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Judge blocks lithium drilling Arizona tribe says threatens sacred lands
A federal judge has temporarily blocked exploratory drilling for a lithium project in Arizona that tribal leaders say will harm land they have used for religious and cultural ceremonies for centuries. Lawyers for the national environmental group Earthjustice and Colorado-based Western Mining Action Project are suing federal land managers on behalf of the Hualapai Tribe. They accuse the U.S. Bureau of Land Management of illegally approving drilling planned by an Australian mining company in the Big Sandy River Basin in northwestern Arizona, about halfway between Phoenix and Las Vegas. The case is among the latest legal fights to pit...
Dry weekend with seasonal temps ahead for metro Phoenix
PHOENIX (AZFamily) — Showers and thunderstorms are possible Saturday evening, mainly across the higher terrain in northern and southeastern Arizona. We’re tracking primarily dry conditions for the Valley. A trough to the northwest will shift east, and even drier air will filter through the region. Sunday looks dry for Phoenix, with a high of around 105 degrees.
Triple digits temps, low storm chances expected in Phoenix area
PHOENIX (AZFamily) — High temperatures in the Valley today will reach around 105, which is near normal for this time of year. Scattered showers and thunderstorms will develop in the mountains, especially in eastern and southeastern Arizona. Parts of the mountains will be breezy, with possible gusts between 20 and 30 mph.
Motorcyclist hospitalized after overnight crash in Tucson
TUCSON, Ariz. (13 News) - A rider was left with life-threatening injuries after a late-night collision on Friday, August 23. Tucson Police responded to the crash at 1st Ave and Prince Rd, and briefly shut down the intersection. The TPD has not said whether another vehicle was involved. Be sure...
Tucson’s 9/11 Tower Challenge Registration Now Open
Tucson invites you to sign up for the 9/11 Tower Challenge on Wednesday, September 11, 2024, in Tucson or virtually from around the world. In honor of those who lost their lives on 9/11/2001, and in continued honor of our first responders and military who protect us from foreign and domestic threats, we gather to pay our respects at the annual 911 Tower Challenge.
Tucson Solar Company Owner Indicted on Multiple Fraud Charges in Green Energy Scheme
The Federal grand jury in Tucson brought fraud charges against Daniel Jarrett Ridlinghafer, owner of Psalm 112 LLC, for orchestrating a scheme defrauding homeowners and credit unions. Ridlinghafer is facing 11 counts including Bank Fraud, Wire Fraud, and Mail Fraud based on fraudulent contracts signed with at least 25 homeowners and two federally insured credit unions, as announced by the U.S. Attorney's Office on August 22.
Proposal to Rename Mansfield Park in Tucson
The Parks and Recreation Department has announced a 45-day public comment period for the proposal to rename Mansfield Park, 2000 N. 4th Ave., “Doris J. Thompson Park,” in honor of Doris Thompson’s significant contributions to the Sugar Hill Neighborhood and the Tucson community. The public is encouraged...
This new boba shop brings giant bunnies and surprise plushie drinks
It’s not every day you see bunnies hanging out in front of the University of Arizona. Or enjoying a Sonoran dog. Or taking a hike in Saguaro National Park. But in the former Miss Dessert building, you can see several bunnies participating in these classic Tucson activities. The best part — you can enjoy an Oreo crème brûlée boba tea while you take in all the cuteness.
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