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Back on this day in 1995 O.J. Simpson was acquitted. The eight-month trial was for the murder of the former football estranged star's wife and her friend.

On today's Sharper Point Commentary, Jim Sharpe joins live from a charity breakfast for the Homeless ID Project. He stresses the importance of getting ID's to people experiencing homelessness to get them out of those situations.

AI is advancing and impacts many aspects of life, including AI shopping. KTAR Retail Analyst, Kristin Bentz, joined the show to discuss this latest shopping trend along with the pros and cons that come with it.

Cardinals are facing the Titans Sunday. Arizona Sports' Tyler Drake, joined the show to explain how the Birds will shape up against Tennesse with several players injured.

Congress is set to meet today during the third day of the government shutdown. Political Analyst, Chuck Todd, joined the show to explain who is most impacted.

A complaint filed by 19 states alleges that Kars-R-Us.com solicited donations using deceptive advertising and then forwarded only a fraction of the funds to breast cancer patients. Jim Ryan, ABC News correspondent, joined the show to talk about the fine the organization has to pay. 

Back on this day in 1950 comic strips "Peanuts" ran for the first time. It has been translated into 21 languages since its original publication.

On today's Sharper Point Commentary, Jim Sharpe talks about the new laws taking effect in Arizona. He focuses on a few laws that change how animals are treated, age verification for adult websites and tobacco age limits. 

"The Ghosts of Eve - The Best of TSO and More" tour is coming to the Valley. Al Pitrelli, TSO guitarist, joined the show to talk about the tour and what fans can expect.

Prices are coming down, along with mortgages for those buying a house.  Phoenix Business Journal Senior Reporter, Angela Gonzales, joined the show to explain what that means for you.

There has been an increase in political violence. Brad Garrett, ABC News crime and terrorism analyst, joined the show to talk about who is most vulnerable to being lured into doing attacks. 

Back on this day in 2007, The Spice Girls reunited. The reunion concert sold out in 38 seconds in the UK. 

On today's episode of the Sharper Point Commentary, Jim talks about the government shutdown that happened today, how long it may last and what this means exactly.

Absenteeism has gotten worse since the pandemic. Senior Vice President of Community Impact for Helios Foundation, Paul Perrault, joined the show to talk about what's being done to improve attendance. 

The government shutdown on Wednesday at midnight. ABC News Correspondent, Caleb Silver, joined the show to talk about what this means to you. 

David Schweikert, U.S. Congressman AZ-1, joined the show to talk baout his announcement of running for governor. He explains how he is different than his other GOP candidates.

Back on this day in 1955 James Dean was killed in a car crash. He was driving his Porsche to a race when he crashed. After the accident, it was believed his car was cursed.

The government will shutdown if Congress can not pass a funding bill by midnight Tuesday. Dr. Lauren Smith, Vice President of Strategic Portfolio for Robert Wood Johnson Foundation joined to explain where common ground can be found.

A tax credit for electric vehicles is set to expire in October. ABC News Correspondent, Mike Dobuski talks about how people can still part take in the credit before the deadline. 

A government shutdown could occur if Congress does not pass a budget by midnight. U.S. Representative, Greg Stanton, joined the show to explain how a deal could be made and what some issues are that Democrats are not willing to compromise on. 

Sunday's Mormon church shooting resulted in four deaths and eight others wounded. Former undersecretary of intelligence & counter-terrorism coordinator for the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, John Cohen, joined the show to talk about what can be learned by the shooter. 

Back on this day in 1987 Bruce Springsteen tipped $100000 to a barmaid in Prescott, Arizona. KTAR Timeline is brought to you by Beatitudes Campus. 

On today's Sharper Point Commentary, Jim Sharpe discusses a Bankrate survey that shows many Americans are planning on starting their Christmas shopping before Halloween! And he also discusses a fraud scheme with an aptly spooky name! 

There's a new fraud scheme you should be on the lookout for "Ghost Tapping" where scammers try and tap your RFID chip on your card to ring a transaction through. ABC News Correspondent Jim Ryan joined Arizona's Morning News to discuss this fraud scheme. 

