Arizona's Morning News
3,678 episodes - English - Latest episode: 8 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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Arizona lawmaker proposes limits in trains length
February 21, 2023 13:52 - 3 minutes - 1.53 MBFor Valley residents off Grand Avenue in Phoenix and Glendale, trains are not always a welcome sight - loud noise, delays on the road, and safety worries. Now a law is being proposed that would limit train size. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tempe coffee shop cancels "drag show" after bomb threat
February 21, 2023 13:28 - 3 minutes - 1.66 MBBrick Road Coffee is an LGBTQ+ owned coffee shop in Tempe, known for being involved in the community and hosting "drag story hour." But they've put that on hold, after a bomb threat was called into the shop this weekend. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Timeline for Feb. 20
February 20, 2023 15:23 - 1 minute - 721 KBLearn about the creation of the U.S. Postal Service on today's KTAR Timeline. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sharper Point Commentary: A farewell to the Super Bowl!
February 20, 2023 15:20 - 2 minutes - 1.04 MBThe big game has come and gone, and chances are it won't be back for a long time. Jeff Munn looks back to the celebrations and forward to what's next. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Former president Jimmy Carter begins home hospice care
February 20, 2023 14:22 - 3 minutes - 1.7 MBThe nation's longest-living president has decided to spend his remaining days with friends and family at home. Jeff Munn shares the reaction of former Arizona U.S. senator Dennis DeConcini, who was elected the year Carter became president. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Massive winter storm expected next week
February 20, 2023 13:52 - 3 minutes - 1.66 MBArizona has had a winter that's seen record-setting snowfall, and its icy grip hasn't released yet. KTAR's Jim Cross joins Jeff Munn to explain what to expect. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Timeline for Nov. 23
November 23, 2022 15:16 - 1 minute - 625 KBLearn about the first smartphone in today's KTAR Timeline. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jim's SharperPoint Commentary: Thankful for politics
November 23, 2022 15:16 - 2 minutes - 1.19 MBPeter Samore fills in for Jim and explains why he is thankful for politics this holiday season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Arizona's future relationship with Mexico
November 23, 2022 13:52 - 3 minutes - 1.54 MBArizona will have a new governor, which could mean different relations with our biggest trade partner, Mexico. KTAR's Griselda Zetino talked the Mexican Ambassador and shares his feelings about continuing its strong ties with Arizona. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Happy Thanksgiving!
November 23, 2022 13:21 - 3 minutes - 1.69 MBThe morning crew talks about their Thanksgiving traditions, where they will go and how they will celebrate this weekend. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Holiday road traffic
November 23, 2022 12:50 - 2 minutes - 1.3 MBAAA spoke to KTAR's Taylor Tasler on how the roads will look this holiday weekend. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Abe Hamadeh's official complaint
November 23, 2022 12:26 - 4 minutes - 2.04 MBThe election is far from over with some recounts on the way. One of those is the Attorney General's race. The GOP candidate, Abe Hamadeh has filed a formal complaint, alleging election mismanagement. Does he have a case? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jim's SharperPoint Opinion: Thanksgiving danger at other people's houses
November 22, 2022 16:08 - 1 minute - 935 KBAs we get set for the biggest family-gathering holiday of the year, @JimSharpe has to ruin it by mentioning the Thanksgiving dangers that lurk at other people's houses... See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Timeline for Nov. 22
November 22, 2022 15:16 - 1 minute - 673 KBLearn about the assassination of JFK in today's KTAR Timeline. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Arizona's election is (mostly) over
November 22, 2022 13:56 - 4 minutes - 2.32 MBEvery vote in Arizona has reportedly been counted, but the process to certify results is being delayed by two counties in the state. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Arizona child drownings double in a year
November 22, 2022 13:28 - 4 minutes - 1.97 MBFrom 2020 to 2021 the number of children who died from drowning doubled, a problem that is tragically familiar to the Valley. Jim Sharpe shares some ways to protect your children. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Hours worked to afford rent
