This Week in Native News

by Aug 5, 2025NEWS ka-no-he-da0 comments

Compiled by Brooklyn Brown

One Feather Reporter

 

Potawatomi leaders establish Bodéwadmi Confederation

Leaders of the twelve Potawatomi tribal nations formally established the Bodéwadmi Confederation of Tribal Nations by signing articles of confederation at the 2025 Potawatomi Gathering at Gun Lake Casino Resort in Wayland, MI last week.

Read more: Bodéwadmi Confederation Articles Signed at 2025 Pottawatomi Gathering | Sovereignty

 

Seneca Nation purchases professional lacrosse team

The Rochester Knighthawks, a professional lacrosse team in Rochester, NY, announced that the franchise was purchased by the Seneca Nation Aug. 5, ensuring that the franchise will remain in Rochester.

Read more: Seneca Nation buys Rochester Knighthawks

 

The Indigenous Journalists Association’s Indigenous Media Conference is happening next week

The Indigenous Journalists Association (IJA) is hosting the Indigenous Media Conference in Albuquerque, NM, Aug. 13 through Aug. 15. The opening night reception will take place at the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center.

Read more: IJA announces Albuquerque for 2025 Indigenous Media Conference Aug. 13-15, 2025 – IJA