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Joko SusiloStanding resolutely near the tranquil pond at Quitobaquito Springs, Lorraine Marquez Eiler, an esteemed elder of the Hia-Ced O’odham people, shared poignant stories of her ancestors who once performed sacred…
Johny PrimaIn a dramatic move that has ignited widespread condemnation and promises of protracted legal battles, President Donald Trump on Monday announced unprecedented reductions to two iconic national monuments in southern…
Rocky GeorgioIn the heart of Utah’s dramatic red rock canyons, where the Colorado River carves its ancient path, 20-year-old Aniston Hanks, a Diné citizen, stood immersed in the cool water, while…
Rocky GerungWhen Norman Sylvester was just 12 years old, long before he earned the moniker "The Boogie Cat" or shared a stage with musical legends like B.B. King, he embarked on…
Roger DanuartaA compelling reflection on personal aptitudes reveals a common human experience: the mastery of none despite a zealous embrace of many. One individual’s candid self-assessment highlights proficiency across a diverse…
Joko SusiloAt the heart of the probe are the actions of Energy Fuels CEO Ross Bhappu, who on July 7, 2026, acquired 74,000 shares of the company’s stock, marking the largest…
Johny PrimaFor countless generations, the people of the Pueblo of Sandia have nurtured an unbroken covenant with Sandia Mountain and the life-giving Rio Grande, a relationship spanning millennia in the region…
Rocky GeorgioWhen weary Mormon pioneers first glimpsed the vast expanse of the Great Salt Lake in July 1847, cresting the formidable Wasatch Mountains, they could scarcely believe their eyes. This was…
Rocky GerungIn moments of profound spiritual drought, when the very air feels parched, mirroring the dry intensity of fire season and carrying the weight of earthly concerns aloft, it is the…
Rocky GeorgioIn October 2021, while traversing the stark beauty of the U.S.-Mexico border in southern Arizona, the profound connection of botanist, activist, and author Gary Paul Nabhan to this region became…
Rocky GerungThe recent unveiling of Peacock’s three-part docuseries, High Horse: The Black Cowboy, resonates deeply with an authentic understanding of horsemanship, mirroring the profound lessons learned from the quiet communion with…
Joko SusiloOn his inaugural day in office, President Donald Trump signed a sweeping executive order, "Unleashing Alaska’s Extraordinary Resource Potential," signaling an aggressive push to expand oil, gas, and mineral extraction…
Johny PrimaEnergy developer Avangrid, a prominent subsidiary of the global energy giant Iberdrola, has formally withdrawn its long-standing permit application for a large-scale industrial solar facility proposed on Badger Mountain in…
Rocky GeorgioThe Edward Hyatt Powerplant, a crucial component of California’s State Water Project located near Oroville Dam, exemplifies the ambition of mid-20th century engineering, utilizing a pumped-storage operation to maximize power…
Rocky GerungOn August 29th, monsoon storms unleashed torrents over northern Arizona, particularly battering the North Rim of the Grand Canyon. These intense rains triggered flash floods that gained dangerous momentum by…
Rocky GerungThe challenge of visually representing the multifaceted nature of communication for a special issue on "Conversations" was a significant undertaking, but former Visuals Editor Roberto "Bear" Guerra had a clear…
Joko SusiloIn the rugged, expansive landscape of Wyoming, where the vast majority of land is publicly owned and managed, few issues resonate as deeply with residents as the stewardship of these…
Rocky GerungThe sudden and tragic death of Tanya Bachman’s border collie, Jax, serves as a stark warning about an increasingly prevalent danger lurking in the West’s treasured waterways: toxic cyanobacteria blooms.…
Rocky GerungThe emergence of two sacred datura blossoms on a wedding night, a plant known for its potent toxicity, marked a moment of profound beauty and unexpected synchronicity, mirroring a broader…
Roger DanuartaIn the tranquil expanse of southwestern Montana’s Centennial Valley, the pre-dawn fog often carries a symphony of wetland life: the rhythmic beat of duck wings, the distinctive woody creak of…
