August 31, 2006
A historic South Phoenix
( Phoenix, AZ )Leaders in Phoenix are working to preserve historic sites, specifically sites with importance to the Latino community. KJZZ's Marcos Najera takes a look at one building in South Phoenix slated for preservation.
Phoenix Historic Preservation
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August 30, 2006
Goddard on Warren Jeffs
( Phoenix, AZ )Attorney General Terry Goddard talks about the arrest of Polygamist church leader Warren Jeffs.
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August 30, 2006
DeConcini and the Race to replace Kolbe
( Phoenix, AZ )Dennis DeConcini spent 18 years in the U.S. Senate from 1977 to 1995. A new book chronicles the Tucson Democrat's time in office and his career in Arizona and Washington, D.C.: "Senator Dennis DeConcini: From the Center of the Aisle." This week on Here and Now, Senator DeConcini joins host Steve Goldstein to talk about his career and the democratic party in Arizona.
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August 29, 2006
The Catch 22
( Phoenix )KJZZ's Dennis Lambert speaks with the Arizona Superintendent of Public Instruction about recent word Arizona schools are not making the grade.
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August 29, 2006
In a Democratic state of mind
( Tucson )In our continued look at Congressional District 8 in Southeastern Arizona, we hear from the Democratic candidates who are similar in ideology, but differ when it comes to a campaign pocketbook.
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August 28, 2006
Aspiring Republicans
( Tucson )One of the most hotly contested Congressional races in Arizona burns from the south-eastern part of the state. Today we hear from Republicans vying for retiring representative Jim Kolbe's seat, who say border and immigration issues are by far the most important.
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August 26, 2006
September Primaries will Determine Several Senate Seats
( Phoenix )It's not often a race for the state legislature is compared to a wrestling match. But, one reporter thinks this year could be the exception. KJZZ's Mark Brodie speaks with Phil Riske of the Arizona Capitol Times to get the dirt on primary races for the Arizona Senate.
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August 25, 2006
From the Upper Ninth Ward to K18
( Phoenix, AZ )When Hurricane Katrina destroyed large swaths of New Orleans a year ago, neighboring cities were so overwhelmed with evacuees that rescue workers flew people to any state that would take them in, no matter how far. KJZZ's Rene Gutel checks in with one family flown to Phoenix after the hurricane.
Earl Jones Institute for Film and Television
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August 24, 2006
The Work Force doesn't roll like that
( Phoenix )He's not in tax, but KJZZ commentator Troy Pottgen does know the working world. In this piece, Pottgen muses on how the work force would be if it were more like college-life.
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August 24, 2006
Arizona Theatre Company Turns 40
A Preview of Arizona Theatre Company's 40th Season
( Phoenix )KJZZ's Steve Goldstein speaks with Arizona Theatre Company Artistic Director David Ira Goldstein about how the company progressed to this stage.
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August 23, 2006
State of Education in Arizona on Here and Now
( Phoenix, AZ )It's back to school time for Arizona students. As parents ensure their kids have the supplies they need, some schools are scrambling for teachers, bus drivers, and the space needed to teach class. In this hour of Here and Now, we examined the state of education in Arizona. Topics included: a shortage of teachers, English language learner funding, AIMS Test results, tuition tax credits, all-day kindergarten, drop-out rate, and school choice.
Arizona Department of Education
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August 22, 2006
GOP Candidates Differ on Gay Marriage
( Mesa, AZ )The four candidates in the GOP primary race for governor spend a lot of time talking about immigration and crime in Arizona as they stump for votes around the state. The conservative candidates often agree on many core political matters, but they diverge when it comes to gay marriage.
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August 21, 2006
Kindergarten Story
( Phoenix )KJZZ commentator Amy Silverman talks about the first day of school, and why blankies never go out of style...sort of.
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August 18, 2006
Reeling in Open Spaces
( Phoenix )KJZZ commentator Elizabeth Viator brings us this essay juxtaposing the desert sun, to her path toward contentment.
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August 17, 2006
Scientists Eye the Monsoon
( Marana, AZ )It's the middle of the summer monsoon, when heavy rains and powerful thunderstorms strike without much warning. A team of scientists is watching the skies in hopes of learning how to better forecast monsoon rains.
