GOP candidates argue over national, Arizona issues

The four remaining GOP presidential candidates sparred in Mesa on Wednesday night. The CNN debate addressed issues critical to many Arizonans, including immigration and border security. But much of the debate was taken up with national policy, and there was little discussion of job creation.

Santorum tells Arizona voters good stuff is happening

Republicans will gather outside of Phoenix on Wednesday for the last prime-time presidential primary debate before Super Tuesday.

Goldwater letters show he praised, chided Gingrich

Correspondence from the late Barry Goldwater shows the former senator thought highly of Newt Gingrich, but was also wary of Gingrich putting his foot in his mouth. From Phoenix, KJZZ's Paul Atkinson reports.

Centennial Minute: Ranches

This month, Arizona turns 100. KJZZ is marking the centennial each week in February with stories of our state’s history, people and places. We're calling it the Centennial Minute. This morning, authors and Arizona residents Fred DuVal and Lisa Schnebly Heidinger tell us about generations-old ranching families in Arizona.

Sedona Film Festival features 'Piano Jazz' documentary

The Sedona Film Festival is underway in the red rocks of Northern Arizona. One of the films featured at this year’s festival is “In Good Time.” It’s a documentary about the life of jazz pianist and long-time host of NPR’s “Piano Jazz,” Marian McPartland.

KJZZ coverage of the Tucson shooting 2011

On Jan. 8, 2011, Arizona Congresswoman Gabrielle Giffords was shot in the head during a public event in Tucson.

KJZZ coverage of the Wallow Fire 2011

The Wallow Fire burned in Eastern Arizona and Western New Mexico from May 29-July 8, 2011.

County court tower finally a reality

The Maricopa County Court building that was the focus of investigations, lawsuits and legal battles was formally dedicated this afternoon.

Centennial Minute: Statehood

One hundred years ago today ...

One hundred years ago, Arizona statehood wasn't a pressing issue to D.C.

In 1912, Arizona became the 48th state to join the union. Manifest Destiny was already assured, so as far as Washington was concerned, adding Arizona was not a pressing issue.

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