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The stinknet weed (Oncosiphon pilulifer), seen here with a key for scale, was being traded as Globe chamomile before being renamed. Scientists say it is an invasive plant in our region.

Invasive Plant is Causing Concern in the Sonoran Desert

South African native can flourish in Central and Southern Arizona
Tucson City Council member Steve Kozachik outside City Hall.

The Buzz: A longtime City Council member steps down

Steve Kozachik has been a known quantity on the council for more than a decade. He now leaves for a job that mirrors his past career.
Gabrielle Cardenas, Brian Eller, and Bishop Edward Weisenburger sit on a panel discussion moderated by Ellen Fisher, on Monday, March 18, at the St. Thomas More Newman Center in Tucson, Ariz. Fisher (left) is the assistant director of the Catholic University of America in Tucson.

Bishop Weisenburger and Catholic leaders champion environmental justice in panel discussion

Uniting faith and environmental stewardship to address the moral imperative of climate change.
One of the pits at the Morenci Mine in eastern Arizona, which has one one of the largest copper reserves in the United States.

Federal government allocates $475 million for clean energy projects on mine lands nationwide

The Morenci and Safford copper mines will recieve some of the funding.

SunZia Transmission Project sparks legal dispute over sacred sites preservation

The Tohono O’odham Nation and San Carlos Apache Tribe seek to halt construction, citing threats to cultural heritage.
Sonoran Desert National Monument.

Balancing Act: The proposed Public Lands Rule aims to transform Bureau of Land Management’s stewardship

The new rule seeks to redefine priorities and practices at the nation’s largest land manager
People line up to try and land an old tire on the BICAS cactus.

I’m taking this way too seriously as an adult: The growth of mountain biking in Arizona

In two very different stories about one of America's fastest-growing sports, we head to a 24-hour mountain bike relay race. Then we talk to some of the people behind a documentary about spreading mountain biking on the Navajo Nation.
These two Mexican gray wolf pups and siblings were born at the Wolf Conservation Center in New York. They are considered "neonatal" and less than 14 days old.

Annual survey highlights positive trends in Mexican Wolf population recovery

Conservation efforts show encouraging results with cross-fostering and breeding initiatives
Vicki Lewis starring as Maria Callas in Arizona Theatre Company's production of "Master Class"

The life and loves of virtuoso Maria Callas explored in the play "Master Class".

Also on Arizona Spotlight: The International Uranium Film Festival returns to Tucson; the comedy of Elliot Glicksman; and "Stories That Soar!" looks at how children cope with depression.
A boat ramp, once partially submerged under Lake Powell, sticks out of the water on April 10, 2023. The nation's second-largest reservoir, which is filled by the Colorado River, has reached record low levels in recent years. Policymakers are stuck in a standoff about how to reduce demand on the reservoir and river.

Colorado River states to submit competing proposals ahead of deadline for draft of new rules

The states haven't agreed on a plan.
White House Senior Advisor Tom Perez at a news conference with Tucson Mayor Regina Romero. February 20, 2024

The Buzz: What happens when Washington comes to town?

The Buzz rides along as a federal advisor goes on a tour with city officials.
The entrance to Saguaro National Park east.

Arizona secures $10.3 million investment for ecosystem restoration

The federal investment strengthens conservation efforts and combats invasive threats
The entrance of the South32 Hermosa mine site, a critical minerals project that looks to source manganese and zinc.

Santa Cruz County greenlights consultant for Hermosa Mine Project, sparks debate on environmental priorities

Stephanie Smith’s appointment calls for a pause, demanding a thorough evaluation of Hermosa Mine’s community and environmental impact
The Altar Valley Middle School student council volunteer in the 2024 All the Way to the Border cleanup of Highway 286.

Diverse community comes together to clean up rural highway

Every year people of different ideologies come together in Southern Arizona for the highway cleanup from Three Points, through the Buenos Aires National Wildlife Refuge and to Sasabe and the always changing border.
Mandy Patinkin in Concert: Being Alive at the Fox Tucson Theatre, February 18.

Mandy Patinkin shares stories and laughter.

Also on Arizona Spotlight: Being last in line to get water from the Colorado River; and four short films debut at the Tucson Chinese Cultural Center.

Desert Plants: The Desert Hackberry

The Desert Hackberry, Celtis pallida, is ideal for creating habitat for wildlife while helping pollinators.

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