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KNAU update for April 28

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KNAU Insider prEview – April 28st, 2017
KNAU: Edward R Murrow Awards
KNAU is honored to have been awarded 3 regional Edward R Murrow Awards for Excellence in Journalism. Aaron Granillo won Best Writing for his Apache Chef piece, and in Investigative Reporting for his Polygamous Town Lawsuit piece. Melissa won Best Sports Reporting for her Boxing Benefits Parkinsons piece.

Murrow Award winning stories put public interest above all else, provide a catalyst for public discussion, and adhere to the RTDNA Code of Ethics. Of the awards given to journalists, the Murrow Awards are among the most respected in the world.
Earth Notes: Cosmos and Victor Mindeleff
Several years after John Wesley Powell navigated the Colorado River in 1869, he sent two brothers to the Southwest-not to run rapids but to research the region’s archaeological sites and Indian pueblos. Learn more at KNAU.org.
Jury Deliberation Suspended in Jones Trial

Jury deliberations in the Northern Arizona University shooting trial have been suspended over part of the prosecution’s closing arguments. As a result, attorneys for defendant Steven Jones have asked the judge to declare a mistrial. Learn more at KNAU.org.
Order Would Force Review of Arizona National Monuments
Grand Canyon

The designations of four national monuments in Arizona will be up for review as a result of an executive order signed Thursday by President Trump. It directs Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke to evaluate monuments of more than 100,000 acres created since 1996. Learn more at KNAU.org.
State Health Officials Launch Zika Awareness Campaign
State health officials have begun an education campaign aimed at halting the spread of the mosquito-borne Zika virus. It’ll include billboards, radio announcements and digital ads to raise awareness of how to prevent mosquito bites. Learn more at KNAU.org.
Arizona Board Of Education Updates School Grading System

The Arizona Board of Education has restructured how public schools are going to be graded. The Arizona Republic reported Monday that schools will still be rated based on A-F letter grades, but a new set of criteria will be used for both elementary and high schools. Learn more at KNAU.org.