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Home > News > More Headlines January 28, 2005 Off-reservation casinos spur action in California An influential tribal leader added his voice on Thursday to the growing number of California Indians concerned about off-reservation gaming. Richard Milanovich, chairman of the Agua Caliente Band of Cahuilla... Ousted Mescalero leader seeks recall of chairman The former president of the Mescalero Apache Nation of New Mexico is trying to recall the tribe's current leader Sara Misquez is leading the effort against President Mark Chino. She... Professor sparks controversy with 9/11-Nazi link A University of Colorado professor who is active on Indian issues is sparking controversy for comparing the victims of the September 11, 2001, terrorist attacks to Nazis. Ward Churchill, chairman... Column: Columbus Day is only a parade for protesters "The ironic truth about Denver’s October ritual is that if not for the protesters – those who will be arrested and those of us watching the shindig curbside - no... New Mexico infant law said to conflict with ICWA The New Mexico Indian Affairs Committee heard testimony on Thursday on a bill designed to ensure state law complies with the federal Indian Child Welfare Act . The state's Safe... Bingaman reintroduces Indian School Bus legislation Sen. Jeff Bingaman (D-New Mexico) introduced the Indian School Bus Route Safety Reauthorization Act on Thursday to provide more funds to improve school bus routes in Indian Country. The bill... Canada won't remove asbestos from Native homes The Canadian government says it won't pay to test or remove asbestos from at least 600 Native homes across the country. The Department of Indian and Northern Affairs audited records... Gila River Tribe's garden promotes healthy living The Gila River Indian Community of Arizona is tackling rising rates of diabetes and obesity among its youth. The tribe is introducing young Natives to the agricultural tradition of their... Tribally-owned bank helps expand Indian housing A bank owned by the Chickasaw Nation has greatly expanding housing opportunities for Indians in Oklahoma. According to federal statistics, Bank2's is the second-largest provider of Indian home loans. The... Review: 'Better-n-Indins' challenges stereotypes The Providence Journal gives a mixed yet upbeat review of "Better-n-Indins," an Indian-authored play that addresses stereotypes and misconceptions about Native Americans. The paper says "Better-n-Indins" is marred by amateur... Suit challenges South Dakota county's voting districts The American Civil Liberties Union filed a lawsuit on Friday against a South Dakota accused of diluting the voting rights of Native Americans. On behalf of four members of the... Meetings set in Mdewakanton trust fund lawsuit Two meetings in Nebraska will be held on Saturday to discuss the Mdewakanton trust mismanagement suit. The plaintiffs in Wolfchild v. US say the federal government breached its responsibilities by... One charge dropped against indicted Goshute leader The indicted chairman of the Skull Valley Band of Goshutes will face one less charge when his trial for stealing tribal funds and income tax fraud begins in April. Leon... Tribal officer won't be charged for deadly shooting A reserve police officer for the Suquamish Tribe of Washington won't face charges for fatally shooting a man last October. David Quichocho was justified in shooting Hunter M. Shearer because... Forum in Montana looks at ways to end racism Members of the Indian community in Billings, Montana, were among the participants in a forum that focused on ending racism in the city. Janine Pease, a member of the Crow... Blackfeet Nation testing building for asbestos The Blackfeet Nation of Montana closed its main administrative building on Monday over concerns about asbestos contamination. The tribe has begun testing the 30-year-old complex. Results should be back soon.... Dealer verifies reward for stolen Pueblo artifact A New Mexico antiques dealer with a checkered past says a $75,000 reward for the return of a stolen Pueblo kachina is real. Claudio Ortega of Santa Fe said an... Southern Ute Tribe elects Frost as new chairman The Southern Ute Tribe of Colorado elected Clement C. Frost as its new chairman on Thursday. Frost, a former chairman, won by a margin of 25 votes. His closest competitor...

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