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Winnemem Wintu Tribe complains of disruptions during ceremony (July 3, 2012)

The Winnemem Wintu Tribe of California says more disruptions than ever are occurring its coming-of-age ceremony. The U.S. Forest Service agreed to close a portion of the McCloud River to boaters. But instead of helping the tribe, the decision has...

Whaling commission renews subsistence limits for Alaska Natives (July 3, 2012)

The International Whaling Commission has renewed hunting quotas for Alaska Natives. Alaska Natives will be able to land as many as 336 bowhead whales from 2013 to 2018. The extension was approved by a vote of 48 to 10, Alaska's...

Oneida Nation employees oppose dismissal of local attorney suit (July 3, 2012)

Two Oneida Nation employees are opposing the dismissal of a lawsuit involving the attorney for Madison County, New York. The employees say John Campanie was paid twice for fighting the tribe's land claim -- once in his official position as...

Native man walking across Canada to seek changes to Indian Act (July 3, 2012)

Leo Baskatawang, from the Lac des Milles Lac First Nation, is walking across Canada to seek changes to the Indian Act and to raise awareness of Native issues. Baskatawang, 33, started the March 4 Justice in British Columbia on April...

Tesuque Pueblo police arrest man in connection with dog's death (July 3, 2012)

Police in Tesuque Pueblo arrested a man who is accused of killing a dog with a crowbar, The Santa Fe New Mexican reported. Pat Jimenez, 55, allegedly jumped a fence and killed the 7-year-old Dalmatian mix It's not clear if...

Coeur d'Alene Tribe helps gain recognition for famous jazz singer (July 3, 2012)

The Coeur d'Alene Tribe of Idaho is keeping the legacy of famed jazz singer Mildred Rinker Bailey alive. The tribe passed a resolution in honor of Bailey, whose Indian heritage was often ignored during the 1920s and 1930s. "She...

Kevin Abourezk: Ponca Tribe opens first fireworks stand in Lincoln (July 3, 2012)

"Alyssa Chapman just couldn’t wait one more day to spend the money she had saved for fireworks. So, on Monday, she visited the only fireworks stand open in Lincoln. “I’m just glad there’s just at least one place that sells...

Muscogee Nation holds rally for tribal provisions in VAWA update (July 3, 2012)

Members of the Muscogee Nation ran 36 miles in support of tribal provisions in S.1925, a bill to reauthorize the Violence Against Women Act. The Senate passed the bill in April. In May, the House approved H.R.4970 but it lacks...

Tribes asked to comment on off-shore wind plan for New England (July 3, 2012)

The Obama administration is asking tribes to comment on an environmental assessment for wind energy off the shores of Massachusetts and Rhode Island. The assessment identifies 164,000 acres for potential development. The goal is to determine which areas are suitable...

Native Sun News: Lakota College students inspire hope for youth (July 3, 2012)

The following story was written and reported by Karin Eagle, Native Sun News Staff Writer. All content © Native Sun News. From left, Pte Ska Win Poor Bear, Lyle Pilcher and Jason Alley discussing the Lakota Voice Project photo exhibit...

National Indian Education Study shows disparities in test results (July 3, 2012)

American Indian and Alaska Native students trail their counterparts in math and reading, according to the National Indian Education Study. In 2011, Native students scored 16 points lower on average in mathematics than non-Native students at grade 4 and 19...

Woman from Ute Tribe sues sheriff's department over traffic stop (July 3, 2012)

A female member of the Ute Tribe of Utah is suing the Duchesne County Sheriff's Office over a traffic stop last September. Veronica Wopsock was pulled over for speeding. In the lawsuit, she says deputy Derek Dalton took "indecent sexual...

Cherokee Nation awaits decision in Freedmen citizenship dispute (July 3, 2012)

The Cherokee Nation is hopeful for resolution on the citizenship status of the Freedmen, Chief Bill John Baker said.
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