To talk about Arizona’s newest Supreme Court justice, changes in the governor’s office and more are Barrett Marson of Marson Media and Democratic strategist Tony Cani.

Gov. Katie Hobbs has appointed her first Arizona Supreme Court justice. Our Friday NewsCap panelists analyze that and the rest of the week’s top stories. And, our Chef Talk series continues with a James Beard Award nominee and "Chopped" winner. That and more on The Show.

If you spent two years behind bars for something you don’t think was a crime, how would you feel about it? We meet a recently pardoned Jan. 6 rioter who is plotting his next move. Plus, what rights do undocumented immigrants have as ICE raids pick up?

One of the biggest Medicaid fraud scandals in Arizona history has now resulted in a class action lawsuit. New reporting shows the sober living scheme resulted in dozens of deaths. Plus, one researcher sees problematic themes in a seemingly innocuous video game.

The Black history of Phoenix is often lost in the conversation around the fight for civil rights. We’ll hear how one historian is trying to change that through a century-old high school. Plus, how scientists say it’s a problem that there aren't any middle-aged aspen trees.

Scientists are trying to figure out the causes of — and treatments for — Alzheimer’s Disease. Find out about the role our gut health may play. Plus, new research shows pollution slows even the fastest runners down.

To talk about Andy Biggs pursuing a run for governor, Kris Mayes challenging Trump’s executive order on birthright citizenship and more, the Show sat down with Marcus Dell’Artino of First Strategic and former state lawmaker Aaron Lieberman.

A member of Arizona’s congressional delegation has taken the first step in running for governor. Our Friday NewsCap panelists analyze that and the rest of the week’s top stories. Plus, how the directors of a new Netflix series stripped the romance out of the Wild West.

President Donald Trump flipped several swing states from last election on his way to winning a second term. We’ll discuss the role independents played in that and other races. Plus, Poison Control says it's seeing more calls about unregulated hemp products.

Arizonans voted President Donald Trump back into office on the promise of mass deportations. But polling shows people here are not anti-immigrant. Plus, we’ll meet the Grand Canyon doctor who spent his career practicing medicine in one of the most threatening landscapes in the country.

We might assume that the Sonoran Desert is immune from the kinds of wildfires destroying LA. But research shows that was was once desert scrubland is now grassland that could burn. Plus, a new book questions Spotify’s claim that it is a music platform.

To talk about Gov. Hobbs’ State of the State speech, a proposal to make AZ elections more like Florida’s and more, The Show sat down with former lawmaker Regina Cobb and consultant Sam Richard.

The 2025 legislative session is open, with Arizona Gov. Hobbs delivering her State of the State address. Our Friday NewsCap panelists analyze that and the rest of the week’s top stories. Plus, one local band's new album is all about nostalgia for the Phoenix of the 1980s and ’90s.

Agriculture is a big industry in Arizona, but farmers are dealing with shortages of both water and workers. And some think the incoming administration could make that latter situation worse. Plus, why a former private school operator was surprised at the lack of state oversight. And singer-songwriter Ani DiFranco on the politics behind her percussi…

The Valley hasn’t seen measurable rainfall in months. We’ll hear how the worsening drought could affect our water supply. Plus, chronic absenteeism from school has only gotten worse since the pandemic for one population.

Scottsdale’s new mayor will take the oath of office later today, after defeating the incumbent in November. We’ll hear from Lisa Borowsky on housing, Axon and more. Plus, a preview of expected Republican efforts to slash funding for trans health care.

Monday is the opening day of the 2025 legislative session. The Show gets a preview of what to expect this year at the state Capitol. Plus, a new book claims the future of America will look a lot like the history of the Southwest.

On this Friday NewsCap, The Show discusses immigration bills, previews the Arizona legislative session which starts on Monday and more.

Maricopa County officials will take a look at the county’s election system — but say it’ll be different than the last audit. Our Friday NewsCap panelists analyze that and the rest of the week’s top stories. And, an Arizona crime writer on the seductions — and dangers — of Sedona's famous red rocks. That and more on The Show.…

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. wants to make America healthy again and is bringing vaccine skepticism to the mainstream. We’ll hear how wellness influencers from both the right and the left are coming to the same conclusion. Plus, the case for trauma-informed rehabilitation programs in prisons.

