President Donald Trump has nominated a former New Mexico congressman to lead the Bureau of Land Management. We’ll hear why Republicans are thrilled about his past support for oil and gas. Plus, one of Arizona’s own marching bands heads to the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.
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The new nominee is former New Mexico Republican Rep. Stevan Pearce. If confirmed, Pearce will have a lot of influence on public lands in the West. -
napong rattanaraktiya/Getty ImagesAt a conference of western governors in Arizona last week, the region’s energy future dominated the conversion as populations and the AI data center industry continue to grow and drive up demand. -
Kimes Ranch/HandoutHali Williams is one of the top breakaway ropers in the world. She's looking to defend her title at the Kimes Ranch Million Dollar Breakaway at WestWorld in Scottsdale. -
Amber Favela/KJZZDeliberations were ongoing Monday morning as President Donald Trump has pressed for a resolution by the end of the week. -
Jean Clare Sarmiento/KJZZJohn Hetrick, an avid reader based in the Valley, made it his mission to finish all 100 of the New York Times' top books of the 21st century. -
Northern Arizona University/HandoutNorthern Arizona University's marching band will bring about 250 students to New York City to perform through Heritage Square at the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade.
