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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.

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July 11, 2022

Since the U.S. Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, there’s been conversation about people needing abortions having to travel for the procedure. Why Mexico may be a potential destination. Plus, are young kids seeing enough diversity on YouTube? That and more on The Show.

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July 08, 2022

Gov. Doug Ducey has endorsed Karrin Taylor Robson to succeed him as early voting begins for next month’s primary. Our Friday NewsCap panelists analyze that and the rest of the week’s top stories. Plus, a Valley artist on her cringeworthy find at a local thrift store. That and more on The Show.

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July 07, 2022

Supporters and critics of DACA had their day in court Wednesday, arguing about the program’s future. How those arguments went, and what might be next for DACA recipients. Plus, why a change in behavior by men could affect the abortion debate. That and more on The Show.

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July 06, 2022

There are lots of hot-button issues voters will be considering when they cast their ballots this fall. How gerrymandering will affect how states move forward on issues like abortion and guns. And why the summer travel season has been a bumpy one so far. That and more on The Show.

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July 05, 2022

The Valley has a shortage of housing, and specifically affordable housing. Could part of the solution come from shopping centers? And the monsoon season goes full fantasy league with precipitation predictions. That and more on The Show.

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July 04, 2022

On this July Fourth holiday, The Show is looking back at some of our favorite conversations. We’ll talk about how a Valley city is trying to connect with its homeless population, a street in Sunnyslope trying to hold on to its history while preparing for the future, and meet a James Beard Award winning baker. That and more on The Show.

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July 01, 2022

After one candidate dropped out, the remaining Republican gubernatorial contenders took to the debate stage. Our Friday NewsCap panelists analyze that and the rest of the week’s top stories. And why improvement plans at Arizona Snowbowl may be running into trouble. That and more on The Show.

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June 30, 2022

Every one of Arizona’s school-aged students would be eligible for what amounts to a school voucher under a plan approved by state lawmakers. Why approval of the expansion might not be the last word on the issue. Plus, our Tiny Desert Concert features a 12th-generation musician who makes his own instruments. That and more on The Show.

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June 29, 2022

State lawmakers have set aside a billion dollars to help conserve and find new sources of water. How much of an impact might that have on the state’s water supplies? Plus, the Native American clothing designer who left L.A. to build a Diné skate park in New Mexico. That and more on The Show.

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June 28, 2022

Cities and towns across the state are working to find affordable housing for their residents. One former mayor says they need to do more. Plus, how turnover at Amazon may lead to a worker shortage at the company’s warehouses in Arizona and California. That and more on The Show.

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June 27, 2022

Early voting starts in Arizona in less than two weeks. A new survey looks at the issues that matter the most to most Arizonans. Plus, a look back at the final hours of the recently-ended legislative session. That and more on The Show.

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June 24, 2022

The U.S. Supreme Court this morning overturned Roe v. Wade. Our Friday NewsCap panelists discuss what that means for Arizona — and the rest of the week’s top stories. Plus, U.S. Sen. Kyrsten Sinema on her efforts to pass bipartisan gun reforms. That and more on The Show.

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June 23, 2022

Pregnancy-related deaths in Arizona and across the country are on the rise. Lawmakers are pushing to expand Medicaid coverage for post-partum women to help bring those numbers down. Plus, a Phoenix Art Museum exhibit explores the significant history of lowriders in desert culture. That and more on The Show.

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June 22, 2022

Maricopa County voters may have the chance to extend a sales tax for transportation this fall. The new head of Valley Metro on the importance of getting the measure on the ballot and approved in November. And a recent Arizona medical school graduate gets ready to start her residency. That and more on The Show.

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June 21, 2022

Home prices are slowing a bit, but are still too high for many potential buyers to get into the market. Our housing series continues with one family’s story of looking for a new place to live. And we dive into sneaker culture — and why some Scottsdale clubs may be screening based on your Air Jordans. That and more on The Show. 

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June 20, 2022

The state’s fiscal year ends in a little more than a week. Will lawmakers come up with a new budget before that? Plus, Arizona music legends Calexico on their new album and being back on the road. That and more on The Show.

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June 17, 2022

Republican lawmakers have renewed a push for universal school vouchers in Arizona, just a few years after voters rejected the idea. Our Friday NewsCap panelists weigh in on that and the week’s other top stories. And teaching kids about Juneteenth through an anti-racism lens. That and more on The Show.

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June 16, 2022

States in the Colorado River Basin have been trying to deal with water cutbacks. We’ll hear how some Valley cities are working to adapt. Plus, a criminal justice reporter who served prison time tells her story. That and more on The Show.

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June 15, 2022

Law enforcement agencies across Arizona have been equipping officers with naloxone to try to help save residents from overdoses. Why Gila County is lagging behind other counties in administering it. Plus, what falling water levels on Lake Powell mean for the economy in Page. That and more on The Show.

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June 10, 2022

This week, a committee investigating the Jan. 6 attack on the U.S. Capitol held its first public hearing, and Arizona lawmakers continue debating the state budget. To discuss these stories and more, The Show spoke with Paul Bentz of HighGround consulting firm and attorney and former congressional staffer Roy Herrera.

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