Seattle has been a hub of Indigenous activity for generations. Centering on the culture of the Coast Salish tribes, it remains a gathering place for Native Americans through the generations. The Daybreak Star Indian Cultural Center is at the center of this activity as a multifaceted service organization. Daybreak Star Radio is an online streaming service that unites and inspires community. Program Director Harris Francis and Producer Ronnie the Blue-Eyed Native tell us more.

Soccer star Madison Hammond is the focus of a new mini documentary. It shares a rare picture of her life behind-the-scenes, focusing on mental health, identity and family. The 25-year-old is the first Native player in the National Women’s Soccer League. This film was directed by Kyle Bell and produced by IllumiNative and Reno Productions.

University of Wisconsin Law Professor Richard Monette has served as chairman Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa and helped draft dozens of tribal constitutions. ICT’s Stewart Huntington has this interview about how tribal governments can benefit from adopting Indigenous ideas.

  • President Joe Biden has met with top Republicans and Democrats to find a potential solution to the looming debt ceiling. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen told lawmakers the government will not be able to pay its bills, as early as June 1, unless Congress raises the debt limit.
  • A proposed bill would support economic development on tribal lands, if passed into law. The Unlocked Act was proposed by senators Lisa Murkowski and Brian Shatz. If the legislation is successful, it would amend the Long-Term Leasing Act and would authorize all federally recognized Tribes to issue leases, of their lands, for up to 99 years.
  • Athletes from all over Brazil participated in what is being called the Olympic Games of Indigenous people last month. Spectators watched competitions in everything from archery to tug-of-war. ICT’s Vincent Moniz has more.
  • The longest serving Native American member of Congress recently received a new honor. Rep. Tom Cole of Oklahoma was inducted into the National Service Hall of Fame by Voices for National Service, for his long standing work with Americorps. 

Today’s newscast was created with work from:

Shirley Sneve, Ponca/Sicangu Lakota, is vice president of broadcasting for the ICT Newscast. Follow her on Twitter @rosebudshirley. She is based in Nebraska and Minnesota.

Aliyah Chavez, Kewa Pueblo, is the anchor of the ICT Newscast. On Twitter: @aliyahjchavez.

R. Vincent Moniz, Jr., NuÉta, is the senior producer of the ICT Newscast. Have a great story? Pitch it to vincent@ictnews.org.

McKenzie Allen-Charmley, Dena’ina Athabascan, is a producer of the ICT Newscast. On Instagram: @mallencharmley.

Paris Wise, Zia and Laguna Pueblo, is a producer for the ICT Newscast. Instagram and Twitter: @parisiswise. Email: paris@ictnews.org.

Drea Yazzie, Diné, is a producer and editor for the ICT Newscast. On Twitter: @quindreayazzie. Yazzie is based in Phoenix.

Virginia Rigney, Chickasaw, is a video editor for the ICT Newscast.

Pacey Smith Garcia, Ute, is a production assistant for the ICT newscast. On Twitter: @paceyjournalist.

RipLey-Simone Kennebrew is an intern for the ICT Newscast. On Twitter: @ripleysimoneken

Daniel Herrera Carbajal is an intern for the ICT Newscast. On Twitter: @daniulherrrera

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