*CORRECTION: Emerson Nez's title should be Tuba City President* READ MORE

The Navajo Nation has issued a curfew to all people that live there starting tonight. The curfew will start at 8 pm and be in place until 5 am every day. This comes with the rise of 128 COVID-19 cases reported, with 2 deaths confirmed on Friday. READ MORE

Governor Doug Ducey has issued a state-wide stay at home order effective March 31 at 5 p.m. Businesses that have been ruled essential can stay open. READ MORE

UPDATE: There has been a second death in Coconino County, according to the County's Health Department. READ MORE

The first COVID-19 related death has been confirmed by the Coconino County Health and Human Services. They said that "the individual was a male in his 50s with underlying health conditions". READ MORE

BREAKING -- The Coconino National Forest has just announced it is closing recreation areas and day-use sites due to the COVID-19 Pandemic. Here is the news release: READ MORE

It didn't last long, but the fire at I-40 and Butler Avenue sent flames high into the sky Monday night. NAZ Today's Aaron Vitatoe Shot this video. READ MORE

A  gasoline tanker caught fire on eastbound I-40 near the Butler overpass Monday night, with flames visible throughout the city. DPS officers say the driver made it out beforehand and is okay. Her husband joined her in the hospital. Eastbound traffic is now open on the freeway.  READ MORE

NAU is poised to join Arizona State and the University of Arizona in moving classes online for the rest of the semester. NAU President Rita Cheng announced last week that classes would be canceled for at least two weeks after this week's spring break. Today, NAU's COVID website announced tha… READ MORE

The body of a deceased female found on Friday near Sunset Crater National Monument has been identified as 27-year-old Sasha Krause of New Mexico. Krause has been missing since January 18th. Her fingerprints were taken at the scene and were matched with the Texas Motor Vehicle Department's Dr… READ MORE

Arizona Senator Kyrsten Sinema (D) has been facing criticism by Democrats who believe that she has been voting too conservatively. She spoke to student veterans at Northern Arizona University’s Veteran Success Center about their transition from service member to student. This is an issue tha… READ MORE

Coconino National Forest has updated a forest order that restricts an additional 25,000 acres near residential areas from camping and camp fires. Reporter Cristiana Ramos talked to Public Affairs officer Brady Smith who says the forest order will help reduce the number of wildfires in Flagst… READ MORE

Researchers at NAU received an award from the U.S. Air Force to find cybersecurity solutions to prevent future attacks. NAZ Today's Christian Ayala gives us details on the 6 million dollar award. Cybersecurity Researcher Bertrand Canbou says that cybersecurity is a major issue and without it… READ MORE

NAZ Today has concluded its new broadcasts until the fall semester. Graduating seniors Makayla Clark and Conor Sweetman are moving on from positions as student reporters and say thank you to NAZ Today viewers for their continued support. The final broadcast will air 6 p.m. through May 3.  READ MORE

**Trigger Warning** This video contains details of sexual assault that may be triggering or upsetting for some viewers. READ MORE

Local engineer Jim Corning has a passion for flight, and he has created a single-seat aircraft called “The Fan Flyer." While Corning's design is tailored to manufacturer Boeing’s flight competition, he says new models are also being adapted for production. With a possible height ceiling of 1… READ MORE

The Flagstaff Family Food Center is one of many organizations helped by Arizona Gives Day on Tuesday. The thirteenth annual event encouraged donations to non-profit organizations across the state. Monica Foos, Family Food Center Executive Director, says an anonymous donor put up $4,000 to ma… READ MORE

Not only is the Flagstaff airport bringing daily flights to Denver starting Wednesday, but American Airlines will also be offering flights to Dallas as well. To accommodate the new flights the airport has put up more signs, incorporated new security flow to integrate more passengers. Barney … READ MORE

Last week we told you about a local group that runs a seed library for gardeners. But they also swap seeds and on Friday, Flagstaff Foodlink held its annual Seed Swap. At the gathering, many learned how to plant seeds, with the most common being vegetables and native flowers. When starting a… READ MORE

The soon-to-be completed Molly Blank Jewish Community Center suffered extensive damage, its walls defaced with what may be swastikas. The synagogue is closed and police are investigating whether the attack could be considered a hate crime. READ MORE

Flagstaff Police are mourning the death of officer Daniel Beckwith, whose body was found in his Mesa home on Tuesday. Investigators say the officer, who was on paid leave, is an apparent victim of suicide. READ MORE

Summer reservations for Fossil Creek begin April 1 when parking permits are officially available for purchase. Permit prices are down this year from $10 to $6 and typically sell out quickly. READ MORE

