Nate Hegyi
Stories
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Politics
Firefighters say they'll quit if their temporary pay boost isn't made permanent
A temporary boost in pay for wildland firefighters is set to expire in October. Some say they'll quit if Congress doesn't act to make it permanent.
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National
Inmates continue to die in tribal jails despite promises of reform
At least four inmates died and 46 others attempted suicide from July 2021 through June 2022, according to a new report. It is the most yearly deaths and attempted suicides recorded since 2016.
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Politics
Congress tasks a federal watchdog to examine Indian Affairs' troubled tribal jails
The jails program has come under fire for numerous deaths. NPR and Mountain West found a previous review was managed by a retired official who oversaw the facilities when some of the deaths occurred.
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Politics
Wildland firefighters are split on whether higher pay would keep them in the industry
Wildland firefighters will soon see big increases in pay and other benefits from the infrastructure bill. But firefighters are split on whether the changes are enough to keep them on the job.
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National
Las Vegas Raiders Fans Are Split On The Vaccine Requirement To Attend Games
A small number of NFL teams are requiring proof of vaccination to attend home games. Some fans say they're willing to give up their tickets rather than get the shot. Others are embracing the move.
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National
Hospitals In Northern Idaho Begin Rationing Care After COVID-19 Surge
Hospitals in that part of the state are under crisis standards of care — rationing services to the most in need. The area is skeptical of COVID-19 controls and has the nation's lowest vaccination rate
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Environment
In The West, 2 Conditions Are On A Collision Course: Drought And Growing Population
An epic drought and population explosion is draining Lake Mead and the Colorado River, which millions in the Southwestern U.S. rely on.
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National
New Wildfires Are At A 10-Year High In The Hot, Dry Western U.S.
Federal officials warn of a long, potentially dangerous summer of fire. Since January, more than a million acres have burned from more than 28,000 wildfires.
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National
The 'Concerned Citizen Who Happens To Be Armed' Is Showing Up At Protests
As anti-racism protests continue, people with guns are now coming to them. Rampant rumors of antifa violence draw some; others say they are protecting protesters.