The Show
KJZZ's The Show is a stream of curated stories from Phoenix, the Southwest and around the country. With the help of reporters and producers around the region and globe, we’ll mix the stories and news to keep you up to date and entertained.
Many Arizonans felt cooped up over the summer, both because of the heat and COVID-19. With temperatures and positive cases going down, what’s safe to do outside? Plus, the calls for Congress to help states and counties pay for additional election-related costs. That and more on The Show.
There’s a lot of attention being paid this election to making voting more accessible. We'll look at the barriers facing people with disabilities when they go to vote. Plus, how the current recession is affecting Arizona and how the state might climb out of it. That and more on The Show.
We are entering the seventh month of the COVID-19 pandemic with no end in sight. We'll hear why growing public apathy is prompting hospitals to prepare for a second wave. Plus, we dive into a massive black hole 17 billion light years away. That and more on The Show.
COVID-19 and its economic aftermath have had a disproportionate impact on women and people of color. We'll hear how the pandemic threatens to deepen already existing divides. And why restaurants selling to-go alcohol across the country may outlast the pandemic. That and more on The Show.
Arizona continues to be at the center of the presidential race, as Cindy McCain crossed the aisle to support Joe Biden. The Friday NewsCap panelists weigh on that and the state’s other top stories. Plus, are the Arizona Coyotes living up to their financial commitments? That and more on The Show.
More and more Valley school districts are starting to bring students and teachers back into the classroom, at least part-time. We'll hear the debates over how and when those moves should be made. Plus, one Valley resident laments that COVID-19 has taken away her place to blow off steam. That and more on The Show.
Early voting in Arizona starts in two weeks, and preparation is well underway. Maricopa County elections officials talk about the process and the challenges the pandemic is posing. And, why the Valley was chosen to honor submarine vets who died in the line of duty. That and more on The Show.
Arizona has taken its spot as a battleground state in the presidential election, and Latino voters could prove pivotal here. We'll hear why some organizers don’t think either campaign is doing enough outreach to Latino voters. Plus, as Tempe starts its search for a new police chief, a look at the challenges of hiring in the current climate. That and more on The Show.
Arizona’s unemployment rate saw a big drop in August. Are more Arizonans working, or are fewer looking for jobs? Plus, the state is a step closer to knowing who may be drawing the next set of political maps. That and more on The Show.
President Donald Trump visited Arizona again this week, as the state cements its status as a battleground for November. Hear the Friday NewsCap panelists on that and the state’s other top stories. And will the Pac-12 continue to hold off on football — even as the other major conferences move forward? That and more on The Show.
Climate change is shouldering a lot of the blame for the wildfires raging along the West Coast. We'll hear how climate change may also impact national security. And how the drop in unemployment benefits could impact Arizona’s economy. That and more on The Show.
The ongoing pandemic continues to change our education system. We'll hear how some of those shifts could lead to more personalized instruction. And why an Arizona-based electric vehicle maker is generating controversial reactions. That and more on The Show.
The past two monsoon seasons have been underwhelming. Is climate change affecting our summer storms? Plus, why some flight attendants are concerned about the airline industry and their job security. That and more on The Show.
The race for Pima County sheriff is a rematch of the 2016 contest. We'll hear about the controversy that has become a big part of that election. Plus, a new podcast looks at changes taking place in the community of Short Creek. That and more on The Show.
Coronavirus cases in Arizona have dropped significantly, but how would a dramatic increase affect K-12 and university students? Our Friday NewsCap panel covers this and more of the state’s top stories. Plus, how career and technical programs are trying to bring students back safely for hands-on learning. That and more on The Show.
Arizona is considered a battleground state in this year’s presidential election. We'll hear why the Trump campaign has pulled its TV ads in Arizona and what that says about the race here. Plus, the President of ASU on how the school is reporting COVID-19 cases and trying to deal with them. That and more on The Show.
School districts around Arizona are opening their campuses, but what will they do if a COVID-19 outbreak happens? The Superintendent Kathy Hoffman weighs in. Plus, how the pandemic crushed Goodyear’s massive deal with Nike. That and more on The Show.
Arizona is shaping up to be a true battleground state in November. We'lll hear why one Arizona expat thinks the state could turn blue this fall. Plus, why some farmers markets are expanding into the West Valley. That and more on The Show.
From city growth to pandemic poetry, hear some of the most important and entertaining stories in this special encore presentation of The Show.
New polls are showing strong leads by Democrats who will be at the top of Arizona’s November ballot. We'll hear our Friday NewsCap panelists on whether the numbers ring true and the state’s other top stories. Plus, remembering one of Arizona’s more prominent artists — and his connection to a famous local family. That and more on The Show.