The first major snow storm of the year in northern Arizona is expected to arrive tomorrow. Flagstaff may get up to one foot of snow by the end of the weekend. With fires and blizzards being northern Arizona's top threat it is important to be prepared for these events. READ MORE

Election season has come to a close! Flagstaff will be seeing some new faces in its city government, including independent council women Regina Salas. Salas plans on reviewing and improving the budget for the coming fiscal year and hiring a city manager within her first 6 months. Salas will … READ MORE

Due to a promising forecast Snowbowl has opened a week early and snow enthusiast couldn’t be more excited about it. Snowbowl General manager, J.R Murray stated that this early opening is due to great weather and their man made snow which has helped kick off an awesome early opening. After a … READ MORE

Prop 417 has brought confusion about what it would have done. The Prop would not have added any new taxes, but would have renewed a 20 year old secondary tax for the next seven years. READ MORE

Arizona Snowbowl plans to open this Friday, November 16. Snowbowl says it will be the first ski area to open in the state of Arizona. Starting Friday at 9:00 am, lifts will be open with access to four intermediate routes and beginner area as well. Snow making continues throughout the week ah… READ MORE

For the first time in 20 years, Lee's Ferry boat ramp is being restocked with rainbow trout. Caches in the lower portions of the river have been decreasing for some time. If needed, officials will restock again in April. READ MORE

The Williams Police Department is the first in the state of Arizona to use gun mounted cameras for its officers. READ MORE

There are many activities taking place this weekend all across Northern Arizona! Learn how to make tamales and tortillas at Fort Tuthill on Saturday. This class is $17 a person and begins at 9 a.m. Catch a showing of Elf Jr. The Musical at Sinagua Middle School at 2 and 9 p.m. Tickets vary f… READ MORE

Record numbers of midterm voters have been reported across the country. Results for the Coconino County midterm elections have been tallied, with the exception of a third city council member. The winners for Coconino County positions are announced.  READ MORE

Everyone likes to see a record be broken and this voting election may have just done that. News reporter Conor Sweetman gives us detailed look into the voter turnout! READ MORE

Jonathan Nez has been elected as Tribal President of the Navajo Nation. According to the Navajo Election Administration, Nez beat Joe Shirley, former Navajo President, with nearly 40,000 votes. Voters also rejected a proposal to increase the salaries of the President and Vice President. READ MORE

Homecoming is upon Northern Arizona University, many event will be taking place throughout the weekend. READ MORE

Homecoming has come for Northern Arizona University which many find synonymous with Tequila Sunrise. Audrey Deguzman is the general manager at The Mayor. She informs NAZ Today of the special beverages that will be served throughout the morning and how they plan on serving so many early risers. READ MORE

Friday is the final day to request an early ballot for the midterm election. Voters on the permanent early voters list should have already received the ballots. If one has not received an early voting ballot or wishes to request a ballot, contact the Coconino County Elections Office. READ MORE

Northern Arizona may be in for a wet winter. The National Weather Service says there is a 38% chance of a higher than normal snowfall. Local Officials say they are already communicating with different Flagstaff groups in preparation. READ MORE

NAZ Today Reporter Makayla Clark shares insight to the double life sentencing of Derek Barnett, as he will be behind bars for the rest of his life. However, despite conviction, Barnett says he is innocent. READ MORE

Coconino Humane society has been the sole contractor for animal control in the county, until today.  Second Chance shelter, located in Doney Park will be re-opening under a new contract and a new name. Paw placement of Northern Arizona signed 5-year deal today, which includes an agreement to… READ MORE

Coconino County reached a new record of registered voters, surpassing its previous high mark of about 81thousand registers. According to the Coconino County Recorder's Office, the total number of registered voters is just over 83 thousand. READ MORE

Prescott police are investigating a counterfeiting scheme in a Prescott Costco. Police say three suspects, Debra Hernandez, Robert Kunard, and Robert Greves were allegedly attempting to pass out fake one-hundred-dollar bills. Each of the suspects were found with counterfeit bills and will fa… READ MORE

The Grand Canyon is under tight water restrictions due to several breaks in the Transcanyon Pipeline. The breaks have been repaired and the debris has been cleared. However, the park will maintain at a Level 2 Water Conservation until the storage tanks reach sustainable levels. No word on wh… READ MORE

U.S. Highway 89 near Cameron reopened after flooding washed away the roadbed last week. One person was killed in an car accident resulting from the washout, and all traffic to and from the northern part of the state was forced to take a 190-mile detour. READ MORE

Strong storms hit Northern Arizona late last night causing major damage to U.S. Highway 89. The major highway, located north of Flagstaff, will be closed for several days after flood waters washed away part of the road. According to Arizona Department of Transportation, the flood waters erod… READ MORE