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A man is halted climbing the US-Mexico border wall. Under new Trump rules, US troops sound the alarm

U.S. troops are sharing command stations and vehicles with civilian immigration authorities at the southern U.S. border under an emergency declaration from President Donald Trump.

Scientists are focusing on Arizona's flashy, glowing fireflies

Fireflies, or lightning bugs, inhabit our state even though rarely seen by most residents.

Arizona governor tours wildfire destruction along Grand Canyon's North Rim

The governor has questioned why the National Park Service did not immediately put out the flames during the hottest and driest period of summer.

"Poets Square: A Memoir in Thirty Cats"--Why Courtney Gustafson's book is resonating with more than just cat lovers.

Also on Arizona Spotlight: Set sail for NPR's podcast, "Sea Camp"; and a new book makes native plant gardening in the Southwest accessible to all.

Exploring "Observational Ecology" with Alán Ruiz Berman

Also on Arizona Spotlight: Local grassroots theater group debuts a new comedy/mystery; and how a local middle school teacher reclaimed her life after a tragic illness.

Arizonans jump out of airplanes as part of a global challenge

World Skydiving Day is being held with state, national and international participants

"Hidden Voices" reveals empathy and compassion on the streets of Tucson

Also on Arizona Spotlight: Building bridges through interfaith connections; and the spiritual creations of artist, Quinton Antone.

Arizona communities have highest rates of adults covered by Medicaid. They're bracing for cuts

Arizona health professionals are continuing to raise concerns about cuts to state Medicaid funding approved in Republicans' recent tax and policy bill.

New report warns Arizona border wall could destroy critical jaguar migration corridor

Environmental groups cite endangered species risks in San Rafael Valley as DHS fast-tracks construction, bypassing key environmental protections .

More than 1 million Arizonans are at high risk of heat at work. Statewide protections are sparse

Construction, agriculture and landscaping workers are at high risk due to heat and sun exposure, according to the federal Occupational Safety and Health Administration. So are delivery and energy sector workers.

Residents near South32 Hermosa Project alarmed by potential groundwater impacts

The mining project could lower well levels by 10 feet and South32’s well agreement raises new concerns.

Saying Goodbye to Backyard Swimming Pools

Southern Arizona water departments are providing information for saving money, water and other resources.

Focusing on Allergies at the University of Arizona

Doctor addresses topics such as common causes, treatments and research.

Proposed Arizona settlement recommends more warnings for voters coming off early-voting list

The settlement, which was filed in court Monday and is still subject to final approval, would resolve a longstanding challenge to a 2021 law that eliminated the state’s Permanent Early Voting List.

The documentary "Final Vows" looks at a way of life that is disappearing

Also on Arizona Spotlight: Retired Tucson architect Paula Holmes celebrates 100 years; and "Stories that Soar!" shares an amphibious love story.

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