Nātv’s Mother’s Day Brunch Supports the Next Chapter of Growth

(TVLSE, Okla.) On May 9 and 10, modern casual Native American restaurant Nātv will host a Mother’s Day brunch at Mother Road Market, bringing a limited pop-up experience to the community. Chef Jacque Siegfried has spent much of her life doing what she loves: feeding people. Siegfried, who is

Indigenous people honor and raise awareness for relatives who are missing or have been killed

NATIONAL (AP) — Across the country, Indigenous people are gathering this week to honor loved ones who are missing or have been killed and to call for better data collection, law enforcement response and reforms to make their communities safer. From U.S. state capitols and tribal community spaces to the

Stories in motion

Happy April, Crosswinds News Community. Spring is in full swing, and the land is beginning to renew. At Crosswinds, we’re reminded of the importance of growth and connection to one another. We see this season not just as change, but as a time to strengthen relationships and continue the

UKB submits applications to place 112 acres into federal trust

(TAHLEQUAH) The United Keetoowah Band of Cherokee Indians recently submitted five applications to put an additional 112 acres of land into trust.  The tribe plans to use the land to build upon services that are offered to its members and for economic purposes through recreational activities. None of the 112

Turtles on the move! What to do (and not to do) when you see a turtle in the road

(TVLSE, Okla.) “Turtle Island” is a name used by many Native nations, including the Muscogee (Creek) Nation and Cherokee Nation in Oklahoma.  The turtle is more than just wildlife. It appears in creation stories across the continent and holds cultural significance in many Native communities, where it is often treated

Prediction markets raise concerns over tribal sovereignty, child safety and gaming revenue in Oklahoma

(OKLAHOMA) Unregulated prediction market platforms are raising concerns among Oklahoma tribal leaders and gaming officials, who warn the industry could threaten tribal sovereignty, increase underage gambling and undercut billions in regulated gaming revenue. Prediction market platforms like Kalshi, Coinbase, and Polymarket allow users to bet on future events, including elections

For second time, Trump seeks to eliminate federal funding for tribal colleges and universities

By GRAHAM LEE BREWER Associated Press For the second year in a row, the Trump administration is proposing slashing federal funding for tribal colleges and universities. President Donald Trump's fiscal year 2027 budget proposal calls for a $1.5 trillion increase to defense spending and would carve billions

Touring the 2026 Mvskoke Art Market

The 2026 Mvskoke Art Market was held April 18-19 at River Spirit Casino Resort on the Muscogee Reservation in Tulsa. The 5th annual event showcased more than 100 artists and included musical performances and a fashion show Saturday night. Crosswinds News multimedia journalist and RFA corps member Russell Sun Eagle

Book signing for “Indian Territory: 160 Acres of Betrayal”

Crosswinds News was proud to support Native author Tatianna Duncan at her book signing of “Indian Territory: 160 Acres of Betrayal” at the Museum of Tulsa History on Saturday, April 18. The historical memoir blends her family’s true story with a broader investigation into how land was taken from

Drivers save amid soaring gas prices by fueling up at tribal stations

According to the latest data, Oklahoma leads the nation in tribally owned gas stations at 78, and fueling up at one could now before more beneficial than ever. As gas prices continue to rise amid the Iran war, drivers across the U.S. may be able to save at the

Data center concerns on tribal land in Oklahoma draw national attention

(MVSKOKE RESERVATION) As artificial intelligence (AI) continues to expand across the United States, Indigenous advocates in Oklahoma are drawing national attention to the environmental and sovereignty risks tied to the data centers powering that growth. Data centers are needed to power AI platforms used by businesses and individuals, with this

Will Hill, Muscogee storyteller: Carrying the voices that came before him

(TVLSE, Okla.) Storytelling is an art form that doesn’t come easily for everyone, but Will Hill is a natural.  Hill, a citizen of the Muscogee (Creek) Nation, was raised as a traditional storyteller of the Nogonugojeeh (storytelling society). Nogonugojeeh serve as knowledge keepers, preserving tribal history, family lineage and