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Easements linked to growth near Grand Canyon under review
Forest officials are taking public comment on requests for easements that, if approved, would clear the way for a major development just outside the Grand Canyon.
Republican reps oppose proposed monument near Grand Canyon
Four Republicans in Arizona's U.S. House delegation are going on record as opposing a push to create a national monument near the Grand Canyon.
Former, current Grand Canyon workers allege abuses
Federal investigators are looking into allegations of discrimination, retaliation and a sexually hostile work environment in the Grand Canyon's river corridor.
Grand Canyon, other parks float entry-fee increase
Visiting the Grand Canyon and other national parks could get a little pricier. The National Park Service said 115 of its 401 units plan to seek public comment on entrance fees that could go up starting next year.
Grand Canyon concessionaire sues over new contract
A Grand Canyon concessionaire has sued the National Park Service, saying a new South Rim services contract gives an unfair advantage to a competitor and would result in a money-losing operation.
Judge hears arguments on mining near Grand Canyon
Mining industry groups say a ban on the filing of new hard rock mining claims near the Grand Canyon is irresponsible public policy, but the federal government and conservationists say it will protect water flowing through the canyon from potential contamination.
Feds order six AZ plants to clear national park skies by cutting emissions
The Environmental Protection Agency set new limits Wednesday on emissions from six Arizona industrial facilities in order to reduce haze at 17 national parks and wilderness areas, including the Grand Canyon.
The Grand Canyon watershed should become our next national monument
As a representative of Legislative District 7 and as a member of the Navajo Nation, I am writing in support of protecting Grand Canyon Watershed from harmful and unsustainable uranium mining and irresponsible development by establishing it as a national monument.
Grand Canyon crash a game-changer in air travel
In the mid-1950s, air travel was a shadow of the highly advanced operation of checks and rules seen today. The skies were largely uncontrolled, and pilots outside major U.S. cities relied on sight to avoid catastrophes.
Arizona town near Grand Canyon runs low on water
WILLIAMS ai??i?? In the northern Arizona city of Williams, restaurant patrons don't automatically get a glass of water anymore. Residents caught watering lawns or washing cars with potable water can be fined. Businesses are hauling water from outside town to fill swimming pools, and building permits have been put on hold because there isn't enough water to accommodate development.
Senate rejects revival of Grand Canyon U tax break
The Arizona Senate on Tuesday narrowly rejected an effort to revive a proposal granting a private Christian university a major break on its property taxes.
Grand Canyon gives incentive for quieter aircraft
The fees for air tour operators that use technology to quiet the sound of aircraft at Grand Canyon National Park have been reduced.
