Lost groups rescued in Cochise County mountains

A group of hikers and a family on horseback had to be rescued in separate incidents after getting lost in mountains in Cochise County, the sheriff’s department said.

Wildfire burning west of Nogales

Fitz Blog: Sabino Canyon Glacier threatened by summer heat

The thousands of visitors who come to Tucson every year to see the world famous Sabino Canyon Glacier will be greeted by disappointment this month. It's so hot the glacier is receding.

Trail part closed by mountain-lion action

The Forest Service has temporarily closed a portion of a popular trail in the Catalina Mountains for public safety due to a mountain lion's behavior.

Be prepared, watchful in exploring desert areas

Wonderlands of natural beauty and adventure await in the mountains and deserts around Tucson - but so do potential dangers.

Fire restrictions start Wednesday in most forests

Most of Arizona's national forests will impose fire restrictions for the Memorial Day weekend as the state enters the long, dry period before monsoon moisture arrives in early July and the potential for wildfires increases.

Wildfire near Nogales now at 2,500 acres

A wildfire east of Nogales, Ariz., has consumed about 2,500 acres and is 5 percent contained, officials said Monday morning.

Human-set fire burns near Nogales, Ariz.

A wildfire burning about 5 miles east of the Nogales, Ariz., airport has charred about 450 acres, officials said Saturday. The Soldier Basin Fire was burning in steep, rocky terrain, mainly grass and brush.

Budget cuts mean fewer crews to fight US wildfires

After another dry winter across much of the West, fire officials are poised for a tough wildfire season that will be even more challenging because federal budget cuts mean fewer firefighters on the ground, Interior Secretary Sally Jewell said Monday.

Southeastern Arizona 'ready to burn' after dry winter, state forester warns

PHOENIX - High winds and low humidity are creating a danger for the upcoming fire season, especially for Southeastern Arizona, the state forester said Thursday.

Catalina St. Park celebrates 30th anniversary

Catalina State Park — a preserve of grand desert landscapes and curvaceous canyons set against a backdrop of the craggy Catalina Mountains — turns 30 years old this month.

Brush fire burning west of Nogales, Arizona

A wildfire west of Nogales, Ariz., has burned about 160 acres, according to Coronado National Forest officials.

Graffiti becoming more common in Tucson's backcountry

A springtime walk on the Pima Canyon Trail can be a bonanza of beauty - and also a bit of a bummer.

Today's road conditions in Pima County

Today’s road condition report from Pima County’s Transportation Department:

Forest-fire risk in SE Ariz. is above average, experts say

Southeastern Arizona forests are facing an above-normal threat of wildfires in the coming months - unless we see lots more of the rainy weather we've had recently, officials warn.

New trail segment in Catalinas serves up a visual feast for hikers

Towering cliffs, evergreen forests and grand views across the San Pedro River Valley reward hikers who try a new trail segment in the Catalina Mountains.

Rosemont decision put off yet again

The federal government won't make a decision on the Rosemont Mine as expected next month and it's not clear when it will, the Coronado National Forest's chief said Friday in announcing the latest of many delays for the $1.23 billion project.

Arizona forests begin sale of Christmas tree permits

PRESCOTT — Christmas is two months away but anyone wanting to cut their own tree already can get a permit.

Target shooters worrying drivers

Regardless of the legality or questionable sense of target shooting on forest lands near the highway, leaving debris like this behind is prohibited.

Target shooters worrying Tucson drivers on Catalina Highway

Target shooters have been blasting away within 40 yards of the busy Catalina Highway - rattling the nerves of passing drivers and prompting some to report shots fired to authorities.