Buffalo's Fire

Missing persons searches use drones, sonar and scent tracking dogs

From the first drumbeat to the last song, respect carries the tradition forward

The shells hold cultural importance and are sought after by artists and crafters — but finding them can be difficult

A concise guide to when, why and how to use Native American, American Indian or a tribal name—so you don’t trip over history, law or respectful language

South Dakota won’t redraw its districts until 2031, but advocates are already worried

Fraudsters abused Obamacare provision intended to help Indian Country

The administration has attacked tribal education second year in a row

Civic information, data, local news strengthen Native communities

‘The system often fails our relatives twice: once through violence and again through the paperwork’: Native LGBTQ+ community calls for data sovereignty, gender inclusive language and culturally relevant resources

The college student went missing in North Dakota on March 16, 2025

‘I just want to be able to hear my dad’s voice again,’ says Natasha-Marie Powassin

Mason Cree’s aunt learns he is missing through social media post

How we reported a story by listening to people and not quoting them

A powwow may feature several of these special events

Three Native businesses share how food connects them to family, community

Powwows dos and don'ts: UTTC International Powwow attendees share their rules for a fun and considerate event

Thousands of people, many on horses, expected to attend major historical and cultural event

Examining the systemic barriers, mortality rates, and the proposed tribal-managed Medicaid solutions aimed at closing South Dakota's life expectancy gap

Drilling project’s opponents have raised concerns about Native American petroglyphs in Craven Canyon

The agreement concerns the Black Elk Wilderness, a ‘place of profound spiritual, cultural, and historical importance’

Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe citizen Joseph Lafferty must agree to community service, other conditions

News comes as part of new push from BIA to address violent crime in tribal areas

Was there a culture of tolerance among school officials that allowed it to happen?

While proving a homicide without remains can be a challenge, conviction rates are high

North and South Dakota tribes issue joint statement

Davis says he’ll continue supporting Native communities as a member of the private sector

Supreme Court ruling did not settle whether private parties can sue under Section 2 in the tribes' map challenge

While new legislation aims to protect local customers from rising electricity rates, an Indigenous land conservation group is calling for a moratorium on data centers

Two tribes in North Dakota receive grants totaling more than $2 million

Festival attendees can participate in workshops on filmmaking and producing

Our Buffalo’s Fire Memorial Wall is open to descendants. Post your tribute and share your story

At the June 3 Government to Government Conference in Bismarck, leaders said proposed federal funding cuts threaten education, safety

High court orders appeals court to reconsider tribal voting rights lawsuit after recent ruling changed standards for racial gerrymandering cases

At graduation on the Standing Rock Reservation, students said tribal colleges protect culture, close support

Tourists, media, historians and tribal officials expected to drive up demand for high-speed internet during commemorative event

Diné College team wins two-day tournament

150 years after the "Greasy Grass" victory, the Lakota and Cheyenne are planning a massive 2026 commemoration—and still refuse a $1.5 billion settlement for their land

The first battle of the Great Sioux War ‘set the tone’ for the following 20 conflicts, including the Battle of the Little Bighorn

Northern Cheyenne Tribe leads recent planning meeting

Student Awards Banquet held last day of conference

Tribal college students travel through massive snowstorm to participate in annual education conference

Law named after fluent Lakota speaker Helen Red Feather

Little progress has been made despite 40 years of cleanup on Leech Lake Reservation

Great Lakes summit addresses recent Minnesota appeals court ruling saying possession is civil matter and the state lacks authority to prosecute tribal members on tribal lands

63 provisions of the bill are relevant to tribes. ‘Economic stability and cultural responsibility’ at stake, says co-chair of Native Farm Bill Coalition

Ruling is a loss for transparency and justice, plaintiffs say

Senator Lisa Murkowski received a Mandan name, Congresswoman Nancy Pelosi presented with blanket

Indigenous wisdom can build a more humane world 

A community voice argues the 1934 Indian Reorganization Act and the Three Affiliated Tribes constitution were imposed, citing election participation and representation concerns

A North Dakota redistricting lawsuit raises whether private plaintiffs can enforce Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act through 42 USC § 1983

Youth Night creates safe space for newcomers to the arena