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Pouring Euros into Arizona

Fri, 16 May 2008 16:00:00 +0000

In the last year the U.S. dollar has fallen dramatically in value against the British Pound, and the Euro. International travelers hoping to ride the currency shift are spending more money in the States, and some in Arizona are hoping foreign investors will do the same. KJZZ's Tony Ganzer reports.

Boots on the Ground By Dusk

Thu, 15 May 2008 08:00:00 +0000

KJZZ's Steve Goldstein speaks with Mary Tillman, mother of the late Pat Tillman, about her new book "Boots on the Ground by Dusk."

Here and Now: Governor Napolitano

Wed, 14 May 2008 18:00:00 +0000

Governor Napolitano discussed taking money from the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office to use for a DPS wanted fugitive unit on KJZZ's Here and Now. She discussed a deal with developers to support to a proposed initiative for a transportation tax. The governor also talked about her vetos and legislative budget negotiations.

Wild Bird Rescue

Tue, 13 May 2008 13:30:00 +0000

Spring is a busy time of year for volunteers who help rehabilitate newly hatched birds. KJZZ's Paul Atkinson profiles one woman who cares for hundreds of quail and other species.

Translating Taser into French

Mon, 12 May 2008 08:00:00 +0000

Taser International is expanding its worldwide reach. One of the countries the Scottsdale-based stun gun maker is focused on is France. Already several thousand tasers are used by French police but Taser has hopes of landing a major contract to equip even more police officers there. KJZZ's Rene Gutel reports on the French face of the local company.

LA Playwright Tackles Race Politics

Sat, 10 May 2008 08:00:00 +0000

"Speak Spanish To Me" is a love story tangled in racial politics at Arizona State University. As KJZZ's Marcos Najera reports from Los Angeles, playwright Bernardo Solano had to take a closer look at his own marriage before bringing his personal tale to the Arizona stage.

Teens Getting Around

Fri, 09 May 2008 13:00:00 +0000

Just as the Valley's overall population has grown, so too has the teen population boomed. And all those teens need a way to get around town. As part of KJZZ's Sonic Roots teen radio project, Dobson High School students Jessica Testa and Rebecca Bever bring the voices of their peers, and transportation officials, in a look at transportation from a younger perspective.

Remembering Mom

Fri, 09 May 2008 12:59:00 +0000

Sunday is Mother's Day, when many people will remember and honor their mothers. For commentator Robrt Pela, though, remembering his mother is more complicated. In the last year she's suffered from dementia, replacing many of her memories with blank spaces she can't fill-in. Now, Pela tries to remember who his mother used to be, while honoring who she is now.

A conversation with Baxter Black

Fri, 09 May 2008 08:00:00 +0000

Cowboy Poet Baxter Black appears at the Mesa Arts Center.

Guadalupe Mayor Risks Recall

Fri, 09 May 2008 08:00:00 +0000

Another Arizona mayor could be facing a possible recall. After a move by "American Citizens United" to recall Phoenix Mayor Phil Gordon, now some citizens of the Town of Guadalupe blame their mayor for County Sheriff Joe Arpaio's recent threat to pull his 12 deputies out of the town. KJZZ's Marcos Najera reports.

Flying toward Higher Education

Thu, 08 May 2008 13:00:00 +0000

For many high school seniors, with graduation come big choices, pertaining to life, career and future. As part of KJZZ's Sonic Roots teen radio project, Coronado High School student Matt Butson speaks to professionals, trying to figure out the "right thing to do."

Here and Now - Alzheimer's Disease

Wed, 07 May 2008 18:00:00 +0000

Alzheimer's is the 7th leading cause of death in Arizona. KJZZ's Here and Now delved into this debilitating disease by looking at its impact on individuals and their families. The show also looked at what care is available and what you can do to help prevent the disease. Here and Now also discussed some of the research to detect and treat Alzheimer's that's going on in the state.

State Budget "Slogging" Along

Mon, 05 May 2008 13:30:00 +0000

State lawmakers continue working on a new spending plan...among other things. KJZZ's Dennis Lambert and Mark Brodie talk about goings on at the capitol.

Legislature Considers American Values

Sat, 03 May 2008 08:00:00 +0000

The Arizona Legislature is considering a bill that would ban race-based student groups or clubs from forming on college campuses. The measure also aims to stop public schools from teaching so-called 'Anti-American' values. KJZZ's Marcos Najera reports.

Meet AZ's Undeclared Superdelegates

Fri, 02 May 2008 08:00:00 +0000

With six months until the presidential election, it's still not completely clear who the contestants will be, at least on the Democratic side. And for the first time in recent memory, the choice could come down to about 800 people known as superdelegates. They're delegates to the national convention whose votes are not bound by the party's primaries. We have 11 Democratic superdelegates in Arizona, and they include elected officials and party leaders. Of the 11, seven have already declared their support for a candidate. Four for Clinton. Three for Obama. So this morning, we'll focus now on the four superdelegates who are still undeclared. KJZZ's Rene Gutel reports.

Here and Now - Governnor Napolitano

Wed, 16 Apr 2008 18:00:00 +0000

Arizona Governor Janet Napolitano told KJZZ Here and Now listeners why the veto stamp awaited a bill that would eliminate an education property tax when she returned to the Governor's office. Napolitano also talked talked about concerns of racial profiling by sheriff's deputies trained by immigration agents. The governor also discussed her recent trip to Washington D.C. to ensure funding for fighting catostrophic wildfires. She also took phone calls on a number of issues ranging from teacher pay to incentives for saving water.

Here and Now: Governor Napolitano

Wed, 27 Feb 2008 08:00:00 +0000

Arizona Governor Janet Napolitano talked about her testimony before Congress about the economic health of states with Here and Now host Steve Goldstein. Napolitano also discussed the state's budget shortfall and hiring freeze and touched on the topics of renewable energy, transportation and other issues facing Arizona.

Here and Now: Governor Napolitano

Wed, 23 Jan 2008 08:00:00 +0000

Governor Napolitano came on Here and Now to talk about your proposals to the legislature, including plans dealing with the state budget crisis. Napolitano also talked about her endorsement of Barack Obama, transportation planning and why she won't let the state use federal funds for sex education.

Here and Now: Governor Napolitano

Wed, 19 Dec 2007 08:00:00 +0000

Governor Janet Napolitano discussed Arizona's employer sanctions law and her criteria for solving the state's budget mess with Here and Now host Steve Goldstein. The governor also responded to a number of listener questions on issues including auto registration, transportation, and recycling.