Arizona Drought Conditions Decline, But Water Issues Remain
Most of state still in moderate to severe categories drought; small Rockies snow pack remains chief worry.
Rosemont Copper Mine Hits Roadblock, Air Pollution Permit Overturned
Maricopa County Superior Court says AzDEQ acted “contrary to law”
Arizona One of Top States for Green Energy Hiring
State No. 5 in report on announced jobs in sector, mostly in solar energy installations.
Tucson's Winter Second Warmest on Record
Last year was warmest on what has been 'pattern for many years now,' meteorologist says.
Snow Pack Not Likely Enough to Minimize Wildfire Season
Preparations for summer already under way; snow pack not what it should be, experts say.
Rockies Snow Pack Slightly Below Average
Measurements show pack at 90% of long-term average, rare decent news in drought-stricken region.
Gray Wolf Confirmed as Having Been Shot Near Canyon
Animal spotted on North Rim last fall was taken out by hunter mistaking it for coyote.
Bountiful Brilliant Blooms Expected This Spring
Scientists say good wildflower conditions may be manifest in certain Sonoran Desert sites.
Training to Preserve Saguaro Park Through Good Practices
Traveling pair from 'Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics' will be at park this weekend.
State Issues Its OKs on Rosemont Water Quality
Decision now moves to federal level - Forest Service and Army Corps of Engineers.
Tucson Winter Rain Has Been Reliable So Far
4 inches in 2 months gives region boost it needs in cycle, meteorologists say.
Border Security Efforts Clash with Movement of Wildlife
Environmentalists say fencing cuts off many animals; ranchers, others say security is uppermost.
Avra Valley Earth Fissures Ongoing Hazard, Geologist Warns
State's latest report shows subsidence from groundwater pumping continues in Southern Arizona.
Saguaro National Park May Raise Some Fees
Park officials say increases have been authorized by National Park Service
Three Lambs Born to Bighorn Sheep in Catalinas
Two adults found dead since last release to build herd; that effort going well, state wildlife official says.
