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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Episodes
KTAR Timeline - December 18th, 2019
December 18, 2019 15:18 - 54 seconds - 468 KBOn today's KTAR Timeline, Steve Zinsmeister looks back at the arrival of the Mayflower at Plymouth, Massachusetts on December 18th, 1620.
Arizona Congressman Paul Gosar on Impeachment
December 18, 2019 15:13 - 3 minutes - 1.75 MBArizona Congressman Paul Gosar joins us on the day of the House impeachment vote to discuss the proceedings.
KTAR's Chad Benson on the Sky Harbor Rideshare Fee and Impeachment
December 18, 2019 14:18 - 4 minutes - 2.21 MBChad Benson joins us two discuss two big votes happening today: the Phoenix City Council voting on a potential fee on ridesharing services at Sky Harbor and the House of Representatives voting on impeachment.
Rideshare Fee Vote Preview
December 18, 2019 12:33 - 3 minutes - 1.55 MBJim Sharpe discusses the Phoenix City Council's vote today that could result in a fee for rideshare services at Sky Harbor Airport.
Sharper Point - December 17th, 2019
December 17, 2019 19:27 - 1 minute - 802 KBJim Sharpe gives his thoughts on how impeachment could affect the chances of Democratic candidates in Arizona.
KTAR Timeline - December 17th, 2019
December 17, 2019 15:27 - 1 minute - 541 KBOn today's KTAR Timeline, Steve Zinsmeister looks back at the first time humans took flight, on December 17th, 1903.
Sharper Point - December 16th, 2019
December 16, 2019 18:13 - 1 minute - 799 KBJim Sharpe gives his thoughts about parental rights and whether or not they extend to vaccinating children.
Lewis Prison Door Locks to be Repaired
December 16, 2019 15:28 - 3 minutes - 1.59 MBJim Sharpe covers the newest updates in the Lewis Prison door lock scandal, but wonders why it took so long for the state to address the issue.
KTAR Timeline - December 16th, 2019
December 16, 2019 15:17 - 1 minute - 534 KBOn today's KTAR Timeline, Steve Zinsmeister looks back at a daring escape attempt from the infamous Alcatraz that may or may not have been a success on December 16th, 1937.
Uber and Lyft both Prepare to Leave Sky Harbor
December 16, 2019 14:27 - 3 minutes - 1.65 MBJim Sharpe talks about the Phoenix City Council's potential rate hike at Sky Harbor that would drive away ridesharing services.
Paul Calvisi's View from the Sidelines - December 16th, 2019
December 16, 2019 13:23 - 3 minutes - 1.52 MBPaul Calvisi joins us to talk about the Cardinals' weekend victory and Larry Fitzgerald's future in the NFL.
KTAR Timeline - December 13th, 2019
December 13, 2019 15:36 - 1 minute - 622 KBOn today's KTAR Timeline, Steve Zinsmeister looks back at a report that revealed the pervasiveness of steroid use in the MLB, released on December 13th, 2007.
Glenn Hamer, CEO of the AZ Chamber of Commerce and Industry
December 13, 2019 14:10 - 3 minutes - 1.68 MBGlenn Hammer joins us to discuss how the USMCA and potential China trade deal could affect the U.S. and Arizona.
Wolf's Cardinals Preview - December 13th, 2019
December 13, 2019 12:24 - 4 minutes - 2.16 MBRon Wolfley joins us to preview this weekend's Cardinals game against the Browns.
KTAR Timeline - December 12th, 2019
December 12, 2019 15:47 - 58 seconds - 500 KBOn today's KTAR Timeline, Steve Zinsmeister looks back on when Washington D.C. became the capitol of the United States on December 12th, 1800.
Valley Political Expert Emily Ryan on the 2020 Arizona Senate Race
December 12, 2019 14:00 - 2 minutes - 1.41 MBValley Political Expert Emily Ryan joins us to break down new numbers that show Martha McSally gaining on her opponent, Democrat Mark Kelly, but still struggling with important demographics.
