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Historic Preservation
Legislation signed to protect Wounded Knee memorial site
South Dakota’s congressional delegation joins Wounded Knee descendants and supporters at site on 135th anniversary of the massacre
By Darren Thompson
Heritage
Crow tribe considers enrollment reset
To combat "death by numbers," Chairman Frank Whiteclay moves to classify all 14,289 current members as full-blooded, so future generations aren't erased by colonial math
James Giago Davies, Native Sun News Today
Treaty Rights
Oceti Sakowin Treaty Council calls for repeal of 1872 Mining Act, protection of He Sápa
Resolution adopted at the Dec 17 Oceti Sakowin Treaty Conference calls for permanent protection of He Sápa (Black Hills) and an end to mining claims
By Jodi Rave Spotted Bear
MMIP
Montana billboards demand justice for MMIP cases
The billboard project is expanding to Oregon
By Jolan Kruse
Heritage
Crow tribe considers enrollment reset
To combat "death by numbers," Chairman Frank Whiteclay moves to classify all 14,289 current members as full-blooded, so future generations aren't erased by colonial math
James Giago Davies, Native Sun News Today
Treaty Rights
Oceti Sakowin Treaty Council calls for repeal of 1872 Mining Act, protection of He Sápa
Resolution adopted at the Dec 17 Oceti Sakowin Treaty Conference calls for permanent protection of He Sápa (Black Hills) and an end to mining claims
By Jodi Rave Spotted Bear
MMIP
Montana billboards demand justice for MMIP cases
The billboard project is expanding to Oregon
By Jolan Kruse
Theater
‘BlueJay’s Canoe’ tackles Native life during pandemic and wildfires
Dramatic play reveals power of Indigenous stories and community
By Brian Bull
State Capitol
Indigenous voices speak loudly at Bismarck ‘No Kings’ rally
Thousands peacefully protest
By Gabrielle Nelson
Criminal Justice
South Dakota legislators to consider prison proposal
With crime rates dropping, a Native lawmaker is concerned over priorities
By Brian Bull
Video Etiquette
A traveler’s guide to Powwows: Understanding protocol and respectful participation
Powwows dos and don'ts: UTTC International Powwow attendees share their rules for a fun and considerate event
By Brian Bull
Sport
United Tribes Legends Softball Hall of Fame welcomes three players and two teams
The ceremony also honored players who have passed
By Gabrielle Nelson
Drums & Dreams
UTTC International Powwow flexes its cultural and economic muscle
Event draws thousands of participants and celebrants to Bismarck
By Brian Bull
Eagle Butte
Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe elder accused of threatening lives of federal officers
Joseph Lafferty also faces charges in tribal court for aggravated assault and terroristic threats
By Jolan Kruse
Heritage
UTTC agriculture students connect with Native roots
The SAGE Club at United Tribes Technical College teaches students about food sovereignty
By Gabrielle Nelson
Law Enforcement
Spirit Lake Nation responds to misconduct allegations at sheriff’s office, calls out ‘urgent need’ for responsive law enforcement
Benson County Deputy Chief Travis Carlson faces 13 charges. The sheriff and two others resign
By Jolan Kruse
Sovereignty
MHA Nation decriminalizes medical marijuana
Will full legalization follow? Tribal members talk cannabis at alterNATIVE Medicine Symposium
By Gabrielle Nelson
Opioid Aid
16 North Dakota organizations receive $8 million in opioid grants
The funding supports prevention and treatment services
By Alix Dobler
MMIP
What caused a splash in the Missouri River the night Renzo Bullhead disappeared?
Surveillance video released through records request shows disturbance in the water
By Brian Bull
Safe Aging
North Dakota ranked No. 2 for aging in place in national study
Short ER waits, affordable housing and strong meal delivery programs contribute to North Dakota’s high ranking for elder safety
By Buffalo's Fire
Crisis Response
North Dakota Legislature passes law aimed at tackling MMIP crisis
New law establishes interagency task force
By Alix Dobler
Vaccine Decline
State reports first measles case amidst declining vaccination rates
Large outbreak could burden local healthcare
Michael Standaert, North Dakota News Cooperative
Funding Fallout
Sudden cut of ‘politicized’ FEMA grants leaves North Dakota communities in the lurch
Cuts impact major projects in Lincoln, Washburn and Fessenden
Michael Standaert, North Dakota News Cooperative
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