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Arizona's Morning News
Start your morning off right with Arizona's Morning News. You'll be informed with the very latest on what's going on in the Valley, Arizona, nation and throughout the world. Jim Sharpe is a native Arizonan. LaDona Harvey brings decades of experience. Tune in weekdays 5-8 a.m. on 92.3FM, on the KTAR News app, at KTAR.com or on the KTAR YouTube channel.
Episodes
Arizona's Morning NewsBack on this day in 19991, Nirvana released "Smells Like Teen Spirit"
Back on this day in 19991, Nirvana released "Smells Like Teen Spirit". The single became a critical and commercial success, launching the band into stardom.
Arizona's Morning NewsBob Woolfe, Phoenix Suns gorilla
Bob Woolfe, the former Phoenix Suns gorilla, joined Arizona's Morning News to talk about his 33-year-career and being inducted into the World Acrobatics…
Arizona's Morning NewsKate Gallego, Phoenix Mayor
Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego joins Arizona's Morning News to talk about the 25th anniversary of 9/11, if the city uses flock cameras, and the trade war with…
Arizona's Morning NewsBrad Garrett, ABC's Crime & Terrorism analyst
Brad Garrett, ABC's Crime & Terrorism analyst, joined Arizona's Morning News to talk about the lingering presence of 9/11 in our lives.
Arizona's Morning NewsBack on this day in 1850, California became the 31st state.
Back on this day in 1850, California became the 31st state. California became a state in record time, without going through the formal territorial stage.
Arizona's Morning NewsDave Biscobing, ABC15 reporter
Dave Biscobing, ABC15 reporter, joined Arizona’s Morning News to talk about the South Phoenix “Let’s Talk” town hall event, focused on…
Arizona's Morning NewsShannon Kingston, ABC State Department correspondent
Shannon Kingston, ABC's State Department correspondent, joined Arizona’s Morning News to talk about the United States military striking multiple Iranian…
Arizona's Morning NewsJohn Cohen, former Undersecretary for Intelligence at DHS
John Cohen, former Undersecretary for Intelligence at DHS, joined Arizona's Morning News to talk about the 25th anniversary of 9/11 and the possibility of…
Arizona's Morning NewsBack on this day in 1986, the Oprah Winfrey show was broadcasted live for the first time
Back on this day in 1986, the Oprah Winfrey show was broadcasted live for the first time. Oprah would go on to become one of the most famous TV personalities…
Arizona's Morning NewsLori Bustamante, Maricopa County Judge
Lori Bustamante, a Maricopa County Judge, joined Arizona's Morning News to talk about Project Restore, where juveniles can apply to destroy their records.
Arizona's Morning NewsJim Ryan, ABC News correspondent
Jim Ryan, ABC News correspondent, joined Arizona's Morning News to talk about America's historic veteran suicide rate. According to Military.com, roughly 61%…
Arizona's Morning NewsTim Werth, Mashable tech editor - Tech Tuesday
Mashable tech editor, Tim Werth, joined Arizona's Morning News to talk about Apple's new "Surprise and Shine" iPhone event, and a chief scientist warns no one…
Arizona's Morning NewsBack on this day in 2002, Kelly Clarkson become the first American idol
Back on this day in 2002, Kelly Clarkson become the first American idol. For winning, Clarkson was awarded a recording contract and would go on to sell…
Arizona's Morning NewsDavid Iversen, South32 KTAR Exclusive
KTAR's David Iversen was the only reporter at the South32 Hermosa mine in Patagonia this week. He witnessed the ceremonial signing of the nation's first mining…
Arizona's Morning NewsAndy Biggs, Republican nominee for governor
Andy Biggs, Republican nominee for governor, joined Arizona's Morning News to talk about his ticket in the governor's race.
Arizona's Morning NewsChuck Todd, Political Analyst
Political analyst Chuck Todd joined Arizona's Morning News to talk about our governors race and the possibility of states losing funding if undocumented…
Arizona's Morning NewsSoo Youn, ABC Business Reporter
Soo Youn, ABC's Business Reporter, joined Arizona's Morning News to give us a closer look at the historic Meta settlement, and how Meta could ultimately…
Arizona's Morning NewsBack on this day in 2009, family and friends paid their last respects to Michael Jackson.
Back on this day in 2009, family and friends paid their last respects to Michael Jackson. His funeral took place at the Staples Center in Los Angeles.
