phoenix | KJZZ.org

Phoenix water rates lower than expected

It may seem incongruous here in the desert, but compared to other major cities, water rates in Phoenix are a bargain.

Flake looking to Arizona’s open senate seat

Congressman Jeff Flake explains why he wants to be an Arizona Senator and which issues are most important to him.

Scorching summers and the Valley’s economy

Two experts weigh in on whether or not scorching summers affect the valley’s economy, and what can be done to attract more tourism.

Phoenix’s new police chief

Police Chief Daniel Garcia talks about his plans and the challenges he faces taking over the Phoenix Police Department.

Valley air particles and ozone

An expert explains why it gets hazy and which air conditions Phoenix residents need to worry about.

Report: Urban growth to raise temperatures

A new study predicts warmer temperatures in Arizona’s growing urban corridor by 2050.

Phoenix receives federal funding to hire more firefighters

The city of Phoenix is getting $4.4 million dollars from the federal government to hire 28 firefighters.

Heat Wave! A new Fronteras series Aug 13-17 2012

Please read our Contributor Confidentiality Policy and the KJZZ Ethics and Practices guidelines. KJZZ supports Equal Employment Opportunities and works against discrimination in employment. For more information, please see KJZZ's Employment and EEO Information page.

For questions or comments about this website, please contact the KJZZ webmaster. For general comments or questions see the Contact KJZZ page for a listing of contacts by topic. Please note: Station policy mandates that listeners who win on-air giveaways on this station are not eligible to win again for 30 days.

Email regarding NPR's coverage, ethics, and funding can be sent to the NPR Ombudsman, who maintains an informative web page. For comments or concerns regarding NPR programs, listeners with a general inquiry may send an email to nprhelp@npr.org