Execution set for sole Native American on federal death row
Despite the grisly nature of the killings, tribal officials and even the victims’ family opposed the death penalty. Native American tribes for decades have been able to tell federal prosecutors if they want a death sentence considered for certain crimes on their land. Nearly all, including the Navajo Nation, have rejected that option.
COVID-19 pandemic takes huge toll on Flagstaff’s tourism industry
Tourism leaders in Flagstaff say the coronavirus pandemic has taken a major toll on tourism in the northern Arizona city. They are asking those from the Valley to visit the city while staying safe with the health guidelines they've put in place.
Kit Carson RV Park in Flagstaff sparks petition for new name
The petition calling for a name change for Kit Carson RV Park has garnered more than 800 signatures since its creation.
Flagstaff Police officers searching for 'armed and dangerous' shooting suspect
A man considered to be "armed and dangerous" by the Flagstaff Police Department is wanted after he reportedly shot someone.
Man flees to Mexico after shooting a victim in the leg, police say
A 27-year-old man from Flagstaff is said to have fled to Mexico after shooting a victim in the leg on July 16. The Flagstaff Police Department said an arrest warrant was issued.
Opening of new entertainment venue in Flagstaff delayed
The owners of Yucca Tap Room have plans to open Yucca North in Flagstaff, even with uncertainties due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic.
Epidemiologist speaks out as Arizona surpasses New York's all-time peak in daily COVID-19 cases per capita
An epidemiologist is speaking out as Arizona rapidly becomes an epicenter of the COVID-19 pandemic.
Dad, brother's deaths leave family bereft on Father's Day
The FBI, Apache County Sheriff’s Office, and Navajo Department of Criminal Investigations are seeking information about the murder of two brothers in Sawmill, Arizona.
Arizona man sues police department over wrongful arrest
Flagstaff Police said they mistook his identity after the man spent more than 30 hours in jail as part of a drug operation.
Northern Arizona University implements pay cuts, flex time
Northern Arizona University employees will take between a 2.3% and 4.6% pay cut and six to 10 days of flex time.
ASU, NAU requiring all students, employees and visitors to wear face masks
Employees, students and visitors will be required to wear a face masks on all four ASU campuses effective immediately.
Report: Bullet that killed woman fired from airman’s rifle
The airman has pleaded not guilty to first-degree murder and other charges in the death of Sasha Krause, a 27-year-old who's body was found north of Flagstaff.
Northern Arizona forests set to tighten fire restrictions amid wildfires
The Coconino and Kaibab national forests will implement restrictions June 13 that include the campfire ban but also limit where visitors can smoke and the use of internal combustion power tools like chainsaws. The move is in line with what’s already in place across much of Arizona.
Northern Arizona University to start school year early
The university plans to increase cleaning and sanitation measures, require facial coverings in common areas and maintain social distancing guidelines and protocols for testing and screening.
Autopsy report: 6-year-old Flagstaff boy died of starvation
The boy's parents, Elizabeth Archibeque and Anthony Martinez, and his grandmother, Ann Martinez, have been charged with first-degree murder, kidnapping and child abuse charges in his death. They have pleaded not guilty.
Man charged in Mennonite woman's death grew up in the faith
A U.S. Air Force airman stationed near Phoenix has pleaded not guilty to murder and other charges. Raised in a Mennonite family in Wisconsin, Mark Gooch joined the military to escape what he told investigators was a difficult, sheltered and restricted life, according to sheriff's records.
Navajo Nation casinos remain closed amid COVID-19 pandemic
The tribe has three casinos in New Mexico near Farmington, Shiprock and Gallup, and one in Arizona east of Flagstaff. They have been closed since mid-March and will remain shuttered until at least June 7
NWS: 'Hold on to your hats!' Wind advisories, red flag warnings in effect for northern Arizona
If you're headed up north to escape the heat, the National Weather Service says winter weather isn't quite over yet in the high country.
Detective: Cellphone records led to woman’s alleged killer
Authorities used cellphone records to track down an airman who they believe shot and killed a Sunday school teacher and left her body off a forest road in northern Arizona.
Virus sweeps through Northern Arizona homeless shelter
Nearly one-third of the people staying at the largest emergency homeless shelter in northern Arizona have tested positive for the coronavirus, according to the shelter's director.