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Back on this day in 1997 Austin Powers International: Man of Mystery was released. It was the first of the Austin Powers franchise, grossed $67 million worldwide.  

Kim Powell with Maricopa Animal Care and Control joined the show to talk about the "Empty the Shelters" campaign currently running across the Valley. She talks about what Maricopa County shelters are doing for the Bissell Pet Foundation campaign. 

Peter Charalambous, ABC News correspondent, joined the show to talk about yesterday's ruling from a federal judge striking down the Trump Administration's use of the Alien Enemies Act. He talks about why the act was invoked, reasons the judge pushed back on the act and what the implications are nationally. 

Karen Travers, ABC News White House correspondent, joined the show to talk about the changes in the Trump Administration yesterday. She talks about Mike Waltz leaving his National Security Advisor position to his possible new diplomat position. 

Back on this day in 1999 SpongeBob debuted. The hit kid cartoon has been airing for decades, and it all started May 1, 1999.

In today's Sharper Point Commentary, Jim Sharpe talks about what could have been done better in Emily Pike's case. Sharpe talks about how to prevent this from happening to other children.

Jim Rounds, Valley economist, joins the show to talk about conflicting economy reports released. He talks about what people should expect in the coming weeks and months. 

On this day in 1952 , Mr. Potato Head became the first toy advertised on TV. 

In today's Sharper Point Commentary, Jim talks about a new Alzheimer's Association report that sheds light on how the disease is impacting millions of people around the country.

ABC News Correspondent Jim Ryan joins the show to provide details on a new Alzheimer's Association report.

A familiar voice makes his return to our airwaves. Wildfire expert and former KTAR news reporter Jim Cross discusses the upcoming wildfire season--and the fire currently burning in Cochise County.

President Trump's first 100 days in office are in the books. ABC News White House Correspondent Karen Travers joins the show to break down his recent interview with ABC and what it means moving forward.

Back on this day in 1967 Aretha Franklin's Respect reached No. 1 on the charts. The hit was off of Franklin's album "I Never Loved a Man the Way I Loved You" and won two Grammys.

In today's Sharper Point Commentary, Jim Sharpe talks about formerly cheap website's price increases. He also talks about potential gift for upcoming Mother's Day.

George Hammond with University of Arizona joins the show to discuss the job landscape in Arizona. Unemployment is increasing and open job listings are decreasing, what does this mean for the state?

Sue Long with Syracuse University Whitman School of Management joins the show to discuss the difference of deportation numbers between the Biden and Trump administration. Long discusses the report released by Syracuse University about Trump's administration being 10% behind Biden's deportation rate. 

Mike Dobuski, ABC News correspondent joins the show to talk about President Trump's tariffs and its impact on the tech sector. What does this mean for you?

On this day in 1973, Pink Floyd's 'The Dark Side of the Moon' hit the Billboard charts. The band's 8th studio album was out for two months before it climbed to number 1. 

In today's Sharper Point Commentary, Jim Sharpe questions whether the light rail is worth the investment and has some suggestions on how it could be improved. 

The Phoenix Union High School District recently voted to reject funding for school resource officers at two of its high schools. Retired Central High teacher Susan Groff joins the show to talk about the decision.

Eleven people are dead after a car drove through a festival crowd in Vancouver over the weekend. ABC News Correspondent Jim Ryan joins us with the latest from Canada and a look at the rise in vehicle-ramming attacks.

As President Trump approaches his 100th day in office, new polls show low approval ratings. ABC News Political Analyst Steve Roberts breaks down what it means for the president.

In today's Sharper Point Commentary, Jim Sharpe talks about the declining rates of mass media by the general public. He talks about how unequal coverage and other factors have contributed to decreased trust.

On this day in 1953, Watson and Crick presented their findings showing the double helix structure of your DNA.