THURSDAY: 4 stories to watch in Arizona
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Posted: 10/17/2012
So you can stay ahead of the news, here's a quick look at some of the stories ABC15 will be keeping an eye on Thursday, October 18.
ELIZABETH JOHNSON TRIAL VERDICT WATCH
Thursday is the second day of jury deliberations in the case of Elizabeth Johnson, charged in connection with the disappearance of her infant son Gabriel. 10:30 a.m., Maricopa County Superior Court, Phoenix.
FAKE TERRORIST ARRAIGNMENT
Michael Turley, charged with knowingly giving a false impression and endangerment, is scheduled to be arraigned. He was arrested for allegedly faking a terrorist act to see how fast law enforcement would respond. 8:30 a.m., Maricopa County Superior Court, Phoenix.
ASU VS OREGON
The Arizona State Sun Devils play the second-ranked undefeated Oregon Ducks in a big nationally-televised football game. Traffic on eastbound Loop 202 at rush hour is expected to be heavier than usual. 6 p.m., Sun Devil Stadium, Tempe.
VETERAN JOB FAIR
More than 900 local veterans will interview for jobs with more than 50 employers at a Hiring Our Heroes expo. Walk-in job seekers are allowed with military identification. 11a.m.-3p.m.,University of Phoenix Stadium, Glendale.
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