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Rosa Brings Rain, But It Doesn't Break Records

Most of the precipitation from the storm fell on the west side of Tucson.

Heat Deaths Climb in Phoenix, But Not in Tucson

Experts say Maricopa County is warmer due to an "urban heat island" effect.

4 More Weeks of Monsoon, Tucson Has Beaten Normal Rain Totals

Tucson has received more than six inches of rain since the monsoon began, and much of Southern Arizona has surpassed normal totals.

Weather Service: Heavy Flood Potential Through Friday

Moist and unstable air mean flooding is possible anytime, anywhere.

Monsoon Lightning Zaps Tucson Weather Radar Tower

Forecasters used work-arounds during weekend thunderstorms.

Fight Your Fear of the Future with a "100 Year Plan"

Also on Arizona Spotlight: Is Arizona ready for wildfires on the scale of those ravaging California?, how to help hummingbirds beat the peak summer heat, and stories of kindness in action.

Southern Arizona Firefighters on the Fire Lines in California

Carr Fire has claimed at least six lives, including two firefighters.

Meteorologists Expect Relief From Drought Conditions for Arizona

Monsoon rains and El Niño weather pattern are expected to bring the Southwest closer to normal conditions.

Record Heat in Phoenix Area Leads to Near-Record Power Usage

The state's largest utility said Tuesday set the peak for the most electricity used at the same time so far this year.

Mt. Graham Visitors Urged to be Weather Aware

Flash flooding risk is high after last year's fire.

112 Degrees in Tucson? No Sweat!

Old Pueblo shrugs off record breaking heat

Southwest Sizzles as Temperatures Near 120 Degrees

This week promises to be one of the hottest of the year, with Phoenix breaking a daily record.

Exploring the Dangers of Dust on I-10

Arizona 360 hears from a meteorologist with the National Weather Service in Phoenix.

ADOT Project Aims to Prevent Dust-Related Crashes on I-10

How a new alert system will inform drivers sooner of an approaching dust storm.

Dust Storm Warnings; Polling Credibility; Housing Affordability

Plus, why the Vail School District is spearheading a tiny-home community for teachers.

The Secret Life of Spiders

Also on Arizona Spotlight: a new dust detection system on I-10; cumbia rhythm energizes downtown Tucson; and a story about the perils of being a king.

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