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By Allison Herrera The tribal nations affected by the McGirt v. Oklahoma decision say having increased jurisdiction has presented challenges. But, they say the investments they are making in mental health and the increased coordination with tribal law enforcement to meet demand is creating a better service for Native people.

Since 2007, non-profit B-Lab has certified only businesses that meet the highest standards of performance, accountability and transparency SEQUOYAH COUNTY, Oklahoma – Financial consulting firm Native Advisory announced it has achieved B Corporation certification from industry leader B Lab, a first for a Cherokee-owned business. B Corporation status is reserved for

Life would never be the same for the Chickasaw people after the winter of 1540 when they faced their first European power. Represented by Spanish conquistador Hernando de Soto, who had a thirst for gold, initial impressions with the Spanish would not go well. Chickasaw warriors were forced to drive

WASHINGTON, DC— AmeriCorps, the federal agency for national service and volunteerism, announced today the 2023 AmeriCorps Seniors Native Nations and Indigenous Elders Senior Demonstration Program funding opportunity. Organizations that focus on serving Indigenous communities, Native Hawaiians and/or Indigenous Islanders and engage older adults in volunteerism are eligible to apply,

The holidays are coming and we have provided a list of Osage-owned businesses you can support this Christmas season Written by Osage News Staff The holidays are coming and we have provided a list of Osage-owned businesses you can support this Christmas season. These businesses offer a wide array of

by Molly Young OKMULGEE — Police started gathering outside the Muscogee Nation courthouse early Thursday, lining up their vehicles nearby and stopping drivers from parking too close. Ron Graham arrived first. He has tried for nearly 40 years to become a citizen of the eastern Oklahoma tribal nation. He hoped the

Tribe selects Echota Killsnight for inaugural mentorship program TULSA, Okla. – The Cherokee Nation Film Office has announced Echota Killsnight as its first television apprentice. In fulfilling the new position, Killsnight learned firsthand from award-winning director John Hillcoat while working on the set of the biopic television series "George and