Add Yahoo as a preferred source to see more of our stories on Google. Cherokee of Georgia was recognized in 1988 and has about 400 members. They have held nonprofit status since 1989 for their mission ...

The tribe's council will consider a resolution that seeks to change the tribe’s name.

In the early nineteenth century, white settlers in the eastern United States increasingly encroached upon the lands of Native Americans. Although the U.S. government had signed treaties demarcating ...

Many tribes are encouraged by Trump's choice of Sen. Markwayne Mullin, a member of the Cherokee nation, as the new DHS Secretary. ICE agents have been accused of racially profiling Native Americans.

Sat, 28 February 2026 at 11:40 pm UTC Agali — This name comes from the Cherokee word for "sunshine." Sitanka — This Sioux term means "big foot" and represents bravery and leadership. Peta — With roots ...