Arizona's Morning NewsStephen Schork, Principal and Editor for The Schork Group
Stephen Schork, Principal and Editor for The Schork Group, joined Arizona’s Morning News to talk about Chevron announcing a $7 billion investment to…
Arizona's Morning NewsJim Ryan, ABC News Correspondent
ABC's Jim Ryan joined Arizona's Morning News to talk about the beginning of Labor Day travel. TSA is expecting to screen more than 17 million passengers.
Arizona's Morning NewsBack on this day in 1969, the first ATM made it's public debut.
Back on this day in 1969, the first ATM made it's public debut. Earlier versions existed in 1967 in other countries.
Arizona's Morning NewsSine Kerr, former Arizona State Senator
Sine Kerr, former Arizona State Senator, joined Arizona's Morning News to talk about beef prices, Arizona water issues, data centers, and her ticket with Andy…
Arizona's Morning NewsMark Eastin, Detention Operation Manager at the Superior Court of Arizona
Mark Eastin, Detention Operation Manager at the Superior Court of Arizona, joined Arizona's Morning News to talk about the ASU room at the Durango Juvenile…
Arizona's Morning NewsJohn Cohen, former Undersecretary for Intelligence at DHS
John Cohen, former Undersecretary for Intelligence at DHS, joined Arizona's Morning News to talk about the top northern command general sending a warning about…
Arizona's Morning NewsBack on this day in 1984, Tina Turner reached #1 on the singles chart with "What's Love Got To Do With It"
Back on this day in 1984, Tina Turner reached #1 on the singles chart with "What's Love Got To Do With It". Turner also became the oldest solo famel artist to…
Arizona's Morning NewsShira Tanzer, KTAR Education Reporter
Shira Tanzer, KTAR's education reporter, joined Arizona's Morning News to talk about the man up fellowship program.
Arizona's Morning NewsTravis Mills, Community Spotlight
For this month's KTAR Community Spotlight, we are focusing on the Travis Mills Foundation sponsored by Bright Wealth Management. The Travis Mills Foundation…
Arizona's Morning NewsTravis Mills, Community Spotlight
For this month's KTAR Community Spotlight, we are focusing on the Travis Mills Foundation sponsored by Bright Wealth Management. The Travis Mills Foundation…
Arizona's Morning NewsRandi Wyborn, DPS Trooper
DPS Trooper Randi Wyborn joined Arizona's Morning News to talk about traffic deaths in Arizona decreasing for the third straight year.
Arizona's Morning NewsTim Werth, Mashable tech editor - Tech Tuesday
Mashable tech editor, Tim Werth, joined Arizona's Morning News to talk about a man accused of posing as an NFL plater to scam women also tricking AI, NASA's…
Arizona's Morning NewsBack on this day in 1997, Princess Diana died in a car accident.
Back on this day in 1997, Princess Diana died in a car accident. She was 36 years old.
Arizona's Morning NewsJim Ryan, ABC News correspondent
Jim Ryan, ABC News correspondent, joined Arizona's Morning News to talk about Republicans planning on hosting a convention during a midterm year, breaking…
Arizona's Morning NewsEvan Taylor, Associate Professor of Economics at the University of Arizona
Evan Taylor, Associate Professor of Economics at the University of Arizona, joined Arizona's Morning News to talk about Fed Chair Kevin Warsh expressing…
Arizona's Morning NewsMike Dobuski, ABC News Technology Reporter
ABC News' technology reporter, Mike Dobuski, joined Arizona's Morning News to talk about what cars are being affected by the trade war with Canada.
Arizona's Morning NewsChuck Todd, Political Analyst
Political analyst, Chuck Todd, joins Arizona's Morning News to talk about the trade war with Canada, Trump wanting to rename the Kennedy Center, and more.
Arizona's Morning NewsMichael LeVault, Youngtown Mayor
Youngtown Mayor, Michael Lavault, joins Arizona's Morning News to talk about how his town is accepting Flock cameras.
Arizona's Morning NewsRich Frankel, Former FBI Special Agent in Charge
Former FBI Special Agent in Charge, Rich Frankel, joins Arizona's Morning News to talk about how top companies are warning that AI is just months away from…
Arizona's Morning NewsBack on this day in 1963, Martin Luther King Jr had a dream...
Back on this day in 1963, Martin Luther King Jr had a dream... KTAR Timeline is brought to you by Beatitudes Campus.
Arizona's Morning NewsBack on this day in 1965, the Beatles met Elvis Presley.
Back on this day in 1965, the Beatles met Elvis Presley. This would be the first and only meeting between the two musical icons.
