January 2012 | KJZZ.org

Tucson shootings brought changes to mental health treatment

A year ago, a seriously troubled man opened fire in a Safeway parking lot on a beautiful Saturday morning. He killed six people and injured 13 more, including Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords.

AZ Lawmakers To Debate What To Do With Extra Money

The centennial legislature begins its session today, as Governor Jan Brewer gives her state of the state address. And, for the first time in a few years, lawmakers will not be dealing with a budget deficit. But, as KJZZ’s Mark Brodie reports, they will still have plenty to debate.

9 O'clock Jazz Special for 1/6

Jazz clarinet is a unique voice. Kenny Davern made it his own after playing baritone sax with Jack Teagarden, and soprano sax with Bob Wilbur. He played many different styles including his time with the Dukes of Dixieland and avant garde groups, but he made his name in swing. Hear the sweet sound of Kenny Davern with his combos and orchestra tonight on the 9 O'clock Special.

Study: Sentencing laws may have prevented a million crimes

A new report by a state prosecutors’ organization suggests truth-in-sentencing laws have prevented crime and saved taxpayer money.

Bill Heywood Remembered

KJZZ's Dennis Lambert and KTAR personality Michael Dixon share memories of fellow broadcaster Bill Heywood.

9 O'clock Jazz Special for 1/5

Catch up with old friends tonight when Blaise Lantana plays new releases by local vocalist Margo Reed and pianist and improvisational wizard, Brad Mehdau. You'll hear a classic reissue of sax virtuoso Stanley Turrentine and some magic flute tonight on the 9 O'clock Special.

Pinal County Sheriff Babeu to run for Congress

Pinal Country Sheriff Paul Babeu announced Wednesday he’d run for Congress in Arizona’s fourth congressional district. From Phoenix, KJZZ’s Weston Phippen reports.

Headed to court? MCSO and DOJ at odds

The Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office and the Department of Justice are threatening to sue each other over an agreement to resolve racial discrimination claims. MCSO agreed to work with

Valley Cities Work Together....Sometimes

New Phoenix Mayor Greg Stanton this week called for Valley cities to work together…saying the metro area would sink or swim as a region. As KJZZ’s Mark Brodie reports, that sentiment is shared by the leaders of other Valley cities….to a point.

A Safeway In Arizona

It has been nearly a year since Jared Lee Loughner opened fire on a public meeting held by Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords. Mark Brodie talks to senior writer for the Tucson Weekly Jim Nintzel about the events of that day, and what Tucson is doing for the anniversary of that event. Author and journalist Tom Zoellner, a friend of Giffords, sits down with Steve Goldstein to talk about his efforts to give context to the tragic Tucson shootings.