The Chris & Joe Show

On today's why, Chris and Joe discuss the biggest obstacles faced by the Democratic party and President Biden.

A vivacious young woman, murdered in the most gruesome way.  That’s not how the family wants her remembered.  Getting to know the victim, on the Chris and Joe Show.

If you’re in the MAGA camp you might be thinking Vance is the perfect pick.  If you aren’t MAGA, you might wonder why Trump didn’t reach out and pull together more of a unity ticket.   

Mercedes Vega Murder. It’s been one year since a Valley woman was brutally murdered and still, no arrests have been made in the shocking case. Why?

On today's volley. The worst politicians, the worst singers and the worst insurance fraud in today’s headline volley.

The assassination attempt of former President Donald Trump gave voters in Arizona a stark reminder of what happens when political threats come to fruition.

You might already be burned out on politics this week and it’s only Monday!  We don’t blame you.  If you’ve missed the highlights of what’s gone on, we’ll keep you informed with two major news stories that broke just today.

Election Violence, Youth Violence and violent sports... we’ll tackle the inflammatory news in today’s headline volley.

On today's why. Former President Donald Trump chose Sen. JD Vance of Ohio as his running mate. Why was Vance was chosen over the other finalists?

The lawsuit filed in Maricopa County Superior Court on Wednesday also names the owners of the Queen Creek home who hosted the Oct. 28 party where Lord was attacked and the parents of one of the teens charged in the killing, accusing them of negligence.

Sweet digs, sweet treats and sweet sweat in the headlines today. Target plans to completely stop accepting personal checks next week on July 15th. Chris, when is the last time you wrote a personal check? 

On today's why. Why can’t the democrats just make up their minds on whether or not to support Biden?

The family of a 16-year-old boy beaten to death at a Halloween party has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the seven people charged with murdering him. KTAR legal analyst Barry Markson joins The Chris and Joe show to discuss. 

ABC Political Analyst, Steve Roberts comes on the show to discuss President Biden's solo press conference. In addition, Chris and Joe ask Roberts about the upcoming Democratic convention and Biden's campaign. 

President Biden is set to give his first press conference in over a year and a half. How did he do?

President Biden is set to give his first press conference in over a year and a half. What do you expect from Biden?

On today's why. Why aren’t places trying to keep prices down?

In recent years, seemingly every news outlet has tried to rank beer prices at Major League Baseball ballparks. But these rankings rely on one price. A walk around the concourse at Chase Field tells you it’s not so simple.

How do you rate the Gilbert police’s investigation of these teen violence cases and what will you do to maintain community faith in the town’s police?

On today's volley. A large reptile was seen crawling along a north Phoenix freeway during rush hour Wednesday morning. At one point, the creature disappeared through a storm drain grate on the side of the roadway.  Lizards: Cool or creepy?

Why would anyone oppose making voting more accessible to everyone?  See if you’re thinking what we’re thinking.

Will an open primary create better candidates and voters in Arizona?

The excessive heat, even for Arizona, has us thinking of last July when it felt like relief would never show.  Are we in for a repeat?  ABC 15 meteorologist Iris Hermosillo breaks down why it’s so bad now and whether the weather is in the mood for mercy.

June of this year was the hottest on record for Phoenix.  Beating last year’s July totals, though, will be tough.  If you are fighting a broken AC or living on the streets, the records don’t really matter. 

On today's volley. A hot air balloon was caught in a dust devil as it was being set up for tethered rides at the Independence Day Craft Fair in Williams on Saturday. What “extreme” activity would be the last one you’d try?