House subcommittee considers bill to redesignate Chiricahua National Monument as a national park
Tribal leaders and local officials weigh in on the potential economic benefit and cultural impact
Efforts to protect Santa Cruz River gain ground with federal conservation plan
Community leaders and federal officials join forces to safeguard one of America’s most endangered plans
Federal judge denies tribal nations’ bid to join Grand Canyon Nation Monument lawsuit
A judge denied Arizona Tribal Nations’ request to intervene in a lawsuit over the Grand Canyon National Monument, stating their interests are represented by the U.S. government.
Saudi-backed farm Fondomonte receives approval for new well on its property
The new well is a sign that the company is growing its Arizona operations despite the loss of state land leases.
US Interior Secretary announces restoration of the once-endangered Apache trout species in Arizona
The Apache trout is found only in the streams of eastern Arizona's White Mountains.
Breaks in only water pipeline for Grand Canyon prompt shutdown of overnight hotel stays
Visitors won’t be able to stay overnight in hotels at Grand Canyon National Park after a series of breaks in the only pipeline that serves the popular tourist destination.
From date palms to alfalfa: How Arizona became fertile ground for Saudi farms
What started with a camel handler would grow into a lucrative trade, but eventually ended in exploitation of lax water laws.
Arizona Corporation Commission urges congress to exempt utilities from EPA hazardous waste costs
ACC pushes for federal legislation to avoid higher utility rates and cleanup expenses following EPA hazardous substance regulations.
As Colorado River states await water cuts, they struggle to find agreement on longer-term plans
Years of overuse combined with rising temperatures and drought have meant less water flows in the Colorado today than in decades past.
The Buzz: How the largest Indian water rights settlement in U.S. history aims to rectify historic wrongs
From nation building to water infrastructure, The Buzz explores the path towards water equity and one tribe's dream for true sovereignty.
Toxic Waters: EPA and military clash over Tucson’s groundwater cleanup
Families affected by cancer and premature deaths blame a history of polluted water in southern Tucson. The water utility is trying to clean up the problem.
Committee urges U.S. and Mexico to protect UNESCO World Heritage site from border wall damage
The UNESCO World Heritage Committee is calling on the U.S. and Mexico to work together to assess and mitigate impacts of the border wall on wildlife of the Sonoran desert, especially the endangered Sonoran pronghorn.
US Air Force challenges EPA’s emergency order on PFAS cleanup at Tucson Superfund Site
Military contests EPA’s jurisdiction and urgency of PFAS threats at Tucson site.
Dry but alive: Rethinking golf's green lawns
Golf is a commonly blamed culprit of Arizona's water woes. How much water goes to the state's courses?
Public meeting will discuss new Sabino Canyon visitor center
The Thursday meeting will include a first look at initial plans for the redesign
