Tortoise deserves endangered species protections, enviro groups say
Two conservation groups have filed suit over what they say is the failure of the federal government to protect the Sonoran desert tortoise.
Arizona bans hunting contests for killing coyotes
The ban doesn't apply to the lawful hunting of predators.
New border wall could further deplete groundwater supplies
Some scientists and conservationists worry the water needs of the new border wall could put a valuable desert oasis at risk.
"Never again, para nadie."
Also on Arizona Spotlight: New state law that may provide justice for greater numbers of Indigenous women and girls; A reaction to the Trump administration changing the Endangered Species Act; and a very short story from Aurelie Sheehan.
‘Build the wall’ across the San Pedro River? Many say ‘no’
Disparate groups agree that walling off Arizona's last free-flowing river is a bad idea.
New border fencing on hold for 45 days
The Department of Homeland Security is delaying its plans to build more miles of wall barrier along the border.
Conservation groups look to block border wall construction
The groups have asked a federal judge for an injunction until a lawsuit challenging the project is decided.
Fish and Wildlife Service lays out concerns over border wall
The agency says wall construction through Pima and Cochise counties could harm many species.
Lost pelican lands in Tucson
The seabird is being treated by wildlife specialists.
Conservation, law enforcement and ranching: Weighing in on a proposed border fence
The majority of new bollard-style wall would run through protected areas in Pima and Cochise counties.
UNESCO designates vaquita porpoise habitat as ‘in danger’
There are estimated to be only 10 remaining vaquita porpoises in the Sea of Cortez.
500 Gila Topminnows make a splash at The Mission Garden
Also on Arizona Spotlight: Author Kimi Eisele on "The Lightest Object in the Universe"; singer Natalie Douglas returns to Tucson with the songs of Nat King Cole; and "A Love Letter to the Library" about MegaMania.
Bat night at the Mission Garden
Also: A new facility in Nogales, Sonora to help migrants following the Trump administration's "Remain in Mexico" policy; and strangers find common ground with "One Small Step".
4 rare pygmy owls successfully hatch at Phoenix Zoo
The cactus ferruginous pygmy owl's range has been declining since the '70s.
1st Mexican gray wolf litter born at Phoenix Zoo in 20 years
The wolves are endangered. Officials in April said there are at least 131 in Arizona and New Mexico.
