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The sun sets over Tucson in July 2020, which was the hottest July on record.

Tucson mayor asks community for help guiding climate action plan

A survey open through the end of March invites residents to prioritize actions city can take.

The view of the snowcapped Santa Catalina Mountains at Campbell Avenue and Skyline Drive in Tucson Jan. 25, 2020.

Winter storm could be 'most significant' of the season

Summerhaven sees 14 inches of snow, while an average two-tenths of rain fell on the Tucson Metro area Monday.

Rain clouds near Tubac, July 2019.

Lots of heat, little rain in Tucson

Less than an inch of rain when we usually have nearly four inches.

The bright sun sets behind some trees near Soleng Tom Elementary School on Tucson's east side.

Heat wave to hit the Southwest

The National Weather Service says some records may be broken or tied.

In the 1990s, small, independent antique shops began to fold and dealers relocated into large antique malls. Midtown Antiques in Stillwater, Minnesota is likely the largest in the upper Midwest.

"Secondhand: Travels in the New Global Garage Sale"

Also on Arizona Spotlight: Adiba Nelson shares an open love letter to all women, everywhere; and how UA scientists are understanding climate change through research in the Southern Ocean.

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Rain, snow expected early this week over New Mexico, Arizona

Winter weather is returning to parts of New Mexico and Arizona early this week.

The crew of the whaling vessel Pequod, portrayed by Ryan Parker Knox, Christopher Pankratz, Aaron Shand and Eduardo Rodriguez, in The Rogue Theatre's stage adaptation of "Moby Dick".

The great white whale, sighted in Tucson!

Also on Arizona Spotlight: A conversation with ecologist Brad Lancaster; and the series "Youth Crossing Gender Borders" begins.

Verónica Reyes-Escudero examines photos from the de la Torre family collection at UA Special Collections.

UA Special Collections: Preserving the Stories

Also on Arizona Spotlight: The TUSD's ongoing debate about expanding sex education; Is there any hope left for the 2019 monsoon?; and has Arizona's "stupid motorist law" increased flash flood safety?

People on the University of Arizona campus take advantage of a lull in a summer rain storm to get to where they're going, Aug. 28, 2019.

Dry monsoon caused by roaming high-pressure system

This year's monsoon in Tucson is almost 3.5 inches behind what the area received last year.

Firefighting gear hangs in the dock at Tucson Fire Station 3.

First responders discuss how to stay safe in the heat

Tucson Fire and Pima County's Search and Rescue Unit respond to dozens of cases each summer.

The highest temperature ever recorded in Tucson was 117 degrees, in 1990.

Heat warning remains in effect for Phoenix area

Tucson is outside the warning area but is also expected to remain hot.

Cold temperatures dusted Mount Lemmon with snow May 20, 2019.

Weather system brings 'unusual' temperatures to Tucson

The chilly weather also meant light snow, hail and freeze warnings in parts of state.

A "Fire Traffic Only" sign during the 2017 Frye Fire in the Pinaleño Mountains.

Fire Danger Warnings Cover Much of Southern Half of Arizona

Tucson and Phoenix are included in the "red flag" warning areas.

Students and staff enjoy the snowfall on the University of Arizona mall. From February 22, 2019.

An Unusual Tucson Sight: Snow in the City

While multiple feet blanketed the mountains, flakes were falling on the city Friday morning.

Tucson woke up to snow on the Catalina Mountains. Feb. 19, 2019

Tucson's Wet Winter Continues

The city of Tucson expects more rain in town and snow on the mountains.

Drivers on Arizona State Route 77 had a view of desert covered in snow, Jan. 1, 2019.

Hard-Freeze Warning Issued for Tucson Metro Area

Counties southeast of Tucson can expect even harsher temperatures.

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