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A map of the path of the total solar eclipse occurring Aug. 21, 2017.

Tucson Astronomer to Lead Citizen Observations During Eclipse

Jun 21, 2017 Arizona to see partial blockage Aug. 21
The highest temperature ever recorded in Tucson was 117 degrees, in 1990.

Tucson Breaks Another Daily Heat Record, at 115

Jun 21, 2017 Three days of recording-tying or record-breaking heat, National Weather Service reports.
Crews battle the Encino Fire, which started on the evening of June 20, 3017 near the town of Sonoita.

Fire Burns Buildings in Sonoita, Prompts Evacuations

Jun 21, 2017 The Encino Fire has burned 1,300 acres and eight buildings, according to fire officials.
The Horseshoe Draw Project sits on 38 acres. The bottom of the basin takes up nine acres and sits 22 feet below ground level. 263,000 cubic yards of dirt were removed to create the project.

Tributary Projects Aim to Improve Health of San Pedro River

Jun 21, 2017 Watershed work aims for increased flows and health of the undammed river.

Tucson Heat Wave: One Record Tied, One Broken

Jun 20, 2017 'Significant weather advisory' issued for blowing dust in NE Pima County.
The sun blazes before it begins to set.

Ozone Warning Issued as Temperatures Set to Exceed 110 Degrees

Jun 19, 2017 The weather system that is bringing the heat also prevents pollutants from leaving the air.
Lion cubs relax at the Reid Park Zoo.

Reid Park Zoo Closing Early This Week Due To Soaring Temperatures

Jun 19, 2017 The zoo wants to focus on caring for the animals throughout high-heat days, to resume normal hours Saturday.
A view from the Lake Mead side of the Hoover Dam.

Changing Conditions Prompt Differing Predictions from Water Managers

Jun 19, 2017 One report says a water shortage in Arizona is less than two years away.
The Tucson Unified School District headquarters, 1010 E. 10th St.

Episode 142: TUSD Searches for Next Superintendent

Jun 16, 2017 Also, Rosemont mine gets US environmental OK; opponents say they'll continue resisting.

Harvesting a Sonoran Desert Delicacy: The Cholla Bud

Jun 16, 2017 Learn how to forage for cholla buds and process them for consumption.
A cholla bud, ready for harvest.

Right in Your Backyard: Foraging for Food in the Sonoran Desert

Jun 16, 2017 This week we learn to harvest cholla buds, speak with expert Gary Nabhan and visit an urban farm that's doing a lot more than growing vegetables.

Heat and Ozone Levels Forecast to Rise in Tucson

Jun 14, 2017 Air pollutant could be at elevated levels through Friday; hot temperatures will last through the weekend.
Cochise Stronghold in the Dragoon Mountains, where the Lizard Fire had burned 15,131 acres by midday June 13, 2017. Photo from June 10.

Wildfire Crews Gaining Upper Hand in Cochise County

Jun 14, 2017 Lizard Fire's growth slows; two-thirds of fire's perimeter now contained.
Cochise Stronghold in the Dragoon Mountains, where the Lizard Fire had burned 15,131 acres by midday June 13, 2017. Photo from June 10.

Containment Expands on Wildfire East of Tucson

Jun 13, 2017 Lizard fire surpasses 15,000 acres; officials report optimism in slowing it.
A Sunday public meeting with fire officials in Sunsites to deliver information about the "Lizard Fire" in the Cochise Stronghold area.

Cochise County Fire at 15K Acres, 15% Contained

Jun 12, 2017 'Hard evacuation' notice issued for area around Cochise Stronghold.
Plane drops retardant on the Lizard Fire, burning near Cochise Stronghold in Southeastern Arizona June 9, 2017.

Winds Drive Cochise County Wildfire to 14,900 Acres

Jun 10, 2017 Brush, grass scorched, power line threatened; containment at 5 percent.

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