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Giffords moves home to Tucson

Former Representative Gabby Giffords has moved home to Tucson.

Nearly 25 percent of Arizonans obese

The latest data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention show that a quarter of Arizonans are obese.

Seven fires burning in Tonto Forest as of Friday

Lightning from monsoon storms is blamed for several fires in the Tonto National Forest.

Mexican gray wolf ordered dead to protect cattle

The U.S. Fish and Wildlife service is going to kill a female Mexican gray wolf following a series of cattle depredations in southwestern New Mexico.

All eyes on another Arizona lawsuit -- this time domestic partner benefits

Nearly a dozen states are hoping the U.S. Supreme Court lets Arizona deny benefits to the domestic partners of state employees.

Rate of early voting causes reduction in polling places

The rise in early voting has prompted Pima County to cut back on the number of polling places for the Aug. 28 primary election.

Power plant changes could strain Navajo Nation budget

Navajo Nation officials say plans to shut down three units at the Four Corners power plant could strain the tribal budget.

High ozone levels may continue through weekend

Friday will be the eighth day this year the Valley’s been under a high pollution warning. Continued high temperatures could lead to more ozone advisories through the weekend.

Extreme heat, pollution advisories extended

The Valley's excessive heat advisory has been extended through Sunday, and Phoenix Firefighters are urging you to take steps to guard against the searing temperatures.

Tonto Forest still under bear restrictions

Tonto National Forest officials announced modifications of a temporary closure order which was enacted last month in response to three bear attacks in the Payson Ranger District.

Airline performance up on schedules, baggage

Good news for air travelers. You’re more likely to arrive on time with your luggage.

Maricopa County Attorney wants to see medical marijuana in court

Maricopa County Attorney Bill Montgomery says he’s eager to put Arizona’s medical marijuana law in front of a judge, as defendant or plaintiff.

Desert culture and environment

A project called Desert Initiative: Desert One takes a look at the culture and environment in the nation’s four desert regions.

Capital punishment in Arizona

Two experts discuss the legal process behind capital punishment as well as misconceptions and concerns while handling capital trials.

Self-funded candidates in politics

An expert explains the pros and cons of self-funding for elections, and explains why some candidates choose to go the self-funded route.

Airline merger may move U.S. Airways from Tempe

A merger between U.S. Airways and American Airlines would likely see the airline's headquarters land in Dallas rather than Tempe. An expert analyzes what this could mean for the Valley's economy.

Census already making changes for 2020

The 2020 Census is almost eight years away, but the Census Bureau is looking at lessons learned from the last census.

Figure reported in Davis-Monthan story was incorrect

Last week KJZZ reported a story about an increased number of training flights taking off and landing at Davis-Monthan Air Force Base in Tucson.

Loughner found competent, changes plea to guilty

Jared Loughner has pleaded guilty to 19 counts in the Tucson shooting rampage that killed six people and wounded 13 others, including former-Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords.

Glendale businesses await mayor, city council elections

As Glendale voters prepare to elect a new mayor for the first time in nearly two decades, and new city council members, the city is dealing with several major issues: the sale of the Phoenix Coyotes and payments to run the city-owned arena, and a controversial sales tax increase to name just a few. But, as KJZZ’s Mark Brodie reports, some business owners still seem upbeat about the city’s future.