Republicans falsely link illegal immigration to federal relief funds as Hurricane Milton slams Florida
WASHINGTON – As Hurricane Helene pushed disaster relief to the political forefront, former President Donald Trump and other Republicans have leveled false claims about FEMA diverting funds to help migrants.
Gila River Indian Community solar panel-over-canal project powers up on a hot October day
SACATON – A recent event held in Sacaton marked a historic milestone for the Gila River Indian Community. Its solar-over-canal project is the first in the Western Hemisphere.
Southern California transportation upgrades will support sustainable 2028 Olympics in LA
Railway extensions, highway expansions and walkable route additions will benefit Los Angeles and Southern California through the 2028 Olympic Games and beyond.
California panel calls attention to ties between Southwest climate crisis and cancer disparities
LOS ANGELES – A recent California panel highlighted the urgent connection between climate change and cancer disparities affecting marginalized communities in the Southwest. Experts underscored the need for equitable policies to combat these related public health challenges.
Arizona tribes’ long fight for share of Colorado River water nears resolution in Congress
WASHINGTON – Arizona tribal leaders welcome progress in Congress toward the settlement of long-standing fights for Colorado River water. Yavapai-Apache, Navajo, Hopi and San Juan Southern Paiute leaders met with senators to discuss the pending deals.
California combats climate change: New legislation and ExxonMobil lawsuit take on plastic pollution
LOS ANGELES – California Gov. Gavin Newsom signed a plastic bag ban Sunday. Meanwhile, the state and nonprofits are suing ExxonMobil for alleged deception of the public related to plastic recycling.
Conservationists say cattle grazing on federal lands in Arizona has pushed a threatened garter snake closer to extinction
WASHINGTON – The northern Mexican garter snake, already threatened, is losing habitat due to livestock grazing on federal land in Arizona, according to the Center for Biological Diversity. The group has sued two federal agencies to protect the reptile.
Arizona has seen growth in clean energy jobs under Biden’s Inflation Reduction Act, at a cost Republicans call wasteful
WASHINGTON – The 2-year-old Inflation Reduction Act gives incentives for clean energy projects. Democrats tout job growth and progress against climate change, but Republicans remain skeptical at the high cost.
Navajo Nation strengthens rules on uranium transportation as negotiations continue with Energy Fuels Inc.
WASHINGTON – Navajo Nation adopts new regulations on transportation of uranium ore through tribal land as it continues negotiations with Energy Fuels Inc.
Governors prod Congress for more help on growing threat of wildfires in West
WASHINGTON – The western United States faces a severe and growing wildfire crisis. Increasingly destructive wildfires have threatened lives, herds and livelihoods. Governors of Arizona and 19 other states are urging Congress to act more swiftly to improve federal efforts to reduce and manage wildfires.
Apache trout, Arizona’s state fish, dropped from endangered species list after 50-year comeback
WASHINGTON – Interior Secretary Deb Haaland declared the state fish of Arizona no longer endangered on Wednesday. The comeback of the Apache trout is a conservation success story 50 years in the making, though advocates say the move is premature.
Men’s triathlon postponed as Seine River fails to meet safety requirements for Paris Olympics
PARIS – Despite assurances from Paris Olympics and city officials, the Seine River was unsuitable for the men’s triathlon Tuesday, with time running out for improved conditions.
