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Broken Promises, Contaminated Waters: Uranium mining on the Navajo Nation

An investigation reveals the deadly health toll of uranium mining on Navajo land, where contaminated water and broken promises have left generations fighting for survival.

A jellyfish with a superpower — it can fuse with another and become one

Comb jelly fusion has been observed before, but this is the first time that scientists have documented the individuals behaving as one.

Awareness Ranch

Permaculture and Natural Building In Action.

Fact Check Arizona: Utility rates, the Corporation Commission and green energy

As Arizonans prepare to elect new utility regulators, we look at how those offices work and what candidates have said about its work.

Tucson is reaching record-setting temperatures this season

September 2024 is the hottest on record, and October is also breaking records

Tucson Airport Authority agrees to investigate groundwater pollution under EPA settlement

The agreement will focus on investigating and addressing PFAS pollution stemming from the Tucson International Airport.

For thrills and suspense, Arizona Theatre Company invites you to "Dial M for Murder".

Also on Arizona Spotlight: How Bisbee Bikeways want to make transportation safer and healthier; and learn the secrets of the Vegan Night Market.

Tucson city council to vote on ban of homeless encampments in washes

The proposed ban is aimed at enhancing public safety and protecting fragile ecosystems.

“This aquifer is our Colorado River”: Rural residents struggle when corporate farms drill deep for water

From the Governor to the Attorney General, Arizona officials grapple with saving rural water supplies.

Invasive Desert Plants: African Sumac

Invasive plants in the Sonoran Desert, such as the African sumac endangers natives by competing for limited water resources and creating monocultures.

House subcommittee considers bill to redesignate Chiricahua National Monument as a national park

Tribal leaders and local officials weigh in on the potential economic benefit and cultural impact

Sonoran Desert Toad Awareness Training: Keeping dogs safe from the psychedelic amphibians

Keeping our canines safe from the harmful danger of the Sonoran Desert Toad

Efforts to protect Santa Cruz River gain ground with federal conservation plan

Community leaders and federal officials join forces to safeguard one of America’s most endangered plans

A celestial trifecta: What to know about Tuesday’s lunar eclipse

Stargazers will be in for another celestial treat Tuesday night as three cosmic events will occur at the same time during the full moon.

The Grand Canyon is experiencing one of its deadliest stretches in years

At least 16 people have died at the Grand Canyon this year, putting the park on pace to eclipse its average of 17 deaths per year.

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