January 2013 | KJZZ.org

Should an African-American represent Phoenix's Eighth District council seat?

Tension is boiling over on whether the Eighth District seat on the Phoenix City Council needs to be held by an African-American.

ADOT Director John Halikowski on Phoenix-Tucson rail line

Arizona Department of Transportation Director John Halikowski discusses the possibility of a passenger rail line connecting Phoenix and Tucson, as well as ADOT's collaboration with Nevada's Department of Transportation on the proposed Interstate 11 connecting Phoenix and Las Vegas.

Before dredging the canal, crews take fish for a drive

About 2 million people in the Valley have their water delivered by Salt River Project canals. For the first time in more than a decade, the entire canal system will be drained for cleaning and repairs.

Why the Barrett-Jackson Auto Auction is a big deal

Scottsdale's Barrett-Jackson Auto Auction opens on Sunday with legendary American muscle cars and the original Batmobile on the block.

Glendale City Council delays voting on budget cuts

At its final meeting, the current Glendale City Council did not vote on a major budget cut. Members voted to table a proposal to trim $6 million – which would mean about 64 full time jobs.

New science building to open at Grand Canyon

The Grand Canyon National Park science staff is moving to an energy-efficient facility.

Wells Fargo hosts Phoenix-area career fair

Wells Fargo Bank is targeting 900 people in the metro Phoenix area with a career fair on Wednesdays and Thursday.

American Airlines' board to discuss merger

Members of American Airlines’ Board of Directors are meeting today…in part to discuss a possible merger with Tempe-based U.S. Airways.

Glendale could slash $6 million, 64 jobs from budget

The new mayor of Glendale and the City Council meets today for the first time since election day. The council will vote on a proposal to cut the city’s budget.

ASU to help feds with human trafficking problem

The Obama administration has selected ASU and several other universities to help combat human trafficking. Each college will offer their proposal through a national contest.