Arizona's Morning News
3,673 episodes - English - Latest episode: 1 day 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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High travel numbers expected over Memorial Day weekend
May 25, 2023 14:33 - 4 minutes - 2.17 MBMemorial Day weekend is expected to have a large number of travelers hitting the road and air. KTAR's Jim Cross and Detour Dan joins Jim to give tips and advice to anyone planning on traveling. See omny.fm/listener for privacy information.
Kevin Erdmann, Mercatus Center
May 25, 2023 14:13 - 4 minutes - 2.3 MBPeople are always looking to make housing more affordable, but could affordable housing actually hurt the real estate market? Kevin Erdmann with the Mercatus Center joins Arizona's Morning News to talk about the housing market. See omny.fm/listener for privacy information.
Maricopa County deaths report
May 25, 2023 14:00 - 4 minutes - 2.05 MBThe Maricopa County Medical Examiner's office released their annual report on what people are killed by, including more deaths from firearms than from car crashes. See omny.fm/listener for privacy information.
A tribute to Tina Turner
May 25, 2023 13:17 - 5 minutes - 2.63 MBTina Turner, the queen of rock n' roll, has died at 83. Jim and Gayle talk about the legendary singer and how her age shocked some people. See omny.fm/listener for privacy information.
Chad Benson, Gaydos & Chad
May 25, 2023 13:14 - 6 minutes - 2.85 MBShould gun sales be limited to those who are 21 and older? Chad Benson joins Arizona's Morning News to weigh in on the idea after Arizona's Attorney General voiced support for it. See omny.fm/listener for privacy information.
Sharper Point Commentary: Robo-calls are killer robots in disguise
May 24, 2023 17:56 - 2 minutes - 973 KBRobo-calls are more than an annoyance, affecting our quality of life — @JimSharpe says they can actually affect whether some people live or die. See omny.fm/listener for privacy information.
The first telegraph was sent on this day in 1844
May 24, 2023 15:17 - 1 minute - 640 KBOn May 24, 1844, Samuel Morse sent the first telegraph in Morse code. See omny.fm/listener for privacy information.
18-month-old nearly drowns in Chandler
May 24, 2023 14:25 - 3 minutes - 1.78 MBThe near-drowning of an 18-month-old marks the 14th drowning/near-drowning incident in the Valley this year. Jim and Jayme talk about the aftermath of a near-drowning and the number of fatalities in Arizona. See omny.fm/listener for privacy information.
Attorney General Kris Mayes suing over Robocalls
May 24, 2023 13:56 - 4 minutes - 1.92 MBArizona Attorney General Kris Mayes is suing a telecommunications company that she thinks is responsible for more than 7 billion robocalls to people on the Do Not Call list. Jim and Jayme talk robocalls and the number of people receiving them. See omny.fm/listener for privacy information.
Benjamin Franklin created bifocals on this day
May 23, 2023 15:20 - 1 minute - 623 KBOn this day in 1785, inventor Benjamin Franklin announced his creation of bifocals. See omny.fm/listener for privacy information.
Kari Lake loses last election appeal
May 23, 2023 14:01 - 4 minutes - 2.05 MBKari Lake's last chance to contest the results of the 2022 election was lost as a judge dismissed her last legal claim yesterday. Jim and Jayme talk her possible political plans for the future. See omny.fm/listener for privacy information.
Funding for School Resource Officers Approved
May 23, 2023 13:24 - 3 minutes - 1.73 MBSuperintendent of Public Instruction Tom Horne's plans to fund School Resource Officers have been approved by the Arizona State Board of Education. Jim and Jayme discuss his plans and break down the funding. See omny.fm/listener for privacy information.
Sharper Point Commentary: Doubting debt ceiling sincerity
May 22, 2023 17:25 - 1 minute - 961 KBDespite hearing hope from U.S. Sen. Mark Kelly that good-faith debt ceiling negotiations would be on Washington's weekend menu, Jim Sharpe saw the usual slop served up. See omny.fm/listener for privacy information.
Johnny Carson's Last Tonight Show
May 22, 2023 15:18 - 1 minute - 664 KBOn this day in 1992 Johnny Carson did his last "Tonight Show", learn more with the KTAR timeline. See omny.fm/listener for privacy information.
Wrong way crashes in Phoenix
May 22, 2023 13:55 - 4 minutes - 2.26 MBKTAR's own Detour Dan joins AZMN to talk about wrong way crashes over the weekend, including one Sunday afternoon that critically injured two children. See omny.fm/listener for privacy information.
Sharper Point Commentary: Are we "all-in" with federal homeless help?
