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Brain Health in Arizona

Fri, 03 Jul 2009 08:00:00 +0000

According to the life'sDHA Index of Brain Health, Arizona ranks 21st in the nation. Spokeswoman Cassie France-Kelly visited with KJZZ's Dennis Lambert about the study and steps to maintaining and improving brain health.

Council Green Lights Latino Arts Center

Thu, 02 Jul 2009 08:00:00 +0000

A Latino arts group will start making plans today to turn a storefront space in downtown Phoenix into a new cultural center by the end of the year. The Phoenix City Council voted unanimously on Wednesday to approve the lease. KJZZ's Marcos Najera reports.

Here and Now: Budget, Transportation

Wed, 01 Jul 2009 18:00:00 +0000

KJZZ capitol reporter Mark Brodie and Arizona Guardian reporter Dennis Welch talked about the budget lawmakers passed overnight on KJZZ's Here and Now. The Sierra Club's Sandy Barr and Todd Sanders from the Greater Phoenix Chamber of Commerce offered their observations on the budget and legislative session. Metro Rail's Hillary Foose talks about fare increases and light rail expansion. And former U.S. Transportation Secretary Mary Peters and Felipe Zubia of the Arizona Transportation Board discussed meeting the state's transportation needs, including funding.

John Dillinger's Tucson Arrest

Tue, 30 Jun 2009 08:00:00 +0000

Bank robber John Dillinger was arrested in Tucson on this date in 1934. The Congress Hotel commemorates the event.

Quiet Rich Series: Wim Pau

Mon, 29 Jun 2009 08:00:00 +0000

In this lastest installment of our ongoing series on the Quiet Rich - inpsiring stories about people who found success through achieving their goals through tough times and hard work - we meet Wim Pau.

Documented Dreams

Fri, 26 Jun 2009 08:00:00 +0000

Documented Dreams is a book of collective thank you letters that was published after Proposition 300 was signed into law in 2007. The letters were written by undocumented students thanking the people who donated money towards their early college education. As talks about immigration reform resumes in Washington some people are paying attention to the students' stories in the book.

Dream Act Diplomacy

Thu, 25 Jun 2009 08:00:00 +0000

While healthcare has been the main topic in Washington this week, President Obama turns his attention to immigration reform today. The President is expected to convene a bi-partisan panel at the White House to discuss moving forward with a comprehensive plan later this year. As KJZZ's Marcos Najera reports n the first of a two-part series, local Latino students are hoping today's talks signal renewed hope for the Dream Act.

Student-Loan Scheme stopped at Rio Salado College

Thu, 25 Jun 2009 08:00:00 +0000

KJZZ's Peter O'Dowd reports on a Peoria woman who faces 130-count indictment for allegedly running a massive student-loan scheme. Investigators say the case involved more than sixty people who enrolled at Rio Salado college without any intention of finishing their classes.

Here and Now: AZ Budget, Cancer

Wed, 24 Jun 2009 18:00:00 +0000

KJZZ's Here and Now covered a wide range of topics. Orange County Register Washington D.C. Bureau Chief Dena Bunis previewed a meeting between President Obama and members of Congress on immigration reform. ASU law professor Paul Bender discussed the legal implications of the Arizona Supreme Court ruling on whether legislative leaders must forward a budget already passed by lawmakers to the Governor. George Cunningham, former deputy chief of staff for Governor Napolitano talked about where budget negotiations go from here. Phoenix Business Journal reporter Angela Gonzales talked about the growth of cancer treatment facilities in the valley. TGEN researchers Suwon Kim and Kimberly Bussey discussed cancer treatments and local cancer research. And Phoenix Suns V.P. of Player Personnel David Griffin discusses the upcoming NBA draft and the status of the Phoenix Suns.

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2009 Summit of Arizona Community Colleges & Indian Nations and Tribes

Wed, 24 Jun 2009 08:00:00 +0000

The Maricopa Community Colleges and the Inter Tribal Council of Arizona (ITCA) are co-hosting the "2009 Summit of Arizona Community Colleges & Indian Nations and Tribes." Alberto Olivas, MCCCD Director of the Center for Civic Participation discussed with KJZZ's Dennis Lambert the goals of the summit.

Arizona's Changing Face of Homelessness

Mon, 22 Jun 2009 08:00:00 +0000

Katia Brown from Central Arizona Shelter Services (CASS) joined KJZZ's Morning Edition Host, Dennis Lambert to discuss the changing face of homelessness in Arizona.

Molera: Solving Budget Stalemate

Sun, 21 Jun 2009 13:30:00 +0000

Arizona lawmakers have ten days to pass a budget and for Governor Brewer to sign it into law. Former gubernatorial advisor Jaime Molera talks about the task of resolving a monumental budget deficit.

Gov, Legislature Continue Budget Battle

Sat, 20 Jun 2009 14:00:00 +0000

Before the current legislative session started, many capitol observers thought it'd be smooth sailing, with the GOP in control of both the legislature and governor's office. The reality: not so much. KJZZ's Mark Brodie reports.

Shapton Arizona Visit

Fri, 19 Jun 2009 08:00:00 +0000

The Reverend Al Sharpton was in Arizona to meet with Maricopa Sheriff Joe Arpaio. The Sheriff invited Sharpton to meet with him in private to talk about illegal immigration enforcement policies. But before the scheduled meeting, Sharpton paid a visit to a local congregation.

Impact of Global Climate Change in Arizona

Fri, 19 Jun 2009 08:00:00 +0000

A new report on global climate change covers the impact of climate change on both society and the environment. The report was written by a team of scientists, including Jonathan Overpeck of the University of Arizona, the lead author of the report's Southwest section. He visited with Morning Edition Host Dennis Lambert about the impact of climate change in Arizona.