New Release Special for 10/24

  Drummer and composer Winard Harper combines his tradition of swing with brilliant innovation on his latest release.  Tonight it's all new releases including work by Dizzy's long time in the pocket guitarist Ed Cherry, and pianist Kenny Drew.  Find out who's hot and what's cool on the 9 O'clock Special tonight.  Jazz awakes at 8!

Mitchell eligible for general election ballot

A state appellate court is erasing a trial judge's ruling that Republican legislative nominee Darrin Mitchell can't run in the general election.

Corporation Commission candidates debate Renewable Energy Standard

Three seats on the Arizona Corporation Commission are up for election this fall.

Arizona, Nevada transportation officials study Phoenix-Las Vegas interstate

The Arizona Department of Transportation hosted a public meeting Tuesday night about a proposed new interstate. The project aims to improve infrastructure in the region, and potentially across the continent. 

Dizzy Gillespie

  Dizzy Gillespie was a force in jazz.  Many jazz giants got their start in his bands.  His wonderful spirit and remarkable talent are like no one else!  Hear the music of trumpeter, band leader and composer Dizzy Gillespie tonight on the 9 O'clock Special.  Jazz awakes at 8 after the pledge drive finishes tonight when you'll hear less patter more platter.

Governor to have new chief of staff

Eileen Klein, Chief of Staff for Governor Jan Brewer, will be leaving the position to become President of the Arizona Board of Regents.

Paluzzi: Media consumers must demand unbiased news

Who can rescue trust in the media? You.

Conservationists call for expanding jaguar habitat in Arizona, New Mexico

A conservation organization wants millions of additional acres to be set aside for the population of endangered jaguars. 

ASU opens center for Latino public policy

Arizona State University is opening a new center dedicated to Latinos and public policy.

Large Arizona donation to California campaign may lead to investigation

The group California Common Cause is asking California's campaign finance watchdog to investigate the donors behind an $11 million political contribution from a nonprofit based in Arizona called Americans for Responsible Leadership.

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