How Native American News Today

As a way to learn about Native American history, Tuscarora shares how Thanksgiving is observed.

Spirit Lake Reservation in North Dakota and Lake Traverse Reservation, which is mostly in South Dakota but extends into North Dakota, are Dakota Sioux reservations. Their stories illustrate why reservations were created -- originally with the intent to assimilate natives into mainstream society, but persist as vital places to preserve native culture and traditions and to enable self-determination.

Interior Secretary Deb Haaland is visiting Oklahoma as part of her investigation into the traumatic legacy of Native American boarding schools.

The Lumbees distinctive tribal regalia is only a generation old. The artist, seamstress and first wearer tell the story of creating a new tradition.

A 19th century episode at Fort Clark marks just one early chapter in Native American public health history — a story that’s been marred for centuries by poor health outcomes that have outpaced the rest of the country. Native Americans have played quiet roles throughout American medical history, though rarely as healthy survivors.

Across the Upper Midwest, Indigenous tribes are forging unique ways to keep their members safe as the coronavirus pandemic rages on. Many have created quarantine facilities, pro-masking efforts and food and cash distribution programs. Others are attempting other stay-home innovations, such as paying for online video streaming and cell phones.