KJZZ's The Show

The Maricopa County Attorney found fewer noncitizens had voted in Arizona elections than other officials had suggested. Our Friday NewsCap panelists analyze that and the rest of the week's top stories. Plus, how baseball's labor dispute could impact the Cactus League.

HIV is no longer a death sentence today, but hundreds of new cases are diagnosed in Arizona every year. We'll hear why Latino men are particularly at risk. Plus, a new incentive to get drivers in one city to slow down.

ICE has largely abandoned its plan to buy up warehouses here and around the country and turn them into detention facilities. A new report shows it has resulted in millions of wasted taxpayer dollars. Plus, a local painter on capturing the power of Arizona's monsoon.

Claims of election fraud and vote rigging continue, as early voting starts soon in Arizona. Hear about an election attorney trying to boost public faith in the system. Plus, an Indigenous wellness advocate on balance, good design and cultural appropriation.

A judge has rejected Maricopa County's request to end oversight of the Sheriff's Department, stemming from Joe Arpaio's administration. Find out why one supervisor on why he disagrees with that decision. Plus, an ASU performance takes on consumption and climate change.

Sen. Jake Hoffman handed over his investigation of an alleged pay-to-play scheme involving Gov. Katie Hobbs to a special counsel. Our Friday NewsCap panelists analyze that and the rest of the week's top stories. Plus, a new book explores the life of a forgotten early aviator.

Why the president may be losing a normally solid GOP voting block: ranchers. And inside ICE's billion-dollar plan to expand Arizona's immigration detention capabilities. That and more on The Show.

Should public schools be forced to spend more in the classroom? Republican lawmakers think so. Learn about the choice in front of you on your November ballot. Plus, why some kids with autism diagnoses aren't getting services both in and out of school.

Senate Republicans are launching an investigation into Gov. Katie Hobbs on the eve of the election. Now the senator on the attack is trying to avoid conflict of interest allegations. Plus, the day-to-day lives of the earliest Western women to come to Arizona.

Civics education in high school is supposed to teach you how government works — and what it means to be a citizen. But, a new survey find most students are afraid to say what they actually think in class. Plus, the company behind a major charter school chain is under criminal investigation.

A Republican state senator has subpoenaed the governor and attorney general to testify over an alleged pay-to-play scheme. Our Friday NewsCap panelists analyze that and the rest of the week's top stories. Plus, a cyclist traces a 1200-mile historic route from Mexico to San Francisco.

It's been almost a year since flash floods hit Globe, Arizona, killing three people and causing nearly $100 million in economic damage. Where the community stands now after being denied FEMA funding. Plus, the Nogales street that made a new list of endangered landmarks.

The Trump administration slashed two major national monuments in Utah to less than a quarter of their original size. Why two-thirds of Utah voters say they want them back. Plus, a look inside Phoenix's thriving and underground hip-hop scene.

Phoenix has more investor-owned homes that just about any other city in the country. Find out how that's impacting potential home buyers and renters. Plus, the earthquake that drained the desert — and a piece of lost Arizona history.

Why First Things First wants state lawmakers to approve a new tax to pay for early childhood development programs. And Harkins will no longer show A24 films at its theaters. What's behind the split?

An Arizona Congressional candidate in a swing district addressed the GOP's midterm convention. Friday NewsCap panelists analyze that and the rest of the week's top stories. Plus, we'll preview the upcoming season for the Arizona Cardinals.

Meta and many states, including Arizona, recently reached a settlement that aims to protect kids from the harms of social media. Why one expert doesn't think it'll have the desired effect. Plus, why Mexican gray wolves could be removed from the endangered species list.

The state Board of Education is in the process of considering changes to the A-F school grading system. What those revisions could look like. Plus, an award-winning playwright comes back to Phoenix for a reading.

The fires that burned through LA last year destroyed tens of thousands of buildings. Learn about the ASU professors who are using new tech to document that. Plus, the outlook for flu and COVID-19 seasons this fall and winter.

The Mother Road turns 100 this year. We'll hear about some of the more complicated history of Route 66. Plus, what's behind the revival of motels in the Southwest?

The candidates for Arizona secretary of state debated how secure Arizona elections are and how people feel about them. Our Friday NewsCap panelists analyze that and the rest of the week's top stories. Plus, we hear from one of the puppeteers performing at this weekend's Puppet Slam in Phoenix.

