The state Republican Party is looking for a new chair after Jeff DeWit resigned because of a leaked recording of a conversation with Kari Lake. Our Friday NewsCap panelists analyze that and the rest of the week’s top stories. Plus, a Valley musical ensemble tackles music from Wes Anderson films. That and more on The Show.

The City of Phoenix is pushing the Department of Justice to end its investigation into police misconduct. We’ll hear how one city councilmember says they won’t agree to a resolution that puts the department under a court monitor — at least not yet. Plus, why some Native Americans are concerned about the increasing use of peyote among the general public. That and more on The Show.

This year marks the second in Arizona’s new reality of divided government. A longtime Capitol observer talks about what the sides may have learned during last year’s session. Plus, it's Girl Scout cookie season. We meet 2023’s top cookie seller in Arizona. That and more on The Show.

The Arizona Commerce Authority has become a topic of debate, with the AG calling some events unconstitutional. We'll hear about the latest on the agency’s future. Plus, the outgoing conductor of the Phoenix Symphony on his time leading the orchestra. That and more on The Show.

Arizona is set to be at the center of this year’s elections. We’ll hear from one expert who says we have the chance to make them about substance rather than spectacle. Plus, our Saguaro Land series continues with a musical instrument maker who harvests the Sonoran Desert for his materials. That and more on The Show.

The 2024 legislative session kicked off this week, as Governor Hobbs and legislative Republicans laid out their priorities for the year. Our Friday NewsCap panelists analyze that and the rest of the week’s top stories. And, why a prestigious fellowship is taking a closer look at its language requirement. That and more on The Show.

Some Valley school districts are putting in new security measures, including weapon detectors. Can that kind of technology make schools safer? And, a groundbreaking mountaineer on climbing the world's highest peaks after losing his sight. That and more on The Show.

Gov. Katie Hobbs gives her State of the State speech — officially kicking off the new legislative session. We'll talk about how Hobbs thinks she and the GOP-led legislature can be productive. Plus, winter tends to be the worst season for gardening — unless you live in Phoenix. That and more on The Show.

Snowfall in the mountains across the West is lower than average so far this winter. We’ll hear how that could impact the Colorado River and our water future. Plus, how repairing your socks can be a revolutionary act. That and more on The Show.