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“Policing Phoenix: The DOJ Report”

Excellence in Local Video Storytelling, honoring Jack. R. Howard

ABC15 Arizona, 2025

Author(s): Dave Biscobing, Melissa Blasius and Kelsie Blazier

“Policing Phoenix” is an unprecedented video series — in size, scope and concept — that examines what many consider the most expansive and severe Department of Justice investigation ever released about a local police department.

Honoring Jack R. Howard
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Jack R. Howard is credited with expanding The E.W. Scripps Company’s presence in the field of broadcasting. In 1937, he was elected president of the Scripps radio company. Jack succeeded his father, Roy W. Howard, as president of Scripps-Howard in 1953. He retired in 1976.