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Breaking Down Criminal Jurisdiction in Indian Country | Interview with Tori Holland
McGirt Decision: What It Means for Cherokee Sovereignty
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Cherokee News
Journalist Association Condemns Censorship of Giduwa Cherokee News
The IJA condemned censorship of Giduwa Cherokee News amid growing concerns over transparency in the UKB and Cherokee Nation, especially around election commission access and press freedom. ...more
Cherokee News
March 30, 2025•1 min read
Tribes That Rely on Federal Medical Funding Fear Impact of Proposed DOGE Cuts
Proposed DOGE funding cuts could severely impact Cherokee Nation healthcare, threatening tribal self-governance and access to care for thousands of citizens across rural Oklahoma. ...more
Cherokee News ,Native Health
March 30, 2025•2 min read
Bryan Beaver St. Clair: A Champion On and Off the Court
Bryan Beaver St. Clair, a two-time NAIA champion, honors his Shoshone, Navajo, Pawnee, and Cherokee roots while excelling in academics and athletics with strength, pride, and perseverance. ...more
Cherokee News ,Native News
March 30, 2025•3 min read
Federal Budget Cuts Threaten Cherokee Nation & UKB Programs
Federal budget cuts are impacting Cherokee Nation & UKB, reducing funding for healthcare, education, and vital services. Tribal leaders are fighting back to protect their communities. ...more
Cherokee News ,Native News
March 17, 2025•2 min read
Tulsa’s Jurisdiction Over Tribal Citizens: A Legal Battle Over Sovereignty
The Oklahoma Court of Criminal Appeals ruled Tulsa can prosecute tribal citizens for minor offenses in Indian Country, sparking legal battles over tribal sovereignty. Learn what’s at stake. ...more
Cherokee News
March 09, 2025•3 min read
Upcoming Events in April and May 2025
Cherokee Nation Election Commission Meeting
Date: April 3, 2025
Time: All Day
Location: Cherokee Nation Election Commission, 17763 S Muskogee Ave, Tahlequah
Description: Monthly meeting of the Cherokee Nation Election Commission.
Washington, D.C. At Large Meeting
Date: April 5, 2025
Time: All Day
Location: Washington, D.C.
Description: Community outreach for Cherokee citizens in the capital area.
New Jersey At Large Meeting
Date: April 6, 2025
Time: All Day
Location: Titusville, NJ
Description: Community event for New Jersey-based Cherokee citizens.
Bakersfield/Fresno, CA At Large Meeting
Date: April 26, 2025
Time: All Day
Location: California (Exact location TBD)
Description: Cherokee Nation event in the Central Valley.
Chicago, IL At Large Meeting
Date: April 27, 2025
Time: All Day
Location: Chicago, IL (Venue TBD)
Description: Cherokee Nation outreach in the Chicagoland area.
Oklahoma City Area Cultural Gathering
Date: May 3, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Location: Oklahoma City, OK
Description: Cultural presentations and services for Cherokee citizens.
Denver, CO At Large Meeting
Date: May 10, 2025
Time: All Day
Location: Denver, Colorado
Description: Meet with Cherokee leadership and fellow citizens in Colorado.
Flagstaff, AZ At Large Meeting
Date: May 17, 2025
Time: All Day
Location: Flagstaff, AZ
Description: Join the At-Large councilors for a time of fellowship and updates.
Tribal Council Committee Meetings
Date: May 29, 2025
Time: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Location: W.W. Keeler Complex, Tahlequah, OK
Description: Council committee meetings open to the public.
Tribal Council Regular Meeting
Date: May 30, 2025
Time: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Location: W.W. Keeler Complex, Tahlequah, OK
Description: Monthly meeting of the full Tribal Council.
