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KNAU Local News Now highlights the day’s headlines and top stories from northern and central Arizona. Tune in every weekday morning on knau.org or wherever you get your podcasts.

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    Wednesday, September 2, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 2, 2026 9:26


    On today's newscast: Grand Canyon officials identify two killed in flash flooding, warning system may have failed during deadly deluge, Cowboys waive first Navajo Nation NFL player, and more.

    Tuesday, September 1, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2026 5:29


    On today's newscast: Two people dead and hiker still missing after Grand Canyon flooding, emergency alert system may have helped during flooding, Flagstaff's Atria Restaurant recognized by Michelin Guide, and more.

    Monday, August 31, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2026 5:33


    On today's newscast: The latest on the deadly Grand Canyon flooding, South Rim lodging closed, new additions to map of safe drinking water on Navajo Nation, and more.

    Friday, August 28, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2026 8:32


    On today's newscast: Attorney General Kris Mayes will review the use of Flock cameras and other kinds of AI license plate systems across Arizona, a survey shows nearly a quarter of Arizona junior high and high school students have a social media account they hide from their parents, thousands of law enforcement agencies conducted more than 3 million searches of Coconino County Sheriff's Office network of Flock Safety cameras during the first seven months of 2026, and more.

    Thursday, August 27, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 27, 2026 8:14


    On today's newscast: The Navajo Nation Council has designated the Confluence of the Colorado and Little Colorado rivers as a sacred site, the FBI has set a minimum $25,000 reward for help solving some cold cases in which people went missing or were killed on tribal lands, the Navajo Nation Council unanimously voted to remove the tribe's acting attorney general Kris Beecher, and more.

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    Wednesday, August 26, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 26, 2026 13:55


    On today's newscast: Arizona water officials say a federal plan to cut Colorado River use has legal flaws but offers a short reprieve from worse conditions, the nation's first MD-granting medical school within a tribal nation has opened on the Gila River Indian Community, former Apache Junction police officer Joshua McDaniel has resigned after admitting he misused Flock camera technology to track his wife, and more.

    Tuesday, August 25, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2026 7:00


    On today's newscast: the Hualapai tribal council passed a resolution opposing the construction of data centers on tribal land, Nevada sues to block reducing Colorado River water deliveries, Secretary of State Fontes says Arizonans will still be able to vote by mail following a decision by the Supreme Court, and more.

    Monday, August 24, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2026 9:19


    On today's newscast: Prescott Valley mayor Kell Palguta faces charges following an apparent bar fight at the Bird Cage Saloon, two Phoenix police officers are booked into jail on numerous felony charges following a violent traffic stop, officials recovered skeletal remains from Lake Powell after being discovered by a group on a houseboat on August 14, and more.

    Friday, August 21, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2026 7:19


    On today's newscast: A man on the Navajo Nation was killed Thursday in an apparent bear attack Crystal, NM, north of Window Rock, Secretary of State Adrian Fontes has released the final list of eight ballot propositions that will go to Arizona voters in November, possible human remains were found at Lake Mead as the level of the reservoir has dropped because of ongoing drought conditions, and more.

    Thursday, August 20, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 20, 2026 7:31


    On today's newscast: Border wall construction continues in Organ Pipe National Monument, a Havasupai tribal member is charged with assaulting a tourist, most Arizona congressmen declined to debate their challengers, and more.

    Wednesday, August 19, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2026 6:42


    On today's newscast: The US Forest Service has proposed eliminating federal guidelines that've blocked road construction on millions of acres of public lands for decades, the AZ Supreme Court has ruled that large school voucher reforms will no longer appear on fall ballots, the Colorado River Indian Tribes again calls for federal officials to delay making a decision on future Colorado River management, and more.

    Tuesday, August 18. 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 18, 2026 7:53


    On today's newscast: a new report from Humane Borders shows 19 bodies were recovered along the Arizona-Mexico border in July - the highest monthly total in two years, Prescott Valley officials say an alleged drunk driver drove a car that was on fire across a field starting numerous brush fires, Flagstaff High School expects record-high enrollment this school year, and more.

    Monday, August 17, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2026 11:17


    On today's newscast: Lake Powell's water level falls to a record low, a Goodyear man died in an apparent suicide in a parking lot near Flagstaff City Hall, an emergency cleanup at a former mine occurred in the Bradshaw Mountains, and more.