Phoenix Fire Chief Diagnosed with Cancer
December 12, 2019 13:23 - 3 minutes - 1.58 MBPhoenix Fire Chief Kara Kalkbrenner announced Wednesday night that she has been diagnosed with breast cancer after serving on the force for 32 years. KTAR Reporter Ali Vetnar joins us to discuss her impact in helping other firefighters fight cancer.
Jeff Munn on Christmas Parties
December 12, 2019 13:16 - 3 minutes - 1.82 MBJeff Munn, Jeremy Foster and Jayme West talk company Christmas parties.
Sharper Point - December 11th, 2019
December 11, 2019 17:12 - 1 minute - 790 KBJim Sharpe gives his thoughts on recent "street takeovers" that could pose a danger to the public.
KTAR Timeline - December 11th, 2019
December 11, 2019 15:20 - 1 minute - 556 KBOn today's KTAR Timeline, Steve Zinsmeister looks back at an art heist with a happy ending: the recovery of the Mona Lisa on December 11th, 1913.
KTAR Reporter Ali Vetnar on Electrical Grid Security
December 11, 2019 14:26 - 3 minutes - 1.59 MBAli Vetnar joins us to talk about a meeting she attended yesterday regarding security issues that could affect the Valley's electrical grid.
Paul Petersen Willing to Resign for a Price
December 11, 2019 14:00 - 3 minutes - 1.75 MBJim Sharpe and KTAR Reporter Taylor Kinnerup discuss suspended Maricopa County Assessor Paul Petersen's appeal and willingness to resign for the right price.
Sharper Point - December 10th, 2019
December 10, 2019 17:25 - 1 minute - 761 KBJim Sharpe gives his thoughts on an alleged UFO sighting in Arizona.
KTAR Timeline - December 10th, 2019
December 10, 2019 16:00 - 1 minute - 679 KBOn today's KTAR Timeline, Steve Zinsmeister looks back on when Australia lost a war against...birds? It happened on December 10th, 1932.
Arizona Congressman David Schweikert on USMCA
December 10, 2019 15:58 - 3 minutes - 1.79 MBCongressman David Schweikert joins us to discuss the possibility of the USMCA trade agreement making it to Congress this year, as well as giving his reaction to today's impeachment news.
Arizona Congressman Andy Biggs on Impeachment Updates
December 10, 2019 15:10 - 5 minutes - 2.48 MBCongressman Andy Biggs joins us to discuss the two Articles of Impeachment brought against the President today and how he sees the impeachment proceedings moving forward, as well as a possible update on the USMCA.
Sharper Point - December 9th, 2019
December 09, 2019 17:18 - 1 minute - 781 KBJim Sharpe gives his thoughts on to discuss a shooting at Naval Air Station Pensacola by a Saudi military trainee, and that country's relationship with the U.S.
KTAR Timeline - December 9th, 2019
December 09, 2019 15:16 - 1 minute - 583 KBOn today's KTAR Timeline, Steve Zinsmeister looks back on first traffic light, installed on December 9th, 1868.
Attempted Wheelchair Thief Arrested
December 09, 2019 14:57 - 2 minutes - 1.37 MBJim Sharpe covers the shocking video of a man on the Light Rail trying to take a woman's wheelchair, and how bystanders helped foil the crime.
New Arizona Poll has Two Democratic Hopefuls Tied with Trump
December 09, 2019 14:31 - 3 minutes - 1.58 MBJim Sharpe covers a new poll of Arizona voters that puts Pete Buttigieg and Joe Biden in a dead heat with Donald Trump.
Paul Calvisi's View from the Sidelines - December 9th, 2019
December 09, 2019 13:23 - 3 minutes - 1.71 MBPaul Calvisi joins us to break down another loss for the Cardinals, this weekend to the Steelers.
Jeremy Foster on APS and Utility Competition
December 06, 2019 16:42 - 1 minute - 820 KBJeremy Foster gives his thoughts on the Arizona Corporation Commission considering opening up competition for electric providers.
KTAR Timeline for December 6th, 2019
December 06, 2019 15:36 - 1 minute - 543 KBOn today's KTAR Timeline, Steve Zinsmeister looks back at when Thomas Edison made the first audio recording in English on December 6th, 1877.
