The Phoenix Police Department is bracing for the result of the Department of Justice investigation into its tactics. Concerns swirl about the federal government essentially taking over the department. Plus, beloved TV star Lidia Bastianich on cooking with her family and the simplicity of the best recipes. That and more on The Show.

Mesa has grown exponentially over the last few decades, and now one of the people key to its growth is retiring. We’ll hear from a former Mesa official about its evolution. Plus, the Territorial Cup is this weekend — we’ll meet some former mascots who experienced the ASU-UA rivalry firsthand. Than and more on The Show.

The Texas Legislature has passed a law that’s reminiscent of Arizona’s own controversial immigration measure SB 1070. Now Mexico's government says it “categorically rejects” the policy. Plus, from Taylor Swift to Snoopy — here’s what you can talk about at the Thanksgiving table without things getting ugly. That and more on The Show.

Surveys have shown younger Americans say they’re not as religious as previous generations. We’ll hear why one expert thinks we may be asking the wrong questions. Plus, our series Staying Power continues with a fashion curator who put our city on the map. That and more on The Show.

Republican lawmakers want to resurrect Prop 123 to give teachers in Arizona a $4,000 raise. Will it be enough to keep teachers in the state? Plus, ASU athletic director Ray Anderson is stepping down after nearly a decade. That and more on The Show.

Ohio voters have decided to protect abortion rights in the state constitution, and Arizonans may decide a similar issue next year. Our Friday NewsCap panelists analyze that and the rest of the week’s top stories. Plus, the world of unregulated online betting on everything from elections to wars. That and more on The Show.

Voters across Arizona decided the fates of school district bonds and overrides this year. While many of these questions are winning so far, some appear to be heading toward defeat. Plus, our series Saguaro Land continues, with a cooking experiment — outside in the Sonoran Desert. That and more on The Show.

Phoenix has finished clearing out the homeless encampment known as “The Zone.” What’s next for residents who still need permanent housing and other services? Plus, why cinephiles are lamenting the death of DVDs. That and more on The Show.

Grand Canyon University has been fined by the federal government over allegations it misled students about the cost of some grad programs. We’ll hear about more disputes between the school and U.S. Department of Education. Plus, we launch a new series about Phoenix’s identity — and why people decide to stay. That and more on The Show.