Arlyssa D. Becenti

Navajo Nation President Buu Nygren said Thursday he remains firmly opposed to the transportation of uranium ore through the Navajo Nation, and will join First Lady Jasmine Blackwater-Nygren in a protest walk Friday in Cameron.

Former Navajo President Jonathan Nez answered questions in what was supposed to be a televised debate, which his opponent skipped.

TUBA CITY — Johnny Lehi Jr. stood beside his 13-year-old son, Nanikyah Lehi, looking out toward their home in Hidden Springs, a small piece of land just off the busy U.S.

With as many as 250,000 dogs on the Navajo Nation, the tribe's animal control program struggles to adequately monitor and manage rabies as a public health issue.

Voter registration rules already put obstacles in front of Native voters, but the registration requirements will make it worse, advocates say.

Each weekday, we select a short list of news articles, commentary, and other noteworthy links related to the Supreme Court. Here’s the Friday morning read:

President Buu Nygren signed a measure approved by the Navajo Nation Council that will lead to new rules about shipping uranium.

The money will come from the EPA as part of $300 million in climate pollution reduction grants for programs intended to help reduce green house gases.

Sponsors picked up the cost of the skateboards and the kids were given a chance to meet with experienced skateboarders.

Talking about suicide is taboo for many Native communities, but health advocates say it's critical to offer help and advice for troubled youth.