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1 month ago

Senator marks anniversary of Emily Pike's discovery, urges changes to 'Turquoise Alert' criteria A senator asked the Senate for a moment of silence on Feb. 12, 2026 to mark the one‑year anniversary since 14‑year‑old Emily Pike was found; the senator urged amendments to the Turquoise Alert and referenced 'Emily's Law' to broaden qualifying criteria for missing children.

On the somber anniversary of Emily Pike's tragic discovery, a senator calls for urgent changes to the Turquoise Alert system to ensure no child slips through the cracks again.

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6 months ago

Washington Elementary School District Acknowledges Indigenous Lands at Governing Board Meeting Washington Elementary School District recognizes ancestral lands of O'odham communities during meeting.

The Washington Elementary School District has taken a powerful step by honoring Indigenous communities with a heartfelt land acknowledgment at their latest governing board meeting.

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11 months ago

Senator Warner discusses safety measures for missing indigenous individuals Senator Warner initiates investigation into alarming reports of missing indigenous children.

Senator Warner's emotional address on the Senate floor highlights the urgent need for change in the tragic cases of missing and murdered Indigenous people, igniting hope for systemic reform.

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1 year ago

Arizona tribal leaders push for Amber Alert style bill to address missing indigenous persons Arizona leaders urged to prioritize legislation addressing missing and murdered indigenous people, especially women.

Tribal leaders in Arizona are calling for urgent action on missing and murdered Indigenous women, pushing for a groundbreaking Amber Alert-style bill to protect vulnerable communities.

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