Savannah Peters
Reporter
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Savannah is a reporter based out of Albuquerque, New Mexico. Her reporting centers on Indigenous communities and rural economies.
Latest Stories (326)
Why the travel and hospitality industries need business travel to make a comeback
Oct 24, 2022
Revenue from hosting companies' off-site meetings, client dinners and events both strengthens and steadies this industry's bottom line.
When prescribed burns spiral into devastating wildfires, who pays the price?
Oct 21, 2022
A prescribed burn that went awry in New Mexico has some questioning the value of the practice, but scientists say we need prescribed burns more than ever because of climate change.
Disappearance of Alaska snow crabs means some businesses might disappear, too
Oct 21, 2022
Scientists don't know exactly why some 7 billion crabs are missing from the waters around the state, but the impact on fishing-related industries is much less mysterious.
What are people who work from home doing with the time they're saving by not commuting?
Oct 20, 2022
We're sleeping and exercising more, and spending more time with family, among other things.
Tesla's move to sell cars on tribal lands highlights sovereignty
Oct 19, 2022
Tribal nations, just like states, strive to create a regulatory environment that may bring economic benefits.
What is the Clean Water Act's legacy as it turns 50?
Oct 18, 2022
The law is credited with cleaning up major pollution in U.S. waterways. Now, the Supreme Court is preparing to weigh in on its scope.
Black farmers' lawsuit points to limited remedies for past discrimination
Oct 13, 2022
A program to address USDA discrimination against Black farmers was revised after white farmers said it discriminated against them.
Holiday shopping will look different this year, with discounts coming early
Oct 10, 2022
Consumers can expect early and steep sales as retailers try to offload excessive inventory. Online shopping is expected to cool.
Why is it so hard to negotiate a Colorado River conservation deal?
Oct 6, 2022
It's been almost two months since the basin states blew past a federal deadline to negotiate major water conservation.
Global trade could slow down in the coming year, WTO says
Oct 5, 2022
The World Trade Organization predicts economic shocks like higher interest rates and energy prices will slow the growth of global trade in 2023.