ICT NEWSCAST: “Dark Winds” returns, Cherokee Freedmen and more

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The ICT Newscast for Friday, February 27, 2026, covers continued fallout from the Department of Homeland Security, Indigenous athletes in the Olympics and Leonard Peltier reflects on his return home.  Check out the ICT Newscast on YouTube for this episode and more.

Check out the ICT Newscast on YouTube for this episode and more.

• “Dark Winds” Actor Turns Director “Dark Winds” star Zahn McClarnon steps behind the camera to direct the hit Navajo crime series, marking a major milestone for Indigenous representation in Hollywood.
• Kristi Noem Issues Statement to Tribal Nations Secretary Kristi Noem releases an official statement to federally recognized tribes amid growing conversations surrounding federal Indian policy and tribal sovereignty.
• Indigenous Athletes Medal at the Olympics Native American and Indigenous athletes compete on the world stage, bringing home medals and representing their nations with pride at the Olympic Games.
• Cherokee Nation Honors Cherokee Freedmen The tribe commemorates Black History Month with a tribute to the Cherokee Freedmen, honoring a powerful and complex chapter in tribal history.
• “Highway of Death” Documentary takes a look at Highway 212 in Montana Filmmaker Robyn Wayne remembers the lives lost on one of Indian Country’s most dangerous roads.
• Leonard Peltier Reflects on First Year of Commuted Sentence Native American activist Leonard Peltier speaks out about life after release, reflecting on justice, healing, and freedom after nearly five decades behind bars.
• Denver March Powwow Celebrates 50 Years The iconic Denver March Powwow marks a historic 50th Anniversary — celebrating half a century of culture, tradition, drum, and dance.

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