Communities affected by mining spill win case in Mexico's Supreme Court
The decision granted protection to Sonora River Valley residents seeking remediation following a 2014 Grupo México toxic mine spill.
Report: Tailings dam poses threat to Rio Sonora valley 5 years after major spill
The report's author says Grupo México's new tailings pond threatens the health and livelihood of people already impacted by a 2014 spill.
House passes bill banning future Grand Canyon uranium mining
The bill would block mining on 1 million acres near the Grand Canyon.
Mexican authorities meet with Rio Sonora mining spill victims
A legal representative of residents affected by the spill said the dialogue is a result of pressure the communities have put on authorities.
Environmental groups call on Arizona to close uranium mine
The groups cite flooding of the mine that threatens to contaminate drinking water.
Drilling project proposed for Patagonia Mountains
The Coronado National Forest wants public input on a mining exploration project.
Understanding the legal decision blocking the Rosemont Mine
The opinion on mining and public lands could impact other projects across the West.
Rosemont Copper mine ruling expected to have national impact
If upheld, the ruling would make opening a large mine on public lands very difficult, experts say.
Forest Service releases environmental review of Resolution Copper mine
The agency is seeking public comment on the controversial project near Superior, Arizona.
Judge blocks Rosemont Mine project
The federal judge ruled the Forest Service improperly evaluated water use issues for the proposed copper mine in the Santa Rita Mountains.
Judge to rule next week on whether to halt Rosemont Mine
Tribes and environmental groups who oppose the project are seeking a preliminary injunction.
Support and opposition for two mines in Southern Arizona
As the Rosemont Copper mine plans to start construction, we talk with those for and against the project.
Grijalva Pushes to Modernize 147-Year-Old Mining Law
The U.S. representative from Tucson is spearheading an effort to reform the nation's hard-rock mining laws.
$220M Available to Small Businesses to Clean Up Navajo Uranium Mines
The funding comes from a $1.7 billion settlement from a company that mined the region.
Pima County Supervisors Back Lawsuit Over Rosemont Mine Approval
The suit claims approval of the mine project by the Army Corps of Engineers broke the law.
