Rep. Lisa Fink said she understands geoengineering can be controversial and some people attach it to the “chemtrails” conspiracy theory.

Police were called to Sky Dive Arizona after reports of a parachutist experiencing complications during descent. Ann Wick, 55, of Minnesota died at the scene.

A La Niña winter just started, but it isn't expected to last long. National forecasters are already looking ahead to the spring season.

A La Niña winter just started, but it isn't expected to last long. National forecasters are already looking ahead to the spring season.

ALPINE, Ariz. — Residents in the Auger Canyon area have been put on 'SET' status for evacuation due to a nearby wildfire, according to the city's fire department. The fire is in Auger Canyon and is being driven by "severe winds," the department said.

Millions of Americans are under weather warnings or advisories today. Follow Newsweek's live blog for updates.

Shoveling snow is never a fun chore, but it can be a little easier with the Snow Joe Shovelution Snow Shovel. This snow shovel is our top pick tested for our best snow shovel guide, mainly due to its ergonomic design.

The Almanac had predicted that the winter of 2024-2025 would be a “Wet Winter Whirlwind” with wet and cold weather for most locations. However it also said that the Southeast would have a “warmish winter, with above-average temperatures.”

Looking to treat yourself while saving some money? Here are some of the best deals and freebies around the Valley this week, Jan. 27-Feb. 2.

A solar explosion called a coronal mass ejection is poised to graze Earth on Friday or Saturday (Jan. 24 or Jan. 25), potentially triggering colorful auroras over the northern U.S.

The world endured three of its top-20 costliest disasters on record in 2024, its fifth-deadliest wildfire, and a record three heat waves that caused more than 1,000 deaths.

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