FBI Raises Rewards in More Than 50 Indian Country Cases
The FBI’s Voices Not Forgotten initiative sets higher rewards for qualifying unsolved cases and gives the public a map and official tip instructions.
Tribal Communities
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South Dakota seeks federal disaster declaration for eight counties and two reservations after severe storms
Gov. Larry Rhoden requested a presidential major disaster declaration for eight South Dakota counties and the Crow Creek and Lower Brule reservations after severe storms from June 28 through July 3.
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Justice Department Watchdog Audits Federal Response to Missing and Murdered Indigenous People Law
A Justice Department inspector-general audit released July 29 examines U.S. Attorneys’ Offices’ compliance with Savanna’s Act and their response to missing and murdered Indigenous persons.
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New Mexico broadband discount program heads toward December launch, but rules remain unsettled
New Mexico’s proposed LITAP program could cut broadband bills by up to $30 monthly, or $70 for qualifying Tribal homes, beginning December 1, 2026, but enrollment rules are not final.