Recent Articles from Helen Tracey-Noren, Cronkite News
Gay marriage, now legal in Arizona, not recognized by Navajo Nation
Nathaniel George said that he knew he was going to marry his husband the first time he laid eyes on him more than eight years ago. Being Navajo and a Flagstaff resident, the chance of them getting legally married in Arizona or on the reservation wasn’t likely.
Proposition 122 aims to allow state to reject certain federal laws, rules
Rep. Sonny Borrelli, R-Lake Havasu City, says too many laws and edicts from Washington are interfering with the individual rights of Arizonans. To combat this, he suggests Arizona assert its sovereignty when state leaders or voters determine that one is unconstitutional.
Blue Skies plates becoming the domain of electric cars
When Jim Stack bought his Ford Focus electric plug-in, his passion to keep emissions out of the air was broadcast to the world. He can even drive across the country and not pay a penny in driving costs.
Groups threatening to sue feds over lack of protection for tiny owl
Known for its small size and auburn color, the cactus ferruginous pygmy owl has environmentalists battling with federal officials over whether or not it should be protected.