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In what some will undoubtedly see as a shameless attempt to secure the health and welfare of the 2.4 million Indians living in the U.S., the National Congress of American Indians is asking president-elect Barack Obama for a fraction of the $775 billion economic stimulus package he is proposing.

Public protest has reversed a decision to cover up or remove an Indian head logo from a Michigan high school marching band heading to the presidential inaugural parade.

Citing a weak economy that has significantly affected gaming facilities nationwide, Pearl River Resort on Monday announced that 570 staff positions will be eliminated and its Golden Moon Hotel and Casino now will operate only on weekends instead of seven days a week.

Yes, it's the night of the last state primaries to pick presidential candidates. But it's also the night that a Native American pitcher takes the mound as a starter for the New York Yankees.

Leaders of Montana's eight Indian nations met with Gov. Brian Schweitzer to discuss issues affecting their tribes as the 2009 Legislature began its work.