When the Suns traded for Miles Bridges this offseason, his behavior off the court was as much a part of the conversation as his play on it. What the research says about gender-based violence in sports. Plus, the new head of the Maricopa County Stadium District on fixing up Chase Field.

Why outdoors groups don't like a proposed change that would allow for roads in more parts of national forests, and testing how walkable the Valley is by hitting the streets. And Arizona will be getting less water from the Colorado River starting next year under new rules implemented by the federal government. But for most of us living here, those cuts may be difficult to see on a day-to-day basis.

Arizona's public universities are expecting fewer students this school year than last. Why that is and what it means. And, why the Trump administration is using a small federal agency to collect more data from hospitals.

Arizona is planning for cuts to its Colorado River water after federal rules came out this month. The state's lead water negotiator on what comes next. Plus, how advocates for “Dreamers” plan to defend against a new lawsuit from the Justice Department over in-state tuition.

There's another lawsuit challenging President Donald Trump's attempt to reduce voters' ability to cast their ballots by mail. Our Friday NewsCap panelists analyze that and the rest of the week's top stories. Plus, Arizona scientists are working on new ways to gauge wildfire risks.

Heat deaths are on the rise across the Valley as temperatures continue to hit record highs. Why we're seeing the number of deaths climb higher than this time last summer. Plus, the owner of the Rhythm Room on 35 years of blues in the Valley.

As Arizona prepares to deal with less Colorado River water, the state is moving forward with water augmentation projects. What some of those ideas look like. And, Arizona could get its first Michelin star this week.

The cost of rent in Arizona is leveling off, and home construction is at its highest point in a decade. But a new report shows we have a long way to go to solve our state's housing crisis. Plus, a new Amazon-owned robotaxi service has started operating in Las Vegas.

Arizona has cut hundreds of thousands of people from food assistance following the One, Big, Beautiful Bill. Now hundreds of Arizona schools could lose funding for free lunches. Plus, how a vaccine developed in Arizona may provide a new form of treatment for melanoma.

Arizona voters will not decide the future of the ESA program, but they will vote on changes to election law. The Friday NewsCap panelists analyze those and the rest of the week's top stories. Plus, how an artist from LA became smitten with Tucson.

More and more households across Arizona are having trouble paying their utility bills — and it comes as demand for energy is also going up. Plus, sorority hopefuls are hiring coaches to help them get into the best houses.

Arizona's gubernatorial race will put a spotlight on a long-simmering political divide within the Mormon community. The longtime impact of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints on Arizona politics. Plus, Arizona scientists will begin studying the potential medical use of ibogaine.

The Tohono O'odam tribe is trying to stop the Trump administration from building a wall through its land. Now a judge says they can't stop it. Plus, how a unique sponsorship could affect the Big 12 Conference this year.

Thousands of unaccompanied minors in the U.S with no legal status could soon have no legal representation either. It could mean more of them will be deported back to dangerous situations. Plus, we'll meet the 2027 Arizona Teacher of the Year.

Gov. Katie Hobbs has made it official, naming former Mesa Mayor John Giles as her running mate. Our Friday NewsCap panelists analyze that and the rest of the week's top stories. Plus, the retired University of Arizona professor going on his sixth Fulbright Scholarship.

Law enforcement agencies around the Valley are investigating officers' misuse of Flock license plate tracking technology. Why one sheriff says he is getting rid of the AI cameras. Plus, a new medication is showing promise for some Valley fever patients.

In 2020, two people died when a monsoon storm hit a wildfire burn scar and debris rained down on boaters on Apache Lake. One of the survivors tells his story. Plus, do peptides live up to the hype?

Students are heading back to the classroom across Arizona, even though it still very much feels like summer. How schools can — and sometimes cannot — handle the heat. Plus, why a Valley music venue is taking a stand against AI-created flyers.

Part of Arizona's border with Mexico will reopen this month to cattle coming into this country. The steps that are being taken to prevent further spread of screwworm. Plus, a group of academics tackles the zombie apocalypse.

Gov. Katie Hobbs has reportedly settled on a lieutenant governor pick. Our Friday NewsCap panelists analyze that and the rest of the week's top stories. Plus, a pair of influencers who are willing to tackle the not-so-picture perfect side of the outdoors in Arizona.

Dust in the air can be a big problem in the Valley, as we saw earlier this week. How scientists hope to keep that dust on the ground. And, 50 years of the death penalty in America. How Arizona stands out.