Indian Child Welfare Law Challenged at MN Supreme Court and Native Nations Impacted by Proposed SAVE Act
TRANSCRIPT [sound element: flute music] HOST Marie Rock: This is Minnesota Native News. I’m Marie Rock. This week, the Minnesota Supreme Court heard arguments in a case that could reshape child custody laws for Native American children. At the heart of the case is a challenge to the Minnesota Indian Family Preservation Act, or MIFPA. …
Dr. Amber Annis: Rebuilding Community with the Native Governance Center
In this episode, we hear from Dr. Amber Annis about the joys and challenges of rebuilding community and finding your voice as a leader. Dr. Amber Annis is a citizen of the Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe and the Executive Director of Native Governance Center. Prior to taking on her role at NGC in December 2024, …
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The Sugarbush Tradition Continues in Minnesota’s Urban Areas, and Khayman Goodsky’s New Film
ANCHOR Marie Rock: This is Minnesota Native News, I’m Marie Rock. This week, we hear about Minnesotans continuing the old tradition of sugarbush in urban areas. Plus, a look at a recent Indigenous film screened at Duluth’s Minnesota Film Festival. First, let’s go to Deanna StandingCloud. Deanna StandingCloud: For Indigenous woodlands people in Minnesota, the …
Deven Current: Healing Through the Art of Tattooing
In this episode, we hear from Deven Current about tattooing, sports and the importance of sobriety, family and faith. Deven is an Ojibwe tattoo artist, who connected with his culture later in life. Deven grew up in the Twin Cities and, at a young age, fell into drug addiction. He ended up incarcerated, but his time …
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Sherburne National Wildlife Refuge Faces Staffing Cuts; Headlines Affecting Indigenous Minnesotans
ANCHOR Marie Rock: This is Minnesota Native News, I’m Marie Rock. This week, we hear about the impact of recent federal staffing cuts on Zimmerman, Minnesota’s Sherburne National Wildlife Refuge. Plus, some current events affecting Indigenous nations here in Minnesota. First, let’s hear from Deanna StandingCloud. Deanna StandingCloud: The Sherburne National Wildlife Refuge announced earlier this …