November 22, 2022 12:22 - 6 minutes - 2.87 MBHow many hours do Phoenicians need to work to afford rent? A lot. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jim's SharperPoint Opinion: Inflation makes adulting REALLY hard
November 21, 2022 17:00 - 1 minute - 912 KBMaybe it shouldn't be such a big surprise (considering how bad inflation is) — but @JimSharpe was still taken aback at the number of adults who live with Mom and/or Dad. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Timeline for Nov. 21
November 21, 2022 15:18 - 1 minute - 588 KBLearn about the Rocky franchise in today's KTAR Timeline. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Bill Gates, Maricopa County Supervisor
November 21, 2022 14:25 - 6 minutes - 3.09 MBMaricopa County Supervisor Bill Gates, who oversees county elections, says he is taking extra security precautions, but is not in hiding. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Over half of Gen Z lives with parents
November 21, 2022 13:59 - 4 minutes - 1.88 MBNew research says 54% of Gen Z adults are choosing to stay at home and save the money in response to a difficult economy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Arizona election officials delay certification
November 21, 2022 13:28 - 4 minutes - 2.2 MBThe Cochise County Board of Supervisors voted to delay the certification of election results, and some officials say they want to redo the process with a hand count. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Airport travel tips for Thanksgiving
November 21, 2022 12:54 - 3 minutes - 1.76 MBKTAR's Taylor Kinnerup joins Jim Sharpe to tell you how to cut down on wait times and travel delays if you are flying this holiday season. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jim's SharperPoint Opinion: Taking a tough turkey stance for the poor
November 18, 2022 17:07 - 1 minute - 945 KB.@JimSharpe is not above making threats (strangely, involving Adam Sandler) in order to get KTAR listeners to help Arizona's poor this Thanksgiving. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Timeline for Nov. 18
November 18, 2022 15:17 - 1 minute - 613 KBLearn about Mickey Mouse in today's KTAR Timeline. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tom Horne, new Superintendent of Public Instruction
November 18, 2022 14:30 - 5 minutes - 2.65 MBTom Horne, who held the office from 2003 to 2011, will take up state oversight on education in January. Jim Sharpe and Jayme West ask him for insight on what to expect from his term. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Kari Lake does not concede despite loss
November 18, 2022 13:27 - 4 minutes - 2.32 MBThis week, the race for Arizona's next governor was called in favor of Democrat Katie Hobbs. But this hasn't stopped Republican Kari Lake from "exploring every avenue." See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Are higher recount margins a good idea?
November 18, 2022 12:54 - 3 minutes - 1.62 MBThe final results of two races in Arizona's midterm election are lingering and could go to a recount. Jim Sharpe and Jayme West look at what this means for the outcome and if it's needed. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
St. Mary's Food Bank short of holiday goal
November 18, 2022 12:27 - 4 minutes - 1.89 MBThanksgiving is around the corner and St. Mary's Food Bank needs 8,000 more turkeys to make sure every family is fed. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jim's SharperPoint Opinion: Kari wants your cash
November 17, 2022 17:12 - 1 minute - 879 KB.@KariLake's post-election Twitter feed shows @JimSharpe that Lake has gone from wanting your vote to wanting your cash. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Timeline for Nov. 17
November 17, 2022 15:15 - 1 minute - 648 KBLearn about Britney Spears in today's KTAR Timeline. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Griselda Zetino, KTAR News reporter
November 17, 2022 14:26 - 4 minutes - 2.08 MBHow long will it take for Arizona's election to be certified? KTAR'S Griselda Zetino joins Jim Sharpe, and says the wait is not over. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Board of supervisors face angry Arizonans
November 17, 2022 13:56 - 4 minutes - 1.98 MBIn a recent meeting, the Maricopa County Board of Supervisors was harshly criticized by members of the Arizona public who feel the midterm election was mishandled. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Valley family killed in possible homicide
