Arizona's Morning News
3,734 episodes - English - Latest episode: 7 days ago - ★★★★ - 17 ratingsStart your morning off right with Arizona's Morning News with Jim and Jayme. You'll be informed with the very latest on what's going on in the Valley, Arizona, nation and throughout the world. Jim and Jayme are native Arizonans with more than 40+ years of local news coverage, six combined AP reporter of the year awards.
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Back to the Future was released on this day
July 03, 2024 15:30 - 3 minutes - 2.03 MBBack on this day in 1985 "Back to the Future" came out in theaters. Learn more on today's KTAR timeline brought to you by Beatitudes Campus.
Sharper Point Commentary: Oscar Soria becomes a U.S. Citizen
July 03, 2024 14:59 - 3 minutes - 2.67 MBJeff Munn fills in for Jim Sharpe on today's Sharper Point Commentary and Jeff reflects on a great friend and amazing Diamondbacks boradcaster that became a U.S. Citizen.
Arizonans for abortion access, Dawn Penich
July 03, 2024 14:16 - 7 minutes - 6.09 MBIt's deadline day for one of the closest watched ballot questions in Arizona. We talked to an organizer for signatures on AZMN.
DUI taskforce holiday weekend
July 03, 2024 14:08 - 5 minutes - 4 MBAnother holiday weekend is here, and the police will be looking for drunk drivers. We talked to the Scottsdale PD on AZMN.
Men in Black was released on this day
July 02, 2024 15:26 - 2 minutes - 1.08 MBOn this day in 1997, Men in Black was released in theaters.
Tips to avoid voice scams
July 02, 2024 13:29 - 6 minutes - 5.16 MBVoice and AI scams are getting more common, how can you avoid them? We'll give you some tips.
Brian Watson, R.O.S.E. Resources
July 02, 2024 12:58 - 6 minutes - 5.08 MBAs the risk of scams threaten those online, the elderly can be more at risk. Brian Watson with R.O.S.E. Resources explains how to help your loved ones stay safe.
How can you protect your pets from loud fireworks?
July 02, 2024 12:23 - 5 minutes - 4.31 MBIf your pet gets scared of loud fireworks, July 4th may be a stressful holiday for you. We'll talk about ways to prevent scared pets during the holiday.
The first Sony Walkman went on sale on this day
July 01, 2024 15:16 - 2 minutes - 1.03 MBOn this day in 1979 the first Sony Walkman went on sale.
Sharper Point Commentary: 11th anniversary of the Yarnell Hill Fire
July 01, 2024 14:52 - 3 minutes - 2.71 MBIn today's Sharper Point Commentary Peter Samore talks about the Granite Mountain Hotshots and the new memorial dedicated in their memory as he fills in for Jim Sharpe.
Stephen Richer, Maricopa County Recorder
July 01, 2024 14:25 - 6 minutes - 5.28 MBToday is the last day to register for the primary election. Maricopa County Recorder Stephen Richer joins us to explain how to sign up and track your ballot.
Hottest June on record at Sky Harbor Airport
July 01, 2024 13:24 - 6 minutes - 4.61 MBThis was the hottest June on record in Phoenix with the average temperature at 97 degrees at Sky Harbor International Airport. The old record from 2021 2was 95.3 degrees.
Barry Markson, KTAR Legal Analyst
July 01, 2024 12:58 - 6 minutes - 5.11 MBAs we wait for the Supreme Court's ruling on presidential immunity, KTAR Legal Analyst Barry Markson joins us to talk about the potential implecations of the ruling.
11th anniversary of the Yarnell Hill Fire
July 01, 2024 12:28 - 6 minutes - 4.8 MBIt's been 11 years since the Yarnell Hill Fire took the lives of 19 Arizona firefighters. Now there is a new memorial for the Granite Mountain Hotshots.
Mike Tyson bit off Holyfield's ear on this day
June 28, 2024 15:23 - 2 minutes - 1.04 MBOn this day in 1997, Mike Tyson bit off Evander Holyfield's ear during a professional boxing match.
Sharper Point Commentary: Last night's debate recapped
June 28, 2024 14:53 - 4 minutes - 2.99 MBLast night was the first presidential debate of 2024. Did it have any effect on the polls?
