WINDOW ROCK, Ariz. — Crystalyne Curley was reelected to serve for another two-year term as Speaker of the 25th Navajo Nation Council Jan. 27.

"My number one priority is my people—the ones who don’t have transportation, water, utilities, and who live five miles off the highway," Curley said. "We have to think outside the box on how we can get resources and dollars to our people and into the future."

The Navajo Nation Council Chamber was filled as the Council opened the Winter Session Jan. 27. Formal proceedings included the posting of colors by the Chinle High School ROTC, the Pledge of Allegiance led by Miss Navajo 2024-2025 Ranisha C. Begay, and the National Anthem performed by...

WINDOW ROCK, Ariz. — The 25th Navajo Nation Council will convene for the 2025 Winter Council Session Jan. 27 at 10 am in the Council Chamber, located in the nation’s capital of Window Rock, Ariz.

“The 25th Navajo Nation Council welcomes all visitors to the People’s House to take part in the 2025 Winter Council Session,” Crystalyne Curley, Speaker of the 25th Navajo Nation Council, said in a Jan. 24 press release. “Winter serves as a season for reflection and planning, and during this session, the Council will address key legislations that affect the well-being of our tribal members. It’s a time for unity, so we invite everyone to join us in this important legislative...

WINDOW ROCK, Ariz. — Members of the 25th Navajo Nation Council met with Arizona state legislators to discuss key Navajo priorities during the 30th Indian Nations and Tribes Legislative Day at the Arizona State Capitol.

Navajo Nation Speaker Crystalyne Curley met with Arizona Senate President Warren Petersen Jan. 16 to discuss a proposal addressing dual taxation on the Navajo Nation.

“Encouraging private business development is crucial for our economy, but when entrepreneurs face dual taxation from both the Nation and the state, many choose to set up elsewhere, depriving us of revenue,” Curley explained.

She emphasized that while the Nation cannot eliminate taxes, the proposed...

WINDOW ROCK, Ariz. — The Naabik’íyáti’ Committee called on the Navajo Nation President Buu Nygren Jan. 23 to take urgent action to address concerns about Immigration and Customs Enforcement raids in Arizona, New Mexico, and Utah, as reported by Navajo citizens and state officials. These raids have sparked significant fear, especially among tribal members in urban areas who face challenges with documentation.

The update was presented by agents from the Navajo Nation Office of Vital Records, Department of Justice, Division of Children and Family Services, and the Navajo Nation Human Rights Commission.

Navajo Nation Council Speaker Crystalyne Curley emphasized the immediate need...