A coal power plant demolition serves as a poignant historical moment for the Navajo
For six decades, coal has provided for — and polluted — the Navajo Nation. Demolition of a power plant brings mixed emotions.
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Native Americans are hardest hit by syphilis surge
Rates are so bad in Native American communities that public health experts have asked the federal government to declare an emergency. Inadequate prenatal care may be partly to blame.
Fake 'sober homes' targeting Native Americans scam millions from taxpayers
The scale of a scam to recruit Native Americans into fake treatment for substance in Phoenix and bill the government fraudulently is now emerging. It's huge.
Buu Nygren has been sworn in as the next Navajo Nation president
Nygren beat out incumbent President Jonathan Nez in the tribe's general election by about 3,500 votes. The 36-year-old had never held political office before now.
Dubbing 'A Fistful of Dollars' to spread the Navajo language
The Navajo Nation Museum is bringing a newly voiced version of the classic spaghetti Western to the Navajo Nation.
As Miss Navajo Nation, she helped her community through the pandemic
When Shaandiin Parrish was crowned Miss Navajo Nation in 2019, she didn't expect to win. She also didn't expect to be carrying the honor two years later and through the health crisis.
Opinion: What Native Americans Can Teach Rich Nations About Generosity In A Pandemic
It's inspiring when a spirit of generosity goes global. But to fight this pandemic, well-off nations must do their part. That's why we think Biden's stand on vaccine patents is a vital step.
Outpacing The U.S., Hard-Hit Navajo Nation Has Vaccinated More Than Half Of Adults
One year ago, the Navajo Nation was the site of the highest per-capita infection rate in the U.S. Now the vast majority of adults have gotten at least one COVID-19 vaccine dose.
Navajo Nation Begins Mass Vaccinations After Lifting Lockdown Order
The Navajo Nation is shifting its focus to mass vaccinations to fight against the pandemic's hold on Indigenous communities.
Navajo Nation Extends Lockdown Due To "Dire" Surge Of Coronavirus
Navajo Nation President Jonathan Nez warned the current surge hitting the community is far more severe than in April and May.