Carlos Alfaro, Arizona Talks Foundation
June 28, 2024 14:02 - 5 minutes - 4.21 MBTomorrow's Indepence Day Celebration with the Arizona Talks Foundation will be held in Phoenix. We preview the event with it's founder Carlos Alfaro.
Andra Jeffress, Animals Benefit Club
June 28, 2024 13:28 - 6 minutes - 4.57 MBThis month's Paw Pics winner is Peanut!We also talk to Andra Jeffress with the Animal Benefits Club about her organization's work to help animals.
Dr. Steven Hansen, Arizona Humane Society
June 28, 2024 12:55 - 6 minutes - 5.01 MBThe Arizona Humane SOciety is waiving fees this week as they try to help animals get adopted. The shelters are at maximum capacity.
Presidential debate recap
June 28, 2024 12:26 - 6 minutes - 5.14 MBHow do you think last night's debate went? We'll break down the more important moments.
Aerosmith released a downloadable song on this day
June 27, 2024 15:17 - 2 minutes - 1.07 MBOn this day in 1994, Aerosmith let fans download their song 'Head First' for free.
Sharper Point Commentary: Hamilton for President?
June 27, 2024 14:52 - 3 minutes - 2.11 MBIn today's Sharper Point Commentary Jim Sharpe compares famous figures from America's past to today's presidential candidates.
Tony Cani, Arizona political consultant
June 27, 2024 13:57 - 6 minutes - 4.84 MBAs we prepare for the first presidential debate of 2024 tonight, Arizona political consultant Tony Cani describes how he thinks the event will go.
Officer Aaron Bolin, Scottsdale Police
June 27, 2024 13:56 - 6 minutes - 4.64 MBScottsdale Police's Officer Aaron Bolin explains what the new East Valley Critical Incident Response Team will do to protect the community and each other.
Maricopa County election theft
June 27, 2024 12:52 - 5 minutes - 4 MBA Maricopa County election worker stole important items from the election center- and it may not have been the first time!
Debate day preview
June 27, 2024 12:23 - 6 minutes - 4.91 MBJim Sharpe and Jayme West preview tonight's CNN presidential debate.
A pack of gum was scanned with a bar code for the first time on the day
June 26, 2024 15:17 - 2 minutes - 1.03 MBOn this day in 1974, a pack of chewing gum became the first item scanned with a bar code.
Sharper Point Commentary: What is Mayorkas up to?
June 26, 2024 14:52 - 4 minutes - 2.81 MBIn today's Sharper Point Commentary Jim Sharpe talks about Homeland Security Secratery Alejandro Mayorkas' trip to Arizona today and what he could be doing.
Tina Tamboer, Cromford Report
June 26, 2024 13:24 - 5 minutes - 4.5 MBThe newest Case-Shiller Home Price Index report is out. Tina Tamboer with the Cromford Report explains what the data means for Phoenix and the people in the housing market.
Mark Dannels, Cochise County Sheriff
June 26, 2024 12:53 - 6 minutes - 5.2 MBAs Department of Homeland Security Sectretary Alejandro Mayorkas prepares to visit Arizona today, Cochise County Sheriff Mark Dannels joins us to talk about what he expects from Mayorkas while he is in the state.
The day "The King of Pop" died
June 25, 2024 15:17 - 2 minutes - 1.04 MBBack on this day in 2009, Michael Jackson died. Learn more with today's KTAR timeline brought to you by Beatitudes Campus.
Sharper Point Commentary: What's all the talking about? It's a "Debate Palooza"
June 25, 2024 15:14 - 4 minutes - 3.27 MBElections are ontheir way, you can tell by al the debates. In today's Sharper Point Commentary, Jim Sharpe reflects on the debates...past and future.
Debate Palooza
June 25, 2024 13:37 - 6 minutes - 5.03 MBLet’s give them something to talk about, it’s debate palooza! We straighten out all the details on every upcoming debate.
Katie Ratlief, Executive Director of the Common Sense Institute Arizona
June 25, 2024 13:07 - 6 minutes - 4.78 MBAs the State Department of Education rolls out its fentanyl attack plan, we take a few minutes to examine how bad that deadly drug has made things in Arizona overall.
