I set off half an hour before sunrise up the rocky trail. It was chilly in the predawn light, with just enough glow in the sky that I could see cactus spreading in every direction and big mesas of ...

The iconic Saguaro cactus is struggling as heat and drought intensify in Arizona. With record-setting summers in 2020, 2023 and 2024, scientists at the Desert Botanical Garden are noticing unusual ...

Architecture studio HK Associates designed the 750-square-foot guesthouse like a camera, with glazing puncturing the dark, ...

They were one of thirty museums nationwide to be named a finalist for the 2024 National Medal for Museum and Library Service. West Tucson’s Arizona-Sonora Desert Museum is now being recognized for ...

Arizona's saguaro cactus has evolved to thrive in the extreme climate of the Sonoran Desert, but after decades of rising heat, even these towering icons are showing signs of stress. "It doesn't take a ...

If you're craving a getaway that blends rich history, stunning desert landscapes, and a vibrant arts scene, Ajo, Arizona is a hidden gem waiting to be explored. Nestled in the Sonoran Desert, this ...

The toad emerges during the monsoon season because it needs water to reproduce. The Sonoran Desert toad, found in Arizona, has psychedelic properties. In this week's podcast of Valley 101, we If ...

New research suggests Sonoran Desert toads went into steep decline after stories of their mind-bending chemical properties began circulating among drug users. By Rachel Nuwer It looks much like any ...