Arizona's Morning NewsTim Courchaine, U.S. Attorney for Arizona
U.S. Attorney for Arizona, Tim Courchaine, joins Arizona’s Morning News to talk about a recent joint effort with Columbian officials against human…
Arizona's Morning NewsKimberly Winson, Clinical Professor & Director of the ASU Division of Real Estate
Clinical Professor & Director of the ASU Division of Real Estate and the Executive Director of the International Real Estate Society, Kimberly Winson, joins…
Arizona's Morning NewsBrad Garrett, ABC News Crime & Terrorism Analyst
ABC's Crime and Terrorism Analyst, Brad Garrett, joins Arizona's Morning News to talk about Iran using criminal gangs to target exiled dissidents, journalists…
Arizona's Morning NewsBack on this day in 1978, Frankie Valli's "Grease" reached #1 on the Billboard Hot 100
Back on this day in 1978, Frankie Valli's "Grease" reached #1 on the Billboard Hot 100. Paramount Pictures took a gamble on the small musical, and came up with…
Arizona's Morning NewsMike Broomhead, Host of the Mike Broomhead Show
Host of the Mike Broomhead Show, Mike Broomhead, joined Arizona's Morning News to talk about last night's AZ Police Association forum, which he moderated.
Arizona's Morning NewsBarry Markson, KTAR Legal Analyst
KTAR legal analyst, Barry Markson, joined Arizona's Morning News to explain the Supreme Court ruling on Trump's mail-in ballots executive order.
Arizona's Morning NewsBrian DeGanahl, President of the Arizona Cattle Growers Association
Brian DeGanahl, President of the Arizona Cattle Growers Association, joined Arizona's Morning News to talk about the Trump administration potentially importing…
Arizona's Morning NewsBack on this day in 1939, The Wizard of Oz opened in theatres
Back on this day in 1939, The Wizard of Oz opened in theatres. The film would go on to spawn two sequels.
Arizona's Morning NewsPhoenix Mayor Kate Gallego
Phoenix Mayor Kate Gallego joined Arizona's Morning News to talk about the two Phoenix PD officers arrested, Colorado River water cuts, and the city's cooling…
Arizona's Morning NewsTim Werth, Mashable tech editor - Tech Tuesday
For this weeks episode of Tech Tuesday, Mashable tech editor Tim Werth joined Arizona's Morning to talk about New Zealand being the latest country banning…
Arizona's Morning NewsBack on this day in 2006, Pluto was demoted to a dwarf planet.
Back on this day in 2006, Pluto was demoted to a dwarf planet.
Arizona's Morning NewsStephen Schork, principal and editor for The Schork Group
Principal and editor for The Schork Group, Stephen Schork, joins Arizona’s Morning News to talk about where fuel prices will go with refineries running…
Arizona's Morning NewsEvan Taylor, Associate Professor of Economics at the University of Arizona
Evan Taylor, Associate Professor of Economics at the University of Arizona, joined Arizona's Morning News to talk about the U.S. national debt and a new…
Arizona's Morning NewsShannon Kingston, ABC State Department correspondent
Shannon Kingston, ABC State Department correspondent, joined Arizona's Morning News to talk about Canada declaring retaliatory tariffs on the United States.
Arizona's Morning NewsBack on this day in 2017, Jerry Lewis passed away.
Back on this day in 2017, Jerry Lewis passed away. Lewis was famously known for being the king of comedy.
Arizona's Morning NewsDavid Schweikert, Arizona Congressman
Congressman David Schweikert joined Arizona's Morning News to talk about the national debt hitting $40 trillion.
Arizona's Morning NewsBrad Garrett, ABC's Crime & Terrorism analyst
Brad Garrett, ABC's Crime & Terrorism analyst, joined Arizona's Morning News to talk about the ongoing Meta trial and how social media is hurting the younger…
Arizona's Morning NewsBack on this day in 1967, "All You Need is Love" hit #1 on the Billboard charts
Back on this day in 1967, "All You Need is Love" hit #1 on the Billboard charts. The hit single was written by John Lennon.
Arizona's Morning NewsJohn Cohen, former Undersecretary for Intelligence at DHS
John Cohen, former Undersecretary for Intelligence at DHS, joined Arizona's Morning News to talk about the national crime rate decreasing, and all the Flock…
Arizona's Morning NewsBack on this day in 1987, American Rock Band Released Slippery When Wet
Back on this day in 1987, Bon Jovi released Slippery When Wet. It became the billboard top selling album that year.
Arizona's Morning NewsTim Harrison, VP of Corporate Partnerships, Special Events & Grants Philosophy for the Phoenix Children’s Hospital
Tim Harrison, VP of Corporate Partnerships, Special Events & Grants Philosophy for the Phoenix Children’s Hospital, joined Arizona's Morning News to talk…