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'Dances With Wolves' Actor Nathan Chasing Horse Sentenced to Life in Abuse Case
Victims, once drawn in by promises of healing, confront the former actor and spiritual figure in a Nevada courtroom as a decades-long web of abuse is exposed.
'Dances with Wolves' Star Nathan Chasing Horse Convicted of Child Sexual Assault
Chasing Horse, who played Smiles a Lot in the classic Kevin Costner film, was convicted of abusing Native American women and girls.
Donald Trump Calls on Commanders and Guardians Owners to Reverse Name Changes: 'Get it Done!'
"Our great Indian people, in massive numbers, want this to happen."
Lily Gladstone on Making Oscars History: 'Why Did It Have to Take This Long for Me to Be the First Indigenous North American?'
Gladstone is nominated for her 'Killers of the Flower Moon' role of Mollie Burkhart.
Hispanic, Black, and Indigenous Residents Undercounted in 2020 U.S. Census
Hispanic, Black, and Native American residents were undercounted in the census, which is the basis for federal funding and political representation.
Cherokee Nation Agrees to $75 Million Opioid Settlement With Drug Companies
The Cherokee Nation has reached a $75 million settlement with the drug companies AmerisourceBergen, Cardinal Health, and McKesson over the opioid crisis.
Cleveland's Baseball Team Announces New Name After Retiring 'Indians'
Over half a year after announcing plans to drop “Indians” from its name, Cleveland’s baseball team has finally unveiled its new name and logo.
CNN Reportedly Cuts Ties With Rick Santorum Over Racist Comments
The former GOP presidential candidate drew backlash last month after suggesting Indigenous people had little to no influence on American culture.
Cherokee Nation Chief Calls on Jeep to Stop Using Tribe’s Name on Cars
The Chief of the Cherokee Nation, Chuck Hoskin, Jr., called on automobile manufacturer Jeep to stop using the tribe’s name for its line of SUVs.
Two Men Arrested in Florida After Allegedly Posing as U.S. Marshals to Avoid Wearing Masks
The men were arrested in Deerfield Beach after they allegedly impersonated U.S. Marshals to avoid having to wear masks while staying at a Wyndham Resort.
7 Important Resources for POC Looking to Break Into the Weed Industry
The war on drugs and its legacy has disproportionately affected Blacks and Latinx, but organizations are helping those communities enter the cannabusiness.
Cleveland’s Baseball Team Will Drop ‘Indians’ From Its Name (UPDATE)
After dropping its Chief Wahoo logo in 2019, Cleveland's MLB franchise is reportedly planning to change its team name, which has long been criticized.
Rihanna Shares Thanksgiving Message: 'Sending Love to All My Native American Brothers and Sisters'
Rihanna sent love to the Native Americans who are in mourning, as many people across the U.S. celebrate Thanksgiving.
Washington Redskins Reviewing Name After Investors and Companies Call for Change (UPDATE)
Investors have pressured Nike, PepsiCo, and FedEx to end their partnership with the franchise, unless it changes its controversial team name.
Protesters Attempt to Take Down Statue of Andrew Jackson in Washington, D.C.
The removal of the statue, which is located in Lafayette Square, was ultimately unsuccessful with police attacking protesters with pepper spray.
Navajo Nation Now Reporting More COVID-19 Cases Per Capita Than Any U.S. State (UPDATE)
Navajo Nation president Jonathan Nez confirmed two additional deaths over the weekend. Meanwhile, Doctors Without Borders has dispatched its first U.S. team.
Johnny Depp Defends Dior Campaign: 'It's a Pity That People Jumped the Gun'
When Dior shared its new Sauvage perfume campaign last month, the company was met with criticism.
MAGA Hat-Wearing Teen Sues CNN for $275 Million Following His $250M Suit Against ‘Washington Post’
Nicholas Sandmann, the MAGA hat-wearing teen who was recorded smirking at a Native American man, is suing CNN for its alleged "vicious attacks" against him.