San Carlos Apache asks U.S. Supreme Court to take Oak Flat case
The tribe is appealing the ruling of the Arizona Supreme Court.
Uranium Mining in the Grand Canyon Region: Tribal Sovereignty vs. Nuclear Energy in the Climate Crisis
Uranium mining and nuclear energy may be affecting Arizona's tribal nations, posing threats to the region's water resources and the environmental and cultural heritage connected to them.
The Buzz: Ensuring Accuracy in Ballots and Information
As election day draws near, we turn our attention to efforts to get information out to voters.
House subcommittee considers bill to redesignate Chiricahua National Monument as a national park
Tribal leaders and local officials weigh in on the potential economic benefit and cultural impact
Federal judge denies tribal nations’ bid to join Grand Canyon Nation Monument lawsuit
A judge denied Arizona Tribal Nations’ request to intervene in a lawsuit over the Grand Canyon National Monument, stating their interests are represented by the U.S. government.
Lithium drilling project temporarily blocked on sacred tribal lands in Arizona
The case is among the latest legal fights to pit Native American tribes and environmentalists against President Joe Biden’s administration.
Arizona tribe wants feds to replace electrical transmission line after a 21-hour power outage
Tribal officials say the transmission line fails routinely and leaves residents and businesses without power — sometimes for days.
Discovering dynamic history in "Coronado: The New Evidence".
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Hobbs revives infrastructure bank for rural and tribal projects after 10-year hiatus
The Greater Arizona Development Authority expects to finance between $50 to $100 million within the next year.
Back to school: San Xavier del Bac Mission School reopens after two-year hiatus
Historic catholic school welcomes young learners back to campus with renewed spirit and community support
Rep. Grijalva Proposes Great Bend of the Gila National Monument
The bill would protect nearly 400,000 acres of tribal land from future mining projects.
The Buzz: How the largest Indian water rights settlement in U.S. history aims to rectify historic wrongs
From nation building to water infrastructure, The Buzz explores the path towards water equity and one tribe's dream for true sovereignty.
Navajo Nation President stops truck carrying uranium across tribal lands
The uranium ore was being transported to Utah, where the only fully-licensed and operating conventional uranium mill in the United States is.
Tribal leaders advocate for historic water rights settlement in DC
Navajo and Hopi leaders urged Congress to pass a bill addressing their water crisis, proposing a $1.75 billion pipeline to bring Colorado River water to their communities.
Member of an Arizona tribe is accused of starting a wildfire that destroyed 21 homes on reservation
The wildfire forced the evacuation of more than 400 people.
