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Back on this day in 2005 Hurricane Katrina made landfall. The category four storm was one of the most devasting storms in Alabama history with a mandatory evacuation for the whole city of New Orleans and over up to $150 billion in damages. 

On today's Sharper Point Commentary, Jim Sharpe talks about the latest polling of Republican Arizona gubernatorial candidates, Karrin Taylor Robson and Andy Biggs. He says the polling shows Robson ahead of Biggs. Both candidates have the endorsement of President Donald Trump.

Political Analyst, Chuch Todd, joined the show to comment on the Federal Reserve's Lisa Cooks lawsuit and the National Guard in D.C. He says poltical parties are missing what voters want when it comes to the handling and messaging of violent crime.

Back on this day in 1963 Martin Luther King Jr delivered his "I Have a Dream" speech. He gave the speech in front of about 250,000 people gathered in support of equal rights at the Lincoln Memorial in Washington D.C.

On today's Sharper Point Commentary, Jim Sharpe talks about school violence. He says school violence has been on the rise and education is the only way to prevent and improve these situations.

Elenee Dao, ABC 15 reporter, joined the show to talk about Arizona school safety. She says schools see a rise in teen violence in September, but there is no clear reason why.

ABC News Crime and Terrorism Analyst, Brad Garrett, joined to talk about the mass shooting at a Minneapolis church Wednesday. He believes some of the shooter's rage started in school which is why Robin Westman cited other mass shooters in his video and shot at a school.

Tina Tambor, senior housing analyst, joined the show to talk about a recent a Cromford report that says housing prices will decline in the next six months. She says lower prices marks the beginning of the end of the buyers market seen since last November in Phoenix. 

Back on this day in 1965 The Beetles met Elvis Presley for the first and only time. The four hour meeting was kept private with no photos or recordings.

On today's Sharper Point Commentary, Jim Sharpe talks about how the AG Kris Mayes is unhappy AZ DEA agents being sent to DC. Sharpe says he agrees with Mayes, noting how Arizona is the "Fentanyl funnel of the nation"

Manager of Business Intelligence with Yardi Matrix, Doug Ressler, joined the show to talk about renters in the Valley. He explains the upcoming opportunities for renters and where growth is happening.

ABC News Transportation Reporter, Clara McMichael, joined the show to talk about travel ahead of Labor Day Weekend. She says airlines are expecting a record breaking travel weekend.

Back on this day in 1978 Frankie Valli's "Grease" reached number one Top 100 Billboards. Only two other singles from the album exceeded "Grease."

On today's Sharper Point Commentary, Jim Sharpe talks about yesterday's storm that swept through the Valley. He says though there wasn't much rain it was still a huge weather event for Phoenix causing a lot of damage. 

Elon Musk is suing Apple and OpenAI. Mike Dobuski, ABC News correspondent, joined the show to talk about why he is suing and give the latest updates of the lawsuit.

Theresa Pulido, retired PHX Union teacher, joined the show to talk about her former district hid incidents of weapons on campus from parents and the public. She says wrong procedures were taken and security steps were skipped.

Danny Seiden, CEO and President of the Arizona Chamber of Commerce and Industry, joined the show to talk about why several Arizona cities ranked in the top ten of a recent economic survey. He says the only thing to slow has been job creation, but Phoenix's economy is still growing.

Back on this day in 1939, the Wizard of Oz opened in theatres. The film follows Dorothy, who after being knocked unconcious in a tornado, dreams about following the "yellow brick road" alongside her dog ToTo.

On today's episode of the Sharper Point commentary, Jim Sharpe talks about a new report that canyone officials ignored warnings about the Dragon Bravo Fire, which may have led to it growing to the size that it has. Currently, the fire is 145,504 acres with 61% containment.

University of Arizona associate professor of economics, Evan Taylor, joins Arizona's Morning News to talk about Jerome Powell indicating that the fed might cut rates - and Evan makes a prediction of his own, saying he thinks the fed will cut rates 2-3 times before December.

ABC News Correspondent Guy Davies joins Arizona's Morning News to talk about the Russian attack on Ukraine that took place over the weekend. Russia launched drones and missiles into Ukraine, as the country kicked off independence day celebrations.

Back on this day in 1911 the Mona Lisa went missing. The iconic painting was later found in 1913 after an art dealer received a letter from "Leonardo" holding the painting for ransom.  

Pew Research released a report saying 2023 recorded a record high number of illegal immigrants came into the U.S. Cochise County Sheriff, Mark Dannels, joined the show to talk about what he has seen from 2023 to now working in a border county. 

Back on this day in 1959 Hawaii officially became a state. It became the 50th state and the eighth smallest out of the United States. 

