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Despite mounting legal costs, Mille Lacs County plans to appeal ruling in tribal case
Over the last six years, Mille Lacs County has spent more than $8 million in attorney’s fees on challenging the boundaries of the Mille Lacs Reservation. Some lawmakers think the state should reimburse the county for its legal costs.
St. Paul schools to offer Karen language classes
Starting in fall 2023, Karen language courses will be offered to students in St. Paul Public Schools. The program is believed to be the first of its kind in the U.S. The language has been banned in schools in Myanmar since 1962.
'Do you see us?’ Minnesota tribal leaders drive discussion at Capitol
The Legislature devoted a day to focus on the concerns and sovereignty of Minnesota’s 11 federally-recognized Indian tribes. Tribal leaders say they hope the messages they share endure as key decisions are made.
State transportation officials are moving ahead with a plan to remake a stretch of London Road in Duluth — the gateway to the North Shore — despite many residents’ objections to one of three proposed roundabouts.
Red Lake leader sets opioid crisis and land return as priorities for 2023
Red Lake Nation Chairman Darrell Seki Sr., said during his State of the Band address that one of the band's goals is to reestablish the original boundary of the reservation. He delivered the message as he laid out the tribal agenda for 2023.