November 17, 2022 13:25 - 4 minutes - 2.13 MBInitial reports showed a hazardous situation in a Valley home. By the end of the day, Phoenix Police indicated a gas leak was not the reason a family of five died in their home. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jim's SharperPoint Opinion: Biden crosses the border on hypocrisy
November 16, 2022 17:54 - 1 minute - 935 KBFor Jim Sharpe, the familiar smell of political hypocrisy (and COVID) hangs heavy in the air at the Arizona-Mexico border. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Timeline for Nov. 16
November 16, 2022 15:14 - 1 minute - 645 KBLearn about LSD in today's KTAR Timeline See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Chuck Coughlin, HighGround Consulting
November 16, 2022 14:24 - 6 minutes - 2.86 MBWhere does the Arizona GOP and the national GOP go from here after big losses in the midterms? Chuck Coughlin with HighGround tries to answer that question. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Federal judge ends Trump-era asylum restrictions
November 16, 2022 13:54 - 3 minutes - 1.81 MBTitle 42, which allowed asylum seekers to be turned away at the border, must end according to a federal judge. Now the question is what will happen with the abrupt change. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Onward to the 2024 election
November 16, 2022 13:27 - 4 minutes - 2.19 MBThe midterms may have just ended, but an announcement from former president Donald Trump is already shaking things up for 2024. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Banner Health restricts visitation due to RSV
November 16, 2022 12:58 - 4 minutes - 2.09 MBSpiking cases of RSV in children is causing Banner Health hospitals to put restrictions on visitors, for the first time since the pandemic. Jim Sharpe shares a recent experience in the hospital. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jim's SharperPoint Commentary: AZ GOP needs to ward off Ward
November 15, 2022 17:22 - 1 minute - 942 KBKTAR Host @JimSharpe, a former political consultant, explains how the (formerly) high-flying Arizona Republican Party crashed on Election Day 2022. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Timeline for Nov. 15
November 15, 2022 17:16 - 1 minute - 650 KBLearn about the stock ticker in today's KTAR Timeline. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
David Schweikert, Arizona Representative
November 15, 2022 13:55 - 4 minutes - 2.31 MBRepresentative David Schweikert joins AZ Morning News to discuss his close race with Jevin Hodge and prioritizing tax policy in Washington. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Katie Hobbs takes Governor race
November 15, 2022 13:25 - 4 minutes - 1.87 MBArizona's next governor will be democrat Katie Hobbs, how did she win and what does this mean for republicans? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jim's SharperPoint Commentary: Arizona Governor Colt McCoy?
November 14, 2022 17:58 - 1 minute - 937 KBSince it could be a long time before we know who our next governor will be, @JimSharpe proposes naming a temporary governor -- and even has the perfect candidate to suggest. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Adrian Fontes, projected Secretary of State
November 14, 2022 14:48 - 5 minutes - 2.59 MBAdrian Fontes is Arizona's next Secretary of State, according to all of the projections. So, what will he do differently than Katie Hobbs? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Greg Stanton, Arizona U.S. Congressman
November 14, 2022 13:55 - 5 minutes - 2.68 MBCongressman Greg Stanton, joins Arizona's Morning News to discuss his re-election campaign, his voting record and maintaining bipartisanship in politics. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Arizona's close-to-call elections getting national attention
November 14, 2022 13:25 - 4 minutes - 1.95 MB'Saturday Night Live's opening focused on Arizona's razor-thin governor's race, how close are we to getting results? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
An update on Arizona's props
November 14, 2022 13:00 - 4 minutes - 2.09 MBVoters approved Prop 209's cap on medical debt, which other propositions will or won't take effect in Arizona? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jim's SharperPoint Commentary: Fighting for our vets on Veterans Day
November 11, 2022 15:34 - 2 minutes - 983 KBAs someone who's had a special vantage point watching U.S. servicemembers in war, @JimSharpe has a special message for his fellow civilians on Veterans Day. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.