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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Episodes
Sharper Point Commentary - January 22nd, 2020
January 22, 2020 16:46 - 1 minute - 841 KBJim Sharpe gives his thoughts on coping with tragic news stories.
KTAR Timeline - January 22nd, 2020
January 22, 2020 16:06 - 1 minute - 656 KBOn today's KTAR Timeline, Steve Zinsmeister looks back on a controversial ruling by the Supreme Court on January 22nd, 1973.
Joe Thomas, President of the Arizona Education Association
January 22, 2020 14:32 - 3 minutes - 1.66 MBJoe Thomas joins us to discuss his opposition to a proposed Arizona bill to increase guns in schools for safety purposes.
Phoenix Mom Kills Her Three Children
January 22, 2020 13:59 - 2 minutes - 1.4 MBJim Sharpe covers the story of a Phoenix mom who killed her three children and goes over how the legal case against her could proceed.
Sharper Point Commentary - January 21st, 2020
January 21, 2020 17:19 - 1 minute - 848 KBJim Sharpe gives his thoughts on the difficult situations first responders are put through in the line of duty.
KTAR Timeline - January 21st, 2020
January 21, 2020 15:46 - 1 minute - 531 KBOn today's KTAR Timeline, Steve Zinsmeister covers the production of an iconic car which began on January 21st, 1981.
Jim Sharpe on Martin Luther King Jr. Day
January 20, 2020 16:24 - 2 minutes - 1.23 MBJim Sharpe discusses the history of MLK Day in Arizona.
KTAR Timeline - January 20th, 2020
January 20, 2020 15:17 - 1 minute - 832 KBOn today's KTAR Timeline, Steve Zinsmeister looks back at some of legendary rock star Ozzy Osbourne's craziest onstage antics on January 20th, 1982.
Jim Sharpe on the Flu Season
January 20, 2020 15:01 - 2 minutes - 1.4 MBJim Sharpe gives his thoughts on the importance of the flu shot even with different strains of the flu.
Paul Calvisi's Super Bowl Preview
January 20, 2020 13:53 - 3 minutes - 1.8 MBCardinals Sideline Reporter Paul Calvisi joins us to preview the Super Bowl and give some thoughts on what Cardinals fans can take away from the success of the 49ers.
ABC News Political Analyst Steve Roberts on Impeachment
January 20, 2020 12:35 - 3 minutes - 1.66 MBSteve Roberts joins us to break down what we can expect from the impeachment trial in the Senate.
Sharper Point Commentary - January 17th, 2020
January 17, 2020 17:49 - 1 minute - 837 KBJim Sharp gives his thoughts on an encounter between Arizona Senator Martha McSally and a CNN reporter that he believes is just a publicity stunt.
Gaydos and Chad Preview Their New Show
January 17, 2020 15:52 - 3 minutes - 1.74 MBKTAR's Gaydos and Chad join us to preview their new show starting next Tuesday at 2.
KTAR Timeline - January 17th, 2020
January 17, 2020 15:17 - 1 minute - 629 KBOn today's KTAR Timeline, Steve Zinsmeister looks back at the debut of Popeye the Sailor Man on January 17th, 1929.
Sky Harbor Rideshare Fee "Very Likely" Unconstitutional
January 17, 2020 14:29 - 2 minutes - 1.35 MBJim Sharpe covers updates to rideshare fee store, including Arizona's Attorney General saying it may violate the State Constitution.
Sharper Point Commentary - January 16th, 2020
January 16, 2020 16:19 - 1 minute - 882 KBJim Sharpe gives his thoughts on Arizona Congresswoman Ann Kirkpatrick seeking treatment for alcohol dependence.
KTAR Timeline - January 16th, 2020
January 16, 2020 15:18 - 1 minute - 571 KBOn today's KTAR Timeline, Steve Zinsmeister looks back on the failed policy of Prohibition, instated on January 16th, 1919.
