November 2012 | KJZZ.org

Billy Strayhorn

Pianist and arranger Billy Strayhorn wrote Lush Life, Take the A train and more for Duke Ellington. He spent his career arranging and composing for the Ellington orchestra. Tonight learn more about this behind the scenes classically trained jazz composer, who Duke considered his right hand man. Celebrate Strayhorn tonight on the 9 O'clock Special.

State will take part in federal health care exchange

Governor Jan Brewer told the Obama administration Wednesday she’s not interested in setting-up a state run health exchange, one of the provisions of the Affordable Care Act.

Veteran Stories: Eric Batory on recovering from PTSD

It’s hard to know how many veterans returning from the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan are suffering from the effects of post-traumatic stress disorder. We know that the number receiving government compensation for those conditions went up more than 200 percent in the last decade.

Prospects for comprehensive immigration reform

The results of this month's elections have revived the possibility of Congress passing comprehensive immigration reform.

A Dreamer's views on immigration reform

Daniel Rodriguez of Somos America explains why he thinks the Senate-proposed Achieve Act isn't a serious attempt at immigration reform.

Comic book creator and entrepreneur Todd McFarlane

Comic book artist, baseball collector and entrepreneur Todd McFarlane has a new book that combines the elements of an autobiography and a coffee table art book.

Undersea explorer Kenny Broad

Environmental Anthropologist Kenny Broad has focused his career on challenging expeditions to unexplored, underwater caves. He's attempted to make connections to scientific challenges and their impact above ground, including climate change. Broad explains his passion for being underwater and the difference between being a prepared explorer and an adrenaline junkie.

Senior community planned for GM Proving Grounds spot

Buyers of the GM Proving Grounds in east Mesa are formulating plans for the area. This includes an adult-living community.

Glendale City Council approves arena management deal

The National Hockey League lockout is in its 74th day. The Phoenix Coyotes still don’t have an owner. But there is some good news for hockey in the desert after a decision Tuesday night in Glendale.

Christmas is Here

The Christmas CDs have been arriving here at KJZZ! Tonight hear some fresh new versions of holiday music just in time for holiday gift giving. It's a fun night of new jazz tonight plus I have tickets to the Phoenix Symphony's performance of Handel's Messiah to give away. You could be a winner when jazz awakes at 8.