'A worst-case scenario': Leaks, dust, water pumping and drought plague Quitobaquito
Border-hugging spring and its pond are sacred to Hia C-ed O'odham and the Tohono O'odham communities
House passes defense spending bill banning new uranium mines around Grand Canyon
The Senate version of the bill does not include the ban on new uranium mines.
Guadalupe: A town hit hard by COVID-19
Locals say families have been struggling in the small town, which recently had one of the highest COVID-19 case rates in Maricopa County.
Tribal nations partner with Arizona National Guard for mass COVID-19 testing
This week's events will be in the White Mountain Apache Tribe in Cibecue and Whiteriver.
Daily news roundup: Health care workers promote mask wearing, school districts prepare for online learning
Recent coverage impacting Southern Arizona, July 15.
Analysis: Native Americans infected with COVID-19 at higher rates in Arizona
Indigenous people were disproportionately impacted by the virus in many of the state's counties in the first months of the pandemic.
White Mountain Apache Tribe shuts down reservation to stop coronavirus
About one-eighth of the 13,500 residents have tested positive for COVID-19.
AZ Indigenous Peoples' Caucus urges state to rename Columbus Day
The group said the move would contribute to other movements fighting for racial, social and historical justice.
Behind the Mask
Also on Arizona Spotlight: A plea on behalf of sacred lands threatened by border wall construction; and a sincere thank you to comic book legend Dennis J. O'Neil.
Local tribal casinos describe reopening during a pandemic
Those headed to tribal casinos in Southern Arizona can expect to wear a mask and navigate plexiglass barriers.
Daily News Roundup: Fire evacuations, Ducey on rise in cases, detention center accused of abuse
Recent coverage impacting Southern Arizona, June 11.
No border wall for Arizona tribe's Colorado River stretch
The cross-border Cocopah Indian Tribe has lived along the river delta for centuries.
Pascua Yaqui Tribe appoints new leadership
The council appointed Peter S. Yucupicio to his fourth term as the head of the tribe.
Participants speak out about missing and murdered Indigenous peoples in listening session
Tribal leaders and advocates called for a stronger response to the crisis of Indigenous Americans experiencing violence.
Pascua Yaqui Tribe receives roughly $27 million in coronavirus relief
The tribe says it’s allotting some of the money to immediate needs and will save a portion for coronavirus costs later this year.
