May 2012 | KJZZ.org

Legislative close brings new budget plan, plenty of critics

Arizona Senate President Steve Pierce, Senate Minority Leader Dave Schapira, political consultant Bob Grossfeld, and political consultant Barrett Marson talk about the most recent legislative session. They touch on the budget, education, redistricting, and various bills.

Skin Cancer Awareness month

Lisa Quale, senior health educator at the Skin Cancer Institute at University of Arizona, and Dr. Glen Weiss of the Piper Cancer Center in Scottsdale talk about the importance of protecting yourself from skin cancer in sunny Arizona.

Comedian Tommy Smothers talks about the elements of comedy

Comedian Tommy Smothers talks about the Phoenix Comedy Festival, politics and stand-up comedy.

Whiskey Row fire could put damper on holiday weekends

A two-alarm fire on Prescott's famed Whiskey Row destroyed at least three businesses Tuesday night.

Phoenix Coyotes' future is uncertain

The Phoenix Coyotes have advanced to the NHL’s Western Conference Finals, where they’ll meet the Los Angeles Kings for the right to play for the NHL Championship.

Lawyers challenge Arizona's sweep of mortgage settlement money

Arizona’s attorney general will likely face legal action over part of the state’s recently approved budget.

9 O'clock Jazz Special for 5/8

Pianist Keith Jarrett creates his own mood when he plays. His sense of harmony and beauty gives his sound an atmospheric quality. Jarrett has inluenced many young artists and is still creating new ideas. Hear some classic Keith Jarrett tonight on the 9 O'clock Special.