Climate
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Autumns in Phoenix are warmer than ever. What does the 2025 fall outlook say?
Forecasters say this fall will again tilt warmer and drier for Arizona, echoing a larger trend of autumn warming across the country.
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Too hot for rattlesnakes? Reptiles, cactuses struggle in Arizona’s extreme heat
From elusive jaguars to saguaro cactus, the changing climate is taking its toll on some of Arizona’s most iconic species, even those who have adapted to the desert heat over thousands of years.
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The Colorado River is in trouble. Some groups want the government to step up
Environmental groups sent a petition to the federal government with a seemingly simple message: Ensure that water from the Colorado River is not wasted.
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Green spaces are key to combating record heat in marginalized communities
Tens of millions of Americans are navigating major heat waves. More often than not, the heat hits hardest for people of color and low-income residents.
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A Grand Canyon mascot is recovered from the rubble. Can Brighty the Burro be restored?
Brighty the Burro, the 600-pound bronze statue, was found charred, his head and body mostly intact at his home at the Grand Canyon Lodge.
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FEMA disbands youth council, but students say their climate advocacy won’t stop
An Arizona teen earned a spot on FEMA’s Youth Preparedness Council to fight for climate action. Now, he’s watching the program get dismantled.
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16 easy meals to make during the hot AZ summer
Here are 16 meals to make during the hot Arizona summer that are quick, nutritious, and easy to make meatless.
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Safety tips for Arizona’s monsoon season
Here are essential safety tips for Arizona’s monsoon season, which brings flash floods, dust storms, and extreme heat from June to September.
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8 ways to celebrate the 2025 summer solstice in Arizona
Celebrate the 2025 summer solstice in Arizona with sunrise hikes, art, music, and more.
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Discover Arizona’s coolest adventures during Great Outdoors Month
Discover Arizona adventures this June! From cool mountain trails to refreshing lakes, find perfect outdoor experiences during Great Outdoors Month.