Link to Time Lapse Video of Clouds Forming
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August 16, 2006
Governor Napolitano on Here and Now
( Phoenix, AZ )Arizona Governor Janet Napolitano will push education reform as the newly elected leader of the National Governor's Association. As she does every month, Napolitano joins host Steve Goldstein in studio Wednesday, August 16 from 11 a.m. to noon. Other issues up for discussion on Here and Now include immigration and the role of national guard troops in Arizona; homeland security funding; and the significance of ASU's new downtown campus.
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To contact the governor, visit www.azgovernor.gov, phone Constituent Services at: 602.542.1318, or email at azgov@az.gov.
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August 11, 2006
Senate Dem Leader Looks Back at "Daunting Task"
Hear More from Linda Aguirre
( Phoenix )Linda Aguirre led the state Senate's Democrats for two years. KJZZ's Mark Brodie spoke with Aguirre about her time as leader, about how to lead a minority party.
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August 11, 2006
"I do, I do."
( Phoenix )KJZZ theater critic Robrt Pela reviews Theater Works' "I do, I do," and tells how he's avoided it all these years.
Robrt Pela at phoenixnewtimes.com
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August 09, 2006
Primary Elections on Here and Now
( Phoenix, AZ )Here and Now looks at the impact of open primaries as well as how publicly financed campaigns have evened the playing field for some aspiring politicians.
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August 07, 2006
Twelfth Night
( Phoenix, AZ )The works of William Shakespeare have been entertaining audiences for more than 400 years. But The Bard's writings can also confuse audiences as they try to figure out the meaning of certain passages. Arizona Theater Company is launching an education program designed to make Shakespeare more accessible to you students in rural areas of the state.
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August 05, 2006
Exit Interview with Senate President Ken Bennett
More from Senate President Ken Bennett
( Phoenix, AZ )Senate President Ken Bennett's term will end in a few months. KJZZ's Mark Brodie spoke with the Prescott Republican about his time leading the Senate, and what's next for him.
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August 04, 2006
The oasis of Sonora
( San Luis, Sonora, MEXICO )In part three of our series on water and desalination, KJZZ's Dennis Lambert heads south to Mexico to see the ecosystem that has developed almost by chance.
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August 04, 2006
Police Make Two Arrests in "Serial Shooter" Case
( Mesa, AZ )Valley police have arrested two men suspected of carrying out of a series of shootings that have left residents on edge since May, 2005. Police say the pair is responsible for murdering six people and injuring 17 others.
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August 03, 2006
The biggest desalter of them all
( Yuma, AZ )In part two of our look at water and desalination, KJZZ's Dennis Lambert visits the biggest desalination plant in the world, based in Yuma, and discovers why it has never gotten its feet wet.
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August 02, 2006
AZ To Invest in Science & Technology Research
( Phoenix )Arizona will be spending about 35 million dollars on science and technology research this year. Supporters say the move will benefit the state and its economy, but critics doubt the investment will pay off. KJZZ's Mark Brodie reports.
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Dr. Richard Toon of the Morrison Institute for Public Policy at ASU speaks about a new report on how Arizonans feel about investing in science and technology research.
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August 02, 2006
Water issues at a glance
( Yuma, AZ )In part one of our series on desalination and water issues, KJZZ's Dennis Lambert introduces us to a dormant desalination plant in Yuma, and the flow of water from the U.S. to Mexico.
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August 02, 2006
Bioscience on Here and Now
( Phoenix, AZ )You've heard the terms "bioscience" or "biotechnology" but do you know what they really mean? Why are local governments, philanthropists and others investing tens of millions of dollars in "bioscience" research? Why is such research so important to our quality of life and local economy? Can Arizona catch up to other places that are established leaders in the field? Find out as KJZZ's Here and Now explores the issue of bioscience. Learn what it is, what kinds of research is being conducted, and why it's important to Arizona.
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August 01, 2006
Mesa Police Investigate a Pair of Shootings
( Mesa, AZ )Mesa police aren't saying whether they believe the recent fatal shooting in the city is connected to a series of crimes attributed to the criminal Phoenix police call the "serial shooter." Police held a community meeting in Mesa to address concerns of residents.
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August 01, 2006
Setting a code for parks
( Phoenix )The city of Phoenix is tossing around the idea of setting conduct guidelines for its facilities and parks, that kids, parents, and coaches would have to adhere to. KJZZ's Dennis Lambert speaks with Phil Richards of Phoenix Parks and Recreation.
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