Flagstaff Celebrates Route 66, Dark Skies, and Pride with Packed Festival Calendar
High-elevation mountain town near the Grand Canyon offers dozens of festivals throughout 2026.
Discover Flagstaff Adds AI Travel Planning Tool
Alleged Hazing Death Leads to Fraternity Arrests, Shutdown at Northern Arizona University
Crime
Alleged Hazing Death Leads to Fraternity Shutdown at Northern Arizona University
College freshman dies from alcohol poisoning during fraternity rush event, prompting arrests and permanent closure of Delta Tau Delta chapter

Arizona University student dies from fraternity hazing
Freshman Colin Daniel Martinez died of alcohol poisoning after being forced to drink excessive vodka at a Delta Tau Delta party.
Preliminary Report Released on Fatal DPS Helicopter Crash in Flagstaff
Investigators found no evidence of ballistic damage, but the cause of the crash remains unclear.
Lifestyle
Arizona Picks Winning Names for Annual Snowplow Naming Contest
Clearopathra, Blizzard Wizard, Scoopy-Doo, and Saltimus Prime chosen from over 10,000 votes

Navajo Nation report cites discrimination in Gallup-McKinley schools; AG finds troubling practices
A report by the Navajo Nation Human Rights Commission describes harsh discipline of Navajo students, pervasive discrimination, and a climate of fear in the Gallup-McKinley County Schools district.
Sugar Sugar Brings Clean Beauty to Flagstaff with New Studio
Organic sugaring hair removal and non-toxic spray tanning now available in Northern Arizona
Sports
Montana State Bobcats Favored at Northern Arizona Lumberjacks
Can the Bobcats' three-point attack overcome the Skydome altitude?

Portland State's Terri Miller Jr. leads team against Northern Arizona
Vikings guard scored 22 points in previous win over Sacramento State
Sulpizio Ties School Record in Pole Vault at NAU Tune-Up Meet
Pima Community College track and field teams compete at NAU Tune-Up