Johny PrimaThis enduring spiritual pathway recently converged with the political landscape when Deb Haaland, a distinguished relative from the Laguna and Jemez Pueblos, revealed she begins her days with a remarkably…
Rocky GerungThroughout the summer months, along riparian corridors stretching from the Pacific Northwest down to Northern Mexico, a vibrant display unfolds as hummingbirds flit between the distinctive, face-shaped red blossoms of…
Roger DanuartaIn an era increasingly defined by digital saturation and the relentless pursuit of information, the profound art of observation often recedes, leaving a void where deeper connections once thrived. While…
Joko SusiloOn September 14, the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) issued an internal directive that drastically reinterprets the scope of the Endangered Species Act (ESA), effectively legalizing the accidental killing…
Roger DanuartaIn a remarkable display of ingenuity aimed at sustaining vital ecological research, a long-standing scientific endeavor in the Rocky Mountains found an unconventional lifeline, underscoring the innovative lengths researchers are…
Rocky GerungIn a specialized cold laboratory in Boulder, Colorado, maintained at a biting minus 4 degrees Fahrenheit (minus 20 degrees Celsius), atmospheric researcher Anthony Bernal Ayala meticulously slices through hailstones with…
Roger DanuartaIn 1980, a convention of self-proclaimed "sagebrush rebels" convened, drawing legislators, industry representatives, and local citizens united by a singular, fervent desire: to wrest control of millions of acres of…
Roger DanuartaAs Colorado approaches its pivotal vote next month on whether to amend the state Constitution by enshrining the right to hunt and fish, a fervent debate has engulfed hunters, conservationists,…
Rocky GerungHowever, the very nature of this botanical discourse is being altered by the relentless march of climate change. For nearly three decades, a pioneering research project near Gothic, Colorado, has…
Rocky GerungDry mud tracks, remnants of recent deluge, mar the deep red and green carpets of the Amargosa Hotel and Opera House lobby, a scene familiar to hotel manager Emilee Brown,…
Rocky GerungNew Mexico Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham has utilized executive orders at an unprecedented rate, authorizing significant state funding in response to a wave of devastating climate-related disasters, including the destructive…
Roger DanuartaArmed Border Patrol agents launched a pre-dawn raid on a tenacious protest camp in Lochiel, a remote corner of southeast Arizona, Monday morning, clearing the path for contractors to fell…
Joko SusiloThe majestic Maroon Bells, an iconic and cherished natural landmark nestled within Colorado’s breathtaking Rocky Mountains, is undergoing a significant management transition, sparking widespread concern among conservationists and public land…
Rocky GerungNevada officials, long advocating for compromise and conservation amidst the escalating Colorado River crisis, have taken legal action against the federal government over its newly announced management plan. The Las…
Johny PrimaThe ambitious Painted Desert Power project, poised to become one of the largest solar installations in the United States, has ignited deep skepticism and concern among residents of the Coalmine…
Johny PrimaThe pristine headwaters of the Klamath River, emerging directly from the earth in southern Oregon, represent the ancestral heartland of the Klamath Tribes, an alliance comprising the Klamath, Modoc, and…
Joko SusiloThe Dalton Highway, a rugged 414-mile artery, serves as the sole terrestrial link connecting Alaska’s vast road network to its remote Arctic Coast, a critical conduit paralleling the iconic trans-Alaska…
Johny PrimaNestled between the majestic Alaska Range and the winding Tanana River, just off the Alaska Highway near the Canadian border, lies Dot Lake Village, a small but vibrant Alaska Native…
Rocky Gerung"These data centers are descending upon us," O’Neil stated, actively monitoring emerging projects and sharing updates on local community forums. "They are establishing these facilities within a couple of miles…
