The effects of pay-to-play on high school sports

Experts take a look at the effects on families and students when high schools charge them to play sports.

More on SB 1070 and Open Elections Act

KJZZ’s Jude Joffe-Block explains the most controversial provision of SB 1070 and debates around the provision. Jim Small, editor at Arizona Capitol Times, explains why the Open Elections/Open Government Act didn’t get on the ballot.

Investigation launched into beef from ill cows

Federal regulators are trying to find out whether beef from sick cows reached the human food supply through a Central California slaughterhouse near Fresno.

Allegiant to fly from Mesa to Hawaii

Allegiant Airlines announced nonstop service from Mesa to Hawaii starting early next year.

Gov. Brewer: Akin comments "a little bit outrageous," but doesn't call on candidate to drop out of race

Governor Jan Brewer criticized comments made by Missouri GOP Senate Candidate Todd Akin about rape, but stopped short of joining other Republican officials in calling for him to drop out of the race.

DPS find rule violations on Grand Canyon buses

A recent inspection of commercial buses at Grand Canyon National Park removed more than two dozen from service. 

Mayo Clinic to spend $130 million on integrated cancer center

The Mayo Clinic plans to integrate its cancer treatment programs in Phoenix. The project will add on to a facility already under construction. 

'An oasis' of safety on the first day of school

Monday was the first day of class at St. Matthew in Phoenix. Chances are this little school is not like the one you send your kids to.

Arizona among states with lettuce recall

Romaine lettuce shipped to 19 states, including Arizona, may be contaminated with E. coli bacteria.

Maricopa County Supervisors vote to keep current property tax rate

Homeowners in Maricopa County might see their property taxes drop by up to $20, and that means less money for the county. 

Earthy-smelling tap water in Tempe has harmless cause

Some Tempe residents have noticed a change in the smell and taste of their tap water, but the city says there’s no reason to worry. 

Older Arizonans working longer

Older Arizonans are staying on the job longer, or returning to the workforce, as the value of retirement plans declines in a struggling economy.

Phoenix Mayor Stanton helps teens register voters

Phoenix Mayor Greg Stanton will be joining about 100 young people Monday night to knock on doors in a voter registration drive.

Make a plan to save some cash

If you're looking for some savings at the supermarket, the Arizona Farm Bureau advises having a plan.

Honeywell shows off new airline radar system

Bad weather accounts for 70 percent of all aircraft delays, but a new radar system may help reduce delays and costs due to weather.

Maricopa County trying to lure forensic pathologists

Maricopa County has lost about a third of its forensic pathologists in the last four years. As KJZZ’s Lynn Kelly reports, the shortage is a national problem.

Arizona Supreme Court rules "top two" primary initiative can appear on November ballot

The Arizona Supreme Court has ruled an initiative that would create a so-called “top two” primary will appear on the November ballot, overturning a lower court decision. 

State could get more transportation money from feds

The Obama Administration has freed up $470 million in state transportation funding. As KJZZ’s Peter O’Dowd reports, some of it could end up in Arizona.

Kitt Peak Observatory could face funding cuts

Funding could be cut for three telescopes at Kitt Peak National Observatory near Tucson. It could mean the loss of 70 jobs.

Hepatitis C tests now recommended for baby boomers

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is now recommending all U.S. baby boomers born between 1945 and 9165 get a one-time test for viral Hepatitis C.


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