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Jonathan Joss as Chief Ken Hotate on 'Parks and Rec' (L); Sigfredo Ceja Alvarez's mug shot (R)
Crime

Hate crime or neighborhood feud?  Everything we know so far about Jonathan Joss's killing

In the midst of a feud with his suspected killer, Joss dealt with the loss of his house and pets, financial hardships, and substance abuse.

Jonathan Joss on Parks and Recreation NBC tv show
Crime

San Antonio police were 'premature' in saying Jonathan Joss's murder wasn't a hate crime, police chief says

"We issued a statement the day after Jonathan Joss's murder that was way, way, way premature. Shouldn't have done it," Police Chief William McManus said.

Devery Jacobs
Arts & Entertainment

Devery Jacobs didn't have the 'option to be in the closet' — and she didn't want it

The Reservation Dogs and American Gods actor has a message for queer Indigenous youth.

Being Thunder
film

Two-Spirit Joy (and Pain) Examined in New Doc 'Being Thunder'

Sherente Mishitashin breaks the bounds of gender -- just as their ancestors did hundreds of years ago.

Sharice Davids
Politics

Gay Native American Sharice Davids Reelected to U.S. House

Davids was the first gay Native American in Congress and is the only Democrat in Kansas's congressional delegation.

Peltola
Politics

Beating Palin, Dem Mary Peltola to Be First Alaska Native in House

Peltola makes history and Democrats score another congressional victory.

Five More Indigenous Experiences Everyone Should Have
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Five More Indigenous Experiences Everyone Should Have

This Hidden Desert Gem is the Perfect Las Vegas Day Trip
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This Hidden Desert Gem is the Perfect Las Vegas Day Trip

Tamara Podemski, 'Outer Range'
Arts & Entertainment

Sheriff Joy Hawk Trusts Her Instincts in 'Outer Range' Exclusive Clip

Tamara Podemski's character reveals a painful story from her childhood in the next episode of Amazon Studios' sci-fi Western series.

Eugene Tso
Politics

A Navajo Nation Lawmaker Has Introduced Marriage Equality Legislation

Navajo Council Delegate Eugene Tso sponsored a bill that will be heard later this year.

Tamara Podemski, 'Outer Range'
Arts & Entertainment

'Outer Range's Tamara Podemski Takes On the American West

The actor behind Outer Range's gay Native American sheriff talks representation, family, and why the Western genre is due for an update.

Two Spirit
Voices

Saving Two Spirit and Indigenous LGBTQ+ Youth

Friday is Native American Heritage Day -- protecting queer Native young people must be part of the conversation.

Rep. Sharice Davids
Politics

Rep. Sharice Davids: Fighting for LGBTQ+, Native People in Congress

The first out Native American to serve in Congress talks about the Equality Act, her partner, and working with Biden.

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Youth

American Indian/Alaskan Native LGBTQ+ Youth Face High Suicide Risk

The Trevor Project has released a new research brief for Native American Heritage Month.