Press Room
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Shiprock First Responders Building Opens To Strengthen Public Safety and Emergency Response
New Shiprock First Responders Building strengthens Navajo Nation public safety with police, fire, EMS and emergency response services.
President Nygren Names New DOJ Nominees, Challenges Council: ‘If There’s Nothing to Hide, Why Fear an Independent AG?’
President Nygren nominates JoAnn Jayne and Kris Beecher to lead DOJ, urging the Council to pursue a fair confirmation process and support independence.
President Nygren Approves Agreement Supporting Tribal Enrollment Services in Crownpoint
President Nygren approves a BIA agreement allowing NOVRI to continue providing Tribal Enrollment and identification services from Crownpoint.
Reviving Navajo Windmills to Strengthen Water Access Across the Nation
Navajo Nation restores aging windmills in Dennehotso and LeChee, improving rural water access for families, livestock owners, and communities.
President Nygren Celebrates Opening of New Kayenta Regional Communication Center
New Kayenta and Shiprock communication centers will modernize Navajo Nation emergency response with 24/7 dispatch, mapping and NG911 technology.
USDOT Discussions Focus on Strengthening Transportation in Tribal Communities
USDOT and Navajo leaders discuss transportation infrastructure, tribal self-governance, safety, funding and workforce development across Navajo communities.
Sage Memorial Hospital Celebrates 96 Years of Service
USDOT and Navajo leaders discuss transportation infrastructure, tribal self-governance, safety, funding and workforce development across Navajo communities.
President Nygren Congratulates Notah Begay III on Receiving the 2026 Payne Stewart Award
President Nygren congratulates Notah Begay III on receiving the 2026 Payne Stewart Award, honoring his character, service, and work for Native youth.!
President Nygren Approves $216,761 in Road Maintenance Across Northern and Western Agencies
President Nygren approves $216,761 for road maintenance across 86.49 miles in Northern and Western Agencies, supporting safer travel and school routes
President Nygren Approves Business Site Lease for Silver Coin, Inc. in Chinle
President Nygren approves a 25-year lease for Silver Coin, supporting $150,000 in improvements, local services, jobs, and economic growth in Chinle.