Wilhoit News

Les Stukenberg/The Daily Courier, file Heavy air tankers like #68 piloted by Del Hunt were a huge factor in halting the Indian fire 10 years ago, but only 11 remain on Forest Service contract today, compared to 43 a decade ago.

The Bureau of Land Management is recommending a 20-year ban on new uranium mining claims for more than 1 million acres of federal land near the Grand Canyon.

Almost a decade ago, No Child Left Behind's creators had the right goals in mind - academic proficiency for all students, transparent reporting of school performance and a laser focus on holding states, districts and schools accountable for student achievement.

Although U.S. Secretary of Education Arne Duncan ultimately decides which states get relief from key requirements of the No Child Left Behind Act, a group of outside judges will wield tremendous influence in deciding states' fates.