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Old Main on the campus of the University of Arizona.

New UA environmental justice center slated to receive $10 million from EPA, DOE

The technical assistance center looks to serve as an environmental justice hub.

"The Neotenic Queen" explores the secrets of desert wildlife, both flora and fauna.

Also on Arizona Spotlight: How the youth group Studio Mariposa is beautifying the border wall; and an uplifting tale of love & survival from "Children of the Holocaust."
A view of the Colorado River near the Silver Bridge on the Bright Angel Trail in Grand Canyon National Park. From November 2022.

Tucson releases draft water plan

The city is now asking for the public to provide feedback on the draft plan.
John Farley, director of fire test operations at the Naval Research Laboratory, tests the effectiveness of aqueous film-forming foam by spraying it on a gasoline fire. The test took place at the laboratory in Chesapeake Beach, Md. Oct. 25, 2019.

ADEQ, fire departments dispose over 6,000 gallons of firefoam containing PFAS

The collaboration comes from the AFFF Take Back and Replace pilot-program
John Farley, director of fire test operations at the Naval Research Laboratory, tests the effectiveness of aqueous film-forming foam by spraying it on a gasoline fire. The test took place at the laboratory in Chesapeake Beach, Md. Oct. 25, 2019.

Arizona AG Kris Mayes sues manufacturers for PFAS contamination

The companies have known about the 'forever chemicals' for decades

Children of the Holocaust: The story of Andrew Schot

Also on Arizona Spotlight: A look into the bird and plant species in Navopatia.
ByBlocks, produced by ByFusion from non-recyclable plastic waste.

Plastic waste into construction blocks: Tucson strives for zero-waste model

Tucson city council unanimously approved an agreement with ByFusion to convert plastic waste into construction-grade building blocks.
The sun rises over the Rincon Mountains in this view from Mt. Bigelow

The Buzz: Battling the Urban Heat Island Effect in Arizona

The cities we've built retain the desert heat and make conditions even warmer. How do we cool things off as temperatures warm?
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.

Why this wildflower is worrying naturalists in Arizona.

Also on Arizona Spotlight: Martha Retallick on her "City Nature"; German fellow visits the AZPM Studio; and, a look into a Dolly Parton themed dance party.
Pima County Public Library's Synapse Team aims to support the mental wellness of the community.

Pima County Library's Synapse Team on helping mental health community-wide.

Also on Arizona Spotlight: Meet Malea Chavez, the CEO of The Community Food Bank of Southern Arizona; Gianluca Russo on "The Power of Plus" in fashion; and, Tony talks with the new CEO of The Western National Parks Association.
Sentinel Peak Road, accessed from West Congress Street, climbs and encircles "A" Mountain.

Tucson to begin returning ancestral lands to Tohono O’odham Nation

City council unanimously moved to direct the city attorney to present a plan for approval at the next council meeting.

Truck driver who caused toxic spill on I-10 was well over legal limit for alcohol at the time of the crash

Autopsy results show Rickey Immel had a blood-alcohol level almost eight times the limit for commercial drivers
A male elegant trogon in Madera Canyon feasts on a caterpillar it picked off a tree.

New Film Focuses on the Unique Sky Islands of Arizona

Thousands of different species depend on this habitat
A view of the Colorado River near the Silver Bridge on the Bright Angel Trail in Grand Canyon National Park. From November 2022.

World Water Day: Tucson's history with water

This year's World Water day theme is accelerating change.
Pusch Ridge after a March snowstorm.

The Buzz: How snowmelt affects Arizona's water supply

How much will a wet winter improve drought conditions around the state?
Bobcats are relatively common mammals in Arizona and many other states.

Bobcat Encounters in Southern Arizona: One Animal is Killed

Investigators are offering a reward of up to $500 in one case

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