October 31, 2008
Sex Offenders and Halloween
( Phoenix, AZ )Today is Halloween, and tonight in many neighborhoods, kids will go trick or treating. But parents and guardians should take extra care, police say, or avoid some houses all together. This morning we hear from Harold Sanders with the Department of Public Safety, or DPS, about Arizona's sex offender population, and what state law says about Halloween. Produced by Tony Ganzer.
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October 30, 2008
Vic's Judges Race
( Phoenix, AZ )The creator calls it a 'non partisan' but 'biased' voters guide of which judges to retain and which ones to boot out of the courtroom at the ballot box. KJZZ's Paul Atkinson profiles Vic's Picks.
AZ Judges Review
A voting guide from a conservative perspective.
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October 29, 2008
Here and Now: ASU / Nat'l Geographic
( Phoenix, AZ )ASU President Michael Crow joined Here and Now host Steve Goldstein to discuss pending budget cuts due to declining state revenue. National Geographic photographer Annie Griffith Belt joined Goldstein to talk about her new book A Camera, Two Kids, And A Camel.
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October 29, 2008
Foreclosures: High Risk Areas Targeted
( Phoenix, AZ )The Department of Housing and Urban Development created maps to identify areas at high risk to foreclosures. The maps are being used by the city of Phoenix and other governments to direct their efforts to buy and rehabilitate bank owned properties. KJZZ's Paul Atkinson has the story.
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October 28, 2008
Contrast Clear in County Attorney Race
( Phoenix, AZ )Republican incumbent Andrew Thomas and Democratic challenger Tim Nelson disagree on the direction of the Maricopa County Attorney's Office. KJZZ's Paul Atkinson profiles the candidates.
(Oct. 29, 2008: New information released by the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office revealed that the arrest of the Phoenix New Times executives was ordered by Dave Hendershott, chief deputy for Maricopa County Sheriff Joe Arpaio, and not the Maricopa County Attorney's Office or special prosecutor Dennis Wilenchik)
Michael Kielsky (Libertarian)
http://kielsky.com/elect/
Tim Nelson (Democrat)
http://www.timnelson2008.com/
Andrew Thomas (Republican)
http://thomas2008.com/
http://www.maricopacountyattorney.org/
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October 27, 2008
Marriage Play
( Phoenix )Theater critic Robrt Pela reviews Theatre Artist Studio's Marriage Play.
Robrt Pela at phoenixnewtimes.com
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October 27, 2008
Increased Demand for Social Services
( Phoenix, AZ )Local social services agencies are seeing an increase in a demand by those who are homeless as well as working and middle class families. KJZZ's Dennis Lambert talks with Cynthia Zwick of the Arizona Community Action Association about how the economy is affecting many Arizonans.
Local Community Agencies
This link takes you to a map where you can click on the county you live in, and it will list the agencies available to help people in need.
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October 23, 2008
Congressional District One
( Phoenix, AZ )Democrat Ann Kirkpatrick and Republican Sydney Hay seek the open congressional seat being vacated by Rick Renzi. The three-term congressman faces a 35-count federal criminal indictment. KJZZ's Paul Atkinson profiles the two candidates.
Sydney Hay website
Ann Kirkpatrick website
Independent Candidate Brent Maupin
Campaign Finance Reports for Both Campaigns
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October 23, 2008
A Conversation with Ambassador Dennis Ross
( Phoenix )KJZZ's Steve Goldstein speaks with former U.S. Ambassador Dennis Ross about 'statecraft' and the 3 U.S. Presidents he's worked for.
Arizona Humanities Council
Click here for more information on Dennis Ross' speech as part of the Arizona Humanities Council's Project Civil Discourse series
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October 22, 2008
City Revenue Declines - Congressional Candidates
( Phoenix, AZ )KJZZ's Here and Now looked at the impact the declining economy is having on the budgets of local cities. Host Steve Goldstein also talked to candidates in congressional districts 1 and 5. KJZZ's Mark Brodie also joined Goldstein to profile the race in congressional district 8.