Jim Sharpe on Prescott HOA Controversy
January 16, 2020 14:58 - 3 minutes - 1.69 MBJim Sharpe gives his thoughts on the story of an orphaned boy living with his grandparents in Prescott who may be forced to leave their community due to HOA age restrictions.
Valley Hotel Workers Learn How to Spot Sex Trafficking
January 16, 2020 14:46 - 3 minutes - 1.76 MBKTAR Reporter Ali Vetnar joins us to go over some of the things she learned while attending an event to educate hotel workers about spotting the signs of sex trafficking.
New Numbers in the 2020 Arizona Senate Race
January 16, 2020 13:29 - 3 minutes - 1.45 MBJim Sharpe covers new information showing that Democratic hopeful Mark Kelly has more money on hand than sitting Senator Martha McSally and discusses what this could mean for the race.
Glenn Hamer, Arizona Chamber of Commerce President
January 16, 2020 13:03 - 3 minutes - 1.71 MBGlenn Hamer joins us to break down the USMCA and China trade agreements and the effects they could have in Arizona.
Sharper Point Commentary - January 15th, 2020
January 15, 2020 18:03 - 1 minute - 804 KBJim Sharpe gives his thoughts on the legal result of a Valley hot car deaths.
KTAR Timeline - January 15th, 2020
January 15, 2020 15:18 - 1 minute - 572 KBOn today's KTAR Timeline, Steve Zinsmeister looks back on the opening of The Pentagon on January 15th, 1943.
Larry Fitzgerald Returning for Another Season
January 15, 2020 14:52 - 3 minutes - 1.85 MBArizona Cardinals Sideline Reporter Paul Calvisi joins us to discuss the announcement that Larry Fitzgerald will be returning for another season and what this means for the Cardinals.
Jim Sharpe on Last Night's Democratic Debate
January 15, 2020 14:26 - 2 minutes - 1.23 MBJim Sharpe gives his thoughts on the final Democratic Debate before the Iowa Caucus.
Comedian Frank Caliendo
January 15, 2020 13:57 - 6 minutes - 2.82 MBValley resident and comedian Frank Caliendo joins us in-studio with some of his signature impressions.
KTAR Reporter Taylor Kinnerup on a New Sports-Entertainment District
January 15, 2020 13:05 - 3 minutes - 1.44 MBKTAR Reporter Taylor Kinnerup joins us to discuss the details of a multi-billion dollar sports-entertainment district planned for Scottsdale.
Sharper Point Commentary - January 14th, 2020
January 14, 2020 17:26 - 1 minute - 810 KBJim Sharpe gives his thoughts on Governor Doug Ducey's statements regarding the Department of Corrections.
Governor Doug Ducey Promises No New Taxes
January 14, 2020 15:25 - 2 minutes - 1.4 MBJim Sharpe discusses the Governor's remarks on taxes during yesterday's State of the State, as well as a potential tax that could make it on the ballot for voters to decide on.
KTAR Timeline - January 14th, 2020
January 14, 2020 15:20 - 1 minute - 532 KBOn today's KTAR Timeline, Steve Zinsmeister looks back on the document that officially put an end to the Revolutionary War, ratified on January 14th, 1784.
Detour Dan on Governor Doug Ducey's Plan to Widen the I-10
January 14, 2020 14:26 - 2 minutes - 1.2 MBDetour Dan joins us to give his thoughts on how widening the I-10 at the Phoenix/Tucson corridor could impact traffic.
Sharper Point Commentary - January 13th, 2019
January 13, 2020 18:15 - 1 minute - 761 KBJim Sharpe gives his thoughts on a video poking fun at a Phoenix City Councilman.
KTAR Timeline - January 13th, 2019
January 13, 2020 15:15 - 1 minute - 562 KBOn today's KTAR Timeline, Steve Zinsmeister looks back on the debut of the Mickey Mouse comic strip on January 13th, 1930.
