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Supreme Court Backs Native American Tribes in Landmark Health Care Funding Dispute

Washington, DC – The Supreme Court ruled in favor of Native American tribes in a case against the federal government concerning health care costs. The 5-4 decision mandates that the government cover overhead costs for tribes operating their own health care programs. Chief Justice John Roberts highlighted the importance of covering these costs to prevent a funding gap. The dispute arose when two tribes faced significant costs after taking over the operation of their health …

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Abi Carter Wins ‘American Idol’ in Emotional Finale: Indio Native Takes Home Title

Indio, California – Lights, cameras, and music filled the air as “American Idol” finalists Abi Carter, Jack Blocker, and Will Moseley prepared to take the stage for the coveted title. In the midst of the finale, hometown visits added a personal touch to the competition. Among the contestants, Indio native Abi Carter received a warm welcome back home, with the entire Coachella Valley rallying behind her in support. As the competition neared its climax, Carter’s …

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Indigenous: Addressing the Shorter Life Spans of Native Americans

Hisle, South Dakota – At just 20 years old, Katherine Goodlow has already witnessed significant loss within her community. As a member of the Lower Brule Sioux Tribe, she has mourned the passing of friends, relatives, and acquaintances to a variety of causes, including suicide, car accidents, and illnesses such as appendicitis and COVID-19. The life expectancy gap between Native Americans and white Americans is stark, with Native Americans typically dying much younger. In South …

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Guilty Verdict for South African Man in Alaska Murder Case of Native Women

ANCHORAGE, Alaska – A South African man, originally from Anchorage, Alaska has been convicted of first-degree murder for the killing of an Alaska Native woman. Brian Steven Smith, 52, was found guilty on all 14 charges, including the deaths of Kathleen Henry in 2019 and Veronica Abouchuk in 2018 or 2019. Smith not only recorded the violent acts but also narrated as he recorded a video of her dying. The jury’s verdict came after hearing …

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Native Americans At Disadvantage as DEA Settles Opioid Case Among Pharma Execs

Washington, D.C. – Senate health committee Chair Bernie Sanders (I-Vt.) is set to scrutinize the executives of three major pharmaceutical companies today on the issue of prescription drug prices. The focus on healthcare policy has already begun in anticipation of a potential Republican return to the White House in 2025. One of the influential figures in this conversation is Brian Blase, former member of the Trump administration and current president of the Paragon Health Institute, …

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