Can Phoenix change its 'car culture'?

Light rail has expanded transportation options for Valley residents, and it’s also seen as a economic boon for some cities and neighborhoods.

Labor Day weekend DUI arrests down from last year

The state office of highway safety has released updated numbers on how many people were stopped for DUI over the Labor Day weekend.

Officials highlight future plans for light rail

The City of Phoenix and Valley Metro celebrated the ongoing expansion of the light rail system Thursday morning by unveiling the markers for a new light rail route.

State could get more transportation money from feds

The Obama Administration has freed up $470 million in state transportation funding. As KJZZ’s Peter O’Dowd reports, some of it could end up in Arizona.

Ford shows off a greener vehicle in Scottsdale

You may not realize it but that car seat you're riding on this morning may partially made from a soybean derivative.

Airline performance up on schedules, baggage

Good news for air travelers. You’re more likely to arrive on time with your luggage.

Maintenance could cause delays at Sky Harbor

If you are flying in or out of Sky Harbor Airport this weekend, allow for some delays.

Maricopa Association of Governments welcomes new chair

Avondale Mayor Marie Lopez Rogers talks about being appointed chair of MAG and their plans for regional growth.

US Airways could move to Texas if merger goes through

US Airways CEO Doug Parker confirmed to a National Press Club audience Wednesday that if his airline merges with American Airlines, the Valley would lose its only airline headquarters.

Difference in tax measure’s language deemed minor error

Arizona Secretary of State Ken Bennett said he would not put a sales tax measure on the ballot because paper and electronic language differed. Early Wednesday morning a Maricopa County Superior Court judge decided that it was a minor error and that the measure is valid.

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