Nearly half of tribal homes lack clean water, but pandemic funds offer hope of improvements
TO'HAJIILEE, New Mexico – Across the country, 49% of Native American homes lack access to reliable water, clean drinking water or basic sanitation. Homes in the Navajo town of To'hajiilee, outside Albuquerque, are no exception.
It’s beginning to look a lot like a post-COVID Christmas for retailers
WASHINGTON - In the second holiday season of the pandemic era, goods may cost more, but Americans have more money to spend - and they appear to be eager to spend it, and that's true in Arizona, where retailers say holiday shopping is already in full swing.
Fire or forgive? Debate about Brennaman slur continues as more broadcasters use derogatory language
PHOENIX - In August of 2020, former Diamondbacks broadcaster Thom Brennaman was suspended by the Cincinnati Reds for using a homophobic slur. He is far from the only announcer to face consequences for similar transgressions.
Coalition targets illegal tobacco trade, with Arizona among top states in contraband
PHOENIX – The Arizona Chamber of Commerce is joining Philip Morris International in a partnership called United to Safeguard America from Illegal Trade, which aims to stop illicit trade through public-private partnerships.
Climate advocates, lawmaker urge Sens. Sinema and Kelly to support Biden budget plan
PHOENIX – Arizona’s senators are being urged to support the “Build Back Better” budget to provide funding for clean energy initiatives and jobs to address the effects of climate change as extreme heat becomes more common.
Tribal officials outline infrastructure gap ‘big as the Grand Canyon’
WASHINGTON - Tribes face a digital divide "as big as the Grand Canyon" and a "not even quantifiable" lack of utility access, just two of the problems outlined at a House hearing Wednesday on infrastructure needs in Indian Country.
With Jaelen House New Mexico-bound, transfer merry-go-round continues for ASU men’s basketball, others
PHOENIX – With five players in the transfer portal, ASU men’s basketball is facing a huge roster reconfiguration. So far, three transfers are set to join the Sun Devils in their place.
Senate makes history with vote confirming Haaland as Interior secretary
WASHINGTON - The Senate Monday confirmed New Mexico Rep. Deb Haaland as the next Interior secretary, a historic vote that makes her the first Native American to head a Cabinet agency.
ASU sophomore David Puig taking dead aim at Mickelson’s record
TEMPE – David Puig has the chance to be the first Sun Devil to win three straight tournaments since Phil Mickelson did so in 1991.
Advocates, lawmakers hail Biden pledge to respect tribal sovereignty
WASHINGTON - Native American policy experts and Arizona lawmakers welcomed President Joe Biden’s order calling for stronger relations with tribal governments.
‘It’s everything’: Fiesta Bowl turns into memorable day for Brock Purdy, Iowa State
GLENDALE – In a Fiesta Bowl billed as a meeting between two local standout high school quarterbacks, it was Brock Purdy who won the day over Tyler Shough.
Digitized health records, safety apps could be game-changer for athletes at every level
PHOENIX – PRIVIT, a leader in the protected health-information field, feeds off a year of uncertainty and aims to impact the way organizations prioritize health care history.
