The Buzz: Becoming an informed voter
As the election approaches, we discuss how to avoid fake news and find good information.
Arizona Corporation Commission urges congress to exempt utilities from EPA hazardous waste costs
ACC pushes for federal legislation to avoid higher utility rates and cleanup expenses following EPA hazardous substance regulations.
A crisis fraught with possibility: How a massive canal set Arizona up for growth
The Central Arizona Project ensured that the states biggest cities had enough water and brought about a farm boom in the middle of the state.
Toxic Waters: EPA and military clash over Tucson’s groundwater cleanup
Families affected by cancer and premature deaths blame a history of polluted water in southern Tucson. The water utility is trying to clean up the problem.
Dry but alive: Rethinking golf's green lawns
Golf is a commonly blamed culprit of Arizona's water woes. How much water goes to the state's courses?
AZPM’s Mini Severe Storm Guide
Fast-escalating storm causes widespread damage and power outages, prompting questions about monsoon season and climate change
US court rejects a request by tribes to block $10B SunZia energy transmission project in Arizona
The project — approved in 2015 following a lengthy review — has been touted as the biggest U.S. electricity infrastructure undertaking since the Hoover Dam was built in the 1930s.
Arizona Attorney General initiates investigation into hazardous lead-covered cables, telecommunications infrastructure
Mayes takes action to safeguard environment, drinking water and public health
ADEQ unveils Advanced Water Purification Program
The program looks to reuse wastewater into a purified water source
Why water well goes dry
Pima County is helping with a solution.
The Buzz: Battling the Urban Heat Island Effect in Arizona
The cities we've built retain the desert heat and make conditions even warmer. How do we cool things off as temperatures warm?
The Buzz: What's on the ballot in two special elections?
Cochise County and the City of Tucson voters will be asked to weigh in on issues around jails and electric utility upgrades
Council approves special election for new Tucson Electric Power agreement
The election will take place May 16th.
State supreme court finds Marana in violation of water treatment costs
The decision was released on Tuesday, Jan 17.
ADEQ to test all small water systems for PFAS
An EPA grant will allow the state to test water from 1,200 providers.
