Arizona's Morning News

Central Arizona Project, CAP, had a Colorado River roundtable Tuesday. Terry Goddard, CAP board president, joined the show to discuss the details. He says it was important to gather people across the state to address water disputes.

The Greer fire burning in eastern Arizona, has burned more than 7000 acres. Former Senior and Wildfire Reporter, Jim Cross, joined the show to talk about the latest details of this fire and why it has grown rapidly.

Back on this day in 1998 Frank Sinatra died. The iconic jazz singer from New Jersey had a career of more than five decades. 

On today's Sharper Point Commentary, Jim Sharpe talks about a newly signed Arizona law that requires age verification on pornographic sites. How does having access to pornography websites impact both adults and children? 

The Greer fire started yesterday morning and has burned more than 3000 acres. Former wildfire reporter, Jim Cross, joined the show to talk about factors in the spread of the Greer fire and Arizona's wildfire season. 

Congressman Greg Stanton joined the show to introduce a new bill aiming to improve air traffic control workforce development. He says the bipartisan bill will improve air safety. 

The sex trafficking trial of Sean "Diddy" Combs began this month. ABC News Correspondent, Peter Charalambous, joined the show to talk about testimonies and strategies being used by both sides.

Back on this day in 1950, singer-songwriter Stevie Wonder was born. Wonder was a child prodigy and made his recording debut at age 12. Thruoghout his career he's been a consistent hit-maker and superstar. 

On today's Sharper Point commentary, Jim Sharpe asks how soon is too soon to graduate? An Arizona student graduated from ASU at 14 years old and she's off to law school next. Does graduating early means you're missing your childhood?

Maricopa County Attorney, Rachel Mitchell, joins the show to talk about the signing of "Preston's Law". It creates a new type of felony crime called "swarming" that involves group attacks. 

Dr. Singer joined the show to discuss the Arizona Talks event "Your Body Your Healthcare". He believes that the government should be less involved in your healthcare decisions and tells of state licensing laws that constrict choices. 

ABC News Correspondent, Jim Ryan, joined the show to discuss how a record number of Memorial Day travelers will be on the road this year. What factors are influencing whether you should fly or drive? 

ABC News Correspondent Karen Travers joined the show to talk about President Trump's four day tour of the Middle East where he'll stop in Saudi Arabia and Qatar. Jim and LaDona also ask her about the 747 plane gifted from Doha which is raising eyebrows across the aisle. 

Back on this day in 1965, the Rolling Stones finished recording "Satisfaction". The song would be one of their biggest hits and would catapult them to international superstardom. 

On today's Sharper point Commentary, Jim Sharpe talks about the newly minted trade deal inked between the US and China, the two largest economies in the world. This temporary tariff relief is being called a significant deescalation. Will it last?

Jon Riches, Goldwater Institute's Vice President of Litigation, joins the show to discuss his view on why the tax expanding fire services in Phoenix is unconstitutional. Riches says that it is this tax on services that is against the state constitution. 

Wittmann resident Kirby Anderson joins the show to discuss the $3.2 billion railway currently being proposed by BSNF. He details the consequences that this development would put on the Whitmann community. 

ABC News Correspondent Steven Portnoy joined the show to discuss the recent trade deal with China. Some of the mutually levied tariffs are temporarily paused, and Portnoy believes that this may be a good sign for future talks between the two nations.

On this day back in 1914, the president declared Mother's Day a national holiday. 

On today's Sharper Point Commentary, Jim Sharpe talks about the world's first American pope and his Chicago roots.

For this month's community spotlight, we speak with Dr. Daniel Gonzalez with Barrow Neurological Institute about Stroke Awareness Month.

Chuck Todd, host of  the Chuck ToddCast discusses all the latest happenings in our nation's capital.

Looking for a quick and easy way to give back to your community? Jerry Brown, from St. Mary's Food Bank, explains how you can help those in need without needing to even leave your house.

Back on this day in 2010 Betty White became the oldest person to host SNL. The famous actress "Saturday Night Live" after her fans ran a successful Facebook campaign. 

On today's Sharper Point Commentary, Jim Sharpe talks about the recent report released on the Marine helicopter crash last year. Sharpe talks about the Chandler soldier who died in the crash and expresses gratitude for his service.