Two individuals are in critical condition after being struck by a vehicle in Phoenix, Arizona. The accident occurred around 7:45 a.m. near the intersection of 40th Street and Broadway Road. Phoenix police rushed to the scene following the incident; however, specific details about the event or the victims' identities remain undisclosed.

In a separate incident in Phoenix, an arrest has been made in connection to a police shooting that took place near Phoenix Country Club. This arrest follows a turbulent week in the area, which included a fatal shooting just blocks away from the site of the police-related incident. Details concerning the identity of the person arrested or the circumstances surrounding both shootings are still emerging.

In the realm of sports, Phoenix also took center stage in the NASCAR Cup Series Championship Race. Veteran driver Martin Truex Jr., who announced this race to be his last as a full-time competitor, started from the pole position. Joey Logano, another prominent figure in NASCAR, was also a top contender, starting the race from a leading position. This final race highlighted the intense competition and was a significant event for motorsport fans, marking the end of an era for Truex and showcasing Phoenix as a pivotal location in the NASCAR calendar.