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Nov 7, 2009
Dancers Defy Gravity
If you prefer watching an action flick packed with stunts over an evening at the ballet, you might want to drop into the Herberger tonight to catch the STREB Dance Company. The New York troupe is in residence at ASU this month. KjZZ's Marcos Najera reports.
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Nov 6, 2009
Here and Now: AZ Governor's Race
KJZZ capitol reporter Mark Brodie talked about Governor Brewer's announcement of a formal bid for the executive office on Here and Now. Capitol veteran Chris Herstam joined host Steve Goldstein to discuss how her entry affects the gubernatorial race.
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Nov 6, 2009
Here and Now: Fairbanks Looks Back
KJZZ Here and Now host Steve Goldstein sat down with Frank Fairbanks who retired after 37 years with the city of Phoenix, the last 19 as city manager.
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Nov 6, 2009
Here and Now: Property Case / TEDx
KJZZ Here and Now host Steve Goldstein spoke with litigator Clint Bolick about a Tucson court ruling that affects private property rights. A Pima County Superior Court judge ruled in favor of a developer who sued the city of Tucson after demolition restrictions were placed on his properties. Goldstein also spoke with TEDx Phoenix founder Tomas Carrillo about the valley's first TED event at the Mesa Arts Center.
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Nov 6, 2009
A Farewell to Fairbanks
For nearly twenty years, Frank Fairbanks has served as the Phoenix City Manager. But on Friday, the only plan he has is to serve his wife a piece of birthday cake. Fairbanks retired this week as the CEO of the fifth largest city in America. KJZZ's Marcos Najera reports.
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Nov 5, 2009
Cities Consider Suing Over Fee Policy
Arizona cities and towns will consider suing the state legislature this week. The dispute is over how much freedom cities have to charge home builders to offset the cost of vital infrastructure. KJZZ's Peter O'Dowd reports.
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Nov 5, 2009
Pela Review: "Boom"
KJZZ Commentator and Theatre Critic Robrt Pela reviews Actors Theatre's Production of "Boom" which continues through November 8th at the Herberger Theater Center.
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Nov 4, 2009
Here and Now: Special Session
KJZZ's Here and Now spoke to state Senate President Bob Burns about an agreement in principle for a special session to deal with the budget deficit. arizonaguardian.com's Dennis Welch talked about whether the outcome will be different from the previous one.
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Nov 4, 2009
Here and Now: Tribune Set to Close
KJZZ's Here and Now spoke with East Valley Tribune editor Chris Coppola about the scheduled closing of the newspaper at year's end. Former Tribune editor Jim Ripley and former reporter Ryan Gabrielson talked about what the loss of the paper means to the communities it serves.
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Nov 4, 2009
Here and Now: Cancer Clinical Trials
KJZZ's Here and Nowspoke with thorasic oncologist Dr. Glen Weiss of TGen Clinical Research Services about ongoing clinical trials involving cancer. ASU astrobiologist Paul Davies discussed why researchers are looking at the impact temperature, pressure and force has on cancer.
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Nov 4, 2009
Gloria Feldt: Changing Role of Women
A panel of four multi-generational women were part of lecture series presented by the Women and Gender Studies Department at ASU to discuss the changing aspects of feminism between different ages and experiences of women. KJZZ's Morning Edition Host, Dennis Lambert spoke with Gloria Feldt, women's activist, author and former CEO of Planned Parenthood Federation of America, was a keynote speaker and featured panelist.
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Oct 30, 2009
Here and Now: Clean Elections Retort
KJZZ's Here and Now spoke with Todd Lang, executive director of the Arizona Citizen's Clean Elections Commission about growing criticism of the publicly funded campaign finance system.
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Oct 30, 2009
Here and Now: AZ Transportation Cuts
Arizona Department of Transportation's Matt Burdick joined Here and Now host Steve Goldstein to discuss the impact of budget cuts on customer service and construction projects.
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Oct 30, 2009
Here and Now: Airline Sales/Cutbacks
Here and Now spoke with Holly Hegeman, publisher of planebusiness.com
about announced cutbacks at US Airways and recent fare sale at Southwest Airlines.
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Oct 30, 2009
Here and Now: Pinal County Sheriff
Pinal County Sheriff Paul Babeu came on Here and Now to provide more details of a drug smuggling ring busted this week. He also explained why he despises photo radar.