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October 22, 2008
Deciding Redistricting
Full Interview with Marty Shultz
Full Interview with Erin Kirchoff
Full Interview with Chris Thomas of the Arizona School Boards Association
Full Interview with John Wright
( Phoenix )Though much attention is fixed on the presidential race this election season, voters in 76 Arizona school districts will have to decide whether to merge, or unify, with each other. As KJZZ's Tony Ganzer reports, the proposal is ambitious, but may be too controversial to pass.
Schools Redistricting Commission Web site
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October 21, 2008
Proposition Preview
( Phoenix )KJZZ's Dennis Lambert reviews three ballot propositions with Le Templar of the East Valley Tribune.
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October 21, 2008
Shadegg vs. Lord in the Third District
( Phoenix )In Arizona's Third Congressional District, incumbent Republican John Shadegg has coasted to easy victories in each of his six previous runs for re-election. But this time around, Democratic challenger Bob Lord is giving Shadegg a serious run. KJZZ's Steve Goldstein explains why.
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October 20, 2008
CD 8 Candidates Are Familiar Foes
( Phoenix )The 8th Congressional District two years ago sent a Democrat to Washington for the first time in 22 years, after Jim Kolbe retired. Now, two candidates who are very familiar with each other are vying for the seat. KJZZ's Mark Brodie reports.
Gabrielle Giffords' Campaign Site
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October 19, 2008
Gold Medalist Inspires Young Latinos
( Phoenix, AZ )The youngest Olympic wrestling champion in U.S. history grew up in Phoenix. His accomplishment was recently celebrated by many in the local Latino community. KJZZ's Nadine Arroyo Rodriguez reports.
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October 18, 2008
Arizona House, Senate Up for Grabs
Jim Small on Possible Changes in Leadership
( Phoenix )The next legislature will have several new faces. KJZZ's Mark Brodie speaks with Jim Small of the "Arizona Capitol Times" about legislative elections, and who might be in control come January.
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October 17, 2008
Quiet Rich: Strudel
( Phoenix )We resume our occasional series this morning, "The Quiet Rich," with a look at one entrepreneur who remembers the Great Depression and uses that financial know-how.
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Additional Stories in the Quiet Rich Series
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October 17, 2008
Latino Vote By Proxy
( Phoenix )The government estimates that more than a million legal immigrants, mostly Latino, applied to become full citizens last year. The goal for many of them was to cast a ballot for a new President next month. But as KJZZ's Marcos Najera reports, some Latinos who aren't citizens are still finding ways to vote.
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October 16, 2008
Latino Voters Impact
( Phoenix, AZ )Arizona has one of the largest number of Hispanics eligible to vote in the nation. KJZZ's Nadine Arroyo Rodriguez looks at what impact they may have in November's election.
Pew Hispanic Center
Hispanics in Arizona's Eligible Voter Population
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October 15, 2008
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Cutbacks in Local Meda Discussion
Congressional District 3 Candidates
( Phoenix, AZ )KJZZ's Here and Now discussed the impact cutbacks in staffing of local media organizations will have on local news. Host Steve Goldstein talked to Bob Lord and John Shadegg, candidates for Arizona's third congressional district. Local reporters also discussed other congressional races.
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October 15, 2008
Mitchell, Schweikert Face off in CD5
( Phoenix )David Schweikert emerged from a crowded primary field to win the GOP nomination in Congressional District 5. Now, he's facing freshman Democrat Harry Mitchell in the general election. KJZZ's Mark Brodie reports.
Harry Mitchell's Campaign Site
David Schweikert's Campaign Site
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October 13, 2008
For Space, Water's Not Enough
( Phoenix )NASA has tapped ASU researchers for an easy task. All the scientists need to do is to make finding life in space, simpler. KJZZ's Tony Ganzer reports.
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October 13, 2008
Arizona Corporation Commission Race
( Phoenix, AZ )The Arizona Corporation Commission is perhaps the most powerful government entity in the state. It's responsible for regulating public utilities, among a host of other duties. And six candidates want to win one of the three open seats. KJZZ's Nadine Arroyo-Rodriguez reports.
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October 12, 2008
Learning to Eco-Drive
( Phoenix, AZ )We've all heard we can improve our gas mileage by changing our driving habits. And you might think you already know what that means -- coast more for example, or check your tires' air pressure. But according to Ford Motor Company, if you really want to get better mileage, you need a trained coach in the passenger's seat.
