Lou Gum
News and Operations DirectorLou grew up in Tucson and has a long family history in the state of Arizona. He began his public radio career in 1988 at KNAU in Flagstaff as a classical music DJ and has been hooked on public radio since, transitioning to news after trying his hand at several other careers in publishing and commercial broadcasting. Lou has a degree in American Studies from Arizona State University and was KAWC's Morning Edition host for two and half years before becoming News and Operations Director.
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Program to increase college access for students from disadvantaged backgrounds faces uncertain future, Yuma DACA recipient still in custody and electric vehicle savings. -
Arizona could save over $100 million in 10 years by replacing retiring state and local gas-powered fleet vehicles with electric models, a new report finds. -
Governor Katie Hobbs has declared a State of Emergency in La Paz County after the Oxbow Bridge collapsed into the Colorado River, following a wildfire that burned through the structure.
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The Keep Call Centers in America Act would require a company to disclose when they relocate call center operations overseas and inform callers about AI use. -
The senators argue that the legislation will bolster Arizona’s economy by welcoming more long‑term Canadian visitors. -
Arizona Congressman Paul Gosar is reintroducing legislation that will let people sue vaccine makers if they believe a vaccine harmed them. -
Rincon Broadcasting Group acquired KYMA in Yuma, along with six other stations in Washington, Oregon, Oklahoma and Tennessee. -
Arizona Senators Mark Kelly and Ruben Gallego introduced legislation Thursday to rename the federal building at 300 West Congress Street in Tucson as the “Raúl M. Grijalva Federal Building.” -
In a released statement, Kelly says cuts will lead to longer waits, fewer health care providers, and a delay of benefits. -
Hosted by Lou Gum, Arizona Edition, KAWC's news program, is our focus on the issues facing Arizona. Through interviews with local newsmakers, KAWC keeps you informed on issues in the region.
