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Back on this day in 1986 the space shuttle Challenger exploded after takeoff. Challenger was supposed to take off six days earlier.

President Donald Trump has come out and backed Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem amid a Democratic-led push for her to step down. ABC News White House Correspondent Karen Travers talks about what Trump said and why she won't be stepping down.

Each year volunteers take to the streets for the Point-in-Time count done by Maricopa Associations of Governments. Balin Overstolz, KTAR reporter, joined volunteers counting those who experience homelessness.

Winter Storm Fern is impacting millions as days of snow, ice and power outages continue. Jim Ryan, ABC News correspondent, talks about how this storm is exacerbating the national blood shortage.

Back on this day in 1956 Elvis Presley's "Heartbreak Hotel" single was released.

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Will AI bring about the apocalypse? Also Grok is under investigation in EU countries, and will Siri pivot to become a full-on AI chatbot? It's Tech Tuesday, where Mashable tech editor Tim Werth joins the show to discuss news on the cutting edge of technology.  

It's not just Democrats who are calling for a rethinking of ICE actions after weeks of tensions have further inflamed in Minnesota. More than two dozen Republicans are also calling for investigations into the fatal shooting of Alex Pretti, and ABC News national correspondent Steven Portnoy joined the show to discuss what next steps may be in de-escalating ICE operations. 

Back on this day in Kobe Bryant and his daughter were killed in helicopter crash.

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APS is seeking a rate increase of 14% this year. Anne Carlton, manager of regulatory compliance with APS joined the show to talk about why they are requesting this rate increase. 

As a winter storm swooped over the country, another fatal shooting occurred in Minneapolis involving federal officers which are inflaming tensions. ABC News Correspondent Janel Klein joined the show to discuss the scene of the ground in Minnesota. 

The P.C.E. (the Personal Consumption Expeditures) showed inflation in November being at 2.8%. And President Trump has expressed that credit card interest rates shoud be capped at 10%. How will the credit card companies respond? Associate Professor of Economics at the University of Arizona, Evan Taylor, joined Arizona's Morning News for Money Monday where he breaks down your burning questions on everything money. 

Winter storms have swept across vast stretches of the United States, bringing atypical freezing temperatures to areas in the South, even including Florida. ABC News correspondent Jim Ryan joined the show to break down the extent of this winter storm's reach. 

Back on this day in 1737, John Hancock was born. Hancock was an American Founding Father, merchant, statesman, and prominent patriot of the American Revolution. He was the longest-serving president of the Continental Congress.

From a historic framework deal with Greenland to the formation of a Board of Peace for Gaza, President Donald Trump is rewriting the diplomatic playbook. But will these bold moves stabilize the regions or disrupt the status quo? Political analyst Chuck Todd joins the show to dissect the strategy behind Trump's latest headlines and analyze the long-term implications of his unorthodox approach to foreign policy.

The Phoenix Suns are bringing the heat to the Western Conference! With a revamped roster and a new head coach, the team has surged to fifth place—looking like a completely different beast than the 2021 Finals squad. Bickley & Marotta host Vince Marotta joins us to break down this team’s radical transformation and reveal whether they have what it takes to dominate the upcoming schedule.

Back on this day in 1988 Mike Tyson fought Larry Holmes. The fight took place in New Jersey where Tyson knocked out Holmes in the fourth round.

President Donald Trump has eased tensions over Greenland by announcing a "framework deal," but offered few details on the agreement. ABC News crime and terrorism analyst Brad Garrett explains why Greenland matters to U.S. national security and what this deal could mean for American interests in the Arctic.

Former President Bill Clinton and former Secretary of State Hillary Clinton failed to appear at a Senate hearing on the Jeffrey Epstein files. House Oversight Committee Republicans are now advancing contempt of Congress resolutions against the Clintons over their defiance of congressional subpoenas. ABC News correspondent Steven Portnoy breaks down what the subpoenas mean, the contempt vote and what happens next in the investigation.

Back on this day in 1978 the soundtrack of "Saturday Night Fever" topped charts. The soundtrack was released ahead of the movie.

At just eight-years-old, Arabella Costello, is setting power lifting records and chasing world titles. Costello and her parents talk about why she lifts and future goals.

The Women's Final Four is in Arizona this year. Ahead of the April match-ups, Jay Parry CEO of Phoenix Final Four Local Organizing Committee explains what this event means for the Valley.

Limiting screentime is no longer enough to promote healthy social habits in children. ABC News Correspondent, Jim Ryan, talks about the new guidance given by the American Academy of Pediatrics.

President Trump did not back down from his demands for control over Greenland during a press conference. Karen Travers, ABC News correspondent, talks about the pressure being put on by European leaders and how Trump is reacting to it.

Back on this day in 2000 the Martin Luther King Jr. holiday was observed in all 50 states for the first time. The day was not a federal holiday until the 80's where some states combined the day with other holidays.

Two unhoused mothers share their experience as they continue looking for safe places. Balin Overstolz, KTAR reporter, took a deep dive into their stories and where local resources fell short.