A proposed state election law aims to lift the veil of secrecy for organizations created to influence the outcome of elections.  As KJZZ’s Paul Atkinson reports from Phoenix, the law would force the disclosure of donors who currently can remain anonymous.

The son of Greek Immigrants, Ioannis Veliotis took the name Johnny Otis and became the Godfather of R & B.  His dynamic bands foreshadowed Rock and Roll and pulled the blues into big band with a jazz flavor.  He discovered artists like Lil Esther and Etta James and created opportunities for many musicians. Johnny Otis passed away this week and tonight Blaise Lantana features the songs of Johnny Otis from the 40s and 50s tonight on the 9 O'clock Special.  jazz awakes at 8!

Banks are lending more money in response to more demand from consumers and businesses. As KJZZ's Terry Ward reports, experts say it's another sign that the U.S. economy is rebounding.

The latest figures show the number of home foreclosures in Valley continues to go down, and analysts say the area has been able to ride out the worst wave.