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March 10, 2025
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April 3, 2025
Cherokee Law & Order
Jurisdictional Ruling Affirms United Keetoowah Band's Authority, Stirring Dispute with Cherokee Nation
A federal ruling grants the United Keetoowah Band jurisdiction over Cherokee land, sparking legal disputes with the Cherokee Nation. Both tribes brace for potential federal court battles over sovereig... ...more
Cherokee News
March 01, 2025•3 min read
EBCI Faces Lawsuit Over Alleged Wrongful Prosecution in Cybercrime Case
A man convicted in Cherokee Tribal Court for a 2019 ransomware attack sues EBCI, alleging wrongful prosecution and libel, raising questions about tribal cybercrime enforcement. ...more
Native News
February 28, 2025•1 min read
News from Indian Country
Federal DOGE Upheaval Sparks Concern in Cities Nationwide
Federal changes to DOGE are causing funding delays and uncertainty for tribal nations and cities nationwide. Cherokee Nation leaders warn the upheaval could threaten healthcare and self-governance. ...more
Native News ,Native Health
March 30, 2025•2 min read
23andMe Breach Sparks Native Concerns Over DNA Sovereignty and Data Control
After a major breach exposed genetic data from millions of 23andMe users, many are struggling to delete their DNA info, raising urgent questions about privacy, data control, and consent. ...more
Native News
March 30, 2025•2 min read
Bryan Beaver St. Clair: A Champion On and Off the Court
Bryan Beaver St. Clair, a two-time NAIA champion, honors his Shoshone, Navajo, Pawnee, and Cherokee roots while excelling in academics and athletics with strength, pride, and perseverance. ...more
Cherokee News ,Native News
March 30, 2025•3 min read
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Federal DOGE Upheaval Sparks Concern in Cities Nationwide
Federal changes to DOGE are causing funding delays and uncertainty for tribal nations and cities nationwide. Cherokee Nation leaders warn the upheaval could threaten healthcare and self-governance. ...more
Native News ,Native Health
March 30, 2025•2 min read
Tribes That Rely on Federal Medical Funding Fear Impact of Proposed DOGE Cuts
Proposed DOGE funding cuts could severely impact Cherokee Nation healthcare, threatening tribal self-governance and access to care for thousands of citizens across rural Oklahoma. ...more
Cherokee News ,Native Health
March 30, 2025•2 min read
Rising ACA Premiums Could Hit Native Oklahomans Hardest, Official Warns
Oklahomans may face rising ACA premiums, with Native communities at risk of the greatest impact due to limited healthcare access and reliance on marketplace plans beyond IHS services. ...more
Native Health
March 30, 2025•1 min read
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Rez Weather Report: Forecasting with Spoons, Cardboard, and Comedy
Join us for a forecast like no other with the Rez Weather/News team — your go-to experts for measuring rain with spoons, scraping windshields with cardboard, and serving rez-level weather with humor and heart. From rez roads to rez jokes, they’re tracking the skies and keeping it real for the people. No Doppler? No problem. Just good instincts, duct tape, and a whole lotta laughs.
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‘Come On, Let’s Plant’: Wayland Smalley Brings Cherokee Roots, Ruth Stout Wisdom to Backyard Gardening
‘Come On, Let’s Plant’: Wayland Smalley Brings Cherokee Roots, Ruth Stout Wisdom to Backyard Gardening ...more
Native Culture ,Cherokee Culture News
April 05, 2025•3 min read
Honoring Native American Military Service: Preserving Our Legacy Amid the Pentagon's DEI Purge
Native Americans have served honorably in every major conflict since the Revolutionary War. The Navajo Code Talkers’ unbreakable code was crucial in WWII, while Ira Hayes symbolized courage at Iwo Jim... ...more
Native Culture ,Native News
March 26, 2025•4 min read
Honoring Heritage Through Art: Tishara Sneed’s Ceramic Masks and Cultural Reflection
Cherokee artist Tishara Sneed shares her cultural heritage through ceramic masks, blending tradition with innovation. Her work highlights Cherokee & Diné traditions while raising awareness of Indigeno... ...more
Native Culture ,Cherokee Culture News
March 17, 2025•5 min read
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