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Homeschooling is gaining popularity in Arizona as families have access to state voucher funds. One local mom explains why she chose it for her kids and what she thinks of oversight on ESAs.

Hear all today’s stories in The Show podcast, available now!

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January 13, 2026 at 6:09 PM
Today is opening day for the Arizona Legislature, and Gov. Katie Hobbs will give her State of the State address this afternoon. The Show previews what to expect this year at the state Capitol.

This story and more in today's The Show podcast, available now!

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January 12, 2026 at 8:02 PM
It is officially New Year’s resolution season. Gen Z Show producer Amber Victoria Singer has been reflecting on one of her 2025 resolutions. 📱 www.kjzz.org/the-show/202...
January 9, 2026 at 8:12 PM
Hundreds held a vigil on Wednesday, Jan. 7, 2025, in from the ICE office in Phoenix to honor Renee Nicole Good, a 37-year-old woman who was fatally shot by an Immigration and Customs Enforcement officer in Minneapolis.

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January 8, 2026 at 3:27 AM
What is a nickname for the Grand Canyon?

a) The Big Dig
B) The Big Ditch
C) The Big Dizzy

Take this week's A to Z Quiz! www.kjzz.org/2024-10-25/a...
December 29, 2025 at 9:14 PM
Plans to develop a new terminal at Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport may take place sooner than expected.

Find out why: www.kjzz.org/business/202...
December 29, 2025 at 7:04 PM
A warm welcome to Piattelli Vineyards as they join the 2026 First Press Fine Wine Festival lineup!

Join us Feb. 21 at the Musical Instrument Museum in Phoenix for this event benefitting public radio! Get your end-of-year-priced tickets today: firstpressarizona.com
December 29, 2025 at 6:15 PM
We’re looking back at some of our favorite author interviews from the past year, including a book about how culinary mixing is creating new food cultures across the country.

Hear it all in today’s The Show podcast, available now!

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December 24, 2025 at 5:49 PM
We’re excited to welcome Laurel Glen Vineyard to the 2026 First Press Fine Wine Festival. 🥂

Enjoy an afternoon of wine, food and good company at the Musical Instrument Museum in Phoenix on Feb. 21

Take advantage of special holiday pricing while you still can firstpressarizona.com
December 19, 2025 at 8:35 PM
It’s been an eventful year in Arizona politics. Our Friday NewsCap panelists analyze the biggest stories of 2025. Plus, a cosmic Christmas playlist inspired by an obscure religious text.

These stories and more in today’s The Show podcast.

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December 19, 2025 at 8:26 PM
School boards are voting to close schools across metro Phoenix. Where are all the kids from those schools going? Plus, what’s in a name when it comes to a sports stadium or arena?

That and more in today's The Show podcast, available now!

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December 15, 2025 at 8:51 PM
Have you been paying attention to Arizona news this week?

Test your current-events smarts with a the Arizona News Quiz.

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December 13, 2025 at 12:08 AM
⏳ Mull it over, Radio Heads. The latest edition of The Show's weekly newsletter is out now! ➡️ conta.cc/4rXbNjW
December 11, 2025 at 10:48 PM
Tempe police found about 400 underage drinkers at Tempe Tavern in spring and fall dragnets. Now, authorities say a deadly hit-and-run is what sent investigators back en force.

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December 10, 2025 at 4:10 PM
There's still time to get your tickets for the Wait, Wait... Don't Tell Me! live show in Phoenix tomorrow night.

(Be sure to click on the Black Friday offer to get 2 for 1 tickets.)

➡️ www.ticketmaster.com/event/190063...
December 3, 2025 at 4:39 PM
It’s Cyber Monday! To celebrate, Wait, Wait... Don't Tell Me! tickets are priced 2 for 1!

🎟️ www.ticketmaster.com/event/190063...

(When you choose your tickets, just make sure you're selecting the "Black Friday Offer" — and you're in!)
December 1, 2025 at 6:13 PM
Wait Wait... Don't Tell Me! brings live show to Phoenix for the first time since 2014.

🎫 Get your tickets → www.ticketmaster.com/event/190063...
November 25, 2025 at 9:57 PM
We’re grateful for creators like Ian, who jumped into our Boot Camp and After-School Program ready to learn, explore and create!

When you make a donation to SPOT127, you’re helping students like Ian gain skills in media! And all donations are eligible for state tax credit!

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November 25, 2025 at 7:33 PM
Have you tried this week's A to Z Quiz?

Test your Arizona knowledge with a new quiz every Monday. (Come back Friday for the News Quiz!)

www.kjzz.org/2024-10-25/a...
November 24, 2025 at 6:24 PM
Looking for the perfect gift for the public radio fan in your life?
Wait Wait… Don’t Tell Me! tickets are on sale now!
🎫 Tickets → www.ticketmaster.com/event/190063...
November 21, 2025 at 10:12 PM
During his first countywide election, Maricopa County Recorder Justin Heap’s office rejected ballots at a rate nearly three times as high as seen in recent elections, causing alarm for some county leaders. www.kjzz.org/elections/20...
November 21, 2025 at 10:00 PM
Join Wait... Wait Don't Tell Me! panelists Luke Burbank, Shantira Jackson and Tig Notaro for a night of fun and laughs at Arizona Financial Theatre on Dec. 4.
🎫 Get your tickets → www.ticketmaster.com/event/190063...
November 20, 2025 at 8:11 PM
Hail on Wednesday near 75th Avenue and McDowell Road in Phoenix.
🎥 Mark Corbelli
November 20, 2025 at 5:07 PM
Do you have tickets for the Wait, Wait … Don’t Tell Me! Yet?
Join panelists Luke Burbank, Shantira Jackson and Tig Notaro at Arizona Financial Theatre on Dec. 4.
🎫 Tickets → www.ticketmaster.com/event/190063...
November 19, 2025 at 6:08 PM
Wait Wait... Don't Tell Me! is coming to Phoenix. Do you have your tickets yet?
🎫 www.ticketmaster.com/event/190063...
November 17, 2025 at 6:35 PM