Environment
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University of Arizona finds fewer forest fires lead to worse blazes
Research indicates forests are burning less frequently than before, potentially leading to more severe and destructive wildfires.
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Why climate activists oppose Arizona Sen. Frank Carroll’s proposal to confront poor air quality
The legislation would allow the state to sue outside entities over emissions, but contradicts current climate science and constitutional law.
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Transforming scraps to soil: Phoenix’s innovative recycling plan
Phoenix partners with Mill to boost food recycling at City Hall with 25 new devices. This initiative aims to cut landfill waste and promote composting.
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Arizona has added an endangered bat to the list of night-flying creatures that frequent the state
Scientists have long suspected that Mexican long-nosed bats migrate through southeastern Arizona, but proof has been elusive. Researchers say they now have a way to tell the endangered species apart from other bats by analyzing saliva.
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Ruff play: Felicity, a Doberman Pinscher, joins Arizona puppies at Sunday’s Puppy Bowl
Felicity, a Doberman Pinscher from the Desert Harbor Doberman Rescue of Arizona in Phoenix, will participate Sunday as part of Team Fluff in the 2025 Puppy Bowl.
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Here are 5 of the most ethical animal sanctuaries & zoos in Arizona
Learn more about five of the most ethical animal sanctuaries and zoos in Arizona and how each one supports animals and the environment.
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NAU research shows only 25% of tropical rainforests remain intact
A new study involving NAU found that 75% of tropical rainforests are degraded, threatening thousands of species.
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Earth records hottest year ever in 2024 and the jump was so big it breached a key threshold
Earth recorded its hottest year ever in 2024, with such a big jump that the planet temporarily passed a major climate threshold, several weather monitoring agencies announced Friday.
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How to identify 10 common Arizona cactuses
Although they’re all beautiful, the 10 most common Arizona cactuses each have distinct characteristics that may help you identify which is which.
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Kris Mayes sues ‘nuisance’ corporate mega-farms for exploiting Arizona’s groundwater rules
The lawsuit alleges that massive farming corporations have taken advantage of Arizona’s lax groundwater laws and have deprived local farmers of access to water.
