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It’s Halloween — the perfect day for stories that don’t stay buried. 👁🗨
From little people to ghost cars and vengeful spirits, Indigenous horror reminds us the land remembers.
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Little people, ghost cars, vengeful spirits: the Indigenous supernatural crosses past and present - Buffalo’s Fire
A look at the unique elements of Native horror
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October 31, 2025 at 3:56 PM
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Tribal radio stations are growing across Indian Country, but editorial independence remains a challenge. Advocates say independent funding and strong press protections are key.
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Federal cuts strain funding for tribal radio stations | Buffalo’s Fire
Stations and nonprofits are turning to grants and donors as they work to protect editorial independence in South Dakota, Minnesota
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June 10, 2026 at 7:45 PM
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🏆 Buffalo's Fire earned multiple honors in the 2026 Indigenous Media Awards for reporting on environmental justice, tribal transparency, immigration and general excellence.
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Buffalo’s Fire team wins awards in national Native media contest — Buffalo's Fire | Buffalo’s Fire
The Bismarck outlet was recognized for coverage spanning Leech Lake pollution, Tribal Business Council scrutiny and an ICE hold case
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July 16, 2026 at 2:36 PM
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Navajo citizen Billy Kirkland has been nominated as assistant secretary of the Interior for Indian affairs. A Senate hearing is set for July 16. Via @buffalosfire: www.buffalosfire.com/the-daily-sp...
July 7, 2025 at 9:05 PM
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July 24, 2026 at 6:24 PM
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A Minnesota Senate committee is considering a bill to describe wild rice in Indigenous languages and add protections so it can grow in its natural environment.
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Minnesota wild rice bill adds Rights of Manoomin language | Buffalo’s Fire
Minnesota wild rice bill heard March 10 would name psín and manoomin and recognize wild rice’s right to exist, citing treaty duties and decline
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March 15, 2026 at 3:00 PM
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Who owns our stories, our numbers, our knowledge?
For Native nations, the answer is simple — we do.
Learn how tribes like Osage Nation and Standing Rock are reclaiming data sovereignty in IMFA’s new Field Guide.
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November 6, 2025 at 5:09 PM
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Brian Bull reflects on the meaning of being an elder and the many ways Indigenous communities define and honor that role, as shared in his recent essay for Buffalo’s Fire.

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April 22, 2025 at 9:46 PM
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South Dakota Gov. Larry Rhoden signed a law requiring translator services in administrative hearings. The legislation was inspired by Lakota speaker Helen Red Feather of Wounded Knee.

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Helen’s Law South Dakota signed, requires interpreters | Buffalo’s Fire
Law named after fluent Lakota speaker Helen Red Feather
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March 14, 2026 at 3:00 PM
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On Valentine’s Day, dozens gathered in red at Keelboat Park in Bismarck to honor missing and murdered loved ones and call for justice during an MMIP prayer walk.
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Native community holds MMIP prayer walk in Bismarck - Buffalo’s Fire
Attendees gather on Valentine’s Day to remember loved ones, call for justice
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February 17, 2026 at 8:00 PM
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11 tribes and the U.S. Forest Service signed a new agreement to co-manage the sacred Black Elk Wilderness in South Dakota.
Leaders say Pahá Sápa holds deep cultural and spiritual meaning.
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Black Elk Wilderness co-management agreement signed | Buffalo’s Fire
The agreement concerns the Black Elk Wilderness, a ‘place of profound spiritual, cultural, and historical importance’
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April 7, 2026 at 4:10 PM
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After 40 years of cleanup, contamination from a Superfund site on Leech Lake Reservation is still spreading — threatening wild rice, fish and Ojibwe lifeways.
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A Superfund site in Minnesota is spreading, disrupting a tribe’s way of life - Buffalo’s Fire
Little progress has been made despite 40 years of cleanup on Leech Lake Reservation
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February 26, 2026 at 8:02 PM
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More than 100 leaders gathered at the Great Lakes Cannabis & Hemp Conference to discuss policy, cannabis reclassification and Public Law 280.
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Public Law 280 cannabis: Minnesota court limits state raids | Buffalo’s Fire
Public Law 280 cannabis tribal sovereignty debate sharpened after a Minnesota Court of Appeals decision tied to a 2023 White Earth Reservation raid
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March 14, 2026 at 1:00 PM
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Buffalo’s Fire and the Indigenous Media Freedom Alliance received a $500K grant from the MacArthur Foundation to expand Native-led local news and strengthen independent Indigenous media infrastructure.
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Climb to the top possible with $500K MacArthur grant supporting IMFA-Buffalo’s Fire local news | Buffalo’s Fire
Buffalo’s Fire: Native-led news covering Indigenous communities in North Dakota — tribal sovereignty, environmental justice, and cultural preservation.
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May 28, 2026 at 4:45 PM
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As the 150th anniversary of the Battle of the Little Bighorn approaches June 25–27, tribes pave the way for the historic celebration.

