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A Republican super PAC linked to President Trump aired an attack ad in Arizona’s 2nd Congressional District that mistakenly displayed a photo of a Republican instead of the Democratic candidate it was targeting. The error occurred twice in the spot, which was later corrected. The race is now considered competitive, with the district previously won by Trump by 15 points in 2024.
Three people, including a 7-year-old girl, died after being swept away by flash floods in the Two Grey Hills area of the Navajo Nation on September 16, 2026. The victims were identified as Elsie Begay, Dora Franklin, and Begay's granddaughter, Lucy Allison Mike. Heavy rains triggered the disaster, prompting a multi-agency rescue effort.
Three people, including a child, died after being swept away by flash floods near Newcomb, New Mexico, on the Navajo Nation. Heavy monsoon rains triggered widespread road closures, evacuations in Chinle, Arizona, and a regional emergency declaration as saturated ground heightened risks across the Southwest.
Three people, including a child, died after being swept away by floodwaters near Newcomb, New Mexico, on September 16. Heavy monsoon rains triggered widespread flash floods across the Navajo Nation, damaging roads and prompting evacuations in nearby communities like Chinle. Authorities are investigating the deaths as the region faces continued severe weather warnings.
Three individuals, including a child, died after being swept away by flash floods near Newcomb, New Mexico, early Wednesday morning. The Navajo Police Department confirmed the deaths after responding to reports of people washed away in a flooded area. Heavy monsoon rains have triggered widespread flash flood warnings across the Four Corners region, with the National Weather Service noting record moisture levels for mid-September. Authorities urge extreme caution as dangerous conditions persist through Thursday.
Three people, including a child, died in New Mexico after being swept away by flash floods during a severe moisture surge across the Southwest. The deaths occurred near Newcomb in the Navajo Nation, where officials are investigating the incident. Meanwhile, Arizona faced its most significant flood threat since 2022, with Phoenix receiving over three inches of rain in three hours. A tropical disturbance from the Gulf of California is fueling the extreme rainfall, which is expected to continue into the weekend in New Mexico.
Undrafted Cowboys rookie Shiyazh Pete delivered a 59-word postgame speech after a preseason win, articulating shared identity and sacrifice with the line “this game, this star, this team, will make us brothers.” The heartfelt address went viral for its authenticity and emotional intelligence, highlighting Pete’s Navajo Nation background and illustrating a social-identity perspective on how teams forge unity.
Undrafted Cowboys tackle Shiyazh Pete, the first Navajo Nation NFL signee, drew a large Navajo fan turnout at a preseason game in Arizona. The standing ovation left Pete overwhelmed and grateful, while Cowboys coach Brian Schottenheimer said it was one of the most inspiring moments he’s seen in 25 years. Pete emphasized his heritage and thanked the fans for their support.
A medical transport plane crashed while landing at Chinle Municipal Airport in Arizona, killing all four onboard, including crew and possibly a patient, with the cause under investigation by FAA and NTSB.
Navajo President Buu Nygren signed legislation for a proposed $5 billion water rights settlement to secure Colorado River supplies for the Navajo, San Juan Southern Paiute, and Hopi tribes, addressing severe water shortages and marking a significant step in tribal cooperation. The settlement, which requires Congressional approval, aims to provide essential water access to drought-stricken areas and is seen as crucial amid climate change and pandemic challenges.
Syphilis infections, particularly among Native Americans, have surged to alarming levels, with the Navajo Nation experiencing some of the highest rates in the U.S. The shortage of penicillin, compounded by the diversion of public health resources to COVID-19 care, has exacerbated the situation. Factors such as limited access to prenatal care, mistrust of healthcare providers, and the closure of labor and delivery wards have contributed to the spread of the disease. Efforts to combat the epidemic include expanding access to prenatal care in rural Indigenous communities, increased testing and treatment, and the use of innovative approaches such as providing testing and treatment in the field.
The upcoming daylight saving time change brings confusion and inconvenience for residents of the Navajo and Hopi tribes in Arizona, as the Navajo Nation follows daylight saving time while the neighboring Hopi reservation remains on standard time. The time difference creates challenges for daily activities, work, and social interactions, leading to a unique situation with businesses, schools, and even family visits being affected. The historical and geographical complexities of the reservations add to the difficulty, and some residents express a desire to do away with daylight saving time altogether.
The first private lunar lander, Peregrine Mission One, carrying human remains including those of famous individuals, is on its way to the moon after launching from Florida. The Navajo Nation has criticized the mission, stating that landing human remains on the moon is offensive and tantamount to desecration of their sacred space. NASA argues that as the mission is commercially run, it cannot take responsibility for the contents of the lander, while the company behind the mission defends its payloads. The Navajo Nation's concerns are expected to be addressed by the Biden administration in future missions.
The Navajo Nation is objecting to a plan to send human remains to the moon as part of a private company's rocket launch, citing the moon's sacred significance in their cosmology. The mission, not run by NASA, will carry multiple payloads, including human remains from companies offering "memorial spaceflights." While NASA takes the concerns seriously, it has limited oversight over private missions. The Navajo Nation is requesting consultation and the White House has scheduled an emergency meeting to address the issue.
The Navajo Nation objects to the commercial lunar lander carrying human remains to the Moon, citing the sacredness of the lunar body in their culture. Despite their objection, the launch is set to proceed as planned, as removing the human remains would cause significant delays. NASA and federal officials have met with Navajo Nation representatives to discuss the oversight and lack of consultation, but the decision ultimately lies with the private company Astrobotic and the Federal Aviation Administration, as the mission is privately owned and licensed for launch.