. breaking news happening overnight as the salt river police dep after a man was shot dead at a gas station here. and justin pazera is live at hayden and -- an active situation here. anybody in custody? >> you know, that's the thing, chris. and you normally don't hear about this. but two women are being questioned about the murder. it happened in the gas station parking lot. and talk about a bold act.

whoever did this -- if it is these two women -- it was done in front of everyone. the african-american male, 35 years old, he was shot and killed. we don't have a motive. and police are looking for two witnesses. they saw something and whatever it was, it was big enough for them to go inside and tell the clerk something was going on. and they left before they were able to talk to police. police want to talk to those maybe you saw something going on. it's a very busy area. i can see tempe marketplace from here. police want to hear from you if you saw something. a bicyclist was hit by a car near the i-17 and camelback. a car made a u-turn and hit a bicyclist at a low speed.

life-threatening injuries. all eyes on the presidential candidates. tonight millions of us are expected to tune in as healthcare healthcare and donald trump go -- hillary clinton and donald trump go head to head. >> and time is running out for you to register to vote. nick ciletti is taking action for us in tempe right now. nick, the deadline is just around the corner. >> i just went online and checked. and here in arizona the deadline is october 10th if you'd like to register. that's two weeks from today. and what people see today is galvanize people to make sure they are registered. and companies are taking action, trying to make sure that people are registered to vote. frito-lay is talking about the doritos brand. you're looking at a commercial that the company put out that was shown on gma.

vending machine and their vote is their choice. and they think they're getting degrees to but they're getting cardboard chips. they don't have a say if they don't vote. and another company is 7-eleven with the slurpies. >> you can put your political party on e we're going to talk about debate watch parties taking place across the valley. and you always have the spin room. maybe you'd like the analysis and breakdown after the break. from 5:00 to 7:00, some community leaders will watch the debate and answer questions you might have for them. are you planning to park on the couch and watch the debate.

miss a minute. buy two pizzas and get one free. watch the entire debate without running out of food. our coverage begins at 6:00 tonight. if you're not by a tv. a lot of folks will be watching in one. make sure you have our free mobile app. it will be streaming. and that's this evening starting at 6:00. si will today be day seven? protesters filling up the streets in response to the shooting death of a man. there was a midnight curfew that was lifted and demonstrators trying to block traffic on a major interstate. protesters will take to the bridge in tempe. and katie conner is live with more on that. what are tempe pd doing to

stay on the sidewalk. organizers are telling me they're planning on blocking all traffic on the bridge. settleup is finally underway. and this just got dropped off a few minutes ago. protesters will be marching for justice for dalvin hollins. >> the a weapon. but the body camera was not on. and the family wants the lieutenant to resign or be fired. police don't want the protest to turn into this. this was a couple months ago in downtown phoenix. and we watched them trying to convince them not to go on the freeway. phoenix police used pepper

there will be a heavy police presence and tempe police do not plan on shutting down the bridge. back at the live desk, the 20-year-old suspected of opening fire inside a department store outside the seattle area will be in court today. he was captured saturday night about 30 miles from the scene. five people were killed attack at macy's. the victims here range from a teenage cancer survivor to a senior citizen. they were in the makeup department. >> i need to get back to the breaking news. this is the latest tweet from the houston police department. i told you about reports of an active shooter situation. several people shot by suspect are being transported to area

severity of injuries. ritters is reporting that the shooter has been shot by police officers. an active situation. and i'm watching all the feeds. as soon as i get more information from houston i'll let you know. an company owner testified he had no knowledge about the attack and his attorney is thinking a prison term of six years or less is appropriate. we'll see what happens next month. maybe you're just waking up, enjoying that cup of coffee this morning. a difference in how things feel as you step outside. you know we cooled into the 60s and low 70s.

we're sitting at 82 degrees at phoenix sky harbor. a bit of a milder start to the day. notice partly cloudy skies from the morning to the afternoon. and it should stay dry for us. temperatures will develop into the upper 70s before we start to warm to 85 by 10:00. a few clouds through the morning. and we stay dry this morning. it won't be until this evening that we see up. the moisture is increasing across the state. and the rain chances move in by this evening. the showers lift north. and weekend see scattered showers this evening across the phoenix metro. all in all, rain should remain light. we'll talk about the high temperatures and the stronger winds -- next. the delays on i-10 are extending just a little bit. 91st avenue until 19th avenue.

