Mike Broomhead is an influential thought leader covering the biggest issues in Arizona along with newsmakers from all over the state.

Mike talks about one of the most mysterious disasters in U-S maritime history occurred when the SS Edmund Fitzgerald sank in Lake Superior.

The Cardinals had another tough loss against Seattle, can they salvage their season? We talked to Arizona Sports' Ron Wolfley about it.

The superintendent says thousands of Arizona teacher jobs are vacant and recent bonds and overrides had mixed success.

The US Senate has made a vote moving the shutdown forward, will it really end?

In today's episode of "did you hear this", we hear the story of the mean name heard around the world.

How critical is the water source from the CAP/SRP project? We talked to Director of Research at the Kyl Center for Water Policy about its importance.

It's time for "dinner with a cop", we talked to the Phoenix PD on everything you need to know to participate.

The Pat Tillman Foundation stays strong through its scholars. We had the pleasure of talking to a Tillman scholar, Tyrus Korecki about what the foundation means to him and his career.

Elon gets paid and another mother of the year award.

President trump is making moves on critical minerals and we play a game of environmentalism or activism.

Big problems are being felt at the nations biggest airports, including Sky Harbor.

In today's episode of "did you hear this", we find out what board game is Mike's favorite.

It's the 22nd Year of the Desert Dog K9 Trials & Public Safety Expo, at WestWorld, November 8th & 9th, produced by the Arizona Law Enforcement Canine Association. We talked to ALECA President Tony Sanborn about the event.

How important are canine officers to public safety?

The board recently voted against a new railroad project in the area of Wittman, we find out why the vote was a no.

The FAA announced cuts to flights, what's next for the government shutdown?

Trump makes a call for the filibuster and Bernie Sanders criticizes leadership.

What's going on with the chamber and issues facing the Valley. We talked to the man himself, CEO of the AZ Chamber, Danny Seiden all about the latest topics.

In today's "did you hear this". Patricia has a crazy story of mistaken death identity.

Have you had the chance to have a listen to the podcast?

Are public schools failing? We talked to Beth Lewis from Love Our Schools about why some seem to be struggling.

Payroll rises more than expected but is the housing market in a recession?

We talked to Mark Lamb about his feelings after being endorsed by President Trump for Arizona's Congressional District 5.

The Pat Tillman Foundation is strong in the Valley through its scholars. We get the pleasure of talking to Hyejung Park in studio about what the foundation means to her.

Behind the scenes talks are pointing to the government opening up soon, we hope.

The number of failing schools more than doubles in Arizona.

How one of the Valley's homeless shelters coping during the government shutdown.

With the government shutdown, many places are struggling to stay afloat. We talked to the head of St. Vincent de Paul about how they're doing it and what they need.

It's time for the "Bird's Eye View" with Arizona Sports' Ron Wolfley. The Cardinals beat the Cowboys at Dallas, what was different about the game that broke the losing streak?

More than 1/3 of young Americans now believe political violence is justified.

Bipartisan talks are happening behind the scenes and the government could reopen by this week, we hope.

The Treasury secretary says government cuts are keeping us from a recession and inflation remains lower than expected.

With almost 30 lawsuits against the Trump administration, AG Mayes tells us what her arguments are all about.

Arizona Attorney General joined us in studio today while breaking news happens on her lawsuits.

Is violence on the rise or are we just seeing it more on social medias?

After a lawsuit potentially saved SNAP, when can we expect to see the benefits come back?

Safety experts say wearing face paint or makeup instead of masks is more safe on Halloween.

Experts say Halloween has the highest number of pedestrian fatalities. Why?

SNAP benefits expire in less than 24 hours. Will it take a nuclear action to open the government?

Which districts are involved in the EVIT lawsuit?

The president announced he's made a trade deal with China overnight

APS stops by the studio with a new announcment

A new plant is coming to the Valley. We talked to Jacob Tetlow, APS Executive VP who had all the details.

The Head Start childcare program is at risk of losing funding due to the ongoing government shutdown

Governor Hobbs has earmarked $1.8 million to help Arizonans with food assistance

A bus carrying infected lab monkeys crashed in Mississippi. Patricia talks about it in today's episode of "did you hear this?"