Shaun Holland, Lewis Prison Whistleblower
December 06, 2019 14:55 - 4 minutes - 2.18 MBShaun Holland joins us to discuss the broken door lock situation at Lewis Prison and the dangers it could pose.
Jayme West on Silent Witness
December 06, 2019 13:26 - 3 minutes - 1.78 MBJayme West celebrates 840 episodes of Silent Witness and how the program works to better the community.
Wolf's Cardinals Preview - December 6th, 2019
December 06, 2019 12:27 - 4 minutes - 2.3 MBRon Wolfley joins us to talk about what the Cardinals need to change to prepare for their game against the Steelers this weekend.
KTAR Timeline for December 5th, 2019
December 05, 2019 17:02 - 1 minute - 640 KBOn today's KTAR Timeline, Steve Zinsmeister looks back at when famous pirate Blackbeard got his nickname on December 5th, 1717.
Jim Sharpe Commentary for December 5th, 2019
December 05, 2019 16:51 - 1 minute - 745 KBJim Sharpe gives his thoughts on DPS Director Frank Milstead being pulled over for speeding.
Arizona Congresswoman Debbie Lesko on Impeachment
December 05, 2019 16:50 - 3 minutes - 1.83 MBCongresswoman Debbie Lesko joins us to react to Nancy Pelosi's call for articles of impeachment against President Trump.
Arizona Congressman Andy Biggs on Impeachment Announcement
December 05, 2019 16:06 - 3 minutes - 1.47 MBCongressman Andy Biggs joins us to react to Nancy Pelosi's call for articles of impeachment against President Trump.
House Speaker Nancy Pelosi OKs drafting of impeachment articles
December 05, 2019 14:40 - 5 minutes - 2.62 MBHouse Speaker Nancy Pelosi announced Thursday that the House is moving forward to draft articles of impeachment against President Donald Trump.
Jim Sharpe Commentary for December 4th, 2019
December 04, 2019 17:34 - 1 minute - 805 KBJim Sharpe gives his thoughts on some of the excuses made for a proposed ridesharing tax at Sky Harbor Airport.
KTAR Timeline for December 4th, 2019
December 04, 2019 16:31 - 1 minute - 678 KBOn today's KTAR Timeline, Steve Zinsmeister looks back at a deadly fog that blanketed the city of London on December 4th, 1952.
Lewis Prison Developments
December 04, 2019 15:10 - 3 minutes - 1.54 MBJim Sharpe delves into new developments in the Lewis Prison case, and wonders if the broken door locks that led to prison violence could taint Governor Doug Ducey's legacy.
Arizona Congressman Andy Biggs on Impeachment
December 04, 2019 13:05 - 3 minutes - 1.83 MBArizona Congressman Andy Biggs joins us to preview today's impeachment hearing.
Jim Sharpe Commentary for December 3rd, 2019
December 03, 2019 17:07 - 1 minute - 753 KBJim Sharpe gives his thoughts on proposed legislation that would require Arizona students to say the Pledge of Allegiance.
KTAR Timeline for December 3rd, 2019
December 03, 2019 15:17 - 1 minute - 650 KBOn today's KTAR Timeline, Steve Zinsmeister looks back at the first time the American flag was raised on December 3rd, 1775.
Dan Shufelt, President and CEO of Arizona Helping Hands on Giving Tuesday
December 03, 2019 14:53 - 3 minutes - 1.66 MBDan Shufelt joins us to talk about Giving Tuesday and how you can pay it forward during the holiday season.
Alex Castellanos, DC Insider and ABC Political Analyst
December 03, 2019 13:58 - 3 minutes - 1.66 MBAlex Castellanos joins us to talk the latest impeachment news and some more strange statements by Democratic hopeful Joe Biden.
Jim Sharpe Commentary for December 2nd, 2019
December 02, 2019 17:09 - 1 minute - 765 KBJim Sharpe gives his thoughts on the wild weather over the holiday and the tragic story that it caused.