Standing Rock Sioux tribe

Judge orders Dakota Access pipeline shut down pending environmental review

By Dave Kolpack, Associated Press

Members of the Standing Rock Sioux Nation and Indigenous leaders participate in a protest march and rally in opposition to the Dakota Access and Keystone XL pipelines in D.C. Photo by Kevin Lamarque/Reuters

Judge questions Dakota Access Pipeline permits, prompting review

While the decision is a victory for Standing Rock Sioux tribe and other environmental activists, it does not stop operations for the 1,170-mile pipeline.

By Joshua Barajas

American Indians gather in D.C. for four-day protest against Trump, Dakota Access pipeline

Starting Tuesday, tribal members and supporters plan to camp each day on the National Mall, with teepees, a ceremonial fire, cultural workshops and speakers.

By Blake Nicholson, Associated Press

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