Loughner sentenced to seven consecutive life terms

A federal Judge in Tucson has sentenced Jared Loughner to seven consecutive life terms, and an additional 140 years.  Victims of the January 2011 shooting and their families took turns speaking to Loughner this morning, including Mark Kelly, the husband of former Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords.

Arizona crews, restoring power after Sandy, continue work after nor'easter

Areas already crippled by Hurricane Sandy are dealing with the effects of a nor’easter storm. 

Judge to consider claims against cousins who started Wallow Fire

A judge in Flagstaff is set to consider claims of property damage and other losses from last year’s Wallow fire. 

The creators of Baby Blues on the state of comics

KJZZ’s Dennis Lambert speaks with the co-creators of the "Baby Blues" comic series.

Kirkpatrick declared winner; other races still too close

PHOENIX (AP) — Former Democratic Rep. Ann Kirkpatrick will head to Congress for a second time after defeating former Republican state lawmaker Jonathan Paton to win Arizona's 1st Congressional District seat.

Russell Malone

Guitarist Russell Malone is a self taught swing and bebop jazz player who started his career with Jimmy Smith in 1988 and worked with Harry Connick and diana Krall through the 1990s.  Today you'll hear him with his own quartet or playing with Diane Reeves or Sonny Rollins. His early influences were BB King and George Benson, so you can hear plenty of bles in Russelll's jazz.  Celebrate Russell Malone tonight in honor of his birthday tonight on the 9 O'clock Special.  Jazz awakes at 8.

Southern Arizona congressional surprise

Martha McSally challenged Congressman Ron Barber and has surprised many observers by keeping the race too close to call.

Election Day's effect on K-12 education in Arizona

Election Day was hit or miss for education-related issues in Arizona.

Historic Latino voter turnout shapes elections

As post-election analysis continues, the role of Latino voters has gotten much attention.

Impact of Election Day on Arizona

Despite a poor showing in Arizona, President Barack Obama was re-elected to a second term. Congressman Jeff Flake will become Senator Jeff Flake in January.

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