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Lumbee Voters Reject Casino Amendment in Landmark Tribal Election
Citizens of the Lumbee Tribe of North Carolina voted Tuesday to reject a constitutional amendment that would have cleared the way for tribal gaming and a proposed casino resort development in Robeson County, dealing a significant setback to tribal leaders who had promoted gaming as a pathway to economic sovereignty and long-term prosperity. According to […] The post Lumbee Voters Reject Casino Amendment in Landmark Tribal Election appeared first on Native News Online.
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- Lifestyle
Not everything is for you: Notes on pluralism during Pride
Minnesota’s governor has officially proclaimed June Pride Month. The proclamation is not a catechism. It is part of the state’s commitment to pluralism. Minnesota has long depended on a particular civic habit: People who disagree about fundamental questions nevertheless share public institutions. The state includes churches, mosques, synagogues, secular neighborhoods, immigrant communities, tribal nations, and […]
6 min readMinnesota Reformer
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He's wine country's reluctant casino mogul. His new novel is rich with Native history
Tribal Chairman Greg Sarris opens up about discovering his Native lineage at 30, overcoming exclusion and turning trauma into literary inspiration with his new novel 'The Last Human Bear.'
11 min read
Los Angeles Times - Sports
Mike Bianchi: When did American sports fans become the hooligans?
ORLANDO, Fla. — There was a time when Americans looked across the Atlantic and congratulated themselves on the supposed superiority of our sports culture. European soccer fans, we were told, were the unruly ones. They were the hooligans. They were the ones who turned passion into menace, tribal loyalty into street fights and defeat into disorder. In 1994, when the World Cup was held in Central ...
6 min readOrlando Sentinel
- World
Indigenous cultural practices are a climate solution, report finds
Indigenous lands are recognized as crucial for climate mitigation and resilience. New research shows their health is a direct result of the people who inhabit and steward them.
4 min read
Grist - World
Discover the origins of Ontario County communities | Exclusive
Explore the complex history of Ontario County, from Native American roots to the founding of its local towns.
Democrat and Chronicle16 min read - US
Lumbee voters reject amendment on future of Robeson County casino plan
A majority of Lumbee voters opposed the plan to build a casino, hotel and golf complex on tribal land off Interstate 95.
2 min readABC11 Eyewitness News
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City Ordered to Stop a Construction Project Four Years After Unearthing a Native Burial Ground
A California county court ruled earlier this month that the City of Corona must stop construction on a wastewater project to protect Native American remains uncovered at the site. In March 2022, the City of Corona, Calif., unearthed human remains during construction on a project to expand the city’s wastewater infrastructure. The Riverside County Coroner […] The post City Ordered to Stop a Construction Project Four Years After Unearthing a Native Burial Ground appeared first on Native News Onlin
2 min read - US
Trump Wants to Unleash ‘America First’ Fishing. What’s He Really Doing?
When Kekuewa Kikiloi boarded a research vessel to visit the northwestern Hawaiian islands in 2002, he didn’t know what to expect. Kikiloi grew up on O‘ahu, but like a lot of Native Hawaiians, he had never had the opportunity to visit the uninhabited islands and atolls scattered to the west of the main islands. What […] The post Trump Wants to Unleash ‘America First’ Fishing. What’s He Really Doing? appeared first on Native News Online.
8 min read - US
Mary Peltola Campaign Launches New Ad Highlighting Support for Veterans and Military Families
Native Vote 2026 The U.S. Senate campaign of former U.S. Representative Mary Peltola (Yup’ik) on Tuesday unveiled a new television advertisement highlighting her record of supporting veterans, servicemembers, and military families across Alaska. The 30-second ad, titled “Military Mom,” emphasizes Peltola’s personal connection to military service as the mother of two members of the U.S. […] The post Mary Peltola Campaign Launches New Ad Highlighting Support for Veterans and Military Families appe
2 min read - Entertainment
Paul Heyman Says Vince McMahon Initially Rejected Roman Reigns’ ‘Tribal Chief’ Name
Former WWE CEO Vince McMahon originally rejected Roman Reigns‘ now-famous nickname, per Paul Heyman. Following his return to action in 2020, Roman Reigns ushered in a new character known as “The Tribal Chief.” According to his manager Paul Heyman, then-WWE CEO Vince McMahon initially had a different idea in mind for it, though. As revealed […] The post Paul Heyman Says Vince McMahon Initially Rejected Roman Reigns’ ‘Tribal Chief’ Name appeared first on Wrestlezone.
2 min readWrestleZone
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Tribe Partners with School District for Language Credits
Students in an Oregon school district can now earn credits for learning Takelma, the ancestral language of the Cow Creek Band of Umpqua Tribe of Indians. The Tribe is partnering with Roseburg Schools to bring the classes to students, starting in the 2026-2027 school year. The Takelma language was threatened with extinction when its last […] The post Tribe Partners with School District for Language Credits appeared first on Native News Online.