May 19, 2023 17:27 - 1 minute - 934 KBThe feds say they want to help reduce the Valley's homelessness -- but Jim Sharpe wonders if their "help" will end up hindering homeless efforts already underway. See omny.fm/listener for privacy information.
A British Royal married an American on this day
May 19, 2023 15:18 - 1 minute - 633 KBOn this day in 2018, Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, married Meghan Markle, American actress. See omny.fm/listener for privacy information.
Arizona Senator Mark Kelly
May 19, 2023 15:05 - 14 minutes - 6.59 MBArizona Senator Mark Kelly joins Arizona's Morning News to talk about the federal debt ceiling, Title 42, and more. See omny.fm/listener for privacy information.
Border Agents Assaulted in Separate Incidents
May 19, 2023 13:22 - 3 minutes - 1.77 MBTwo migrants were arrested for assaulting border officials in separate incidents. Jim and Jayme talk about the risks of the border for border patrol agents. See omny.fm/listener for privacy information.
Sharper Point Commentary: 'Rehabs' defrauding — and killing — people
May 18, 2023 18:14 - 2 minutes - 976 KBJim Sharpe says that fake rehabs (accused of taking taxpayer money) should be charged with fraud — but also face much more serious charges. See omny.fm/listener for privacy information.
Plessy v. Ferguson was decided on this day
May 18, 2023 15:31 - 1 minute - 639 KBOn this day in 1896 the famous court case Plessy v. Ferguson was decided, coining the phrase 'separate but equal'. See omny.fm/listener for privacy information.
Sharper Point Commentary: "Juice jackers" need jailtime
April 11, 2023 17:16 - 2 minutes - 975 KBAs Jim Sharpe warns you about the hacking scam known as "juice jacking," he also warns the "juice jacking jerks" jail could be in their future. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Civil Right Act was signed on this day
April 11, 2023 15:17 - 1 minute - 572 KBFollowing the assassination of Dr. Martin Luther King, a historic piece of legislation was signed on this day, in 1968. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
How to keep your data safe from "Juice Jackers"
April 11, 2023 13:53 - 4 minutes - 1.87 MBThe FBI now says you should avoid using shared, public phone chargers in places like airports and restaurants. Criminals can you these to access your data. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Out with the cold, in with the heat
April 11, 2023 12:55 - 5 minutes - 2.58 MBOur surprisingly snowy and wet winter was nice while it lasted, but Jim Cross joins the show and explains why we'll likely end up dealing with a tough fire season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sharper Point Commentary: Sentencing society to worse criminals
April 10, 2023 18:11 - 1 minute - 948 KBWhile prisoner executions grab all the headlines, Jim Sharpe says let's be more concerned about having a discussion regarding the fate of inmates who won't die in prison. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Day the Titanic Sank - KTAR Timeline
April 10, 2023 15:15 - 1 minute - 655 KBBack on this day in 1912 the Titanic sank. Learn more about it in today's edition of the KTAR news timeline. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Narcan for All
April 10, 2023 13:52 - 4 minutes - 2.31 MBGetting the life-saving measure of Narcan in the hands of as many people as possible to stop the record amount of drug overdose deaths we're seeing in the valley, beyond cops and firefighters. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Al McCoy Says "See ya around"
April 10, 2023 13:20 - 4 minutes - 2.08 MBAl McCoy says "see ya around!" the lasting impact as the longest tenured NBA announcer calls it a day for his career, Jim Sharpe remembers a Valley legend. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
World's Longest Python - KTAR's Timeline
April 07, 2023 15:14 - 1 minute - 648 KBBack on this day in 2016 the world's longest python was discovered, how long was it? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jeff's Tribute to Al McCoy
April 07, 2023 14:50 - 2 minutes - 1.18 MBThis weeks Sharper Point Commentary is a tribute to a Valley legend. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Officer Moldovan Throws Out the 1st Pitch at the D-Backs Home Opener
April 07, 2023 14:23 - 4 minutes - 1.99 MBThe miracle of Tyler Moldovan took place before the D-backs home opener, but not everyone who wanted to see it got the chance, we explain...take a listen! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jim Cross, KTAR Senior Reporter on Weird Weather Heat Up Ahead
April 07, 2023 13:26 - 4 minutes - 1.97 MBTemps are heating up, which means more melting snow. how will it impact reservoirs? KTAR senior reporter Jim Cross joined us live to discuss the dramatic weather change on the way. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Chuck Todd, of "Meet The Press" - Talking Tennessee and Biden Announcing 2024 Run
