Bill to count gold, silver as legal tender moving in legislature

The Arizona House of Representatives has given its preliminary approval to a measure that would make privately minted gold and silver coins legal tender in the state.

Actors Theater cancels remaining shows

A theater company that has operated in downtown Phoenix for 20 years has canceled the rest of its season.

Self-funded candidates in politics

An expert explains the pros and cons of self-funding for elections, and explains why some candidates choose to go the self-funded route.

Arizona 6th in U.S in education money coming from feds

Arizona gets more money for public schools from the federal government than all but six states. From Phoenix, KJZZ’s Mark Brodie reports.

Arizona ranks 49th in spending per student

Arizona spent the third least amount of money per student in 2010, according to a new report from the U.S. Census Bureau. But, the state’s public schools chief says Arizona has one of the most cost-effective education systems in the country.

How much would you spend to keep a pet healthy?

For many of us, an animal is an integral and cherished part of our family. But when a pet faces a major medical crisis, how much would you be willing to spend to save or prolong its life? Share your thoughts. 

Arizona Senate approves funding ban for groups like Planned Parenthood that perform abortions

The state senate has voted to prohibit state money or contracts from going to organizations that perform abortions. From Phoenix, KJZZ’s Mark Brodie has more.

Genius Jazz with Regina Carter [Interview Archives]

 (Tempe, AZ) Regina Carter stops by KJZZ studios and talks with Blaise Lantana about her new CD, being the receipient of the 'Genius' Award from the MacArthur Foundation and playing Paganini's 'Il Cannone'. This interview is from 2011. 

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