    Friday, August 14, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2026 8:33


    On today's newscast: Fire crews at Camp Navajo are taking advantage of two small fires to improve forest health and reduce forest fuels, a flash drive with sensitive information about Navajo veterans was found at a laundromat in Farmington, the Flagstaff Police Department is considering adopting a program to use drones as first responders, and more.

    Thursday, August 13, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 13, 2026 6:30


    On today's newscast: the two victims of a plane crash near Payson have been identified, water restrictions start today at Grand Canyon National Park due to low water reserves, the drug-resistant candida auris that can infect blood, wounds and other parts of the body is spreading in Arizona, and more.

    Wednesday, August 12, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2026 15:42


    On today's newscast: Democrats in Congress are investigating Energy Fuels for alleged insider trading, Flagstaff's Killip Elementary loses free afterschool programgrant, public comment opens on oil and gas production north of Grand Canyon-Parashant National Monument and more.

    Monday, August 10, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2026 6:32


    On today's newscast: Water levels in Lake Mead hit historic low, Cottonwood hotel could be converted into workforce housing, Arizona health insurance companies seeking rate increases, and more.

    Thursday, August 6, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 6, 2026 7:37


    On today's newscast: Colorado River Indian Tribes push back on water plan, California woman sentenced for selling fake Native American jewelry, Grand Canyon water restrictions after another break in pipeline, and more.

    Wednesday, August 5, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2026 10:26


    On today's newscast: Colorado River plan causes concern for some tribal nations, APS sets another demand record, famous Jerome restaurant closes, and more. Plus, meteorologist Lee Born in studio.

    Tuesday, August 4, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 4, 2026 6:30


    On today's newscast: Ex-Prescott officer sentenced in shooting of unarmed man, vaccination rates low in Arizona classrooms, Apache County declares state of emergency after monsoon rains, and more.

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    Monday, August 3, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 3, 2026 5:52


    On today's newscast: Arizona would share cuts under Colorado River management plan, Flagstaff Family Food Center receives historic $1 million donation, no debate in governor's race, and more.

    Thursday, July 30, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 30, 2026 11:14


    Mexican wolf advocates are worried, Navajo tribal members protest drilling plans near Chaco, Forest Service has big 4FRI goals, and more. Plus an interview with White Mountain Apache chef Nephi Craig.

    Wednesday, July 29, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 29, 2026 10:47


    Lawmakers urge FEMA to reconsider aid denial, Navajo County finds unused 2024 ballots, national Democrats pour millions into governor's race, and more. Plus, meteorologist Lee Born with the July wrap-up.

    Tuesday, July 28, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 28, 2026 5:34


    On today's newscast: Poor voter turnout in Arizona primary, Navajo Nation president candidates name running mates, APS energy demand hits record high, and more.

    Monday, July 27, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 27, 2026 10:38


    On today's newscast: Feds expected to release Colorado River management plan this week, Flagstaff 43rd least affordable housing market, Arizona part of record-high measles cases, and more.

    Thursday, July 23, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 23, 2026 5:47


    On today's newscast: Calls for investigation after uranium ore truck rollover, Cholla coal plant conversion won't save water, BLM moves to open Chaco Canyon to oil and gas drilling, and more.

    Wednesday, July 22, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 22, 2026 9:41


    On today's newscast: Navajo President Buu Nygren loses reelection bid, empty semi-truck used to haul uranium ore rolls over, remains identified as Grand Canyon hiker missing since 2012, and more.

    Tuesday, July 21, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 21, 2026 5:47


    On today's newscast: Residents near Navajo Nation call out plans to expand coal mine, scientists say most of Pocket Fire burned at low severity, monsoon storms hit northern Arizona, and more.

    Monday, July 20, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 20, 2026 6:34


    On today's newscast: Arizona and other states brace for Colorado River rules, downtown Flagstaff parking costs to double, water levels at nation's two largest reservoirs hit record low, and more.

    Thursday, July 16, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 16, 2026 6:49


    On today's newscast: Severe fire season raises questions about federal preparedness, Yavapai County confirms first measles case, team assessing environmental impacts of Pocket Fire, and more.

    Wednesday, July 15, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 15, 2026 5:45


    On today's newscast: Prescott Valley man sentenced for selling guns to be used in a mass shooting, Lake Powell approaches critical level, crews winding down operations on the Pocket Fire, and more.

    Tuesday, July 14, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 14, 2026 5:39


    On today's newscast: Trump cuts size of two national monuments, measles virus detected in Sedona wastewater samples, protections for Grand Canyon native fish in limbo, and more.

