August 18, 2011
Navajo woman chairing board of supervisors in Arizona county
Lena Fowler, a member of the Navajo Nation, is the first American Indian to chair the board of supervisors in Coconino County, Arizona. Fowler started her position on Monday,...
Duane Champagne: Incorporate indigenous theory into policies
"In the old days the vision of the present and future was often given in the creation and moral teachings of the community. In indigenous communities, often those visions emphasized...
Eastern Cherokees want tribal prosecutor to assist US Attorney
Leaders of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians want their tribal prosecutor to work more closely with the U.S. Attorney's Office for the Western District of North Carolina. The tribal...
Navajo police arrested school board president for intoxication
The president of a public school board on the Navajo Nation was arrested late last month on a public intoxication charge. Central Consolidated School District Board President Matthew Tso, 32,...
Native Sun News: Plea deal reached for branding of Navajo man
The following story was written and reported by Kate Saltzstein. All content © Native Sun News. FARMINGTON, NEW MEXICO. –– Two men accused of kidnapping and branding a swastika on...
KCAW: Alaska Native students learn about each other's culture
"A group of students from Sitka are in Kodiak this week for the second half of an exchange with the Woody Island tribe. Like many exchange programs, this one aims...
Investing: NativeOne represents tribal interests on Wall Street
"Although casinos and other businesses have helped Native American tribes amass an estimated $50 billion in capital, some tribal leaders feel they're still being ignored by Wall Street. The answer:...
Tina Marie Osceola: BIA budget must address cultural resources
"When canvassing the myriad of Tribes, national associations, lobbyists and lawyers, and tribal leaders there is one issue that is glaringly absent from all of the dialogue: Funding for National...
Opinion: Removing roadblocks for dental care in Indian Country
"Recent postings at Indian Country Today Media Network have highlighted roadblocks that stand in the way of many Native Americans receiving quality oral health care. It is apparent that there...
History: Indian men -- and women -- take to the wrestling ring
"Aboriginal wrestlers over the years haven't always agreed on how their heritage should be portrayed and exploited for professional wrestling's gain. Some were comfortable with the headdress and the...
Blackfeet Nation chooses T.J. Show as new chairman of council
T.J. Show is the new chairman of the Blackfeet Nation of Montana. Show replaces Willie Sharp Jr., who resigned unexpectedly on Friday due to conflicts with other council members. Show...
Santa Clara Pueblo still reeling from devastation caused by fire
Santa Clara Pueblo in northern New Mexico saw 17,000 acres of its reservation destroyed by the recent Los Conchas Fire. The tribe is receiving $3 million in federal funds...
Indian Market working on tax issue as opening day approaches
With the opening of the Santa Fe Indian Market quickly approaching, organizers are working with city and state officials to resolve a tax issue. According to the state of New...
Chickasaw Nation leaders to get big pay raises under new plan
The two top leaders of the Chickasaw Nation of Oklahoma will receive a big boost in their salaries under a resolution that's being considered tomorrow. Gov. Bill Anoatubby's annual salary...
Osage Nation to settle trust mismanagement lawsuit for $380M
The Osage Nation of Oklahoma is settling its trust mismanagement lawsuit for $380 million. The tribe sued the federal government in the U.S. Court of Federal Claims 11 years ago....
HUD orders Lumbee Tribe to repay over $98K for misusing funds
The Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina must repay over $98,000 to the Department of Housing and Urban Development. An audit by HUD found that the tribe misused a grant. Some...
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