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Cherokee culture is best protected when it’s celebrated and shared.
A Republican politician who derided Indigenous Peoples’ Day as “fake” is Donald Trump’s running mate.
A federal judge who was once praised for his work in understanding Native issues resigned following an investigation into sexual misconduct.
The Klamath Tribes are seeking justice following the deaths of two young sisters from their community in Oregon.
Chuck Hoskin: Cherokee Nation supports our workforce (July 1, 2024)
The Cherokee Nation strives to be a great place to work, because we want the best and brightest to serve our community. 
Smithsonian celebrates Indigenous cultures in nation’s capital (June 27, 2024)
For the first time in the history of the Smithsonian Folklife Festival, the multi-day celebration in the nation’s capital focuses entirely on Indigenous peoples. 
A chaotic and heated scene played out in the nation’s capital as a Native activist advocated for tribal sovereignty on the steps of the highest court in the land.
Candi Brings Plenty discusses Indigenous womb sovereignty at the U.S. Supreme Court on June 24, 2024.
Candi Brings Plenty delivers a land acknowledgment in front of the U.S. Supreme Court on June 24, 2024.
Cronkite News: Supreme Court rules in domestic violence case (June 24, 2024)
The U.S. Supreme Court upheld a ban on gun possession by domestic abusers with a a ruling that came as a huge relief to advocates for survivors. 
A half dozen Indigenous leaders are getting a boost for incorporating traditional connections with making people and their communities better.
Mental health conditions tops the list of causes for pregnancy-related deaths in a recent study by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.
Native voters have traditionally supported Democrats, and that has made a significant difference in key races across the United States.
Native America Calling: Basketball is in the air (May 30, 2024)
Native basketball fans have a lot to see on the court when it comes to the NBA and the WNBA. 
Navajo Nation President Buu Nygren hosts a press conference on May 28, 2024.
Native America Calling: Miss Indian World Kassie John (May 9, 2024)
Diné multimedia artist Kassie John is the newest cultural ambassador to wear the Miss Indian World crown. 
Native people are affected by Arizona’s efforts to solidify a strict ban on abortions — and other states with substantial Native populations are trying to do the same.
Native sisters, a Native artist’s art installation and a tribe’s fight against an oil pipeline are the subject of new films.
Cronkite News: First Native woman in space shares unique journey (April 9, 2024)
“The idea of being an astronaut hadn’t even entered my mind at this point,” Marine Col. Nicole Mann told college students. 
Numerous studies over the years point out the overrepresentation of Native women in U.S. prisons. Even Native girls are incarcerated at higher rates.
Bestselling Blackfeet writer Stephen Graham Jones caps off his horror trilogy with The Angel of Indian Lake.
Native America Calling: The state of Native agriculture on The Menu (March 29, 2024)
What’s on The Menu? The state of Native agriculture, wild onion season and Native matriarchs. 
“It’s people like Lily who are paving the way for a better tomorrow, and as you can see hard work, it does take you a long way,” said Blackfeet Nation council member Pat Armstrong.
Kaiser Health News: Native communities hit by epidemic of syphilis (March 22, 2024)
“Syphilis is deadly to babies. It’s highly infectious, and it causes very severe outcomes,” said Meghan Curry O’Connell of the Great Plains Tribal Leaders’ Health Board.
Indigenous women are confronting past abuses of medical professionals who claimed to be working in their best interests.
Native America Calling: Meet the 2024 NCAIED 40 under 40 (March 14, 2024)
The National Center for American Indian Enterprise Development is celebrating young leaders at the Reservation Economic Summit. 
President Joe Biden delivered a combative State of the Union that laid out his achievements and baited Republicans for not doing more.
Native America Calling: Oscar buzz (March 8, 2024)
Native people are up for a historic three Academy Awards for their roles in “Killers of the Flower Moon.” 
Native America Calling: High profile Alaska murder trial fans past MMIP trauma (February 23, 2024)
A jury convicted Brian Steven Smith for the murders of two Alaska Native women, following a trial that attracted international attention. 
A hearing is taking in a discrimination and harassment lawsuit filed by a Navajo woman against the National Organization for Women.
RECAP: National Congress of American Indians opens winter session (February 16, 2024)
The National Congress of American Indians opened its executive council winter session in Washington, D.C. 
VIDEO: Rep. Mary Peltola (D-Alaska) at National Congress of American Indians (February 16, 2024)
Rep. Mary Peltola (D-Alaska) addresses the National Congress of American Indians on February 14, 2024. 
VIDEO: Rep. Sharice Davids (D-Kansas) at National Congress of American Indians (February 16, 2024)
Rep. Sharice Davids (D-Kansas) addresses the National Congress of American Indians on February 14, 2024. 
VIDEO: Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan at National Congress of American Indians (February 13, 2024)
Minnesota Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan (D) addresses the National Congress of American Indians. 
VIDEO: Secretary Deb Haaland on sovereignty and Native women’s safety (February 13, 2024)
Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland delivers remarks about tribal sovereignty and Native women’s safety. 
VIDEO: Dolly Tatofi performs Native Hawaiian oli (February 13, 2024)
Dolly Tatofi performs a Native Hawaiian oli, or chant, in Washington, D.C. 
Cronkite News: Arizona a battleground for reproductive rights (January 24, 2024)
In the 51 years since the U.S. Supreme Court recognized – and then reversed – federal abortion protections, advocates and opponents have fought constantly over reproductive rights.
Osage Nation celebrates historic Oscar nominations (January 23, 2024)
The Osage Nation is celebrating a major milestone for a film that shares an otherwise difficult time in the tribe’s history. 
Native America Calling: The Barbie Mankiller Controversy (December 8, 2023)
Join the conversation as Native America Calling dives into the controversy over the Wilma Mankiller Barbie doll. 
The new leader of the nation’s largest inter-tribal advocacy organization is calling for unity and healing following a well-attended but sometimes contentious meeting.
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