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Battle of Little Bighorn 150th anniversary commemoration set | Buffalo’s Fire
Battle of Little Bighorn 150th anniversary commemoration runs June 25-27 near Crow Agency, with a tribal-led encampment for about 5,000 campers
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March 12, 2026 at 12:06 PM
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More than 200,000 gathered at the Minnesota State Capitol for the third “No Kings” protest. Indigenous speakers said political violence has impacted Native communities for generations.
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No Kings protest Minneapolis draws 200,000 at Capitol | Buffalo’s Fire
At the Minnesota Capitol on March 28, Indigenous voices at the No Kings protest Minneapolis linked ICE shootings and state violence to long histories
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March 30, 2026 at 6:08 PM
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What is a Superfund site — and how does cleanup actually work?
Buffalo’s Fire reporter Gabrielle Nelson breaks down the EPA process and why nearly 200 Superfund sites on tribal land matter for Native communities.

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What is a Superfund site? How EPA cleanup works - Buffalo’s Fire
Learn what a Superfund site is, how EPA cleanup works, who pays for remediation, and why nearly 200 sites affect tribal lands and Native communities.
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February 27, 2026 at 6:00 PM
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📚 From the Vault
Did you miss this?
What is a Superfund site? Learn how EPA cleanup works and why it matters for Native communities.
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What a Superfund site is and how EPA cleanup works | Buffalo’s Fire
From Cass Lake’s St Regis Paper Co site on the Leech Lake Reservation to more than 1,300 nationwide, here’s how EPA’s Superfund cleanup and liability process works
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July 22, 2026 at 2:09 PM
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.@BuffalosFire , a nonprofit online news outlet based in Bismarck, is working to put the public back in public meetings.

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December 19, 2024 at 6:05 PM
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Shoutout to our new neighbors @kfyrtv @BuffalosFire. We're here in @DowntownBisND and excited to be serving our community just like you!
December 19, 2024 at 5:24 PM
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April 24, 2025 at 3:51 AM
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Buffalo's Fire was on the ground for the 150th commemoration of the Battle of Greasy Grass (Little Bighorn).
See photos, videos and live updates from the historic week:
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June 29, 2026 at 3:07 PM
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Honor someone this Memorial Day through Buffalo’s Fire Memorial Wall. Donate any amount and we’ll share your remembrance.
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May 24, 2026 at 4:30 PM
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Today we recognize #NativeNonprofitDay and the work Indigenous-led organizations are doing across Indian Country. 🔥
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May 21, 2026 at 4:52 PM
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As thousands prepare to gather for the 150th commemoration of the Battle of the Little Bighorn, organizers are planning for crowd safety, emergency response and 24-hour security during the historic event.
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Ethan One Feather leads Little Bighorn security | Buffalo’s Fire
One Feather says teams aim for round-the-clock coverage and volunteer support during the three-day event near Crow Agency
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May 20, 2026 at 8:27 PM