Brian Bull

The proper repatriation of Native American remains is behind a new facility in Corvallis, Oregon. It’s a collaboration between Oregon State University and the nine federally-recognized tribes within the state.

Regrowth and renewal were the themes of a special ceremony in Blue River this past Sunday. The event was also to highlight the history of Native Americans in the McKenzie River Corridor.

In Oregon, a coastal piece of the Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indian's ancestral territory have been restored. Monday's announcement coincides with the 47 th anniversary of the tribe regaining federal recognition.

An undated aerial image of Cape Foulweather on the Oregon Coast provided by the Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians. Claire Fiegener, Steve Smith Photography / Courtesy of the Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians

In his first term, Trump opened up lands sacred to Native people for development, and rolled back dozens of environmental protections. Oregon Gov. Tina Kotek said she’ll stand with Oregon values as the White House changes hands again.

This time of year finds many Native Americans across the Pacific Northwest treating hazel, through fire and cutting. The native hazel shrub – not to be confused with hazelnut trees – is prized for its sticks, often used for traditional basketry.

The federal government has issued criminal charges against the J.H. Baxter company and its president over its operation of its Eugene wood-treatment plant.

The federal government has issued criminal charges against the J.H. Baxter company and its president over its operation of its Eugene wood treatment plant.

Four states now allow government-run insurance programs to cover Native American healing practices.

While the last few weeks have had Oregonians breaking out the umbrellas and bemoaning ponds in their streets, the state climatologist says there’s a bright spot to the continuous rains.