April 07, 2023 13:04 - 5 minutes - 2.67 MBIf it happened in Tennessee, could it happen in congress? And is there a reason Joe Biden hasn't announced his intentions for 2024? We ask Chuck Todd of Meet The Press, next on AZMN. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Russia's unusual "beard tax" ended on this day
April 06, 2023 15:16 - 1 minute - 642 KBLearn about a bizarre tax that was imposed on Russian men, which ended in 1722, on today's KTAR Timeline. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Xavier Gutierrez, Arizona Coyotes Hockey Club
April 06, 2023 14:28 - 5 minutes - 2.71 MBThe City of Phoenix tried to prevent Tempe and the Arizona Coyotes from building a new arena and entertainment district, and now the hockey team is pushing back with a $2.3 billion lawsuit. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Phoenix City Council stumped on long-term solutions for "the Zone"
April 06, 2023 13:54 - 4 minutes - 2.1 MBIn a subcommittee meeting, the Phoenix City Council discussed help for people experiencing homelessness in "the Zone" encampment. Lifesaving medications and heat relief are coming, but no overall solution is on the table. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Contested execution for Aaron Gunches in limbo
April 06, 2023 13:28 - 3 minutes - 1.72 MBGov. Katie Hobbs has to explain in court today why she's putting a pause on state executions, as the execution for Aaron Gunches remains caught in the legal battle. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Chad Benson, the Gaydos and Chad Show
April 06, 2023 12:41 - 5 minutes - 2.51 MBIt's Thursday! That means Chad Benson joins the show to talk the morning's biggest stories, including a lawsuit surrounding a new Tempe entertainment district that would be home to the Coyotes. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sharper Point Commentary: Will Hobbs' poor planning hurt poor kids?
April 05, 2023 17:39 - 2 minutes - 972 KBHe ALWAYS procrastinated doing his homework, but @JimSharpe can't understand Gov. @KatieHobbs' procrastination which puts summer programs that help kids struggling in school in jeopardy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Record for amount of time stranded at sea was set on this day
April 05, 2023 15:20 - 1 minute - 655 KBLearn about Poon Lim, a Chinese sailor was lost at sea in a raft and survived for 133 days, on this day, in 1943. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Community spotlight: Southwest Gas
April 05, 2023 14:23 - 3 minutes - 1.75 MBDr. Laura Nelson with Southwest Gas joins the show for KTAR's Community Spotlight! She explains how the company strengthens communities through sustainability. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Brooks Simpson, ASU presidential historian
April 05, 2023 13:55 - 5 minutes - 2.69 MBAmerican president historian and ASU professor Brooks Simpson joins the show to explain how Trump's indictment fits in with other cases of presidents allegedly breaking the law. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Gov. Katie Hobbs cancels school summer program
April 05, 2023 13:25 - 3 minutes - 1.8 MBGovernor Katie Hobbs is stopping a free summer program for students, designed to help students catch up and first implemented during the pandemic. Another program, however, will be put in place. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Suns clinch playoffs while Cardinals face legal problems
April 05, 2023 12:55 - 4 minutes - 2.15 MBThe Phoenix Suns punched their ticket to the playoffs on Tuesday night with a 115-94 win over the San Antonio Spurs. Plus, a former Arizona Cardinals executive has accused owner Michael Bidwill of cheating, discrimination and harassment. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sharper Point Commentary: Playing into politicians' hands
April 04, 2023 16:24 - 2 minutes - 974 KBWhether the prosecution of Donald Trump sets our nation on fire is entirely up to us, says @JimSharpe — and if we accept the lighter that self-serving politicians are offering. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Martin Luther King was assassinated on this day
April 04, 2023 15:35 - 1 minute - 601 KBLearn about the life and death of legendary civil rights leader Martin Luther King on today's KTAR Timeline. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jim Rounds, Rounds Consulting Group
April 04, 2023 14:46 - 4 minutes - 1.89 MBValley economist Jim Rounds joins the show, and he breaks down a recent study that says you need to make $90,000 (before taxes!) a year to live comfortably in the area. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
It's AZ Gives Day!
April 04, 2023 13:32 - 4 minutes - 2.01 MBThe chance to donate to a local nonprofit returns today, as annual charity event "Arizona Gives" will be collecting contributions for 24 hours to give to nonprofits across the state. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Did Trump hit the jackpot in the courts?
April 04, 2023 12:54 - 4 minutes - 2.13 MBValley political analyst Emily Ryan says Trump's indictment could give him a big boost to this monetary bottom line, and a big help for his reelection campaign. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.