For the first time, the largest tribe in California has one of its own to lead its legal battles.
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June 11, 2018
In this issue, a growing cadre of young Indigenous lawyers is rising to meet legal challenges, old and new. The Yurok Tribe, in Northern California, now has one of its own citizens leading its most important legal battles over the Klamath River and the salmon it carries. Also, a look at water battles across the West and an excerpt from author Craig Childs' new book.
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But the state of California and Winnemem Wintu Tribe oppose the project.
But to use them, tribes often must negotiate settlements that need federal approval.
Editor's Note
The number of Indigenous lawyers is growing, after a long history of courts denying rights to American Indians.
Current
Forest Service rangers manage to bust some tree thieves — but most still get away.
Mount St. Helens research enlightens the response to the recent Hawaiian eruption.
Some back away from cooperating as trust in Interior wanes.
Shifts in coastal weather systems could make the West’s species less resilient.
Essays
An American creation story.
Book Reviews
A book of photos explores the mesas and canyons of Bears Ears.
Perspective
Without jobs, journalists can’t be the watchdogs of democracy.
Heard Around the West
Mishaps and mayhem from around the region.
Dear Friends
The staff takes on a more geographically dispersed model of organization.
Letters
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