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Oct 29, 2009
She Is It: Michael Jackson's Protege
Michael Jackson fans in Arizona and around the world filled movie theaters this week for the premiere of the late singer's concert film "This Is It." Edited down from nearly 100 hours of rehearsal footage, the movie shows what would have been a 50-concert comeback for the King of Pop. And for several of those concerts, the opening act was supposed to feature a fast-rising star in Phoenix. KJZZ's Marcos Najera reports
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Oct 28, 2009
Here and Now: Climber Ed Viesturs
Famed mountain climber Ed Viesturs talked with Here and Now host Steve Goldstein about his career, answered listener questions about climbing, and what he's learned from his experiences.
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Oct 27, 2009
One-on-One with Gov. Jan Brewer
Governor Jan Brewer is hoping to call state lawmakers into special session soon; in a wide-ranging, exclusive interview with KJZZ's Mark Brodie, she also says she plans to announce her re-election plans soon.
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Oct 26, 2009
'Perfect Storm' Slugs Border Economies
Downtown businesses in Nogales, Ariz., that rely on cross-border retail traffic from Mexico say they are struggling to survive the recession. But it's not just the economic downturn that's causing problems. Peter O'Dowd reports.
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Oct 26, 2009
Arizona Biltmore's 80th Anniversary
The Arizona Biltmore Resort is celebrating 80 years in the valley. KJZZ's Morning Edition Host Dennis Lambert chronicles the history of this Arizona landmark.
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Oct 23, 2009
Here and Now: H1N1Vaccine Update
KJZZ's Here and Now looked at the distribution of the H1N1 flu vaccine in Arizona with Shoana Anderson, Epidemiology Program manager for the Arizona Department of Health Services. Pima County manager Chuck Huckelberry discussed his organizations proposed policy that requires employees with flu symptoms to stay home. ASU law professor James Hodge talked about what employers and government can legally do to help prevent a pandemic.
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Oct 23, 2009
Here and Now: Sweat Lodge Deaths
KJZZ Here and Now host Steve Goldstein spoke to reporter John Dougherty who is covering the deaths of three people from a Sedona sweat lodge ceremony put on by a new age guru.
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Oct 23, 2009
Here and Now: Universities/AZ Capitol
KJZZ Here and Now host Steve Goldstein spoke with University of Colorado president Bruce Benson about the travails higher education face in his state and what Arizona can learn from it. Capitol reporter Howard Fischer also joined Goldstein to talk about the latest developments with the state budget deficit, a major personnel change in the Governor's office and the latest immigration proposals.
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Oct 23, 2009
Biltmore Anniversary Invites Special Guest
The Arizona Biltmore is celebrating its 80th Anniversary and enlisted the very same historic aircraft that was there for opening day. KJZZ's Lynn Kelly was on board the Tin Goose, sharing in this living piece of Arizona & aviation history.
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Oct 22, 2009
"Seek and Destroy" - TGen's new Cancer Drug
Researchers at TGen are encouraged about a new cancer drug that gives hope to those who are out of options. KJZZ's Mike Sauceda has the story...
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Oct 22, 2009
Port to Expand, Skeptics Question Staffing
Dignitaries from Mexico and Arizona celebrated a $200 million expansion of the Mariposa port of entry in Nogales. But some local business owners wonder who will staff it. Peter O'Dowd reports.
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Oct 21, 2009
Here and Now: The O'Connor House
Retired U.S. Supreme Court Justice Sandra Day O'Connor spoke with Here and Now's Steve Goldstein about the O'Connor House. The project aims to instill civility and collaboration back into the political process in Arizona. Kim Sterling-Heflin spoke to Goldstein about the efforts behind the project
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Oct 21, 2009
Here and Now: Border Deaths
KJZZ's Here and Now explored the issue of people dying attempting to cross the U.S./Mexico border. Tucson Customs and Border Protection Sector Chief Robert Gilbert addressed what the Border Patrol is doing about it. Kevin Keenan, executive director of the ACLU of San Diego and Imperial Valley Counties joined Danielle Alvarado of 'No More Deaths' to discuss what else can be done to reduce the number of deaths.
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Oct 20, 2009
Teen Radio Project
As part of Kjzz's Teen Radio Project, we hear about how violent video games affect young people.
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Oct 20, 2009
Bela Fleck
Banjo phenom Bela Fleck performs in the Valley with his trio; Zakir Hussain on tabla and Edgar Meyer on bass.
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