Pearce supporters trying to pass recall reimbursement measure

Arizona lawmakers are making one last push to reimburse former State Senate President Russell Pearce for the expenses he incurred in last year's recall election.

Police identify white supremacist as Gilbert shooter

Police have said the suspected gunman in a murder-suicide that killed five people Wednesday in Gilbert was white supremacist and Pinal County Sheriff candidate J.T. Ready.

9 O'clock Jazz Special for 5/3

 Pianist John Lewis was determined to get jazz out of the clubs and into the concert hall.  He and Milt Jackson made it happen with their band the Modern Jazz Quartet.  John Lewis wanted people to listen to and respect the music and the talented artists playing it.  Because of his vision, today we have many jazz concerts and festivals.  Hear John Lewis and the Modern Jazz Quartet tonight on the 9 O'clock special.  jazz awakes at 8!

Tickling the Ivories with Renee Rosnes

(Tempe, AZ) - Jazz piano player, Renee Rosnes talks to KJZZ's Blaise Lantana about her career and home life. Hear how she started in the world of music and the downside to touring often. This interview is from 2012 and recorded on location at The Nash in downtown Phoenix.

Arizona voters to decide state sovereignty

Arizona voters will get to decide whether to take away Washington, D.C.’s authority over the state’s land, air, water and other natural resources. From Phoenix, KJZZ’s Mark Brodie reports.

Police: 5 dead in shooting in Gilbert home

GILBERT, Ariz. (Associated Press) — Five people died in a shooting Wednesday at a Phoenix-area home, where the investigation was slowed by concerns there could be hazardous materials in 55-gallon drums in the backyard.

Arizona legislative session approaches its end

Arizona Representative John Kavanagh talks about finalizing the state budget and how close this year's legislative session is to closing.

Attempting to capture the Latino vote

A panel of experts discusses the political climate for the 2012 Presidential election, and the efforts by both major political parties to recruit more Latino voters.

Can hockey survive in Arizona?

The Phoenix Coyotes meet the Nashville Predators in Game 3 of the Western Conference semi-finals tonight. 

9 O'clock New Release Jazz Special for 5/2/2012

Tonight dig the latest new releases!  Steve Kuhn is cooking with his trio, and Mary Stallings sings with master pianist Eric Reed.  Plenty of new music to enjoy tonight on the 9 O'clock Special. 


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