Arizona's Morning News
3,678 episodes - English - Latest episode: 12 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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Education candidate defends accused child predator
August 31, 2022 13:56 - 3 minutes - 1.51 MBRepublican candidate for Superintendent of Public Instruction Tom Horne is trying to distance himself from political ally David Stringer. Stringer resigned from Arizona congress 3 years ago after making racist comments, and has been charged with child sex crimes in the past. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
He said she said on the border
August 31, 2022 13:26 - 3 minutes - 1.6 MBConcerns grow over the usefulness of Gov. Doug Ducey's shipping container wall in Yuma, as fentanyl continues to come into the country. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jim's SharperPoint Commentary: Wishing away heatwaves (doesn't work)
August 30, 2022 17:17 - 1 minute - 925 KBWhat is "tree equity" and why would Jim Sharpe get behind a government giveaway that has such a funny name? Simple: because he (and the Valley) are feverish. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Timeline for Aug. 30
August 30, 2022 15:26 - 1 minute - 608 KBLearn about when crossbows were banned in today's KTAR Timeline. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
North Phoenix officer-involved shooting update
August 30, 2022 14:34 - 4 minutes - 2.04 MBMore details are emerging about the shooting off Deer Valley Road that put two police officers in the hospital, and it wasn't the only incident reported this week. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Varying Arizona real estate rates
August 30, 2022 14:00 - 3 minutes - 1.86 MBPhoenix is still in the Top 5 of national home prices year over year. Real estate experts say the picture is still changing in how consumers see the local housing market. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jim's SharperPoint Commentary: Abandoned, little babies on the big, bad border
August 29, 2022 16:51 - 1 minute - 942 KBJim Sharpe hopes the story of two tiny babies, left to die on the Mexican border, will stop the big laughs coming out of the mouth of Arizona's (Biden-appointed) U.S. Attorney. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Timeline for Aug. 29
August 29, 2022 15:20 - 1 minute - 634 KBFind out what happened in history on this day in 2005 with Steve Zinsmeister and the KTAR Timeline See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Officer-Involved Shooting near Deer Valley
August 29, 2022 14:25 - 3 minutes - 1.73 MBThree people are dead after a man opened fire near 27th Avenue and Deer Valley. Two Phoenix Police officers were also injured, though both are expected to recover. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jim's SharperPoint Commentary: Border bragging rights
August 26, 2022 17:25 - 1 minute - 895 KBA Twitter war between Arizona Governor Doug Ducey and the U.S. Attorney for Arizona shows Jim Sharpe who's sitting on the sidelines — and who's trying to solve our border crisis. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Timeline for Aug. 26
August 26, 2022 17:22 - 1 minute - 646 KBFind out what happened in history on this day in 2016 with Steve Zinsmeister and the KTAR Timeline See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Tucson shooting kills Pima County Constable
August 26, 2022 14:50 - 3 minutes - 1.64 MBPima County Constable Deborah Martinez-Garibay was shot and killed while serving an eviction notice. Jim & Jayme talk about her legacy and what exactly led to the tragic event. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Kari Mollen, Travel Agent
August 26, 2022 13:38 - 3 minutes - 1.58 MBA report by Morning Consult says over 40% of people are skirting travel for business and leisure. How accurate is that? Kari Mollen with Stellar Travel has that answer. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jim's SharperPoint Commentary: Cancel the politicians canceling college debt
August 25, 2022 15:55 - 1 minute - 893 KBEven though he's paid thousands in college loan debt, Jim Sharpe's not mad at the people getting their debt canceled — but he's got a big problem with the politicians using our money to do it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Timeline for Aug . 25
August 25, 2022 15:22 - 1 minute - 623 KBLearn a little about astronomy and Galileo's telescope in today's KTAR Timeline. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Mark Brnovich, Arizona Attorney General
August 25, 2022 14:25 - 5 minutes - 2.58 MBYou might have had something stolen from you but have you had your house stolen? Deed fraud is a thing in Arizona and Attorney General Mark Brnovich joins the show to talk about how the scammers are getting away with it. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Student loan forgiveness breakdown and reaction
August 25, 2022 14:00 - 3 minutes - 1.62 MBJim & Jayme help you understand who the student loan forgiveness is helping...and hurting. And who is really responsible? Democrats or Republicans? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Kristina Ellis, Ramsey Solutions
August 25, 2022 12:24 - 5 minutes - 2.35 MBConfused about the student loan forgiveness? Kristina Ellis from Ramsey Solutions joins the show to discuss what this means for borrowers and those who it doesn't impact. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jim's SharperPoint Commentary: Good cop, bad cop
August 24, 2022 17:05 - 1 minute - 904 KBBecause he believes almost 100% of cops are good cops, Jim Sharpe agrees almost 100% with the ACLU suing to strike down a law that limits where you can take video of police. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Timeline for Aug. 24
August 24, 2022 15:14 - 1 minute - 582 KBLearn about the first moving pictures in today's KTAR Timeline. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Will Biden deliver on student loan forgiveness?
