Buffalo's Fire

Missing persons searches use drones, sonar and scent tracking dogs

From the first drumbeat to the last song, respect carries the tradition forward

The shells hold cultural importance and are sought after by artists and crafters — but finding them can be difficult

A concise guide to when, why and how to use Native American, American Indian or a tribal name—so you don’t trip over history, law or respectful language

Civic information, data, local news strengthen Native communities

While new legislation aims to protect local customers from rising electricity rates, an Indigenous land conservation group is calling for a moratorium on data centers

Lawmakers establish task forces to study tribal Medicaid models, emergency service sustainability and disability waiver programs ahead of 2027

Speakers and participants reflect on recent political violence

‘The system often fails our relatives twice: once through violence and again through the paperwork’: Native LGBTQ+ community calls for data sovereignty, gender inclusive language and culturally relevant resources

The college student went missing in North Dakota on March 16, 2025

‘I just want to be able to hear my dad’s voice again,’ says Natasha-Marie Powassin

Mason Cree’s aunt learns he is missing through social media post

How we reported a story by listening to people and not quoting them

A powwow may feature several of these special events

Three Native businesses share how food connects them to family, community

Powwows dos and don'ts: UTTC International Powwow attendees share their rules for a fun and considerate event

Examining the systemic barriers, mortality rates, and the proposed tribal-managed Medicaid solutions aimed at closing South Dakota's life expectancy gap

Drilling project’s opponents have raised concerns about Native American petroglyphs in Craven Canyon

The agreement concerns the Black Elk Wilderness, a ‘place of profound spiritual, cultural, and historical importance’

Group challenges $345M Dakota Access Pipeline verdict, citing jury bias and trial errors as appeals and bond dispute move forward

Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe citizen Joseph Lafferty must agree to community service, other conditions

News comes as part of new push from BIA to address violent crime in tribal areas

Was there a culture of tolerance among school officials that allowed it to happen?

While proving a homicide without remains can be a challenge, conviction rates are high

North and South Dakota tribes issue joint statement

Davis says he’ll continue supporting Native communities as a member of the private sector

Two tribes in North Dakota receive grants totaling more than $2 million

Festival attendees can participate in workshops on filmmaking and producing

Student Awards Banquet held last day of conference

Tribal college students travel through massive snowstorm to participate in annual education conference

At graduation on the Standing Rock Reservation, students said tribal colleges protect culture, close support

Tourists, media, historians and tribal officials expected to drive up demand for high-speed internet during commemorative event

Supreme Court ruling did not settle whether private parties can sue under Section 2 in the tribes' map challenge

Fraudsters abused Obamacare provision intended to help Indian Country

Pennsylvania woman alleges Windy Boy propositioned her underage daughter and niece in the early 2000s

Diné College team wins two-day tournament

150 years after the "Greasy Grass" victory, the Lakota and Cheyenne are planning a massive 2026 commemoration—and still refuse a $1.5 billion settlement for their land

The first battle of the Great Sioux War ‘set the tone’ for the following 20 conflicts, including the Battle of the Little Bighorn

Northern Cheyenne Tribe leads recent planning meeting

Little progress has been made despite 40 years of cleanup on Leech Lake Reservation

Native advocates stand ready to protect decades of religious freedom victories

The historic battlefield has been directed to remove signage sharing Native perspective on Custer’s Last Stand

Events and outreach continue as White House directives roll back rights and recognition

Great Lakes summit addresses recent Minnesota appeals court ruling saying possession is civil matter and the state lacks authority to prosecute tribal members on tribal lands

63 provisions of the bill are relevant to tribes. ‘Economic stability and cultural responsibility’ at stake, says co-chair of Native Farm Bill Coalition

Ruling is a loss for transparency and justice, plaintiffs say

Senator Lisa Murkowski received a Mandan name, Congresswoman Nancy Pelosi presented with blanket

Indigenous wisdom can build a more humane world 

A community voice argues the 1934 Indian Reorganization Act and the Three Affiliated Tribes constitution were imposed, citing election participation and representation concerns

A North Dakota redistricting lawsuit raises whether private plaintiffs can enforce Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act through 42 USC § 1983

Youth Night creates safe space for newcomers to the arena