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US judge halts plan to transfer Oak Flat land for contested Arizona copper mine
A U.S. district judge on Friday temporarily halted the federal government’s plans to transfer Oak Flat in eastern Arizona for a massive copper mining project amid protests by Native American groups that consider the area sacred.
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5 Arizona lakes for Memorial Day weekend fun
Memorial Day is one of the most popular times to get outside and enjoy the natural landscape. Here are five Arizona lakes where you can have fun that weekend.
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Suffer from arachnophobia? New NAU study points to a cure
If you suffer from arachnophobia (fear of spiders), there’s hope: A new treatment plan from NAU has shown promising results.
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Summer in Arizona: How to hike safely in the heat
Beat the heat with Arizona’s summer hiking guide! Stay hydrated, protect your skin, and explore cooler trails at varying elevations.
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AI-generated video gave victim a voice at his killer’s sentencing in Arizona
In what’s believed to be a first in U.S. courts, Christopher Pelkey’s family used AI to create a video using his likeness to give him a voice.
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Indigenous people raise awareness about their missing and murdered
Indigenous people across North America are calling this week for sustained responses to the violence in their communities, much of it against women and girls.
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Arizona Travel ID required by May 7: Are you ready?
The Arizona Travel ID requirement takes effect May 7, 2025. Find out how to get your hands on one.
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As measles spreads, vaccination rates continue to decline
Health professionals say mixed messaging from top officials along with widespread misinformation is contributing to declining vaccination rates, particularly in rural counties where health care access is already limited.
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Anti-trans bills and executive orders are reshaping campus life in Arizona
Lawmakers across the country are introducing anti-trans bills at increasing rates. Members of ASU’s queer community say this has left them feeling unsafe and vulnerable.
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Here’s how to enter The Copper Courier’s third annual poetry contest
The winner of our third annual Copper Courier poetry contest will be invited to be a featured reader at our July open mic in Phoenix.