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October 10, 2008
Everything Will Be Different
( Phoenix )Theater Critic Robrt Pela reviews Stray Cat Theatre's production of Everything Will Be Different.
Robrt Pela at phoenixnewtimes.com
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October 10, 2008
Will Prop 202 Stop Illegal Hiring?
( Phoenix )Last year, state lawmakers passed, and the governor signed, a first of its kind law to punish businesses that knowingly hired illegal immigrants. That law went into effect on January first. But a few months later, the legislature again took up the issue and passed some changes to the law. Now, Arizona voters will have the chance to weigh in on the measure. K-J-Z-Z's Mark Brodie reports.
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October 08, 2008
Here and Now: AZ Ballot Propositions
Arizona Ballot Propositions Overview
Prop 102 - Gay Marriage Ban
Prop 105 - Majority Rules
Prop 200 - Reform Pay Day Loans Act
Prop 201 - Homeowner Bill of Rights Act
Prop 202 - Stop Illegal Hiring Act
Prop 300 - Legislative Salary Increase
( Phoenix, AZ )KJZZ's Here and Now examined the eight ballot propositions on the November 4th ballot. The show includes discussions with proponents and opponents of props 105, 202, 200 and 201. The Arizona Republic's Bob Robb provided analysis on the others. You can listen to the entire show or click on certain propositions.
Listener Questions and Comments
Read listener question and comments submitted for the show.
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October 08, 2008
A Buzzin Wonkosphere
( Phoenix )With a little less than a month left until election day, the presidential candidates are digging in for the coming weeks. And some of the people watching the action most closely are bloggers--internet users who publish their opinions to the world. This morning we hear from Steve Corman, an ASU communications professor and co-founder of Wonkosphere-dot-com, a site that monitors political blogs.
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October 07, 2008
Tough Road for Mammals
( Phoenix )A new study finds many of the Earth's species of mammals are struggling to thrive. As KJZZ's Tony Ganzer reports, an Arizona State University professor is the study's co-author,
The IUCN Homepage
Information about Nature studies, and endangered species.
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October 07, 2008
Prop 200: Pay Day Loan Reform Act
( Phoenix, AZ )Proposition 200 is titled "Pay Day Reform Act." It lowers fees and contains provisions designed to prevent people from getting more in debt. But opponents say it doesn't reform the industry as much as legalize it. KJZZ's Paul Atkinson reports.
Reform AZ Payday Loans (PRO)
No on 200 (CON)
Legislative Council Ballot Measure Analysis
Campaign Finance Reports (PRO)
Campaign Finance Reports (CON)
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October 03, 2008
Gay Marriage Proposition 102
( Phoenix )Voters will decide Proposition 102 on November 4th. The measure amends the Arizona Constitution to ban gay marriage.
Yes on Proposition 102 website
Proponents of Proposition 102
No on Proposition 102 website
Opponents of Proposition 102
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October 02, 2008
Early Voting
Full Interview with David Schwartz
( Phoenix )This is the first day Arizona voters can cast ballots in the November General Election. Arizona is one of 33 states that allows Early Voting. The practice began in Maricopa County in 1996 when only 14% of voters voted early, but the Early Voting is attracting more and more voters. This morning we hear from David Schwartz, a political consultant with Goodman-Schwartz Public Affairs.
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October 01, 2008
Here and Now: New Housing Law
( Phoenix, AZ )The department of Housing and Urban Development announced details of the new "Hope for Homeowners" program. Housing Our Communities CEO John Smith and others involved in housing joined host Steve Goldstein to talk about the new effort to help stuggling homeowners. State Treasurer Dean Martin also discussed the impact the financial markets are having on Arizona investments.
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
This website contains all the information about the new program to help homeowners stuck with subprime loans.
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October 01, 2008
Remembering with Alzheimer's
( Phoenix )Commentator Robrt Pela brings another essay about caring for his mother, who has Alzheimer's disease. He explains how dropping his mother off at adult day care brought back memories of his youth.
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January 01, 2008
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( Phoenix, AZ )Wall Street Journal Editorial Board Senior Economics Writer Steve Moore talks about the role of the federal government in the current economic crisis with KJZZ's Paul Atkinson.
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