Phoenix neighborhood wins "placemaking" grant

The Downtown Phoenix arts district, Roosevelt Row, has received a $150,000 development grant. The money will go toward so-called arts based placemaking. 

Barber elected to replace Giffords

PHOENIX (Associated Press) — Democrat Ron Barber has won a special House election in southern Arizona to finish the term of former Rep. Gabrielle Giffords.

9 O'clock New Release Jazz Special for 6/13/12

Tonight it's the latest new releases on K-Jazz!  You'll enjoy guitarist Pat Metheny's latest, "Unity", and pianist Eric Reed's new tribute to Thelonious Monk.  Canadian sax man Cory Weeds has a new groove on his latest CD, and there is a new release of a Bill Evans concert that hasn't been heard before and is Bill at his best.  Join the fun tonight and keep up with what's hot and who's cool tonight on the 9 O'clock Special.

Experts say Valley rental market poised for growth

The Valley’s housing market is starting to pick back up. But some experts say one part of that market is poised for a big comeback in the next few years, especially in parts of Phoenix and the East Valley. KJZZ’s Mark Brodie reports.

Death row inmate gets new execution date

Convicted killer Daniel Wayne Cook has a new execution date.

Mesa mayor to take national leadership position

One Arizona mayor is about to become the second-in-command at the U.S. Conference of Mayors.

Election year education priorities on association's mind

The Arizona Education Association is preparing its priorities for the coming school year.

Local candidate removed for proficiency now on national ballot

The woman who was barred from running for a border town city council because of her lack of English proficiency is now running for Vice President of the United States.

9 O'clock Jazz Special for 6/12

  Armando "Chick" Corea became known for his imaginative playing when he played fusion with Miles Davis in the 60s, and he created his award winning band "Return to Forever" in the 70s.  Since then he has explored different styles, including unique instrumentation, and expanded the concept of jazz.  Hear the wonderful variety of music that is jazz giant Chick Corea tonight on the 9 O'clock Special.

Arizona boasts country's largest teen smoking drop

The number of teen smokers in Arizona is dropping. In fact, Arizona has seen the largest drop of any state in the country.

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