Mesa’s outgoing mayor has gotten attention both for growth in his city and for his aisle-crossing political endorsements. John Giles talks about his decade in the job. Plus, as more zoos are releasing their elephants to sanctuaries, why the Phoenix Zoo hasn't — yet.

It is winter in Arizona, but it doesn’t feel like it. We’ll hear why this warm and dry weather is what climate scientists have been warning about. Plus, how a Valley-based painter used denim to create subversive cowboy fantasies.

To talk about what’s to come on the political horizon in 2025 and how big national issues will hit home in Arizona, The Show sat down with Stacy Pearson of Lumen Strategies and Chuck Coughlin of HighGround.

2024 was a tumultuous year in Arizona politics. Our Friday NewsCap looks at what’s to come in 2025 and how issues from immigration to abortion will hit home here. Plus, the unexpected Jewish history of southern Arizona.

Birth rates have been on the decline for a number of years, both here in the U.S. and around the world. We’ll hear why the trend doesn’t apply to all parents. Plus, two authors share their video game obsessions and what we can learn from them. That and more on The Show.

KJZZ’s Friday NewsCap revisits some of the biggest stories of the week from Arizona and beyond. On this last Friday of 2024, we look back at some of the biggest political stories of the year — from the state capitol to the U.S. Capitol to the campaign trail.

To talk to about Sen. Kyrsten Sinema saying goodbye, Gov. Katie Hobbs wanting to do away with abortion reporting requirements and more, The Show sat down with former state Superintendent Jaime Molera.

KJZZ’s Friday NewsCap revisits some of the biggest stories of the week from Arizona and beyond.

To talk about some early bills for next year’s legislative session and more, The Show sat down with Doug Cole of HighGround and former state lawmaker Aaron Lieberman.

To talk about a settlement in the defamation lawsuit brought by Maricopa County Recorder Stephen Richer against Kari Lake, speculation already starting about the 2026 elections and more, The Show sat down with Matthew Benson of Veridus and Sam Richard of Consilium Consulting.

To talk about the resolution of some outstanding races, new leadership at the state Capitol and more, The Show sat down with Daniel Scarpinato of Winged Victory Agency and Stacy Pearson of Lumen Strategies.

To break down the trends in Arizona’s 2024 election results and discuss which races are still up in the air, The Show sat down with Gaelle Esposito of Creosote Partners and Highground’s Paul Bentz.

To talk about the home stretch of the 2024 election, the state being ordered to release a list of voters affected by a computer glitch and more, The Show sat down with Lorna Romero Ferguson of Elevate Strategies and former congressional staffer Roy Herrera.

To talk about the political visitors we’ve had in Arizona this week, a Cochise County Supervisor taking a plea deal and more, The Show sat down with Barrett Marson, CEO of Marson Media; and Reginald Bolding, a former state lawmaker.

To talk about the state GOP skipping an election night party, the fight over whether or not to release the list of names of voters affected by the MVD glitch and more, The Show sat down with Doug Cole of HighGround and Sam Richard of Consilium Consulting.

To talk about the presidential and vice presidential candidates campaigning in Arizona this week, the first and only debate between U.S. Senate hopefuls Ruben Gallego and Kari Lake and more are former state lawmaker Regina Cobb and Mike Haener of Lumen Strategies.

To talk about the upcoming retirement of a longtime Arizona congressman, Arizona connections in the case against former President Trump and more, The Show sat down with former state school superintendent Jaime Molera and former congressional staffer Roy Herrera.

To talk about Kamala Harris’ trip to the border, Gov. Hobbs getting a chance to name a state Supreme Court justice and more, The Show sat down with Matthew Benson of Veridus and former state lawmaker Aaron Lieberman.

Republican leaders are siding with the Democratic secretary of state when it comes to the status of 100,000 Arizona voters. Our Friday NewsCap takes on that and the rest of the week’s top stories. Plus, a collective of local flower growers is trying to bring back the market for local stems.

To talk about former President Donald Trump and Democratic VP nominee Tim Walz campaigning in Arizona, a court ruling in a legislative residency case and more, The Show sat down with Paul Bentz of HighGround and Democratic strategist Tony Cani.