    Monday, July 13, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 13, 2026 5:28


    On today's newscast: SR 89A reopens between Sedona and Flagstaff, Trump expected to shrink national monuments, state regulators deny gold mining permit for Bradshaw Mountain sites, and more.

    Thursday, July 9, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 9, 2026 7:47


    On today's newscast: Feds investigate illnesses afflicting Grand Canyon boaters, lawsuit challenging transgender student-athlete ban dropped, DOJ threatens prosecutions if noncitizens found on voter rolls, and more.

    Tuesday, July 7, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 7, 2026 7:33


    On today's newscast: Grand Canyon river guide sets record for California to Hawaii row, Pocket Fire containment approaches 50%, powerful El Niño could bring much-needed moisture this winter, and more.

    Monday, July 6, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 6, 2026 5:05


    On today's newscast: Crews make progress on Pocket Fire, Arizona firefighter killed in Colorado remembered for bravery, Lake Powell water levels fall to lowest point this year, and more.

    Wednesday, July 1, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2026 6:01


    On today's newscast: Pocket Fire containment up to 20%, NIFC ups national preparedness level with elevated wildfire potential, Arizona to vote on transgender students' bathroom use, and more.

    Tuesday, June 30, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 30, 2026 6:36


    On today's newscast: Kaibab firefighter killed in blaze, anniversary of deadly Yarnell Hill Fire, wildfire causing bad air quality for Flastaff-area, guilty verdict for polygamous sect leader, and more.

    Monday, June 29, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 29, 2026 4:21


    On today's newscast: The latest updates on the Pocket Fire burning north of Sedona toward Flagstaff.

    Friday, June 26, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2026 10:30


    On today's newscast: Fire crews on Pocket Fire brace for winds, U.S. House committee advances mine cleanup legislation, Scott Thybony's Canyon Commentary, and more.

    Wednesday, June 24, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2026 7:13


    On today's newscast: Pocket Fire grows, APS could shut off power Saturday due to wildfire risk, dark sky lighting installed along I-40 and 17, and more.

    Tuesday, June 23, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2026 10:29


    On today's newscast: Pocket Fire evacuations lifted, Native American boarding school project nearly finished, Nancy Guthrie reported dead in months-old ransom note, and more.

    Monday, June 22, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 22, 2026 6:31


    On today's newscast: Pocket Fire threatens Oak Creek Canyon properties, three hikers die of heat-related causes in Grand Canyon, Gov. Katie Hobbs vetoes 88 bills in a single day, and more.

    Wednesday, June 17, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 17, 2026 11:59


    On today's newscast: Scientists detect forever chemicals in Grand Canyon springs, two lightning-caused wildfires in northwestern Arizona, Flagstaff company plans robotic space rescue mission to save telescope, and more.

    Tuesday, June 16, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 16, 2026 10:57


    On today's newscast: Crews work to contain two wildfires in northwestern Arizona, governor signs off on $18 billion state budget, exhibit reveals history of northern Arizona's Black lumberjacks, and more.

    Monday, June 15, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 15, 2026 6:55


    On today's newscast: Ex-Prescott officer guilty in shooting of unarmed man, Navajo Nation controller first to testify on ZenniHome, man dies in rappelling fall near Sedona, and more.

    Thursday, June 11, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 11, 2026 7:42


    On today's newscast: State lawmakers advanced $18 billion bipartisan budget proposal, Mohave County measles outbreak declared over, Navajo officials approve emergency drought declaration, and more.

    Wednesday, June 10, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 10, 2026 11:05


    On today's newscast: Containment hits 25% on Papa Fire near Flagstaff, lawmakers want to ban transportation of Mexican gray wolf pups, meteorologist Lee Born with the weekly forecast, and more.

    Tuesday, June 9, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 9, 2026 10:03


    On today's newscast: Papa Fire grows to 133 acres, Prescott council considers eminent domain to acquire property near airport, unease in Grand Canyon rafting community as water levels dwindle, and more.

    Monday, June 8, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 8, 2026 6:36


    On today's newscast: 18-year-old dies on Grand Canyon trail, officials target 'mid- to late summer' for Colorado River plan, USFS proposes thinning dead trees from North Rim fires, and more.

    Thursday, June 4, 2026

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2026 9:33


    On today's newscast: Lovers of the North Rim get first look after Dragon Bravo Fire, report says Colorado River leaders must act now, demand for minerals for manufacturing driving Arizona mining boom, and more.

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