as you're heading in. this is a 12-minute drive time from gilbert road to the 10. and i want to hop over to the 17. a couple of minutes ago i gave you a look. i-17 is slowing at thomas so before that crash. the crash is completely off the freeway. and you're seeing heavier traffic there. more from houston. this is a live look from one of the sources. abc15 is reporting that seven people were shot in this situation in houston. switching to sports, chris. this is supposed to be the run to the super bowl for the

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images coming out of houston involving the active shooter situation. abc15 is reporting seven people injured at this strip mall. it sounds like the early reports coming out that the shooting happened at a petco store there. also being reported is that the shooter has been shot by police officers. i don't yet know the severity of the injuries or the exact number of victims. and injured. weeks before the voters take on the issue of recreational pot, scottsdale opens up its newest medical dispensary. it's one of the largest in the state and they opened for an open house last night. >> there are a lot of stereotypes about medical marijuana dispensaries.

and this is an opportunity to show people what things are really like. >> the dispensary will be used to host support groups for patients suffering from chronic pain and diseases. head to the job fair. it's the second annual diversity and inclusion event. hundreds of jobs available and the time is 2:00 to 4:00. and you have to regis that's the key. go to diversity az dot event bright.com. there is it has on your screen. and abc15.com every monday we post a list of the jobs available in the valley. some of the companies looking for employees are chipotle, bank of america, the entire list is online.

going to twitter with a michael jordan quote. his losses making him better. the bills were 0-2 and the cardinals did not come ready to play. the defense missing tackles left and right. and carson palmer missing throws. the team had 7 yards of offense. not even a first down. the sunday. join us as we talk about the red birds on our facebook page. that's every monday and friday night. you'll see one-on-one interviews with some of your favorite players, and surprises everyone will be talking about. share your thoughts every monday and friday night. let's talk about your most accurate forecast. know that we're tracking

download it on your ipad. and track the showers throughout the day. right now the showers are confined to southeast arizona. what you'll notice is that we keep the clouds around in the valley. partly cloudy conditions through the day. and by the evening, the showers from the southeast pocket of the state will drift to the south and could move in by this evening. notice how the line kind of falls apart as phoenix metro. rain should be fairly light. and that chance is there. wanted to give you a heads up. over the next couple of days, the moisture will go up. and storm chances will continue. and tomorrow we could get more thunderstorms moving in to the valley. the storm chances are higher tomorrow. the storm system continues to impact our state. for today, just that 10% chance

between 4:00 and 8:00. a 20% chance for showers and storms and the lingering rain chances for thursday. and a better permanent in the high country. and winds will kick up over the next couple of days. and today we'll feel the strongest winds. gusts at times near 30 miles per hour for phoenix. and southeast arizona, gusts near 40 miles per hour. and here's the hour-by-hour the strongest around midday into the early afternoon. and the gusts at times near 30 miles per hour. temperatures near 90 the next couple of days. and i'll have the hour-by-hour temperature breakdown in just minutes. it's halloween time at disney resort. you'll have two chances to win a four pack of tickets.

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it's the interview you'll only see on abc15. a valley yoga teacher is talking after being acquitted of sexual acts with minors at a bar mitzvah. that's what we've heard for months, right? the boys who behind bars viewed her breasts as family property. and she doesn't remember anything from the night. >> one accusation is that you performed oral sex on one of the boys. you don't remember anything? >> it's the most disturbing sick thing you can possibly hear.

hosted the party paid for her breast augmentation. >> high temperatures today are only going to make it to the upper 80s to low 90s and the winds are kicking up. and we have rain chances to talk about in your most accurate forecast. >> delays on i-10 and slow spots on i-17. we'll map it out for you. this is a news we're learning more about that active shooter investigation. seven people apparent layered in this. we'll be going back to the scene as this is unfolding. electronics bursting into flames and we're hearing about another incident as a flight makes an unscheduled stop. and a new poll -- where the men and women of the united

a man is shot and killed at a busy valley intersection. and it's who police took into custody that adds a little twist to the story. >> reporter: and a big protest planned for right here in

to a standstill. and where is the party at? debate watch parties taking place all across the valley. we're taking action to tell you which one is going to be right for you. danielle lerner is off today. there's an active shooter situation and seven people were injured. a little bit of change in the air. >> and you can see it in the skies too. now that we're seeing a little bit of daylight you'll cloud cover. don't worry. i'm not seeing any rain. at most a sprinkle in the far southeast valley. we'll stay dry through the morning. and it won't be until the evening that we see the rain chances return. >> mild temperatures and we're in the low 80s right now. and we'll stay in the 80s through lunchtime. and then we warm to 90 degrees. temperatures today below