Native American

The Oceti Sakowin Youth ran from the Supreme Court to the Army Corps of Engineers' Headquarters chanting, "We run, For our people, For one nation, We run, For water, For life, We run!"

Yessenia Funes Aug 8, 2016 1:26AM EDT

PHOTOS: Native Youth Deliver Petition Against Pipeline to White House

Three weeks after leaving North Dakota, dozens of runners reached Washington, D.C.

Sameer Rao Mar 8, 2016 4:31PM EST

J.K. Rowling Criticized For Portrayal of Native American Wizards and Witches

The “Harry Potter” author’s first book in a new series about North American magic has inspired outrage from Native readers who accuse her of cultural appropriation.

Kenrya Rankin Mar 4, 2016 11:32AM EST

New Book Helps Native American Girls Cope After Sexual Assault

A full 34.1 percent of Native women reports being assaulted at some point in her life.

Kenrya Rankin Oct 22, 2015 4:01PM EDT

This Policy Gives Native Women Equal Access to Emergency Contraception

Just 28 percent of Indian Health Services facilities provide emergency contraception to all—even though it has been the law since 2013.

Kenrya Rankin Sep 18, 2015 1:54PM EDT

Federal Government to Pay Native American Tribes $940 Million

The proposed payout will settle a 25-year dispute.

Kenrya Rankin Aug 31, 2015 2:18PM EDT

Obama Administration Restores Mountain’s Native American Name, Continues Beef

The highest point in North America is returning to its roots with a controversial name change.

Kenrya Rankin Aug 4, 2015 5:40PM EDT

People of Color and Women More Likely to Be Bosses, But Still Overwhelmingly Work Lower-Paying Jobs

POC and women are running things more than ever before, but still languishing in low-paying service and labor jobs.

Kenrya Rankin Aug 3, 2015 1:47PM EDT

Report: Juvenile Justice System Is Failing Native Youth

Native American teens are significantly more likely to be referred to state court systems for crimes such as truancy and underage drinking than their white counterparts.

Kenrya Rankin Jul 29, 2015 1:34PM EDT

Native Woman Sarah Lee Circle Bear Died in Police Custody in South Dakota

Witnesses say the police told the Lakota woman to “knock it off” and “quit faking” when she told them she was in pain.

Jamilah King Nov 6, 2014 10:43AM EST

MTV's 'Rebel Music' to Feature Indigenous Artists in North America

The episode will premiere on Rebel Music’s Facebook page next Thursday.

Jamilah King Oct 20, 2014 12:52PM EDT

Misty Upham's Family Says Cops Taunted Actress About Mental Illness

Her body was found late last week.

Carla Murphy Aug 8, 2014 12:01PM EDT

Weekend Read: Why Do So Many People Claim Native Heritage?

Wannabe Nation gets the literary treatment from Oklahoman Russell Cobb

Jamilah King Mar 12, 2014 10:02AM EDT

This Native American Family is Transforming Collegiate Lacrosse

The Thompson family is reminding everyone of the sport’s Native roots.

Aura Bogado Jan 31, 2014 3:37PM EST

The One Thing Native Americans Don't Call Themselves

Hint: It’s that team name you’re thinking about.

Jamilah King Nov 25, 2013 2:15PM EST

'Young Lakota' to Premiere Tonight on PBS, Follows Abortion on the Rez

More than just political commentary, the film follows the personal journeys of two young Native Americans who grapple with decisions about their own reproductive health.

Von Diaz Oct 3, 2013 12:43PM EDT

Native Tribes Already Feeling the Effects of Government Shutdown

Transportation and elder home care have already been suspended for Montana’s Crow Tribe, which saw half of its employed members furloughed due to the government shutdown.