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The bright sun sets behind some trees near Soleng Tom Elementary School on Tucson's east side.

112 Degrees in Tucson? No Sweat!

Old Pueblo shrugs off record breaking heat

Southwest Sizzles as Temperatures Near 120 Degrees

This week promises to be one of the hottest of the year, with Phoenix breaking a daily record.

Meteorologist Ken Waters examines weather maps and radars at the National Weather Service's headquarters in Phoenix.

Exploring the Dangers of Dust on I-10

Arizona 360 hears from a meteorologist with the National Weather Service in Phoenix.

A vehicle sprays water onto dirt paths at a construction site off Interstate 10 in Pinal County where the Arizona Department of Transportation plans to install software that will detect when a dust storm is approaching.

ADOT Project Aims to Prevent Dust-Related Crashes on I-10

How a new alert system will inform drivers sooner of an approaching dust storm.

A dust storm closes in on Phoenix, 2011. Adapted from Alan Stark, via [Flickr](https://www.flickr.com/photos/squeaks2569/5999764554/in/photolist-a98yj2-cn7Zvm-a98ywz-cn7Zxh-a9bmYs-a9bnvy-a98y9g-cn7ZsN-a9bmzy-a2xaGz)

Dust Storm Warnings; Polling Credibility; Housing Affordability

Plus, why the Vail School District is spearheading a tiny-home community for teachers.

The sand spider, Homalonychus selenopoides, takes a dust bath after each molt.

The Secret Life of Spiders

Also on Arizona Spotlight: a new dust detection system on I-10; cumbia rhythm energizes downtown Tucson; and a story about the perils of being a king.

Image released on the National Weather Service Flagstaff Twitter account for a flash flood warning Sunday night.

Flagstaff Hit by Flooding Following Storm

The water resulted in stranded vehicles and traffic-light outages.

Havasu Falls-Area Flooding Forces 200 Evacuations

No injuries reported; the popular destination on tribal land is expected to be closed for more than a week.

Monsoon clouds build up over the Catalina Mountains in this photo shot from the University of Arizona campus. From July 2018.

Monsoon Moisture Leads to Drop in Fire Restrictions

Various agencies will lift the restrictions starting on Friday, thanks to seasonal precipitation.

A National Forest wilderness sign in the the Kaibab National Forest, near Kendrick Peak in Northern Arizona.

Arizona Forests Lift Fire Restrictions, Some Area Closures

Rain and humidity have calmed conditions that led to the restrictions.

July 10 photo of a train derailment outside of Marana during monsoon rains.

Train Traffic Moving Again Through Arizona Derailment Site

27 cars derailed Tuesday on a route parallel to I-10 during heavy monsoon rains.

A file photo of lightning striking the Santa Catalina Mountains.

Lightning-Sparked Blazes Mean Decisions for Fire Managers

Naturally occurring fires can be managed for some benefit, but often must be extinguished for safety concerns.

Extreme Heat, Wind Warnings for Southern Arizona

Tucson may reach 111, Phoenix 114.

Prescott Cancels July 4 Fireworks Show Amid Fire Danger

Dry conditions cause concern for public safety, according to city's fire chief

Felisa is learning to cope with the communication disorder aphasia with her fellow group members at the Aphasia Center of Tucson.

Overcoming Aphasia: "A River is Made Drop by Drop"

Also on Arizona Spotlight: Where Arizona stands after a tumultuous week for U.S. border policy; and an alternative to sunscreen developed at the University of Arizona.

The path forecast for Tropical Storm Bud as of midday Wednesday, June 13.

Tropical Storm Bud Likely to End Area's Dry Streak of 100+ Days

The storm is traveling up the Gulf of California, and outer bands are expected to bring rain in the coming days.

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