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When a reservoir is more than just stored water

Reservoirs are a common solution to the seasonal ebbs and flows of river water. But, for some communities, they are so much more.

Reviving the Santa Cruz River: A decade of clean waters and ecological resurgence

From stagnation to splendor: How wastewater innovation breathed life back into a desert oasis

Arizona border wall lawsuits dismissed, paving the way for environmental restoration

From legal resolution to environmental revival: Arizona's next chapter

Tucson area experiences earthquake centered near Saguaro National Park-Rincon District

Early morning tremors leave Tucsonans wondering about seismic activity

Arizona Theatre Company invites you to run "Barefoot in the Park".

Also on Arizona Spotlight: Arizona Insect Festival returns to the University of Arizona; A look into how adaptive sports are building up Tucson's youth, and a post card from the 2023 Arizona Youth & Peace Conference.

Water and Copper: How mining's history follows Arizona's feelings about water use in the state

Mining was Arizona's first billion-dollar industry. As we consider our state's economic drivers and their water use, we ask not only how much water goes into mining but what its aftermath does to water.

Rare jaguar sighting sparks excitement in Arizona's Huachuca Mountains

Jaguar 3 'Sombra' possibly resurfaces in the Sierra Vista Ranger District in the Coronado National Forest

The Friends and the Bees

Meet the women behind Buzzed Queens Apiary in Tucson.

Tucson Bee Collaborative

Raising awareness of Sonoran Desert bees.

Desert Plants: Desert Fern

The desert fern, also known as feather bush, feather tree or tepehuaje in Mexico can reach heights of about 25 feet.

Judge blocks injunction, allowing for exploratory mining in Patagonia Mountains

The eight environmental justice groups have moved to file an appeal.

Dragonfly BioBlitz celebrates the return of vital insects to Santa Cruz River

Researchers are telling Tucson residents to look for dragonflies and damselflies as part of a community science project.

Field Notes: Volcanoes

From the highest point in Arizona to deep underground, we explore landscapes transformed by volcanoes.

Congressional watchdog describes border wall harm, says agencies should work together to ease damage

A report released by the Government Accountability Office offers the first independent assessment of damage caused by the building of more than 450 miles of wall.

Dr. Jasleen Chhatwal on helping loved ones survive dark times.

Also on Arizona Spotlight: Step into a Record Fair at the final HOCO Fest; A look at the living diversity of Navopatia; and Stories That Soar! returns with a tale about a local 5th grader's journey with retinoblastoma.

Hazardous waste drop off set for Saturday

The City of Tucson's monthly event also gives people a chance to get rid of unwanted electronics.

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