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12News uncovers the state's empowerment scholarship program bought premium KitchenAid items like 66 high-end mixers that cost $300 to $849 each.

With monsoon storm activity expected to ramp up, the metro Phoenix forecast calls for rain chances and cooler temperatures this week.

In the other stories you need to know today, you’re getting some solid advice on how to best hide a budding relationship, where NOT to go on vacation and a real Sophie’s Choice on aging

What’s the Why?  Why is school funding a fundamental difference between a conservative and liberal approach to society? 

We didn’t get rain in the Valley, so why did the temperature cool off 15-20 degrees over the last few days? ABC 15 News meterologist tells us why on the Chris and Joe show. 

The trial in the Preston Lord murder case was pushed back to January 2026 despite pleas from his parents to keep the process moving quickly.

One of the hallmarks of our Headline Volley segment is that we try to encourage introspection: who are you and why are you the way you are? 

If you’re workplace is breaking in the new AI machine that they just overpaid to license, are you saving time and leaving work early? 

What’s the Why? Why is the way you work is the key to whether or not you’ll have a job down the line? 

While your politicians are vying for your love, we shift to other relationship news. The Volley on the Chris and Joe show. 

Why doesn’t it matter if there really is or isn’t a list at this point?

The Department of Justice has said it won't release the details publicly, which has angered many Trump supporters, who say President Trump is breaking a campaign promise.

Arizonans are beginning to apply for property tax refunds under a new state law that aims to curb the local impacts of the homelessness crisis.

Why are so many people reluctant to jump into the housing market regardless of what the rate is? 

The hottest homes on the market aren't the showiest — they're the ones buyers can still afford, Realtor.com finds. 

One thing we have going for us in Arizona is our relative safety from natural disasters.  Sure, we have the high heat and wildfires are a problem in more rural areas, but we don’t have hurricanes, earthquakes, tornadoes, blizzards, etc... That makes us an ideal place for tech investments. The trouble is, all those data centers use a ton of power.  Can APS and SRP keep up?

Amazon Prime Days are behind you and many of us are getting our packages this week.  Which means, this is buyer’s remorse and return week.  What if you can’t return that package though and you are stuck with it?

Why are so many people reluctant to jump into the housing market regardless of what the rate is?

Unused education vouchers, which primarily go to high-income families, continue to skyrocket while funding for Arizona public schools is among the worst in U.S.

Controversial marriage advise and why you should not leave pets outside. 

The U.S. started imposing tariffs by letter to a variety of countries, pairing new rates with an explicit warning that even those could change at any time.

Why haven’t we seen price spikes on the shelves in light of all the doomsday predictions about tariffs? 

It’s not a new job search hack, but far too many people aren’t using it.  You really want that next great gig, follow my advice. What’s the worst that could happen?

Why are homeowners getting a rude awakening after selling their homes that is costing them THOUSANDS???

Side hustling is seemingly American as apple pie, with over one in four (27 percent) American adults taking on side jobs in addition to their full-time occupation, according to Bankrate’s most recent Side Hustle Survey. 

Why are homeowners getting a rude awakening after selling their homes?

The floods that barreled through Central Texas have devesated many. KTAR Reporter Heidi Hommel joins Chris and Joe to dicuss how this disaster transpired, and if there is any chance for flooding of that magnitude to occur here in Phoenix 

Phoenix PD's new chief Matt Giordano has many asking if he's up to the task. What does he need to do to let us know he is the right guy for the job? Have you ever injured yourself playing sports? You'll have your answers to these questions and more on today's Healine Volley

The devastating flash floods in Central Texas have taken many lives, with Texas officials stating that the death toll could reach past 200. Chris and Joe look into what casused this disaster, the publics's reaction, and ask KTAR's Heidi Hommel if Phoenix has possibility of flooding the same way

Why do teen violence incidents keep happening, especially in the East Valley?

With the 'Gilbert Goons' being arrested more than a year ago, many would assume teen violence in the Valley would see a decline. Chris and Joe explore why this hasn't been the case, dig into some recent stories in the East Valley and look into some issues with Gilbert PD

Phoenix is moving forward with their plans to reinstall red light cameras at dangerous intersections. 

TSA will allow passangers to keep their shoes on during screening. 

If you’ve listened to all of today’s show, you know we’ve been talking safety.  Road safety, air safety and our Headline Volley follows that theme. You’re going to learn about oral safety and why none of it really matters because science already knows when the end of days will hit us.

Why would lawmakers deny themselves a possible revenue source?

The Tempe City Council has passed an ordinance that would require events with 30 or more people to have a permit and pay a $25 fee.

Chris and Joe talk Gen z crashing out and an unusual bee attack in the headline Volley.

42% of Americans don’t know who the colonists declared their independence from.

Chris and Joe discuss why teenagers are entering one of the toughest summer job markets in recent years.

Why is progress on developing a work/life balance about to shift into reverse?

Confidence in Arizona Democratic Party Chair Robert Branscomb II among top Democrats is evaporating as his executive board issued a formal censure against him.

Cruising into the Fourth of July and for many of you, you’ll want to take in a big summer blockbuster.  You’re going to want to bring your credit card and maybe a home equity line of credit, though, after you hear how much concessions at one movie are setting people back.  The fantastic fourth sticker shock is next in our headline volley.

Why are people in every party, but especially Democrats and Independents not feeling the patriotic pride this 4th of July?

Why are people in every party, but especially Democrats and Independents not feeling the patriotic pride this 4th of July?

What will Phoenix look and feel like 10 years from now?

Whether it’s shopping for clothes, shoes, or makeup online or even a burrito, the rise of buy now, pay later is real.

Why are younger adults redefining success and shifting their focus from wealth to health?

Wealth, status and occupation are no longer the gold standard when it comes to defining success for adults who have yet to reach middle age

A group of 10 and 11-year-old girls is accused of devising a plan to kill a boy at school. Documents said the friends devised the plan during lunch and recess on Oct. 1, 2024.

So what do we do about all this? If you’re a parent, what the heck do you say to your kid who just wanted to stab a classmate or planned to drop a suicide note near his deceased body? We’ll talk with our licensed family therapist about it on the Chris and Joe show.

It was toasty over the weekend, not toasty enough to keep a family of 11 off a closed South Mountain trail. We’ll tackle what happened to them next in the  headline Volley.