Environment
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Your thermostat should be set at this temperature, Arizona experts say
While your thermostat setting may be a source of debate in your home, experts have stepped in to settle the argument by picking the most efficient temperature for your AC unit to be set to.
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Why are grasshoppers everywhere in Phoenix right now? Here’s the cause
Grasshoppers are a common sight across Arizona, but why does it seem like there’s an excess of them right now?
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Don’t leave these 12 things in your hot car, Arizona. Here’s why
Here are 12 things experts say you really shouldn’t leave in your hot car and why.
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Arizona has the most kinds of rattlesnakes. Here’s how to avoid bites
Snake season in Arizona typically ramps up in spring and runs through early fall, when rising temperatures bring snakes out to hunt and mate. Here’s how to stay safe.
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Phoenix’s unseasonable heat still breaking records. How long will it last?
Phoenix set a new record when the temperature hit 93 degrees on March 2, according to the National Weather Service.
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Accessible walks bring the joys of birding to people with mobility and other limitations
Birding for Every BODY in Tucson is part of a growing national movement to help people with physical and other limitations experience birding and nature.
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Arizona voters support public lands and parks, despite Trump rollbacks
One year into a presidential administration that has prioritized rolling back laws that protect the environment, Arizonans continue to show overwhelming support for conservation and public lands, according to a new poll.
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Move over, Moo Deng. Cute little pygmy hippo in Arizona needs a name
A pygmy hippopotamus born in metro Phoenix a few weeks ago needs a name. Here’s how to vote for one.
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10 best dog parks in Phoenix for maximum zoomies & new BFFs
Explore this local guide to dog parks in Phoenix that are perfect for pups who love to run, play, and socialize.
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These adorable Arizona animals will turn your day around
From the furry to the feathered, Arizona is home to extraordinary animals that have captured hearts and minds.
