Tribes sue to halt exploratory drilling in Black Hills near sacred ceremonial site

Nine Native American tribes in South Dakota, North Dakota and Nebraska are suing the federal government, bidding to stop exploratory drilling for graphite near a sacred ceremonial site in the Black Hills

May 4, 2026Updated: May 4, 2026

By SARAH RAZA

Regional

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Tribes sue to halt exploratory drilling in Black Hills near sacred ceremonial site

Regional

As births rise in Valentine, youth volunteers step in to help clinic

Police seek public’s help after multiple vehicle break-ins in Gordon

Sullivan Hills celebrates pond renovation

Sandhills rural school wins Stretch Across Nebraska

State

Kearney council member reflects on path from hometown to Naval War College

Sheriff weighs in on ‘Cookie Monster’ case, points to repeat offenses

Nebraska Law Enforcement Memorial Ceremony scheduled for May 8

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Tribes sue to halt exploratory drilling in Black Hills near sacred ceremonial site

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