Johny PrimaThe profound political relationships between the modern-day United States and over 20 Pacific Northwest tribal nations, enshrined in the 1855 Treaty of Point Elliott, trace their origins to a harrowing…
Johny PrimaMontana, uniquely positioned as the only state in the nation with a constitutional mandate to educate its students on Native cultures and contributions, recently reached a pivotal settlement in a…
Joko SusiloThe profound impact of racial violence on Black consciousness often begins at a young age, shaping perceptions of public spaces and personal safety. For one individual, the PBS documentary series…
Rocky GerungOn August 29, monsoon storms unleashed torrential rain over northern Arizona, specifically drenching the North Rim of the Grand Canyon. This deluge triggered flash floods that gained dangerous momentum as…
Rocky GerungWithin the hallowed halls of the Georgia O’Keeffe Museum in Santa Fe, a deliberate and powerful artistic statement is unfolding, challenging long-held perceptions of the New Mexico landscape. Tucked away…
Roger DanuartaIn a profound challenge to federal environmental policy and tribal sovereignty, Native American nations are confronting a controversial reinterpretation of the 1973 Endangered Species Act (ESA) by the former Trump…
Rocky GeorgioA faint plume of smoke on a clear early August morning was the first harbinger of the Frijoles Fire, which ignited in the rugged Sangre de Cristo Mountains of northern…
Rocky GerungThe American West is grappling with an escalating cost of living, particularly in its desirable resort towns and booming tech hubs, pushing the dream of homeownership further out of reach…
Roger DanuartaHigh Country News (HCN), a venerable independent media institution renowned for its incisive coverage of the American West, has unveiled a significant restructuring of its editorial leadership, appointing Kate Schimel…
Rocky GerungThe chilling reality of our present is a landscape I can no longer articulate clearly, for to comprehend it fully feels like succumbing to an insatiable hunger, a craving for…
Rocky GerungA significant majority of Americans, approximately two-thirds, report being worried about the escalating climate crisis, yet a considerable portion of this group has yet to fully grasp their own potential…
Joko SusiloRanchers across the American West, including Joe Rankin, whose family has worked their land north of Douglas, Wyoming, for eight decades, face an imminent threat to their ability to influence…
Rocky GerungFilmmaker Beth Harrington’s discovery of photographer Frank Matsura’s work in 2002 at the Washington State History Museum marked the beginning of a profound exploration into a lesser-known corner of early…
Joko Susilo"All of my lifetime of work has been for the memories of my ancestors, of what they went through. With the incoming wall, should it be disrupted?" Marquez Eiler questioned,…
Johny PrimaIn a move reverberating across Indigenous communities and environmental circles, President Donald Trump on Monday drastically scaled back two iconic national monuments in southern Utah, effectively abolishing the Bears Ears…
Rocky GeorgioIn the dramatic red rock canyons of the Colorado River, young Diné citizens Aniston Hanks, 20, and Shauna Belone, 21, found themselves immersed in a landscape deeply connected to their…
Rocky GerungWhen Norman Sylvester was a boy of 12, long before he earned the moniker "The Boogie Cat" or shared stages with blues legends, he boarded a train in rural Louisiana,…
Joko SusiloThe Denver-based Energy Fuels operates the White Mesa Mill, which stands as the nation’s sole conventional uranium processing facility. This critical industrial site is strategically located approximately one mile from…
Johny PrimaFor countless generations, the resilient people of the Pueblo of Sandia have forged an indissoluble bond with the majestic Sandia Mountain and the life-giving Rio Grande, enduring through centuries of…
Rocky GerungIn times of spiritual drought, akin to the parched air of fire season, when worldly concerns ignite and ascend into the atmosphere, it is the enduring embrace of the earth…
Roger DanuartaIn 1996, a notable publication delved into the evolving character of Santa Fe, New Mexico, questioning its sustainability as an exclusive high-end tourist destination. The feature, presented on traditional newsprint,…