1 min read - Entertainment
Dead Pioneers on how indigenous politics and pedal-builds have powered them to punk glory
An extensive and expansive gear list helps the Pearl Jam-approved band express their hopes for global improvement – as heard on their explosive new album, Wagon Burner
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Guitar World - Politics
Why Comparing Inclusions, Limits and Deductibles Matters in Travel Insurance
Most trips begin with excitement, not policy reading, but those few pages can matter when plans do not go smoothly. Travel insurance should be understood before it is needed. Inclusions, limits and deductibles explain what the policy may cover, how much support may apply and what amount the traveller may bear. For Indian travellers buying […] The post Why Comparing Inclusions, Limits and Deductibles Matters in Travel Insurance appeared first on Native News Online.
4 min read - Entertainment
Why Combat Sports Continue to Attract Global Audiences
No sports experience can beat the adrenaline rush of witnessing two opponents battle each other on equal footing, armed only with skills, preparation, and sheer willpower. Throughout the ages, boxing, MMA, wrestling, and judo have continued entertaining people all over the globe, uniting fans from many different backgrounds with a common language. Discover how fascinating […] The post Why Combat Sports Continue to Attract Global Audiences appeared first on Native News Online.
4 min read - Lifestyle
Burke Museum Special Exhibit Highlights Coast Salish Wool Weaving
Woven in Wool: Resilience in Coast Salish Weaving is a special exhibition at the Burke Museum of Natural History and Culture in Seattle, Washington. The exhibit is a testament to the creativity and tenacity of Coast Salish weaving culture, a love letter to the plants, animals, and community that go into every weaving, and a […] The post Burke Museum Special Exhibit Highlights Coast Salish Wool Weaving appeared first on Native News Online.
3 min read - US
The Native American Leaders Who Changed the Course of U.S. History
Tecumseh, Sequoyah, and Nanye’hi are among the notable Native American leaders known for their leadership, innovations, and bravery in battle.
9 min read
Biography - Sports
Charlisse Leger-Walker highlights ‘special night’ celebrating Indigenous Peoples with Sun
The franchise celebrated its roots and the history of the Connecticut Sun and the Mohegan Tribe throughout the night, with a special halftime show by the Rez Dogs Drumming Group
3 min readMassLive
- Entertainment
Actor Lou Diamond Phillips to Meet Fans at Twin Arrows Navajo Casino Resort in August
Twin Arrows Navajo Casino Resort, the premier destination of the Navajo Nation Gaming Enterprise (Navajo Gaming), is preparing to welcome one of Hollywood’s most recognizable stars when actor Lou Diamond Phillips visits the resort on Thursday, Aug. 27. During the special appearance, Phillips will share stories from his decades-long career in film, television, and theater, […] The post Actor Lou Diamond Phillips to Meet Fans at Twin Arrows Navajo Casino Resort in August appeared first on Native N
2 min read - US
Closure of ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ Marks End of Troubled Chapter in the Everglades
The controversial immigration detention facility known as “Alligator Alcatraz” is closing after less than a year of operation, ending a chapter marked by legal battles, environmental concerns, and allegations of inhumane treatment of detainees. Federal officials confirmed this month that all detainees have been transferred to other facilities as hurricane season approaches in South Florida. […] The post Closure of ‘Alligator Alcatraz’ Marks End of Troubled Chapter in the Everglades appeared firs
1 min read - US
Public interest must override corporation on Enbridge reroute | Letter
Gubernatorial hopefuls cite tribal sovereignty, environmental protection in Enbridge Line 5 reroute. Let's hope that isn't just a slogan.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel2 min read - US
Public interest must override corporation on Enbridge reroute | Letter
Gubernatorial hopefuls cite tribal sovereignty, environmental protection in Enbridge Line 5 reroute. Let's hope that isn't just a slogan.
Milwaukee Journal Sentinel2 min read - US
Lummi Nation Seeks Court Order to Stop Disturbance of Ancestral Burial Grounds at Point Roberts
The Lummi Nation is asking a federal court to halt ongoing construction activities at Point Roberts, Washington, arguing that federally funded projects have repeatedly disturbed ancestral burial grounds and human remains. On June 18, the Tribe presented oral arguments before the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Washington in support of a preliminary […] The post Lummi Nation Seeks Court Order to Stop Disturbance of Ancestral Burial Grounds at Point Roberts appeared first on Native
3 min read - Health
HHS Announces Millions for Mental Health and Substance Use Programs for Tribal Funding Opportunities
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) announced last week that the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) is allocating millions to strengthen mental health and substance use prevention, treatment, recovery, and crisis response services among Native tribes. According to HHS, the funding will support efforts to expand access to comprehensive, […] The post HHS Announces Millions for Mental Health and Substance Use Programs for Tribal Funding Opportuniti
1 min read - Politics
Tribal Nations Gain More Time to Assume Forestry Management Authority Under Extended BIA Program
The Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA) announced Monday a 10-year extension of the Indian Trust Asset Reform Act (ITARA) Demonstration Project, a program that allows participating tribes to exercise greater authority over the management of forest trust lands and surface leasing activities. The extension, which runs through June 22, 2036, continues a federal initiative designed […] The post Tribal Nations Gain More Time to Assume Forestry Management Authority Under Extended BIA Program appeared first
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