Cherokee's girls basketball team won its conference tournament last weekend, but leaders say the celebration was tainted by inappropriate actions from members of the opposing fan base. The Lady Braves ...

according to Principal Chief Michell Hicks. “This was not just frustration over a loss, this was adults, including educators, choosing to direct their anger toward Cherokee student-athletes ...

That, combined with comments made on social media about the team, caused a reaction from Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians Principal Chief Michell Hicks. He wrote the following statement to News 13 ...

That's how long the Lumbee have been denied federal recognition. Now, President Donald Trump is pushing for that to change.

Michell Hicks is principal chief of the Eastern Band of Cherokee Indians. “Our student-athletes should never have to question whether they will be treated with respect when they step onto the ...