Has Phoenix been dragging its feet on cleaning up the Zone homeless camp? Jim Sharpe agrees with a local judge who says yes — and set a hard deadline for the city.

On this day in 1915, Stonehenge was purchased. the monument is believed to be built between 2,000 BC-3,000 BC.

The Arizona State Fair's opening weekend is tomorrow! Jim and Jayme are joined by KTAR Reporter Jim Cross and the State Fair's Brianda Martinez and Jen Yee as they try some of the new food options!

Maricopa County Sheriff, Paul Penzone, joins Arizona's Morning News to talk about his department's new K9 unit, the homeless crisis in downtown Phoenix and more. 

A new ruling requires the City of Phoenix to finish clearing out the homeless camp known as the Zone by November 4th. KTAR Reporter Jim Cross joins the show to talk about what state lawmakers have said about the encampment. 

The Biden Administration is granting hundreds of thousands of Venezuelans migrants temporary legal status to make it easier for them to work. 

Statistics show "The Great Resignation" may be over for America — but Jim Sharpe says it's still alive in Arizona, and a lot of people are creatively quitting. 

On this day in 2001, President Bush launched America's war on terror. 

The Valley's average gas price is at $4.98, with Scottsdale at $5.07. KTAR Reporter Jim Cross joins us to talk about how long the numbers will stay this high. 

Pollster Mike Noble joins the show to talk about the amount of money going towards political ads for the 2024 election. Spending increased by $300 million dollars, a 64% jump from the last election cycle. 

According to a new study by WalletHub, Arizona had a 3.6% resignation rate over the last month, the second highest in the nation. 

When a fire truck collides with a delivery truck, who's to blame? Jim Sharpe's not sure — but based on his own observations, he has some theories.

On this day in 1960, the Twist was introduced to America. The dance move swept the nation, even being called the biggest hit of the 60s by Billboard.

A $10 million dollar federal grant is going towards new trees in Phoenix. The trees will provide additional shade and help to cool the city down.

Turf Paradise is shutting its doors after hosting live horse racing and simulcasting in the Valley since 1956. 

It smarts, but Jim Sharpe's taking Sunday's meltdown by the Arizona Cardinals in stride. He's a Cardinals' fan — and that means he's experienced waaay worse.

On this day in 1947 the CIA was formed. The agency was created by the National Security Act signed by President Harry Truman. 

John Fabbricatore, a former ICE Field Director, joins the show to talk about the conditions at our Southern border and what he saw in terms of migrant numbers. 

Since sports betting became legal in Arizona in 2021, Arizonans have spent more than $11 billion dollars in wagers. 

The Arizona Cardinals lost to the New York Giants 31-28 after blowing a 20-point halftime lead yesterday. KTAR Reporter Jim Cross joins the show to talk about the team's performance. 

Some people (who even have no problem living near scorpions and mountain lions) HATE rattlesnakes... and we suggest they don't listen to this commentary from Jim Sharpe.

On this day in 1997 Google.com was first registered as a domain. The most-used search engine in the world made $95 billion dollars in ads in 2017. 

The United Auto Workers Union is on strike after failing to secure a deal with three major U.S. auto companies. A Valley economist says Arizona could see the economic effects of the strike lasts longer than a week.

Phoenix City Councilman Jim Waring joins the show to talk about Valley Metro and Phoenix Police's joint effort to decrease the amount of assaults on the light rail. 

We might have seen the last of temperatures over 110, but the heat is still causing deaths in the Valley. 

A man thought he found three rattlesnakes in his Mesa home, but when the snake removal company arrived they found 20 snakes near the man's water heater. 

Inflation has slowed in the Valley but Jim Sharpe's not ready to celebrate "Bidenomics" — because inflation's still bad on too many essentials and too much damage has already been done.

Learn about the origins of the "Star Spangled Banner," written in 1814, on today's KTAR Timeline. 

LeAnn Hull, founder and CEO of Andy Hull's Sunshine Foundation, joins Arizona's Morning News to discus Suicide Awareness Month and keeping an eye out for those in your life who may be at risk.

The August Consumer Price Index shows 3.7 percent for Phoenix's inflation rate, the same as the national average, but doesn't show a ton of relief for consumer goods like groceries. 

KTAR's Balin Overstolz-McNair joins Arizona's Morning News to discuss last night's community meeting in Scottsdale, over the debate on a hotel that would house homeless families and veterans. 

Jim Sharpe knows that the money from another big drug company settlement won't fix our opioid crisis. There's one person to blame - and until that person changes - nothing will.

On this day in 1969, Scooby Doo and his crew were introduced to the world. 

Opioid overdose numbers are rising even though prescription opioid pill numbers are dropping in the U.S. 

A flash flood warning in Maricopa County is just part of the recent storm surge that hit Phoenix, though Sky Harbor's rainfall remains pretty low from recent years.

A fake Valley psychiatrist is going to prison — but Jim Sharpe says the sweet plea deal she got suggests that prosecutors in her case might want to see a (real) shrink. 

On this day in 1981 the Smurfs debuted on television.

Arizona Congressman Ruben Gallego joins us to discuss his recent letter asking the Biden Administration about federal funding for Arizona's border communities.

Congressman Ruben Gallego recently wrote a letter to the Department of Homeland Security, questioning how federal funding is allocated to cities across the country. Gallego is also planning to run for Senate in the 2024 elections.  

Dr. Pamela Robinson operated as a West Valley psychiatrist for nearly a year before she was caught faking her credentials and training. She was later revealed to be Pamela O’Guinn, a repeat criminal with nine previous felony convictions.

22 years after Sept. 11, 2001, Jim Sharpe (who covered the Iraq War) asks if what we've done since 9-11 will keep us safe. 

Today marks 22 years since the attacks of 9/11. 

Rick Hardina with Honor flight AZ joins us to talk their 100th flight and what the experience is like for the WWII, Vietnam, and Korean War veterans who get to see their memorials.

It's been 22 years since the attacks of 9/11. KTAR Reporter Jim Cross joins the show to reflect on that day and what it was like to watch the events unfold. 

Multiple heat records were broken over the weekend, with Sunday breaking the date's all-time high while also marking the 55th day of temperatures over 110 degrees this year. 

Vince Marotta with Arizona Sports joins the show to talk about the Cardinal's 16-20 loss to the Washington Commanders yesterday. 

What's a "granny flat?" Can it solve our housing affordability issue? Jim Sharpe tries to answer those questions and then asks: Why wasn't I allowed to build one before?

On this day in 1966, Star Trek was released. The sci-fi show is about a starship lead by Captain Kirk and is now considered to be one of the most popular science fiction shows ever. 

Beth Brady with Solari Health joins the show to talk Suicide Awareness Month and how to help those who may be having thoughts of suicide. 

The Arizona Cardinals are set to play the Washington Commanders this Sunday as the season begins. KTAR Reporter Jim Cross joins the show to give us a preview.