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Democratic candidates in Arizona's 9th Congressional District talk about the economy, illegal immigration and more

The Democratic candidates for Congress in Arizona's new 9th district met Wednesday evening, at a candidate forum sponsored by KJZZ. They discussed how to bring jobs to the area, plans for dealing with illegal immigration, their thoughts on solar energy and much more.

Phoenix light rail extension approved

The Maricopa Association of Governments has approved an estimated one billion dollar plan to extend the light rail farther west into Phoenix -- but they won’t be breaking ground just yet.

Witness describes humiliation after MCSO stop

Three witness in the class-action lawsuit against Sheriff Joe Apriao said Wednesday the Maricopa County Sheriff’s Office discriminated against them. Two deputies rebutted those claims.

Congressional District 9 Democratic candidates

Barry Dill, Democratic strategist for First Strategic in Phoenix, talks about the political paths of the three Democratic hopefuls in the race for the hotly contested Congressional District 9. Plus information on the political forum being held Wednesday night by KJZZ.

Home prices are on the rise in the Valley

According to a report from Zillow the Arizona real estate market may be on the slow road to recovery, but two experts say don’t get too excited yet.

Arizona’s medical marijuana program makes progress

Arizona Department of Health Services director Will Humble explains how conditions become eligible to be treated by medical marijuana and gives a rough timeline for the opening of dispensaries.

Ethics complaint against Sen. Rich Crandall dismissed

The chair of the Arizona Senate Ethics Committee has dismissed a complaint filed against Mesa Republican Senator Rich Crandall. From Phoenix, KJZZ’s Mark Brodie reports.

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.

Delegating or distancing? Arpaio says decisions made by senior staff

Maricopa County Sheriff Joe Arpaio took the witness stand Tuesday in the civil rights case against him.

ASU to streamline financial aid letter

Arizona State University announced it will be among the first in the country to use a new financial aid worksheet.

Elderly man dies of West Nile Virus

Maricopa County Public Health officials have confirmed the county’s first West Nile death of the year.

Arpaio on the stand in civil trial

KJZZ's Lynn Kelly spoke to reporter Nadine Arroyo Rodriguez, who is covering the civil trial against the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office and Sheriff Joe Arpaio.

Kingman private prison escapee appeals convictions

One of the inmates who escaped a private prison near Kingman is set to go before the state Court of Appeals.

HIV-AIDS expert: 'We're on the verge of a medical solution'

An Arizona expert is in Washington, D.C., for the international AIDS conference.

Agriculture experts pushing for drought relief bill

The U.S. Secretary of Agriculture is urging Congress to reinstate a relief program for farmers suffering through drought. As KJZZ’s Nick Blumberg reports, that bill could have an impact in Arizona.

Arpaio could take the stand Tuesday

The class action lawsuit trial against the Maricopa County Sheriff's Office and Sheriff Joe Arpaio is scheduled to continue at a federal court house in Phoenix on Tuesday.

Peoria asking residents to weigh in on digital billboards

Peoria is asking its residents what they think about the possibility of putting up digital billboards.

County hospital won't be up for bond vote in November

Maricopa County residents will not be voting this fall on a tax to replace the county’s 40-year-old hospital.

Wallow Fire area at risk for flooding

Summer monsoon storms are now a concern in northeastern Arizona in the area where last year’s Wallow Fire burned.

Phoenix area in top ten of deaths by auto accidents

The Phoenix metro area was ranked in the top ten among metro areas nationwide for the number of people killed in auto crashes in 2009.