Pinal County Attorney joined the show to talk about recommendations about the treatment and supervision of sex offenders made by an Arizona board. He says there are no set standards for sex offenders across Arizona; this new board was made to change that.

Back on this day in 2017 actor and comedian Jerry Lewis died. He was known for his movies and nicknamed "The King of Comedy."

On today's Sharper Point Commentary, Jim Sharpe talks about Phoenix Children's Behavioral Health Unit. He talks about a child who used the hospital's therapy programs to quit the self-harm she had started and the other ways children receive treatment in all aspects of their health.

The 17th annual Give-A-Thon co-sponsered by Yrefy and Hyundai continues. Jim Sharpe and Peter Samore react to stories of children who have been treated by Phoenix Children's.  To help continue saving lives: Call 602-933-4567 or text GIVE to 620620. 

Back on this day in 1967, "All You Need is Love" by the Beatles hit number one on the charts. The track is one of the Beatles quintessential songs and was emblematic of the hippie era of the time.  KTAR Timeline is brought to you be Beatitudes Campus. 

A new crime ring, calling themselves "The Com" has stepped up activity. Phoenix FBI Special Agent, Heith Janke joined the show to discuss the markers of this group, and how you can keep yourself and your family safe. 

Is Google Chrome going up for sale? ABC News Technology Reporter Mike Dobuski joined Arizona's Morning News to talk about the proposed bid by AI company Perplexity to purchase Google Chrome. 

President Donald Trump is threatening to end mail in ballots and get rid of certain voting machines. Arizona Secretary of State Adrian Fontes joined Arizona's Morning News to talk about why the President might have a hard time carrying out that threat. 

The "Keatmine Queen" sold drugs to Friends actor Matthew Perry, whose death was a partial result of acute drug intoxication. She pleaded guilty to avoid trial and ABC News Correspondent Brian Clark joined Arizona's Morning News to break it all down. 

Back on this day in 1952 Patrick Swayze was born. The movie star later was later diagnosed with pancreatic cancer and died in 2009.

On today's Sharper Point Commentary, Jim Sharpe talks about the CPI and PPI numbers impact. The reports released weren't what was expected, Sharpe says its to early to tell if the economy is heading in a positive directions. 

KTAR News and Arizona Sports are teaming up with Phoenix Children's for the 17th Annual Give-A-Thon. The hospitol treats over 260,000 kids a year and needs help to continue saving lives. Become a champion of hope by calling 602-933-4567 or text GIVE to 620620. 

Evan Taylor, U of A Associate Professor of Economics joined the show to talk about the inflation and retail sales numbers that have been released. He says its a little early to tell what the full impact of this report is.

Following the summit President Trump and Putin, Ukrainian leader Volodymyr Zelenskyy will meet with Trump at the White House today. ABC News Political Analyst, Steve Roberts says European leaders agree with Zelenskyy and want a ceasefire as quickly as possible.

Back on this day in 1969, the Woodstock festival opened for the first time. The festival was originally meant to raise funds for a recording studio and rock and roll retreat near the town of Woodstock. It would go on to become one of the most iconic festivals of all time.

On today's episode of the Sharper point commentary, Jim talks about the sentencing of Isaac Damon King. Back in 2015, 24-year-old DPS trooper Tyler Edenhofer was shot and killed by Isaac Damon King. Yesterday, King was sentenced to 35 years for the killing.

U.S. Senator Mark Kelly joined the show to talk about immigration, inflation and what's happening in D.C. What are his thoughts on the federal enforcements? 

Back on this day in 1935, Franklin D. Roosevelt signed the Social Security Act into law. The law gave an income to the elderly and was meant to combat unemployment. Much of the law has been unchanged since it's creation, back on this day in 1935.

On today's sharper point commentary, Jim Sharpe talks about the new addition to Scottsdale Fire: Electric Bikes. They are using these bikes to get to stranded or mising hikers.

Back on this day in 2008 Michael Phelps wins three gold medals. Each of these were done in record time.

On today's Sharper Point Commentary, Jim Sharpe talks about the deportation efforts of Kelly Yu gaining bipartisan support to keep her in Arizona. He says it is refreshing seeing people working across party lines to find common-ground solutions. 

Chip Lupo, Wallethub Analyst, joined the show to talk about inflation in Phoenix. He says the decrease of inflation from 2022 to now is remarkable.

Lisa Everett, Republican chair (LD-29) and Brent Peak, co-chair of the progressive Northwest Valley Indivisible Group joined the show to speak about their efforts to stop the deportation of Kelly Yu. Yu is a Peoria business owner who was taken to the Eloy Dentention Center after showing up for one of her immigration hearings.