by Anthony J. Brazel for the Arizona Republic The monsoon may be the most talked-about weather feature of Phoenix in recent days, but another weather-related phenomenon going on in the

by Patricia Gober for the Arizona Republic Water is the key resource for growth in a desert city like Phoenix. The Valley is blessed with a diverse portfolio of water

By Philip WhiteArizona Republic: Environment Evidence that we each need to be more environmentally responsible surrounds us. Global warming is no longer just “a theory,” and the rate of species

by Jay Golden and Kamil Kaloush for the Arizona Republic In rapidly urbanizing regions such as Phoenix, pavements comprise the largest percentage of the developed urban fabric, more so than

by Andrew Ellis for the Arizona Republic July . . . the time of year when Arizonans study the horizon for a break in the monotonous weather pattern of late

by Rod Groff for the Arizona Republic Surviving summer in Phoenix requires near-constant access to beverages and increasingly consumers are choosing non-carbonated drinks, especially bottled water. According to the Beverage

by Harvey Bryan for the Arizona Republic The subject of global warming is the focus of considerable national and international attention of late. Taking action, however, does not have to

by Jonathan Fink for the Arizona Republic Arizona is a state built on optimism – a welcoming land of dazzling landscapes, abundant sunshine, and seemingly limitless economic opportunity. But lately

Diabetes killed more than 70,000 Americans in 2001 alone. The disease also takes a toll on the people who live with it. In general, controlling diabetes requires massive lifestyle changes and/or expensive medications. Carol Johnston says there may be a cheaper, easier way to get the same results; in fact, you probably have the help in your kitchen cabinet.