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Nicole Marie Taylor December 12, 1992 ~ February 26, 2024 (age 31) Nicole Marie Taylor, age 31, travelled to the spirit world on Monday, February 26, 2024 in St. Paul, MN. A traditional wake will begin at 5PM with services starting at 7PM on Friday, March 1, 2024 at the White Earth Family Center in Cass Lake and continue until the service at 11AM on Saturday, March 2, 2024. Anwat Goodwin and Opwaganse Goodwin will be the Spiritual Advisors. Burial will be at Pine Grove Cemetery in Cass Lake....
Karen Louise (Whitebird) Martinez-Garcia October 11, 1953 ~ February 27, 2024 (age 70) Karen Louise Martinez-Garcia, age 70, of the Eagle Clan and Frazee, MN, unexpectedly passed away on Tuesday, February 27, 2024, at St. Mary's Essentia Hospital in Detroit Lakes, MN. She was born on October 11, 1953, in Cass Lake, MN, the daughter of Eunice (Diver) Whitebird. Karen enjoyed going for walks, being outdoors in the woods, especially the pine trees. She was a very caring and loving woman. She...
Senate Minority Leader Mitch McConnell (R-Ky.) plans to step down from his leadership position in November, he announced Wednesday, a move that would mark the end of his tenure as the longest-serving Senate leader in American history. The announcement marks the beginning of the end of an era in American politics. McConnell has been a towering force over his decades in the Senate, enraging Democrats by using hardball tactics to reshape the federal judiciary and later serving as an occasional...
Congressional leaders agreed to a funding deal Wednesday that would prevent a partial government shutdown this weekend, extending the expiration dates for federal finances until later in March as lawmakers iron out the final details of a $1.7 trillion spending package. Roughly 20 percent of the federal government - including the Departments of Transportation, Veterans Affairs, Housing and Urban Development, and Agriculture - is set to shutter at 12:01 a.m. Saturday, unless Congress approves new...
The Supreme Court will review Donald Trump's unprecedented claim that he is shielded from prosecution for actions taken while in office, further delaying the former president's federal trial in the nation's capital on charges of conspiring to overturn his 2020 election loss to remain in power. The justices set arguments for the week of April 22 to consider a unanimous ruling from a panel of the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit, which early this month rejected Trump's sweeping...
An Illinois judge ruled Wednesday that former president Donald Trump should be removed from the state's primary ballot because of the 14th Amendment ban on insurrectionists holding office. Illinois became the third state where Trump has been kicked off the primary ballot, following Colorado and Maine. Both of those states' rulings are on hold pending an appeal of the Colorado decision to the U.S. Supreme Court. Cook County Circuit Court Judge Tracie R. Porter immediately stayed her ruling until...
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention recommended Wednesday that people 65 and older get a second dose of a coronavirus vaccine made available in the fall because they are at higher risk for severe disease from the virus. "Most covid-19 deaths and hospitalizations last year were among people 65 years and older. An additional vaccine dose can provide added protection that may have decreased over time for those at highest risk," CDC Director Mandy Cohen said in a statement after...
President Biden's doctor on Wednesday released a summary of his health following an annual checkup in which he declared no major new concerns and said the president "continues to be fit for duty." The six-page summary was released at a time when Biden's age and cognitive abilities have been under scrutiny as the nation's oldest president runs for reelection. The 81-year-old incumbent, who would be 86 at the end of a second term, is likely to face Donald Trump, who is 77. The exam found Biden,...
The Teamsters and Anheuser-Busch, the country's largest brewer, announced late Wednesday that they had reached a tentative agreement on a contract that the union and the company said includes strong wage gains and significant protections for job security. Without a deal, the Teamsters union's 5,000 members had been poised to strike Friday against the company's 12 breweries across the country, which make Bud Light, Budweiser, Michelob Ultra, Stella Artois and other brands of beer. "Teamsters...
Wendy's now says that it has no plans to increase prices during the busiest times at its restaurants. Chief Executive Kirk Tanner said earlier this month the burger chain would start testing dynamic pricing, similar to how Uber and Lyft change rates based on demand. The company said Wednesday, after Tanner's comments began to circulate widely this week, that any features it decides to test in the future "would be designed to benefit our customers and restaurant crew members."...
A woman has received a 22-year sentence for stabbing her fiancé to death in her western Wisconsin home 1½ years ago. Marian Smith, 55, of New Richmond was sentenced Tuesday in St. Croix Circuit Court after pleading guilty to first-degree intentional homicide and resisting or obstructing police in connection with the death of Shaun Lewis, 48. With credit for time in jail since her arrest, Smith is expected to serve roughly the first 1½ years of her term in prison and the balance on extended release. https://www.startribune.co...
CANADIAN, Texas - A cluster of wildfires scorched the Texas Panhandle on Wednesday, including a blaze that grew into one of the largest in state history, as flames moved with alarming speed and blackened the landscape across a vast stretch of small towns and cattle ranches. An 83-year-old grandmother from the tiny town of Stinnett was the lone confirmed fatality. However, authorities have yet to make a thorough search for victims and have warned the damage to some communities is extensive....
OTTAWA, Ontario - Canada is working to airdrop humanitarian aid to the Gaza Strip as soon as possible, a cabinet minister said Wednesday. The confirmation that an active effort is underway comes after Canadian International Development Minister Ahmed Hussen said Ottawa was exploring new options to deliver aid. He said the provision of airdrops in partnership with like-minded countries in the region, such as Jordan, was on the table. https://www.startribune.com/canada-says-its...