Rocky GeorgioIn October 2021, I journeyed with Gary Paul Nabhan along the U.S.-Mexico border in southern Arizona, a landscape that serves as the natural habitat for this renowned botanist, activist, and…
Rocky GerungThe profound lessons of horsemanship resonate deeply, mirroring the impact of Peacock’s three-part docuseries, "High Horse: The Black Cowboy," which challenges conventional narratives of the American West. This series arrives…
Joko SusiloThe current administration has initiated aggressive steps to accelerate oil and gas exploration across Alaska’s North Slope, moving to circumvent established environmental review processes in the National Petroleum Reserve (NPRA),…
Johny PrimaEnergy developer Avangrid has officially withdrawn its long-standing permit application for an industrial-scale solar facility on Badger Mountain in central Washington, a site profoundly sacred to both the Confederated Tribes…
Rocky GeorgioThe future of water access for millions in the American Southwest hangs in the balance as a new federal management plan signals the strong possibility of significant reductions in Colorado…
Rocky GerungWhen construction began in 1961, California’s State Water Project (SWP) stood as one of the most ambitious water infrastructure undertakings in United States history, a monumental feat of engineering designed…
Rocky GerungThe challenge of visually representing the intricate tapestry of human communication for a special August issue on "Conversations" was a significant undertaking, but former Visuals Editor Roberto "Bear" Guerra had…
Joko SusiloFor individuals like Jeff Muratore, a lifelong Republican hunter who relies on these vast landscapes to provide for his family and teach his grandchildren the traditions of the outdoors, the…
Rocky GeorgioWhen weary Mormon settlers first gazed upon the Great Salt Lake from atop the Wasatch Mountains in July 1847, the vast expanse of water must have seemed both miraculous and…
Rocky GerungMany of the featured artists exhibit strong connections to the American Southwest and California, landscapes imbued with a rich history of spiritual seeking. The exhibition draws inspiration from the region’s…
Roger DanuartaA chorus of engaged citizens and environmental advocates is amplifying critical discussions around land stewardship, water scarcity, Indigenous sovereignty, and the pervasive influence of corporate power on public discourse, underscoring…
Johny PrimaIn the quiet pre-dawn hours, a deeply rooted tradition unfolds across New Mexico’s vibrant landscape, a ritual of prayer with corn pollen held reverently in the right hand. This ancient…
Rocky GeorgioTanya Bachman’s beloved border collie, Jax, died tragically on a summer afternoon in August 2024, a victim of a silent, invisible menace lurking in the waters of the Columbia River…
Rocky GerungAll summer long, a vibrant splash of scarlet along streambanks from Washington to Northern Mexico signals the extraordinary adaptability of the scarlet monkeyflower (Mimulus cardinalis), a plant that has evolved…
Roger DanuartaIn southwestern Montana’s pristine Centennial Valley, the mid-August dawn broke not with silence but with a vibrant avian cacophony: the persistent rudder of duck wings cutting through the mist, the…
Joko SusiloOn September 14, a deeply concerning internal memo from the U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service (FWS) emerged, signaling a dramatic reinterpretation of the Endangered Species Act (ESA) that would fundamentally…
Roger DanuartaIn an era demanding innovation and resilience, an unusual confluence of events across North America highlights humanity’s evolving relationship with the animal kingdom, community spirit, and the sheer ingenuity required…
Joko SusiloThe core grievance of the movement centered on the perceived overreach of federal agencies like the Bureau of Land Management (BLM) and the U.S. Forest Service, which managed the majority…
Rocky GerungAtmospheric researcher Anthony Bernal Ayala, working within a specialized cold laboratory in Boulder, Colorado, meticulously slices hailstones with a band saw, revealing intricate layers of icy growth akin to the…
Rocky GerungDusty, red earth marks the once pristine carpets of the Amargosa Hotel and Opera House lobby, a constant reminder of the harsh desert environment that surrounds this unique cultural beacon.…
