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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.

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'We all have a place': New mural along Lake Street showcases mosaics, community portraits

'We all have a place': New mural along Lake Street showcases mosaics, community portraits

Community in south Minneapolis recently celebrated the installation of a new mural created and installed by local artists with connections to the community. The public artwork is located at the underpass where Hiawatha Avenue and Lake Street intersect.  
by Chandra Colvin

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Ojibwe veterans reflect on their service to country and community

Ojibwe veterans reflect on their service to country and community

Before turning 18 years old, Ojibwe veterans Anthony Pike, Billie DeFoe and Lana Oswaldson wanted to enlist in the military. Now in their 50s, they reflect on their military service and what it means to them and their communities.
by Chandra Colvin

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Indian Health Service employee honored with government service award

Indian Health Service employee honored with government service award

Lt. Cmdr. Melissa de Vera recently received a 2025 Arthur S. Flemming Award, which honors federal employees whose achievements in science and leadership have benefited the nation.
by Chandra Colvin

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Red Lake Nation seized Roseau man's plane after emergency landing

Red Lake Nation seized Roseau man's plane after emergency landing

The single-engine plane has remained impounded on the Red Lake Nation reservation since the emergency landing in mid-October. According to a statement from the tribal nation, the plane had not been authorized to land on the reservation.
by Melissa Olson

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Fond du Lac Band resumes tradition of harvesting Lake Superior trout to continue culture, feed students

Fond du Lac Band resumes tradition of harvesting Lake Superior trout to continue culture, feed students

Lake trout were nearly wiped out in Lake Superior by the invasive sea lamprey. But a successful control project has helped bring the trout back from the brink. That’s allowing the Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa to practice their treaty rights to harvest fish from the lake with nets — something they haven't done in over 150 years.
by Dan Kraker

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Ojibwe artist helps bring fashion to the runway for Native American Heritage Month

Ojibwe artist helps bring fashion to the runway for Native American Heritage Month

Art is a “way of life” for Wendy Savage. From painting to sewing and beadwork, Savage has shared her talents for several decades. Now, the Fond du Lac Band of Lake Superior Chippewa citizen has helped organize a fashion show near Cloquet to kick-off Native American Heritage Month.
by Chandra Colvin

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Native-led nonprofit Dakota Wicohan announced as one of two Bush Prize honorees

Native-led nonprofit Dakota Wicohan announced as one of two Bush Prize honorees

Dakota Wicohan is one of two organizations receiving an award of $250,000, announced by the Saint Paul and Minnesota Foundation. The Native-led nonprofit is located in southwestern Minnesota and works to strengthen and preserve Dakota language and lifeways. 
by Chandra Colvin

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Tribal and Native urban communities prepare to lose SNAP benefits

Tribal and Native urban communities prepare to lose SNAP benefits

Tribal nations and urban Native American communities in Minnesota are preparing to help support fellow community members who may see their SNAP benefits held up as the federal government shutdown continues.
by Melissa Olson

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