Valley Political Expert Stan Barnes on the State of the State
January 13, 2020 15:03 - 3 minutes - 1.62 MBStan Barnes joins us to discuss what we can expect from Governor Doug Ducey's State of the State address later today.
Glenn Hamer, Arizona Chamber of Commerce and Industry
January 13, 2020 14:35 - 3 minutes - 1.67 MBGlenn Hamer joins us to discuss the potential of an income tax drop in Arizona.
DUI Arrests Down in Arizona
January 13, 2020 13:57 - 3 minutes - 1.56 MBJim Sharpe covers some new numbers regarding DUI drivers in the state and what could be influencing the reduction in arrests.
Sharper Point Commentary - January 10th, 2020
January 10, 2020 16:43 - 1 minute - 814 KBJim Sharpe gives his thoughts on some new border crossing numbers.
KTAR Timeline - January 10th, 2020
January 10, 2020 15:16 - 1 minute - 544 KBOn today's KTAR Timeline, Steve Zinsmeister looks back at legendary TV drama The Sopranos, which debuted on January 10th, 1999.
Chuck Todd, NBC News Political Director and Meet the Press Moderator
January 10, 2020 14:23 - 4 minutes - 1.96 MBChuck Todd joins us to discuss new developments in the tensions with Iran, including President Donald Trump placing some blame on former President Barack Obama.
KTAR Reporter Taylor Kinnerup Live at Barrett-Jackson
January 10, 2020 13:24 - 3 minutes - 1.61 MBTaylor Kinnerup joins us to talk about what she's seen so far at the Barrett-Jackson car auction.
Plane Crash in Iran
January 10, 2020 12:46 - 4 minutes - 2.19 MBJim Sharpe covers the story of a passenger plane that crashed in Iran and what he thinks may have caused the crash.
Sharper Point Commentary - January 9th, 2020
January 09, 2020 17:02 - 1 minute - 741 KBJim Sharpe gives his thoughts on an initiative to discourage distracted driving in Arizona.
KTAR Timeline - January 9th, 2020
January 09, 2020 15:28 - 1 minute - 512 KBOn today's KTAR Timeline, Steve Zinsmeister looks back on a strange mix-up made by a famous explorer on January 9th, 1493.
Maricopa County Attorney Allister Adel on the Felony Diversion Program
January 09, 2020 15:21 - 3 minutes - 1.73 MBMaricopa County Attorney Allister Adel joins us to discuss some changes to the Felony Diversion Program and the benefits it brings to the state.
Jim Sharpe on New Anti-Vaping Lawsuit
January 09, 2020 14:27 - 3 minutes - 1.49 MBJim Sharpe gives his thoughts on a new Arizona lawsuit against some major vape manufacturers.
Rick Murray with the Arizona Chapter of the National Safety Council
January 09, 2020 13:57 - 3 minutes - 1.43 MBRick Murray joins us to discuss a new campaign aiming to combat distracted driving in Arizona.
Sharper Point - January 8th, 2020
January 08, 2020 17:58 - 1 minute - 802 KBJim Sharpe gives his thoughts on new developments in Iran.
KTAR Timeline - January 8th, 2020
January 08, 2020 15:15 - 1 minute - 605 KBOn today's KTAR Timeline, Steve Zinsmeister looks back on when the U.S. actually paid off all its debt on January 8th, 1835.
John Cohen, Former Acting Undersecretary for Intelligence at DHS
January 08, 2020 13:29 - 3 minutes - 1.68 MBJohn Cohen joins us in the wake of a missile attack by Iran on an airbase in Iraq with U.S. troops stationed. He discusses the possibility of a physical attack on the U.S. homeland and the reality of cyber-attacks.
Daniel Hoffman, Retired CIA Middle East Station Chief
January 08, 2020 13:13 - 3 minutes - 1.66 MBDaniel Hoffman joins us to discuss updates in Iran and give his thoughts on the whether or not we will continue to see escalation in the region.