The day the Roswell report was released
June 24, 2024 15:29 - 2 minutes - 1.11 MBBack on this day in 1997, the U.S. Air Force released a report on the alien spacecraft crash in Roswell, New Mexico. Learn more with today's KTAR timeline brought to you by Beatitudes Campus.
Dr. Sandra Faeh, American Veterinary Medical Association President Elect
June 24, 2024 13:58 - 5 minutes - 3.89 MBWe know it’s hot and so do our pets. We talked to an expert on how to keep your hot dog - cool.
Kamala Harris visits the Valley again
June 24, 2024 13:55 - 4 minutes - 3.5 MBVP Kamala Harris is in the Valley again; what we know.
Hot, hot, hot
June 24, 2024 13:53 - 6 minutes - 4.61 MBA weird monsoon amid a heat dome. What is going on? We talked about the weather, water rescues and record overnight low’s.
The U.S. Constitution goes into effect
June 21, 2024 15:22 - 2 minutes - 1.04 MBBack on this day in 1788, New Hampshire become the 9th and final state necessary to ratify the Constitution in the United States. Learn more in today's KTAR timeline brought to you by Beatitudes Campus.
Sharper Point Commentary: Charles Barkley's broadcasting career coming to an end
June 21, 2024 15:06 - 5 minutes - 3.75 MBIn today's Sharper Point Commentary, Jeff Munn fills in for Jim Sharpe to talk about the legendary Phoenix Suns player Charles Barkley. This comes after Barkley recently announced he is stepping away from the broadcasting booth.
Traveling in the airport with kids
June 21, 2024 14:45 - 5 minutes - 3.88 MBDeputy Aviation Director for Public Relations for Sky Harbor, Heather Shelbrack, shares some ideas for parents when traveling with children. These tips are especially helpful when traveling to Phoenix's Sky Harbor.
Suicide prevention for Arizona high schoolers
June 21, 2024 13:37 - 7 minutes - 5.58 MBNikki Kontz, the Clinical Director at Teen Lifeline, joins the show to speak about a new project that gives Arizona teens resources and lets them know they are not alone when struggling.
Chuck Todd, NBC News Chief Political Analyst
June 21, 2024 13:04 - 6 minutes - 4.79 MBNBC News Chief Political Analyst Chuck Todd joins us to talk about the upcoming presidential debates and what we can expect from Biden and Trump.
Elite Arizona firefighters head to New Mexico
June 21, 2024 12:30 - 5 minutes - 4.46 MBAn expert team of Phoenix firefighters are traveling to New Mexico to help with recent wildfires in that state. KTAR Reporter Jim Cross was there to see the firefighters as they left and joined the show with more updates.
Jaws is released and becomes a summer blockbuster
June 20, 2024 15:29 - 2 minutes - 1.03 MBOn this day in 1975, Steven Spielberg's "Jaws" was released to the movie going public. Learn more in today's KTAR timeline brought to you by Beatitudes Campus.
Sharper Point Commentary: New Mexico wildfires
June 20, 2024 14:59 - 3 minutes - 2.34 MBIn today's Sharper Point Commentary Jim Sharpe talks about the dangerous fires in New Mexico and how often we see Arizona fires getting out of control. Also talked about is how often these wildfires are started by humans rather than nature.
Maricopa County Attorney Rachel Mitchell
June 20, 2024 14:26 - 6 minutes - 5.39 MBMaricopa County Attorney Rachel Mitchell joins us to talk about the growing number of elder abuse cases. She talks about what measures are being taken to stop these cases of abuse. Mitchell also talks about on-going Arizona cases.
Monsoon preparedness training
June 20, 2024 14:00 - 5 minutes - 3.78 MBKTAR reporter Colton Krolak talks about a monsoon preparedness training he took part in and what you should know about getting caught in a storm.
Humans are causing wildfires
June 20, 2024 13:28 - 5 minutes - 4.28 MBFires in New Mexico are causing immense damage. Wildfire expert Jim Cross joins the show to talk about how often destructive fires in Arizona are caused by humans. Also talked about is the upcoming monsoon season and what to expect.
Arizonans' monthly expenses
June 20, 2024 13:16 - 5 minutes - 4.46 MBA new Doxo.com study helps compare 64 Arizona cities based on monthly household bills. Jim and Jayme see how Arizona compares to national averages and who ends up paying the most in the Valley.