1. Radio
  2. Arizona Environment News

More Arizona Environment News Stories

Oracle State Park Reopening After Two-Year Closure

Park near Tucson gets funding help from non-profit group

BLM Busts Archaeological Vandals

Damage wrought by natural resource vandalism is often permanent, and many cases go unsolved
Scientists seeking clues about climate change are finding answers in an unexpected source--the humble hummingbird.

The Hummingbird: A Love Story

Tiny creatures help researchers, volunteers piece together climate puzzle

Web Feature: A New Lens on the World

Parks in Focus uses photography to connect inner-city kids and the great outdoors
Birding has become big business across the country, and Sierra Vista is now one of the best-known birding destinations, hosting the annual Southwest Wings Birding and Nature Festival.

Bird Enthusiasts Flock to Arizona

Monument fire spared precious bird habitat in Ramsey Canyon.
The Depression-era Civilian Conservation Corps left its mark across Southern Arizona.

Web Feature: A Legacy in Stone

Throughout Southern Arizona, parks and wild places bear the mark of the Civilian Conservation Corps
Atop Mount Lemmon, north of Tucson, remnants of wildfire.

The Flood After the Fire

Timing of monsoon rains can be a mixed blessing on fire-scorched terrain
Low-intensity flames from a preventive "burnout" operation meant to stop the Wallow Fire.

Web Feature: After the Fire

Faced with a charred landscape, experts must decide how to heal Arizona's forests—and prevent the megafires of the future
Many mountain communities are determined--and even defiant--in the wake of devastating fire damage.

"Still Here, Still Green"

White Mountains residents pull together, plan economic future in fire's wake

Wildfires Fan Political Flames

Thin Arizona's forests to stop fires, legislators urge, but others say it's not so simple
The giant water bug, a top predator that can eat frogs and fish, serves as an indicator of stream health.

Bugs Tell Story of Fire and Stream

Aquatic insects in the Chiricahua Mountains help biologists understand fire's impact
With their reputation for excellence, the Apache 8 crew was often chosen to lead firefighting efforts.

Web Feature: The Wildfire Women

The all-female Apache 8 crew broke down barriers as it battled fires across the West
Charlie Horse grazes in his corral on a horse rescue ranch. He was badly burned in the Monument Fire in Southern Arizona's Huachuca Mountains when he panicked and ran into the flames.

Shelter for Fire's Forgotten Victims

As the Monument Fire scorches Southern Arizona, many struggle to save pets, wildlife and livestock
Plumes of smoke crowd the sky over the Wallow Fire.

Arizona Fires Blaze On

The nation watches as multiple fires scattered throughout the state scorch near-record-breaking stretches of Arizona's landscape

Fire Danger Closes Coronado National Forest

Public not allowed in forest until rains reduce fire danger
The Santa Cruz River south of Tucson

Reclaiming An Oasis in the Desert

With the help of a water treatment plant, a stretch of the Santa Cruz River south of Tucson is returning to life

Selected Archive Filters

Arizona, Environment, News
Back to Top
AZPM is a service of the University of Arizona and our broadcast stations are licensed to the Arizona Board of Regents who hold the trademarks for Arizona Public Media and AZPM. We respectfully acknowledge the University of Arizona is on the land and territories of Indigenous peoples.
The University of Arizona