The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s (USDA) Equity Commission – an independent body with 41 commission and subcommittee members charged with evaluating USDA programs and services and developing recommendations on how USDA can reduce barriers – released its Final Report (Report) with 66 recommendations to further advance and embed equity into policies, practices and processes at the agency. Kari Jo Lawrence, CEO of the Intertribal Agriculture Council and Co-Chair of the Native Farm Bill Coalition, served on the Equity Commission’s agricul...
in response to allegations that Speedway failed to provide refueling assistance to customers with disabilities in violation of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ("ADA") and related regulations, announced U.S. Attorney Andrew M. Luger. "Speedway/7-Eleven has worked cooperatively to address this issue and promptly institute company-wide changes to ensure it is providing refueling assistance to individuals with disabilities as required by the ADA," said U.S. Attorney Andrew M. Luger....
Boozhoo, Akina Awiiyaa. First of all we would like to apologize for taking so long to express our gratitude. The family of Greeting "Gus" Spears would like to give a big Chi-Miigwech to everyone. Whether you helped cook, clean, watch fire, sent a card, gave a hug, sat with us, shared stories, offered condolence and/or donated! All your support was noticed and cherished. Your kindness and generosity were appreciated. We would like to thank the following: Red Lake impatient for all your wonderful...
Senator Mitch McConnell, the longtime top Senate Republican, said on Wednesday that he would give up his spot as the party’s leader following the November elections, acknowledging that his Reaganite national security views had put him out of step with a party now headed by former President Donald J. Trump. “Believe me, I know the politics within my party at this particular time,” Mr. McConnell, who turned 82 last week, said in a speech on the Senate floor announcing his intentions. “I have many faults. Misunderstanding politics is not one of th...
BEMIDJI, Minn. –The Minnesota Department of Transportation has reduced the load limit at the following locations to seven tons beginning Thursday, February 29 until further notice. • Hwy 87 from east junction of Hubbard CR 6 to Hwy 64 • Hwy 87 from Hwy 71 to west junction of Hubbard CR 6 The load limit reduction is due to a weak base and poor pavement condition. Seasonal load limit zones and restricted routes can be found on the MnDOT load limits map. Start and end dates and other load limit information are shown at mndot.gov/loadlimits. MnDOT...
MESA, AZ – Chris James, President and CEO of The National Center for American Indian Enterprise Development, has been appointed by President Joe Biden to the Advisory Committee for Trade Policy and Negotiations. The committee was established to provide overall policy advice to the United States Trade Representative (USTR) on matters arising in connection with the development, implementation, and administration of the trade policy of the United States. The Committee includes up to 45 members recommended by the U.S. Trade Representative who a...
Donald Trump's federal trial for seeking to subvert the 2020 election is likely to remain on hold for several more months while the Supreme Court takes up his argument that he is immune from prosecution for actions he took while president. In a one-page order Wednesday, the court set an expedited schedule to hear the immunity issue, with oral arguments to be set during the week of April 22. In the meantime, proceedings in the trial court will remain frozen. There was no noted dissent or other...
Lily Gladstone snags another major win After snagging the win for Outstanding Performance by a Female Actor in a Leading Role at the peer-driven Screen Actors Guild Awards on Saturday, Lily Gladstone still manages to celebrate her Siksikaitsitapii and Nimíipuu culture in the midst of a hectic Hollywood awards season. Gladstone's in-grained values shine a light on storytelling, cultural language, sovereignty, balance, teamwork and empathy. Holistic, thoughtful and inclusive, she champions...
CASS LAKE- The Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe Division of Resource Management is excited to announce the establishment of the Leech Lake Aqwajiing Izhaadaa (Let's Get Outside) (AI) Grant. This grant is designed to provide funding opportunities to promote outdoor initiatives, access to natural resources, and encourage outdoor cultural activities for the communities of the Leech Lake Band of Ojibwe. Sharing knowledge of the outdoors and creating space for others to learn is vital to the survival of our...
The United Tribes Technical College women's basketball team surpassed a season-high 17 three-pointers to help pick up its sixth win, in the last seven games, against Dakota College at Bottineau, 97-78, on Wednesday night at the James Henry Gymasium. With the win, UTTC improves to 12-16 (10-12 Mon-Dak) on the season. The vistory moves the Thunderbirds into the Region XIII Championship game on Sunday, against Gogebic College (8-14). Tyleigh Brady paced the Thunderbirds with a season-high 22...
Red Lake Youth Sports Varsity boys get the win tonight over the Gators 122-54. Gerald Kingbird, Jr surpassed his Dad in the first half on the warriors all time scoring list, then his sister Gerika early in the second half and finished with 42 points on the night. JB connects from downtown 11 times tonight and finished with 36. Dudley, Jr with a 13 piece and numerous boards, and senior Gordon Thompson, Jr got his first action battling back from ligament injuries and got a bucket, along with Amad...
Red Lake Tribal Chairman Darrell G. Seki Sr. State of the Band remarks: Good morning Red Lake Nation Members, Tribal Council, Chiefs, all Tribal and Gaming Employees and visitors. It's a great day as we are going through an unbelievable winter, climate change. I would like to start out by informing the members, that there will be a financial summit in April to answer any financial questions anyone may have. Treasurer Lussier will give an update on that event. EAST BOUNDARY AND OTHER TRIBAL...
