Phoenix-Mesa Airport Growth

Mesa Mayor Scott Smith talks to Steve Goldstein about the growth of Phoenix-Mesa Gateway Airport, and what it means for Arizona.

9 O'clock Jazz Special for 12/7

Tonight  tune in for holiday jazz by Marcus Roberts and Wynton Mar

Former Vice President Quayle Endorses Romney

Former Vice President Dan Quayle has endorsed Republican Presidential candidate Mitt Romney.  Quayle spoke at a Romney campaign stop in Paradise Valley Tuesday, saying the former Massachusetts

9 O'clock Jazz Special for 12/06

In the 50s and 60s pianist Dave Brubeck had one of the best loved quartets of all time with his sax playing partner Paul Desmond.  Brubeck's brilliant use of time signatures and Disney melodies started a whole new trend in jazz performance.  Today Brubeck performs with his own quartet, with his talented sons, and with symphony orchestras.  He is still creating new music at the cutting edge of jazz.  Take five and hear the dynamic talent of Dave Brubeck tonight on the 9 O'clock Special with Blaise Lantana.

Tax Donation for Arizona Military Families

The Arizona Military Family Relief Fund program helps military families.  It gives a dollar-for-dollar credit on your tax return.  But, if you wait any longer to make a donation, you may not be eligible for that direct tax credit.

New Cancer Fighting Alliance

A new Cancer Center, is coming to the Valley.  It’s a collaboration of the University of Arizona Cancer Center and St. Joseph’s Hospital and Medical Center.

Missing Mesa Woman FOUND!

Felicita Ramirez was located by a family member in Tempe.  She is now back with her family and was found in good condition. 

Northern Arizona Winter Storm Warnings (UPDATED)

The winter storm marching across Arizona has shutdown schools in Flagstaff this morning and forecasters are expecting the snowfall to continue.  

9 O'clock Jazz Special for 12/2

Jamaican born pianist, Wynton Kelly played with so many jazz giants in the 60s that it's impossible to name them all!  He is best known for his work on Miles' "Kind of Blue" and "Someday My Prince Will Come" albums and his work with guitarist Grant Green.  Tonight hear Wynton Kelly with his own trio and with Miles, Coltrane, Cannonball and more, and find out why he was in such great demand as a pianist and composer.  Wynton Kelly stars on tonight's 9 O'clock Special.


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