Native News

The Native News Project is a new initiative from MPR News.

Stay informed with the latest news about local and national Native American communities, highlighting stories and issues important to Native American communities in Minnesota and beyond.

Our coverage includes cultural events, policy updates, community stories and more to provide a platform for Native voices, perspectives and important news.

‘She just got things done:’ Ojibwe author shares memories of her grandmother in new book
In “Sugar Bush Babies: Stories of My Ojibwe Grandmother,” author Janis Fairbanks shares lessons she learned while spending summers with her grandmother on the Fond du Lac reservation.
Minnesota celebrates Indigenous Peoples Day
The second Monday of October is recognized as Indigenous Peoples Day in Minnesota. The day celebrates Indigenous culture, traditions and communities.
Celebrating Indigenous Peoples Day with MPR's Native News team
MPR News editor and guest host Leah Lemm celebrates Indigenous Peoples Day with reporters who are part of our Native News team. Leah and her guests talk about how they cover Native communities, tribal nations and people, all around Minnesota every day.
Photos: Friends of the Boundary Waters on Bde Maka Ska
Former Secretary of the Interior Deb Haaland was in Minneapolis for a Friends of the Boundary Waters fundraiser on Saturday evening. Before the event, she canoed with teenagers on Bde Maka Ska.
How to celebrate Indigenous Peoples Day around Minnesota
Indigenous Peoples Day is Monday, Oct. 13. Check out these events to begin celebrating over the weekend and into Monday with community, art markets, music and food.   
Lower Sioux Indian Community to host International Hemp Building Symposium this weekend
The Lower Sioux Indian Community is hosting the 13th International Hemp Building Symposium this weekend. It’s the first time the conference has been held in the United States.