Rocky GerungJust days after the Salt and South Fork wildfires erupted in June 2024, devastating the mountain town of Ruidoso in southeastern New Mexico, Governor Michelle Lujan Grisham swiftly declared a…
Rocky GeorgioAfter a protracted legal battle spanning 13 years, Texas and New Mexico have reached a landmark settlement in a Supreme Court case concerning the management of Rio Grande water, a…
Joko SusiloThe iconic Maroon Bells, a breathtaking panorama of 14,000-foot peaks nestled in the Colorado Rocky Mountains and a magnet for hikers and sightseers, faces a pivotal management transition, sparking widespread…
Roger DanuartaIn a pre-dawn operation that culminated over 70 days of sustained environmental and Indigenous protest, armed U.S. Border Patrol agents raided a peaceful encampment in Lochiel, a remote southeastern Arizona…
Rocky GerungHowever, the delicate balance of this botanical discourse is being disrupted by the escalating impacts of climate change, prompting urgent scientific inquiry into its consequences. A groundbreaking, long-term experiment, initiated…
Rocky GerungFor years, Nevada has cultivated an image as a proponent of compromise and conservation within the often contentious debates surrounding the Colorado River. The Las Vegas metropolitan area, the state’s…
Johny PrimaThe proposed Painted Desert Power project, poised to become one of the largest solar installations in the United States, has ignited a complex debate within the Navajo Nation, particularly in…
Johny PrimaThe very headwaters of the Klamath River, a sacred wellspring vital to the cultural and ecological heart of the Pacific Northwest, are the ancestral territory of the Klamath Tribes, encompassing…
Rocky GerungStretching 414 miles, the Dalton Highway serves as Alaska’s sole link to its Arctic Coast, a vital artery running parallel to the trans-Alaska oil pipeline and facilitating the transit of…
Johny PrimaNestled within Interior Alaska, near the rugged Canadian border, lies Dot Lake Village, a tight-knit Alaska Native community of approximately 180 tribal members. Cradled between the majestic Alaska Range and…
Johny PrimaThe state of Montana, unique in the United States for its constitutional mandate to educate students on Native cultures and contributions, recently reached a pivotal settlement in a lawsuit alleging…
Rocky GerungOn August 29, monsoon storms unleashed torrential rains over northern Arizona, particularly battering the North Rim of the Grand Canyon. These storms triggered flash floods that surged with alarming momentum…
Joko SusiloThe chilling legacy of racial violence in America profoundly shaped the relationship between Black communities and the natural world, a connection often fraught with peril, yet simultaneously defined by resilience…
Johny PrimaThe Swinomish Indian Reservation’s Smokehouse Tidal Marsh project, launched in 2022, represents a proactive effort to reclaim and revitalize vital ecosystems by transforming 250 acres of former agricultural land into…
Rocky GerungIn a deliberate act of cultural reclamation and redefinition, a compelling exhibition at the Georgia O’Keeffe Museum in Santa Fe showcases the profound and enduring connection of Tewa people to…
Johny Prima“Chief Seattle signed that treaty with the government after witnessing so many deaths that he had (to be) looking out for survival for future generations,” affirmed Rob Purser, a Suquamish…
Rocky GerungThe escalating cost of living in the American West is pushing traditional homeownership beyond the reach of many, fueling a growing interest in communal living as a viable and enriching…
Rocky GerungIn the quiet hush of winter, Papa would stand by the north-facing window of his home, his gaze sweeping across the open sky and the slumbering garden of his neighbor.…
Roger DanuartaIn a pivotal leadership transition for one of the American West’s most respected independent news organizations, High Country News (HCN) has announced the appointment of Kate Schimel as its new…
Rocky GerungA profound sense of alienation and the weight of environmental destruction permeate the latest poetic expressions from Indigenous artists, challenging readers to confront uncomfortable truths about humanity’s impact on the…
