Judge denies halt to Oak Flat transfer, Grants 60-day delay
A judge denied efforts to block the Oak Flat land swap but paused the transfer for 60 days, giving tribes time to challenge a pending environmental review.
Residents are worried about Ironwood Forest National Monument.
On the heels of its 25th anniversary, there's concern about a size reduction and development.
Federal government denies permit for South 32 mine
The problem with the proposed mine is possible air pollution.
First debate by Democratic CD7 candidates including newcomer Deja Foxx, and the Tucson mayor's controversial Qatar trip
Plus, the University of Arizona responds to Trump executive orders by consolidating cultural centers, and the Supreme Court declines to hear Oak Flat tribal religious rights case, making way for copper mining.
SCOTUS declines to hear Oak Flat tribal religious rights case, making way for copper mining
The decision comes after the nation's high court re-listed the case 13 times.
Federal judge pauses Oak Flat land swap until a SCOTUS decision
The ruling comes two days after arguments were heard.
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.
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.
Environmental groups challenge air quality permit for Copper World mine
Appeal argues Arizona regulators failed to enforce stricter pollution controls.
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.
