Mining

Trump's coal executive order draws mixed reactions from Navajo Nation leaders

President Donald Trump’s coal order splits Navajo leaders—some see jobs and revenue, others warn of health risks and clinging to a fading industry.

BLM opens Environmental Assessment for Copper Creek Mine Project to public comment

Located in Arizona’s rugged Sky Islands, the proposed copper mine could impact ecosystem and water resources.

Gems, Minerals, Fossils, Food, and Friends

International visitors flock to Tucson for the annual shiny shows.

Trump’s order to end minting of pennies will save taxpayers millions without much impact on Arizona copper mines

The cost of producing a penny has far exceeded the value of each coin for the past 19 years.

ADEQ approves South32 Hermosa Project expansion for tailings storage

South32 secures amendment to Aquifer Protection Permit.

Environmental groups challenge air quality permit for Copper World mine

Appeal argues Arizona regulators failed to enforce stricter pollution controls.

Interior Secretary’s new order sparks concerns over national monument protections

Environmental advocates warn the policy shift could threaten protected public lands in Arizona.

Arizona court upholds Hermosa Mine’s water discharge standards

Arizona Court of Appeals affirms South32’s permit complies with Arizona’s water quality laws.

Lawsuit challenges EPA over Hermosa Mine air quality permit in southern Arizona

The Center for Biological Diversity and Patagonia Area Resource Alliance seek to block air permit for critical mineral mine.

Arizona’s Sonoran Chub at risk as border wall blocks critical streamflow

Threatened fish species faces threats from border infrastructure.

Arizona Senator Mark Kelly seeks commitment from EPA nominee to address legacy mines and PFAS issues in Arizona

Lee Zeldin agrees to support Kelly’s initiatives.

Broken Promises, Contaminated Waters: Uranium mining on the Navajo Nation

An investigation reveals the deadly health toll of uranium mining on Navajo land, where contaminated water and broken promises have left generations fighting for survival.

San Carlos Apache asks U.S. Supreme Court to take Oak Flat case

The tribe is appealing the ruling of the Arizona Supreme Court.

Uranium Mining in the Grand Canyon Region: Tribal Sovereignty vs. Nuclear Energy in the Climate Crisis

Uranium mining and nuclear energy may be affecting Arizona's tribal nations, posing threats to the region's water resources and the environmental and cultural heritage connected to them.

For thrills and suspense, Arizona Theatre Company invites you to "Dial M for Murder".

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Final Vows: A documentary on aging, caring and faith

Also on Arizona Spotlight, The Rogue Theatre celebrates its 20th anniversary season and "Stories That Soar!" presents a boy's remembrance of his father.