August 24, 2022 14:27 - 5 minutes - 2.6 MBHeavy rumors suggest President Biden will announce up to $10,000 of student loan forgiveness but there's a catch. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Christmas in August?
August 24, 2022 13:54 - 3 minutes - 1.64 MBEvery year, it seems the holiday season arrives earlier and earlier. That may be the case the next few weeks as Labor Day sales might offer the best deals for holiday shopping. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Police filming law heads to court
August 24, 2022 13:28 - 3 minutes - 1.81 MBThe already controversial law that limits the public's ability to film police officers is now heading to court. Jim Sharpe breaks down both sides of the argument - for the law- and against the law. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jim's SharperPoint Commentary: Running away from home to run for office, Part 2
August 23, 2022 17:41 - 1 minute - 942 KBJim Sharpe has a follow-up to his commentary on the Phoenix City Council race where one candidate accuses the other of not even living in Phoenix. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Timeline for Aug. 23
August 23, 2022 15:29 - 1 minute - 690 KBLearn about the world wide web in today's KTAR Timeline. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sindy Ready, Arizona Association of Realtors
August 23, 2022 14:25 - 5 minutes - 2.47 MBThe housing market is changing ever so slightly in terms of prices. But overall, it seems to be going back to normal. Sindy Ready is a board member for the Arizona Association of Realtors and breaks down where the market is heading. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
New school year, same struggles
August 23, 2022 14:01 - 3 minutes - 1.48 MBState schools chief Kath Hoffman has been touring Arizona schools and is noticing how big the teacher shortage is. How can they fix it? See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Phoenix responds to homelessness lawsuit
August 23, 2022 13:23 - 4 minutes - 1.98 MBOn Monday, we talked to the attorney representing 15 business owners who want the city of Phoenix to move a large group of people experiencing homelessness to another location. The city has responded and KTAR Legal Analyst Barry Markson weighs in as well. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Arizona's tourism is roaring back
August 23, 2022 12:52 - 4 minutes - 1.98 MBOnce the weather cools off, get ready for a lot of people in Phoenix. Tourism forecasts for 2023 are in and it could be even bigger than some pre-pandemic years. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Carpetbagging in the Phoenix City Council?
August 23, 2022 12:27 - 5 minutes - 2.33 MBA fight for city council in Ahwatukee has made it all the way to the Arizona Supreme Court. If you love drama, you'll want to hear why. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Timeline for Aug. 22
August 23, 2022 10:30 - 1 minute - 644 KBLearn about Ring Starr's exit from The Beatles in today's KTAR Timeline. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jim's SharperPoint Commentary: The right way to stop wrong way drivers
August 22, 2022 17:19 - 1 minute - 877 KBHe loves that an Arizona trooper was brave enough to intentionally drive head-on into a wrong-way driver — but Jim Sharpe hates that our own inaction forced that trooper to perform his heroics. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ilan Wurman, Associate Professor of Law
August 22, 2022 13:59 - 5 minutes - 2.42 MBA group of business owners is suing Phoenix for rising homelessness, a problem they say is hurting their bottom line. We talk to their attorney, Ilan Wurman, who is also an ASU professor of law. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Sen. Mark Kelly on CNN
August 22, 2022 13:22 - 3 minutes - 1.7 MBArizona U.S. Sen. Mark Kelly joined CNN this weekend and spoke on how he feels about Arizona facing more Colorado River restrictions and his opponent in November. Jim Sharpe breaks down the big talking points. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Stop driving the wrong way!
