October 2012 | KJZZ.org

Republican Congressional candidate Vernon Parker

Arizona's new Ninth Congressional District is the most competitive in the state and is considered a toss-up by national political analysts.

NPR Ombudsman Edward Schumacher-Matos

NPR Ombudsman Edward Schumacher-Matos visited KJZZ to talk about his role as the network's listener advocate.

Senate candidates meet in first debate Wednesday

Republican Jeff Flake and Democrat Richard Carmona meet for their first debate Wednesday in the race to replace Arizona’s retiring U.S. Senator Jon Kyl.

Cato Institute gives Brewer a "D" on fiscal policy

A libertarian think tank that grades governors around the country on fiscal policy has given Arizona’s Jan Brewer low marks. The Cato Institute advocates small government, low taxes, and free markets.

Candidates hold final forum for state's largest congressional district

The candidates in Arizona’s Congressional District 1 have met one final time before early ballots go out.

U of A to study biodiesel-fueled mining

Researchers at the University of Arizona have won a $1.4 million grant from the National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health.

Thelonious Monk

There is no one more unique than pianist Thelonious Monk. He was an original who created bebop harmonies and wrote melodies that are angular and still melodic. He played in a style that was minimalist, yet Coltrane said that playing with Monk was like going to a jazz university. Hear the distinctive sounds of jazz legend Thelonious Monk tonight on the 9 O'clock Special.

Mystery body identified after 25 years

The Maricopa County Medical Examiner’s office says it’s identified the remains of a man buried in a Tempe cemetery 25 years ago.

Endangered species list could be getting more prickly

This week, the U.S. Fish and WIldlife Service proposed adding two cacti to the endangered species list.

Billy Higgins

Jazz drummer Billy Higgins played on over 700 recordings. He worked with Ornette Coleman, Pat Metheny, Dexter Gordon and even some rock artists! His top quality performance matched by his joyful energy and showmanship has inspired many of todays great drummers. Find out why on the Monday night 9 O'clock special, when we celebrate jazz legend Billy Higgins.