Spider Fire near Beshbetoh grows, residents urged to stay alert
A wildfire burning near Beshbetoh has grown to over 650 acres and remains just 20% contained as of Friday morning.
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New Mexico Sen. Shannon Pinto champions new liquor tax hike
After 60 days of negotiation and collaboration, New Mexico Sen. Shannon Pinto celebrated the successful passage of a liquor excise tax bill.
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Opinion | Natives pay the price of shortsighted federal policy decisions
A long history of federal control and broken policies undermined tribal sovereignty and led many tribes to rely on the U.S. government for essential support especially through programs that provide health care and education to our communities.
Politics
Navajo Nation General Election Unofficial Results
The unofficial results from Tuesday’s Navajo Nation General Election are as follows. To see the full list, visit navajotimes.com
Business
KÓ SÓ: A journey of passion and tradition
Four friends from Chinle High School embarked on a journey that intertwines cultural heritage with modern fashion. Their shared dream was to create a clothing brand that not only represented their Diné roots but also resonated with the contemporary world. This dream gave birth to KÓ SÓ, a brand that translates to “fire star” in Diné Bizaad.
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Former uranium miners share stories of hardship, illness
“This is about truth to power,” said an emotional U.S. Rep. Raúl M. Grijalva, D-Ariz., whose father was a miner. “These are the types of stories that need to be heard, that all Americans should be concerned about,” he said.
Sports
Lady Scouts’ bats come alive late in win over Tohatchi
It took five innings for the Window Rock softball team to finally get its bats going. The Lady Scouts (6-4) batted in 10 hits in the fifth and six frames and exploded for nine runs to upend the Tohatchi Lady Cougars 11-8 on Thursday afternoon at Window Rock High School.
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Dewpoint: 25.0 F (-3.9 C)
Humidity: 57%
Wind: South at 9.2 MPH (8 KT)
Pressure: 29.68
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Culture
Miss Navajo, area royalties promote literacy at ‘All Royalty Reading’
Miss Navajo Ranisha Begay, in collaboration with the Navajo Nation Library, recently orchestrated an “All Royalty Reading” event, underscoring the significance of literacy and storytelling.
Health
15 years of healing: Fort Defiance Indian Hospital Board celebrates self-governance, growth
The Fort Defiance Indian Hospital Board on March 24 celebrated its 15th anniversary of becoming a Public Law 93-638 health care facility.
People
Aaliyah Moorefield crowned Miss Silver State 2025, breaking barriers and inspiring others
Aaliyah Moorefield on Nov. 10 made history by being crowned Miss Silver State 2025, becoming the first Diné, Native American, mother, and U.S. Army Reserves member to claim the prestigious title
Education
Farmington Municipal Schools begins construction of new preschool academy
Farmington Municipal Schools is set to start construction on a new Preschool Academy, thanks to full funding from the Public School Capital Outlay Council.
Arts
Diné filmmakers highlight cultural heritage through new project
Deidra Peaches, a Diné filmmaker based in Flagstaff, is crafting a legacy of storytelling that bridges generations.
Community
RDC calls for climate action after meeting with Climate Change Program
The Navajo Nation Climate Change Program presented an introductory and informative report regarding climate change issues to the Resources and Development Committee, prompting the delegates to call for legislative action.