It's Money Monday! As usual Associate Professor of Economics at University of Arizona Evan Taylor joined Arizona's Morning News to discuss the increase in personal consumption expedenitures and other recent shopping trends. 

 A potential government shutdown is looming yet again. To talk about the the upcoming meeting between rival party leaders is ABC News White House Correspondent Karen Travers. 

Back on this day in 1969 "The Brady Bunch" premiered on ABC. The TV show centered around a blended family with three sons and three daughters.

On today's Sharper Point Commentary, Jim Sharpe talks about why women are waiting to have kids. He says while teen pregnancies are down, older pregnancies are increasing. 

At least 12 Arizona school district superintendents could or have earned more than $300,000 in total compensation. Arizona Superintendent of Public Instruction, Tom Horne, joined the show to discuss why.

If Congress cannot pass a budget by Tuesday, the government will shutdown. Political Analyst, Chuck Todd, joined the show to talk about the shutdown and indictment of the Former FBI Agent James Comey.

Young women are holding waiting to have kids. ABC News Correspondent, Soo Yoon, joined the show to talk about which age group if having children and why others are holding off. 

Back on this day in 1970 "The Partridge Family" premiered on ABC. Less than two months from its TV debut, the song "I Think I Love You" reached the top of the pop charts. 

On today's Sharper Point Commentary, Jim Sharpe talks about road rage. He says more patience is needed behind the wheel to keep ourselves and others safe.

There is less water in the Colorado River and more growth in Arizona. Stakeholders will meet to discuss shares of the river with the other states. Central Arizona Project Board President, Terry Goddard, joined the show to discuss Arizona's 2026 Colorado River water plan. 

The Cardinals are taking on the Seahawks tonight in Glendale. Arizona Sports' Tyler Drake tells Jim and LaDona what's to expect from the division rivals after the birds suffered some injuries Sunday night while playing in San Franciso.

Yesterday a gunman shot three people at a Dallas ICE facility. Brad Garrett, ABC News Crime and Terrorism Analyst joined the show to give the latest details and talk about how social media influences people into committing these crimes.

A new study show 90% of people admitted to driving aggressively. AAA Spokesperson, Julian Parades, joined the show to explain the study and share tips to avoid road rage. 

Back on this day in 1957, Elvis Presley released "Jailhouse Rock", for the film with the same name. The song would reach the top of the charts in the U.S. and the top ten in several other countries.

On today's episode of the Sharper Point commentary, Jim discusses the return of Jimmy Kimmel Live! He explains that if the government intervened in the suspension of Jimmy Kimmel, then it is censorship. If not, then it is just an employer disciplining an employee.

A shooting occured at an I.C.E. facility in Dallas, Tx, Wednesday morning. The shooter was found dead at a nearby roof. ABC News Correspondent, Jim Ryan, joined the show to give the latest details ahead of a police briefing.

Gilbert was ranked the most expensive city to DoorDash. Jim and LaDona talk about why delivery food services are so much more expensive and share their delivery stories.

A multimillion dollar home was put up for a raffle drawing, before the state shut it down. Jim and LaDona share what happened and their own home struggles. 

Congress has a September 30 deadline before a potential government shutdown because of a budget bill. Karen Travers, ABC News White House correspondent, joined the show to talk about what this would entail. 

Back on this day in 1875 Billy the Kid was arrested for the first time. William Henry McCarthy was arrested for stealing a basket laundry.

On today's Sharper Point Commentary, Jim Sharpe talks the lawsuit filed by the father of murdered Emily Pike. He questions who failed the teenager more, the justice system or her family. 

Apple's just released the iPhone 17 last week. ABC News Correspondent, Mike Dobuski, joined the show to talk about the features and how older generations of the iPhone compare. 

As more datacenters are built around the Valley, energy prices continue to go up. Southwest Executive Director for Consumer Energy Alliance, Matthew Gonzales, joined the show to talk about how outdated policies are impacting the consumer.