Elinor, a two-decade old giraffe — the shyest of the spotted animals at Tucson's zoo — died Monday after suffering breathing problems. Zoo officials called her "beloved." Read more» 
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Pima County Supervisor Ray Carroll sits down with Bill to discuss a proposed commercial development in the Tucson Foothills and the ongoing controversy surrounding Rosemont Mine. Read more»
A giraffe who ingested oleander cuttings at the Reid Park Zoo was in stable condition Thursday, said the zoo’s curator of education. Another giraffe who also ate the plant died Tuesday. Read more»
The only male giraffe at the Reid Park Zoo, Watoto, died Tuesday evening, zoo officials said. It's thought that Watoto accidentally ate oleander trimmings, which are toxic to many animals. Read more»
