American Indians

Tribe Loses Court Decision Over Lansing Casino

A federal judge suddenly has put the brakes on plans for an American Indian casino in Lansing.

WWJ Newsradio 950–2013/03/06

Remains At Road Work Site IDed As Native American

Officials say human remains found at the site of a road resurfacing project in Michigan’s northeastern Lower Peninsula have been identified as being those of American Indians.

WWJ Newsradio 950–2012/12/08

Timothy Clinton-Paul Oleniczak (Booking Photo)

Michigan Man Sentenced For Selling Eagle Feathers

A 21-year-old Manistee man has been sentenced to probation, community service and a $2,500 fine for illegally selling eagle feathers.

WWJ Newsradio 950–2012/11/03

Attorney General Sues Over Lansing Casino

Michigan Attorney General Bill Schuette is attempting to block plans for a $245 million American Indian casino in downtown Lansing.

WWJ Newsradio 950–2012/09/11

Sault Tribe Members Approve Lansing Casino Plan

Members of the Sault Ste. Marie Tribe of Chippewa Indians have approved a proposal to seek federal permission to open a $245 million casino in downtown Lansing, the tribe announced Thursday.

WWJ Newsradio 950–2012/05/04

Tribe Considers Recognizing Same-Sex Marriages

The Little Traverse Bay Bands of Odawa Indians’ tribal council is considering a constitutional amendment that would recognize same-sex marriages.

WWJ Newsradio 950–2012/03/21

Lansing City Council Gives OK To Proposed Casino

The Lansing City Council has voted to move forward with a proposed $245 million tribal casino in Michigan’s capital city.

WWJ Newsradio 950–2012/03/20

Plans Call For Casino In Downtown Lansing

A $245 million American Indian casino in downtown Lansing could create about 2,200 jobs and help fund scholarships for area students, according to backers.

WWJ Newsradio 950–2012/01/23

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