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Yahoo
10-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
The Lower Sioux Tribe is investing in industrial hemp to help combat a housing shortage.
The ICT Newscast for Friday, May 9, 2025, features stories about a mascot issue that catches the ear of the Trump administration, cultural institutions and funding are canceled. Plus ready for some comedy? Joey Clift has a new movie! A New York school district defies a state order to remove its Native-themed mascot and gains national political support. A Dakota tribe uses hempcrete to build mold and fire resistant homes, calling hemp the 'new green buffalo.' A new short film blends powwow culture with gaming nostalgia, proving Native stories can be both funny and relatable. A new Miss Indian World is crowned! The winner of this year's pageant emphasizes cultural pride and community over titles. Federal funding cuts to cultural institutions raise fears of erasure and prompt calls for Native-led solutions. Check out the ICT Newscast on YouTube for this episode and more. View previous ICT broadcasts here every week for the latest news from around Indian Country. ICT is owned by IndiJ Public Media, a nonprofit news organization. Will you support our work? All of our content is free. There are no subscriptions or costs. Support ICT for as little as $10 or less.. Sign up for ICT's free newsletter.
Yahoo
10-05-2025
- Entertainment
- Yahoo
The Lower Sioux Tribe is investing in industrial hemp to help combat a housing shortage.
The ICT Newscast for Friday, May 9, 2025, features stories about a mascot issue that catches the ear of the Trump administration, cultural institutions and funding are canceled. Plus ready for some comedy? Joey Clift has a new movie! A New York school district defies a state order to remove its Native-themed mascot and gains national political support. A Dakota tribe uses hempcrete to build mold and fire resistant homes, calling hemp the 'new green buffalo.' A new short film blends powwow culture with gaming nostalgia, proving Native stories can be both funny and relatable. A new Miss Indian World is crowned! The winner of this year's pageant emphasizes cultural pride and community over titles. Federal funding cuts to cultural institutions raise fears of erasure and prompt calls for Native-led solutions. Check out the ICT Newscast on YouTube for this episode and more. View previous ICT broadcasts here every week for the latest news from around Indian Country. ICT is owned by IndiJ Public Media, a nonprofit news organization. Will you support our work? All of our content is free. There are no subscriptions or costs. Support ICT for as little as $10 or less.. Sign up for ICT's free newsletter.
Yahoo
02-04-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
The Power of Indigenous Journalism: ICT's 2024 Impact Report
At ICT and IndiJ Public Media, we believe storytelling is a force for change. Our 2024 Impact Report highlights the power of Indigenous journalism, showcasing the growth of our newsroom, expansion of our regional bureaus, and the stories that shaped the past year. In 2024, we reached 1.4 million readers and viewers, tackling critical Indigenous issues and continuing our mission to empower Native voices. This past year marked significant milestones for ICT, including the expansion of our regional bureaus, in-depth reporting on key Indigenous issues, and national recognition for our work. Our annual report provides an inside look at the evolution of ICT and the stories that defined the year. Here's what you'll find: A Letter from the CEO sharing our vision for the future of Indigenous journalism A Letter from the Editor reflecting on 2024's most impactful stories A Letter from the General Manager on our transformation into a fully integrated, multimedia newsroom Regional Bureau Expansion: Our plan to grow from 5 to 10 bureaus to increase local Indigenous reporting Top Indigenous Stories of 2024: Covering landmark moments, from the federal boarding school apology to Indigenous athletes at the Olympics Awards & Honors recognizing our excellence in Indigenous journalism Our Supporters: A tribute to the individuals and organizations that make our work possible Our mission is clear: to tell the stories that matter most to Native communities. With a growing team, expanded coverage, and an engaged audience, we are building a future where Indigenous perspectives are front and center in the media landscape. We invite you to explore the and see how we are making a difference. Thank you for being part of this journey—your support fuels our mission!
