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Raindrops fall in pooling water on a Tucson street.

Climatologist: Nothing Too Unusual About Arizona's Recent Weather

Feb 18, 2019 Residents of the state shouldn't be surprised about the precipitation, as it's basically where it should be.
A view of the northern end of Lake Powell, near Hite, Utah.

Arizona Lawmaker Accused of Endangering Colorado River Drought Plan

Feb 15, 2019 A Gila River Indian Community leader says proposed legislation threatens the tribe's water rights.
Lake Powell on the Utah-Arizona border continues to drop as snowpack declines throughout the southwestern U.S. The narrow passageway shown here in September 2018 has been rendered unusable as water levels drop.

Experts: Southwestern US Sees Some Drought Relief

Feb 15, 2019 Though climate scientists warn recent moisture isn't enough to relieve worries over the long-term water supply.
Outfitter Jim Schaafsma hands a rifle to hunter Brandon Barnwell.

In Sonora, Hunting Means Big Business and Conservation

Feb 12, 2019 State officials are estimating up to $30 million in economic impact this season.
The fate of Lake Powell on the Utah-Arizona state line is one consideration in crafting drought contingency plans for the Colorado River.

What is Happening With the Colorado River Drought Plans?

Feb 7, 2019 Five states are done, but California and Arizona failed to meet a federal government deadline to wrap up negotiations and sign a final agreement.
A changing climate is prolonging and intensifying heat waves, scientists say, driving wildfires.

Agencies Rush to Get Ready for Wildfire Season Following Shutdown

Feb 4, 2019 Things like trainings, prescribed burns and hiring had to be put off during the partial government shutdown.
A narrow passageway allows boats to pass on the northern edge of Antelope Island in Lake Powell, one of the Colorado River's main reservoirs.

Not So Fast on the Drought Plan: State and Feds Disagree

Feb 1, 2019 Federal officials said Arizona did not make the deadline.
Arizona 360 host Lorraine Rivera sits across from Green Valley News/Sahuarita Sun editor Dan Shearer (left), Arizona Daily Star editorial page editor Sarah Garrecht Gassen (center) and Yellow Sheet editor Hank Stephenson (right) in the Arizona 360 studio.

Roundtable: Government Reopening, Water Conservation, New AZ Republican Chair

Feb 1, 2019 Plus, Southern Arizona journalists ask, "Is bipartisanship truly a priority in the Arizona Legislature?"

VW Doles Out Last of Settlement Owed to Arizona Consumers

Feb 1, 2019 The checks, each worth $1,000, are part of a $40 million settlement reached in May 2018.
Boulder Basin at Lake Mead.

Stakeholders Reflect On Deadline Passage of Arizona Drought Plan

Jan 31, 2019 Lawmakers adopted a plan that stakeholders have been negotiating since last summer.
Officials say conservation efforts have kept Lake Mead water levels stable.

Thursday Marks Last Day for Arizona to Approve Drought Plan

Jan 31, 2019 The Legislature must pass a water-use plan today or the federal government will step in.
The fishing cat's habitat in South India, Sri Lanka and Bangladesh is being disrupted by aquaculture and economic development, a UA professor says.

UA Conservationist Helps Water-Loving Feline Survive

Jan 30, 2019 Fishing cats of Southeast Asia are threatened by loss of habitat.
Crew members from Sea Shepherd Conservation Society's ship in the Sea of Cortez.

Documentary On Plight of Endangered Porpoise Heading to Sundance

Jan 29, 2019 The documentary follows the plight of the Sea of Cortez's vaquita marina, which is on the verge of extinction.
The Nogales Wash, on the Arizona side of the border, in 2018.

Raw Sewage From Sonora Reaches Nogales, Arizona

Jan 28, 2019 Overflow from a sewage treatment plant flowed across the border into the Nogales Wash.
Low water levels at Lake Mead outside Las Vegas are prompting water leaders throughout the Western U.S. to undertake negotiations over the Colorado River's future.

Deadline Nears for Colorado River Drought Plan

Jan 28, 2019 Arizona's plan has yet to be approved the the state Legislature, while other six states have already agreed to plans.
Low water levels at Lake Mead outside Las Vegas are prompting water leaders throughout the Western U.S. to undertake negotiations over the Colorado River's future.

Wading Into Colorado River Negotiations

Jan 24, 2019 Time is almost up for Arizona to approve a drought contingency plan.

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