Arizona's Morning News

Evan Taylor, Associate Professor of Economics at the University of Arizona, joined Arizona's Morning News to talk about the Strait of Hormuz reopening bringing relief to the global economy, and the May AZ jobs report.

ABC's political analyst, Steve Roberts, joined Arizona's Morning News to talk about President Trump facing harsh criticism over the war in Iran.

ADOT Communications Project Manager and PIO Laura Douglas joins Arizona’s Morning News to talk about the new Loop 303 construction. 

Back on this day in 1910, the first fathers day was celebrated. It was celebrated in Spokane, Washington.

ABC's Jim Ryan joins Arizona’s Morning News to talk about the new black market for next-gen diet drugs like Wegovy and Zepbound. People are so eager to try them that they’ll jump the gun on FDA approvals. 

Free-range political analyst Chuck Todd joined Arizona's Morning News to talk about the memorandum of understanding with Iran—and how we might be worse off than we were before the war.

ABC's Mason Leath joins Arizona’s Morning News to talk about the Fed leaving interest rates unchanged after the banking system's first meeting this week. Plus, Mason has the latest on gas prices falling for the first time since the war in Iran started. 

Back on this day in 1983, Sally Ride became the first woman in space. Ride had previously pursued a professional tennis career before becoming an austronaut.

Host of Outspoken with Bruce and Gaydos, Larry Gaydos, joins Arizona’s Morning News to talk about outspoken against hunger and St. Mary’s Food Bank.

Republican political consultant Stan Barnes joins Arizona’s Morning News to give us his reaction to the gubernatorial debate last night. 

ABC's Steven Portnoy joins Arizona’s Morning News to talk about the key takeaways from the 14-point memorandum of understanding between the U.S. and Iran. 

Former KTAR reporter and wildfire expert, Jim Cross, joins Arizona’s Morning News to talk about the several active wildfires and how the monsoon season could impact the fire season. 

Back on this day in 1973, Dolly Parton recorded "I Will Always Love You". The song is directed to an old business partner after Parton decided to continue a solo career.

Arizona Corporation Commission Vice Chair, Rachel Walden, joins Arizona’s Morning News to talk about how they are helping scam victims recover money and avoid fraud with their securities division. 

Political analyst and CEO of High Ground Inc., Chuck Coughlin, joins Arizona’s Morning News to talk about the Republican gubernatorial debate that takes place today, June 17th, at 6pm. 

Vice President of Asylon Robotics, Kurt George, joins Arizona’s Morning News to talk about the company's newly developed DroneDog security system. 

ABC's Jim Ryan joins Arizona’s Morning News to talk about the U.S. infant mortality rate falling to an all-time low. Data shows that there were fewer than 5.4 infant deaths per 1,000 live births in 2025. 

Back on this day in 1884, the first rollercoaster opened. It opened in Coney Island, NY, and cost a nickle to ride.

Rich Frankel, former FBI Special Agent in Charge, joined Arizona's Morning News to talk about the foiled terror attack on the UFC White House event.

KTAR's education reporter, Shira Tanzer, joined Arizona's Morning News to talk about Arizona Republicans asking voters to block teacher-backed ESA accountability initiative. 

Tim Werth, Mashable tech editor, joined Arizona's Morning News for a Tech Tuesday to talk about how AI can help build your resume, UK banning social media, and the new foldable iPhone rumors.

Back on this day in 1973, Marvin Gaye released "Lets Get It On". The song would go on to spend 8 weeks on top of the charts.

Jorge Torres, ABC15 Meteorologist, joined Arizona's Morning News to give us an outlook on this years monsoon season. It officially started today.

Rich Frankel, former FBI Special Agent in Charge, joined Arizona's Morning News to give us a security report card on the U.S. hosting the World Cup, the White House UFC event, and the Knicks winning the NBA finals.

Back on this day in 1974, Little League Baseball allowed girls to play. Originally founded in 1939, the league did not prohibit girls to play until 1951.