MASSAPEQUA, N.Y. (AP) — New York is discriminating against a school district that refuses to get rid of its Native American chief mascot and could face a Justice Department investigation or risk ...

"The Trump Administration will not stand idly by as state leaders attempt to eliminate the history and culture of Native American tribes," U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon, who visited ...

Earlier administrations investigated whether Native American school mascots were discriminatory. The Trump administration defends them, reflecting a broader shift. By Troy Closson A New York ...

It included a circle of Native American drummers performing an honor song to recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of four graduating class members, Native American women who plan to become ...

Clarification: This story has been updated to clarify language around the research. The U.S. Department of Education is investigating New York’s state education department for its enforcement of ...

INDIANAPOLIS (WISH) — The Eiteljorg Museum of American Indians and Western Art is gearing up to unveil the largest contemporary Native American bead art exhibition, Radical Stitch. The only stop ...

The U.S. Postal Service will be hosting a first-day-of-issue ceremony for the "powwow" stamps, which are designed to celebrate Native American culture.The stamps are created in honor of powwows ...

WASHINGTON — Native American team names mean honor and respect. That’s what executives of pro sports clubs often say. History tells a different story. Kevin Gover punctuates this point with a ...

But what exactly is Native American Heritage Month ... “They can also view or purchase tribal art or beautiful beaded items of cultural expression like moccasins or jewelry.” ...