August 22, 2022 13:00 - 4 minutes - 2.13 MBThe valley has seen 22 wrong way accidents this year, the latest, hospitalizing a DPS trooper. Jim Sharpe praises the trooper for the courage it took to stop the driver and tries to understand why people drive the wrong way, with some personal experience. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Timeline for Aug. 19
August 19, 2022 15:19 - 1 minute - 600 KBLeft handed? Have any moles? Learn about the Salem Witch Trials and the silly "evidence" that would make you a witch in today's KTAR Timeline. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
A blustery and rainy weekend
August 19, 2022 13:53 - 2 minutes - 1.26 MBThe tropical storm from the gulf is still hanging around and will likely lead to a stormy weekend. Jim Cross previews what to expect. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jim's SharperPoint Commentary: Which cops do whackos want defunded?
August 18, 2022 17:01 - 1 minute - 888 KBMaricopa County Recorder Stephen Richer is one Republican not chanting "Defund The FBI!" Jim Sharpe says that's because a fully-funded FBI nabbed a guy who allegedly threatened Richer (for having the gall to tell the truth about 2020's election). See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ramiro Vavazos, CEO of the US Hispanic Chamber of Commerce
August 18, 2022 13:58 - 5 minutes - 2.69 MBLater this year, the US Hispanic Chamber of Commerce will hold a convention to connect Hispanic business owners. CEO of the chamber Ramiro Cavazos joins Arizona's Morning News to explain what makes Hispanic-owned businesses unique. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Coming storms to create massive monsoon
August 18, 2022 13:12 - 4 minutes - 1.96 MBTwo storms are expected to collide over the Phoenix area, and could create the biggest storm of the 2022 Monsoon season. KTAR'S Jim Cross explains what Arizonans can expect this weekend. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jim's SharperPoint Commentary: Arizona farmers' options dry up
August 17, 2022 17:22 - 1 minute - 895 KBAnother reason to hate California: Arizona has to cut the amount of Colorado River water we get — but Cali doesn't. So Jim Sharpe says it's time to go back to the original drawing board to figure out water rights. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Timeline for Aug. 17
August 17, 2022 15:14 - 1 minute - 675 KBLike something out of a parody movie, learn about one of the unluckiest sports fans in today's KTAR Timeline. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Arizona farmers suffering from federal water cuts
August 17, 2022 13:36 - 4 minutes - 1.95 MBThe federal government stepped in to manage water rights as Colorado River water dwindles, Arizona will now receive 21% less water compared to last year. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Jim's SharperPoint Commentary: Crossing the aisle to stop border crossings
August 16, 2022 17:26 - 1 minute - 923 KBThe U.S. is about to set a new record of 2,000,000 migrant apprehensions occurring on the border in a 12-month period. Jim Sharpe explains how it's the fault of both political parties. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Timeline for Aug. 15
August 16, 2022 15:15 - 1 minute - 605 KBLearn about one of the first major cartoons in today's KTAR Timeline. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Border arrests breaking records
August 16, 2022 14:06 - 4 minutes - 2.08 MBThe Wall Street Journal says over 1.8 million arrests have been made at the southern border this fiscal year. With a month left, there could be up to 2 million arrests. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Bryan Martyn, Retired Army/Air Force Pilot
August 16, 2022 13:55 - 5 minutes - 2.42 MBIt's been 1 year since the Taliban took over Afghanistan after the United States left. Bryan Martyn spent around 20 years flying missions in the middle east and breaks down where the country stands with the Taliban in control. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Timeline for Aug. 15
August 15, 2022 15:17 - 1 minute - 650 KBLearn about the most famous American music festival in today's KTAR Timeline. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Gov. Ducey 's last stand
August 15, 2022 14:59 - 3 minutes - 1.86 MBGov. Ducey is done waiting for the White House to take action. He issued an executive order to finish parts of the border wall near Yuma. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Where's the workforce?
August 15, 2022 14:55 - 3 minutes - 1.67 MBThe labor shortage is continuing to grow, with 600,000 less workers than in early 2020. Jim Sharpe breaks down the numbers and how it's impacting his life. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.