March 30, 2006
Essay from Stefano Noto
( Phoenix )Stefano Noto explains why changing his profession to become a teacher would cause a sour note in his trek through life.
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March 29, 2006
Students Rally at Capitol for Immigrant Rights
( Phoenix, AZ )There was another day of protests at the state capitol Tuesday, where as many as a thousand students rallied for immigrant rights. This on the heels of Friday's massive demonstration in downtown Phoenix, and similar protests around the country. KJZZ's Rene Gutel reports.
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March 29, 2006
Excuse Me, Holmes
( Phoenix )KJZZ's Steve Goldstein talks with playwright Steven Dietz on his new adaptation, "Sherlock Holmes: The Final Adventure," playing in downtown Phoenix.
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March 28, 2006
AZ Professor in Ghana for Eclipse
( Phoenix, AZ )A rare celestial event takes place late tonight. A total eclipse of the sun. Unfortunately it won't be seen anywhere in the Southwest, or in North America at all, but in parts of Africa. An Arizona astrophysicist will be in Ghana to witness the eclipse and lead a conference on African astronomy. KJZZ's Rene Gutel reports.
africlipse.csir.co.za
You can see the total solar eclipse in Ghana LIVE on the internet. It starts at 1:30 local time, early March 29th.
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March 27, 2006
Immigration Issues Continue to be Front and Center at the Capitol
( Phoenix )Continued turnover in the state legislature isn't having too much of an effect on the issues lawmakers are debating. KJZZ's Dennis Lambert and Mark Brodie talk about the week ahead at the capitol.
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March 24, 2006
Politics from Both Sides of the Aisle
( Phoenix, AZ )In this hour of Here and Now, we were joined by Democratic State Senator Richard Miranda and Republican Senate President Ken Bennett.
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March 24, 2006
Richard Kenney's commentary
( Phoenix )Former speed demon Richard Kenney tells of how he's converted to the side of good...though it's been a bumpy road.
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March 23, 2006
Kathy Nakagawa's Essay
( Phoenix )This essay in our occasional series "I am your child's teacher" discusses the time educators are being given to teach students more than what's required on a test, and whether it's enough.
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March 21, 2006
The Business of Sports in the Valley
( Phoenix )KJZZ's Steve Goldstein talks with Arizona Republic reporter Craig Harris about the impact professional sports are having on the Valley economy.
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March 20, 2006
Legislative Democrats Getting Budget Ideas Ready
( Phoenix )Democrats in both the state House and Senate are getting their budget priorities in order, although many acknowledge their input into the state's new spending plan could be minimal. KJZZ's Mark Brodie reports.
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March 18, 2006
Statewide Smoking Ban, Minimum Wage Get Strong Support in New Survey
( Phoenix )November's ballot could be a long one, with several initiatives either already qualified or close to qualifying for the election. KJZZ's Mark Brodie speaks with Fred Solop of NAU's Social Research Laboatory about a new survey looking at how much support some of them enjoy.
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March 17, 2006
Microbial Sanitation Workers
( Tempe )Arizona State University's Bio Design Institute is making waves in the water filtration sciences...and that's just the beginning. Produced by Tony Ganzer.
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March 16, 2006
Essay from Frank Moffitt
( Phoenix )Frank Moffitt tells us what it's like to be a teacher's husband...and by default, a part-time teacher's aid.
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March 16, 2006
Governor Praised by Limbaugh
Stan Barnes on other compelling Capitol talk
( Phoenix )KJZZ's Steve Goldstein catches up with "West Washington" publisher Stan Barnes to discuss--among other oddities--Rush Limbaugh praising Governor Napolitano.
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March 13, 2006
Local, State, Federal Officials Look to Curb Meth Production
( Phoenix )Methamphetimine production and use is a major problem, both in Arizona and around the country. KJZZ's Mark Brodie reports on efforts to try and put an end to both.
Read the bill to restrict pseudo ephedrine sales
Read the bill to offer treatment and interdiction
Info from the Justice Department on the Patriot Act
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March 10, 2006
State Senator Passes On
( Phoenix, AZ )State Senator Marilyn Jarrett passed away this morning, after being taken to the hospital from her senate office Thursday afternoon. KJZZ's Terry Ward and Mark Brodie have more.
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March 10, 2006
Google Picks Tempe... For Now
( Tempe, AZ )The search engine giant Google has chosen Tempe as its new Valley home. The company today announced plans to open an office on the Arizona State University campus.
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March 10, 2006
Commentary from Troy Pottgen
( Phoenix )Phoenix copywriter and humorist Troy Pottgen brings us a commentary on some of his favorite tunes from the past...that became casualties of failed relationships. Produced by Tony Ganzer.
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March 10, 2006
Robrt Pela's Review
( Phoenix )KJZZ Theatre Critic Robrt Pela tells us why the "Benefactors" makes good use of its talent.
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March 09, 2006
Elizabeth Viator's Essay
( Phoenix )In this addition to our "I am your child's teacher" series, we hear about the essay prompts for the state AIMS test, and why they don't do students justice.
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March 08, 2006
Interview with Tim Hogan
( Phoenix )The World Baseball Classic and other major events have the potential to bring big bucks to the Valley. Morning Edition's Dennis Lambert speaks to research economist Tim Hogan about the bottom line.
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March 07, 2006
Bringing down the house?
( Phoenix )A contingent from the Valley ventures to Las Vegas next week to tackle some of the housing issues affecting the region. Morning Edition's Dennis Lambert speaks with Rebecca Flanagan from the federal department of housing and urban development. Produced by Tony Ganzer.
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March 07, 2006
World Baseball Classic
( Phoenix, AZ )Team USA plays its first game in the World Baseball Classic at Chase field in Phoenix today. The 16 nation tournament has been designed by Major League Baseball to promote the game internationally, and lots of the game's biggest names are here in town. Many of the players who compete in the big leagues in the US during the regular season are playing for their native countries in the classic, which could level the playing field, and make for more competitive games.
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March 06, 2006
State Lawmakers Moving on In Session
( Phoenix )The fate of the legislature's latest plan for funding English Language Learner programs is now in the hands of the federal judge. And that means state lawmakers can focus on the other big issues of the session. KJZZ's Mark Brodie reports.
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March 04, 2006
State Lawmaker Wants to Limit Some Solo Trips to Mexico
( Phoenix )With all the talk of trying to keep illegal immigrants coming into the US from Mexico, one state lawmaker is trying to prevent some Arizonans from getting into Mexico. KJZZ's Mark Brodie has more.
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March 03, 2006
Pederson and Petersen
( Phoenix )KJZZ's Steve Goldstein catches up with Stan Barnes of "West Washington" to find out the latest on U.S. Senate candidate Jim Pederson and Arizona State Treasurer David Petersen.
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March 03, 2006
A New Cold War
( Phoenix )KJZZ's Steve Goldstein reports on Scottsdale-based Cold Stone Creamery's efforts to unseat Baskin-Robbins at the top of the ice cream business.
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March 02, 2006
Interview with Jessi Colter
( Phoenix, AZ )Singer-songwriter Jessi Colter has released her first solo record in more than 20 years. She is best known for her 1975 hit "I'm not Lisa" and for her work with her husband of 32 years, Waylon Jennings. KJZZ's Terry Ward recently spoke with Colter about her new record, "Out of the Ashes".
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March 02, 2006
Taking a chance on teaching
( Phoenix, AZ )Courtney Gaertner gives us an essay looking at why teaching prompted her to think "outside the box," and leave the corporate world.
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