Arizona's Morning News

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.

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Back on this day in 1935, the Monopoly board game went on sale for the first time

Back on this day in 1935, the Monopoly board game went on sale for the first time. Since going on sale, Monopoly has become a staple in pop culture, having been licensed in more than 113 countries and printed in more than 46 languages.

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Feb 6, 2026 8:19 AM
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Ron Wolfley, co-host of The Wolf & Luke Show on Arizona Sports

The Seattle Seahawks take on the New England Patriots in Super Bowl LX on Sunday. Maybe you aren’t caught up on sports but are heading to a party to catch the game. Don’t worry. Ron Wolfley, co-host of “The Wolf & Luke Show” on Arizona Sports, has a game plan to help you prepare for Sunday.

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Feb 6, 2026 7:54 AM
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Colton Krolak, KTAR reporter

The WM Phoenix Open is underway in Scottsdale. KTAR reporter Colton Krolak joined from the opening gates to explain what to expect this year.

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Feb 6, 2026 7:20 AM
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Chuck Todd, political analyst

In Minneapolis 700 ICE agents are being with drawn, Trump is launched the Trump Rx website and DHS is the center of another congressional battle. To breakdown the latest political headlines, Political Analyst Chuck Todd joins.

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Feb 6, 2026 7:12 AM
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Caleb Silver, editor in chief of Investopedia

Tech stocks seem to be falling as bitcoin plunges. Caleb Silver, editor in chief of Investopedia, joins to explain why.

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Feb 6, 2026 6:21 AM
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Back on this day in 1971 Apollo 14 astronauts walked on the moon

Back on this day in 1971 Apollo 14 astronauts walked on the moon. This was the third time astronauts landed on the moon.

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Feb 5, 2026 8:19 AM
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Heidi Hommel, KTAR reporter

A vigil was held in Tucson Wednesday night to bring the community together as the search for Nancy Guthrie continues. Heidi Hommel, KTAR reporter, joins to give the lastest details on the case and talk about what she saw at the vigil.

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Feb 5, 2026 6:52 AM
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Greg Halvorson, Crossroads director

Overdose deaths in Maricopa County are on the rise, depsite a nation decline seen. Crossroads Director Greg Halvorson joins to explain why.

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Feb 5, 2026 6:30 AM
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Brad Garrett, ABC News crime and terrorism analyst

FBI Director Kash Patel is headed to Tucson to help with the investigation of Nancy Guthrie, who has been missing since Sunday. Brad Garrett, ABC News crime and terrorism analyst, explains possible motives and why the crime hasn't been solved yet.

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Feb 5, 2026 5:22 AM
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Back on this day in 2004 Mark Zuckerberg launched Facebook

Back on this day in 2004 Mark Zuckerberg launched Facebook. The Harvard sophomore launched the social media platform to connect with more people.

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Feb 4, 2026 8:19 AM
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Jim Sharpe celebrates 15 years of sobriety

Jim Sharpe has always been advocate for sobriety and seeking help. Fifteen years ago today, Sharpe got sober after struggling with alcohol abuse. He continues to urge anyone struggling to seek help.

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Feb 4, 2026 7:52 AM
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Sasha Pezenik, ABC investigative reporter

A recent trend concerns the Department of Homeland Security: Intimate partners are increasingly using chemical and biological toxins to harm or kill each other. ABC investigative reporter Sasha Pezenik joins the show to discuss why.

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Feb 4, 2026 7:44 AM
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Kimberly Winson, clinical professor and director of the ASU Division of Real Estate

A Georgetown University study shows that 58% of the houses built since 2010 have been four bedrooms or more, but half of the apartments built in that time have been one bedrooms or studios. Kimberly Winson, clinical professor and director of ASU's division of real estate joins to explain what this means for Phoenix.

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Feb 4, 2026 7:39 AM
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Heidi Hommel, KTAR reporter

Nancy Guthrie is still missing, and the case is now considered a criminal investigation. Several media outlets have reported receiving ransom notes, which were turned over to authorities. KTAR reporter Heidi Hommel joins us with the latest details.

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Feb 4, 2026 5:51 AM
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Back on this day 1995 American astronaut Eileen Collins was the first female to pilot a space shuttle

Back on this day 1995 American astronaut Eileen Collins was the first female to pilot a space shuttle. She was selected as an astronaut in 1990.

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Feb 3, 2026 8:22 AM
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Dave Folio, Scottsdale Fire captain

The WM Phoenix Open tees off this week. Capt. Dave Folio of the Scottsdale Fire Department joins to explain how to stay safe and have fun.

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Feb 3, 2026 6:55 AM
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Tim Werth, tech editor at Mashable

It's Tech Tuesday — and this week Tim Werth, tech editor at Mashable, talks about Moltbook being the social media platform for AI agents, the iPhone Flip and Epstein being blocked from Xbox Live and several other platforms.

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Feb 3, 2026 6:22 AM
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Jim Ryan, ABC News correspondent

The launch of Artemis II was postponed another month after some technical concerns. Jim Ryan, ABC News correspondent, explains why it was postponed and what the mission around the moon would entail.

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Feb 3, 2026 5:46 AM
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Back on this day in 1887, Groundhog Day is celebrated for the first time

Back on this day in 1887, Groundhog Day is celebrated for the first time. 

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Feb 2, 2026 8:18 AM
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Erik Moses, executive director and CEO of the Fiesta Sports Foundation

The organization behind the Fiesta Bowl is launching a new event dedicated to women's flag football. To discuss the event is the executive director and CEO of the Fiesta Sports Foundation, Erik Moses

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Feb 2, 2026 6:21 AM
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Evan Taylor, associate professor of economics at U of A

President Trump has announced Kevin Warsh be the next Federal Reserve Chair, replacing Jerome Powell at the conclusion of his term. And the latest jobs report data showed jobs in Arizona as being stable. To talk about these money stories on Money Monday is Evan Taylor, associate professor of economics at the University of Arizona. 

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Feb 2, 2026 5:50 AM
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Dan Bickley, host of Bickley & Marotta mornings on Arizona Sports 98.7 FM

The Cardinals have found their head coach in Mike LaFleur, who most recently was offensive coordinator for the Los Angeles Rams. Dan Bickley, host of "Bickley and Marotta" mornings on Arizona Sports 98.7 FM joins the show to break down the move and talk about what else we can expect from the Red Birds this offseason. 

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Feb 2, 2026 5:22 AM
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Back on this day in 1961 "I Fall to Pieces" by Patsy Cline was released

Back on this day in 1961 "I Fall to Pieces" by Patsy Cline was released. The country artist was unable to perform the song at its peak because she was in a near fatal car accident.

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Jan 30, 2026 8:38 AM
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Chuck Todd, political analyst

Chuck Todd, political analyst, joins the show to talk about the potential partial government shutdown, Immigration and Customs Enforcement reform and the possibility of impeaching Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem.

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Jan 30, 2026 6:51 AM
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Greg Stanton, U.S. Congressman for Arizona

Several Democrats are calling for the impeachment of Secretary of Homeland Security Kristi Noem after the fatal ICE-involved shooting of Alex Pretti. U.S. Rep. Greg Stanton is among those calling for her to step down. He joins to explain why.

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Jan 30, 2026 6:45 AM
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