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8 months ago
Climate activist who targeted Dakota Access Pipeline sentenced to 6 years after terrorism enhancement
A federal judge last week ordered Ruby Montoya, a 32-year-old climate activist, to serve six years in prison for her role in damaging the Dakota Access Pipeline
8 months ago
4 years ago
Over 380,000 gallons of oil spill from Keystone pipeline in North Dakota
More than 380,000 gallons of oil have spilled from a leak in the Keystone pipeline in North Dakota this week, officials said.
4 years ago
5 years ago
Revealing documentary on the youths at the heart of the Standing Rock protests against the Dakota Access pipeline
For months, the International Indigenous Youth Council, known for its commitment to peaceful action, has helped steer the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe's efforts to halt the Dakota Access pipeline.
5 years ago
6 years ago
210,000-gallon oil leak reported on Keystone pipeline in South Dakota
TransCanada, the pipeline's owner, said the leak is under investigation.
6 years ago
6 years ago
Judge denies tribes' motion seeking to temporarily halt Dakota Access pipeline
Oil could flow through the pipeline as soon as next week.
6 years ago
6 years ago
Standing Rock fight comes to Washington for multiday protest
Indigenous activists erected a tipi camp beside the Washington Monument today.
6 years ago
6 years ago
Keystone pipeline won't have to use American steel, despite Trump's repeated promises
Trump has said Keystone steel "comes from the U.S., or we're not building it."
6 years ago
6 years ago
The end of the Standing Rock standoff between authorities, protesters
Protests took place for months in an attempt to stop the Dakota Access pipeline from being built next to the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe reservation.
6 years ago
6 years ago
Trump administration withdrew legal memo that found 'ample legal justification' to halt Dakota Access pipeline
The legal opinion was withdrawn two days before an easement was approved.
6 years ago
6 years ago
Authorities arrest last remaining demonstrators at pipeline protest camp
The Dakota Access pipeline protest site has been cleared after some demonstrators refused to leave Wednesday, when a deadline for evacuation passed.
6 years ago
6 years ago
Dakota Access pipeline protest site cleared after police in riot gear enter main camp
Forty-six people were arrested today, authorities said.
6 years ago
6 years ago
Police in riot gear enter main protest camp for Dakota Access pipeline
Police clad in full riot gear have entered the main encampment of people protesting the Dakota Access pipeline near Cannonball, North Dakota, where some protesters remained despite state and federal orders to leave.
6 years ago
6 years ago
Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe Chairman's DAPL Fight in Washington
Harold Frazier and his team traveled to D.C., when they presented a temporary restraining order against the DAPL on Feb. 13 and reviewed the original treaties the U.S. signed with the Great Sioux Nation.
6 years ago
6 years ago
Pipeline protesters burn camps as deadline to vacate approaches
People have gathered at the Oceti Sakowin camps in North Dakota to protest construction of the Dakota Access pipeline.
6 years ago
6 years ago
Authorities move into Dakota Access Pipeline protest camp
The deadline to evacuate the Oceti Sakowin camp was Wednesday at 2 p.m.
6 years ago
6 years ago
Dakota Access Pipeline protest camps ordered to vacate
Officers arrested at least 10 protesters who refused to leave a North Dakota campsite and have warned the area will soon flood and any trash and debris left behind may become hazardous to rivers.
6 years ago
6 years ago
Dramatic final showdown over the Dakota Access Pipeline
Protesters set fire to temporary structures they built as authorities try to negotiate.
6 years ago
6 years ago
DAPL protesters refuse to leave camp ground
ABC News' Phillip Mena reports from the area where protesters are refusing to leave as they reach their deadline.
6 years ago
6 years ago
Dakota pipeline builder says oil could flow in as little as 2 weeks
Announcement comes amid legal battle between company and Indian tribes.
6 years ago
6 years ago
Dakota Access pipeline protesters meet with authorities over emergency evacuation order
Dakota Access pipeline protesters at the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe reservation in North Dakota met with state representatives Thursday.
6 years ago
6 years ago
North Dakota governor issues emergency evacuation order for Dakota Access Pipeline protest camp
The camp needs to be evacuated by February 22.
6 years ago
6 years ago
Standing Rock Sioux Ask Court to Halt Dakota Access Pipeline Construction
Tribe joins a motion filed Thursday by Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe.
6 years ago
6 years ago
Tribes fighting the Dakota Access pipeline lose bid to immediately pause construction
A judge found no irreparable harm to the tribes if construction goes on.
6 years ago
6 years ago
Judge to hear arguments on Dakota Access pipeline project
ABC News' Maggie Rulli reports from Washington talking to Leaders of Standing Rock.
6 years ago
6 years ago
Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe Files 1st Legal Challenge Over Dakota Access Pipeline Easement
A Native American tribe has filed the first legal challenge to block the nearly finished Dakota Access Pipeline from moving forward.
6 years ago
6 years ago
Standing Rock Sioux Tribe Vows to Challenge Latest Army Corps Decision on Dakota Access Pipeline
Opponents of the Dakota Access Pipeline believe the easement cannot be granted legally at this time.
6 years ago
6 years ago
Army Will Grant Easement for Dakota Access Pipeline
The controversial final phase of the pipeline has been on hold.
6 years ago
6 years ago
Timeline of Dakota Access Pipeline Development
An overview of the fight between the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe and Energy Transfer Partners.
6 years ago
6 years ago
Why the Dakota Access Pipeline May Not Proceed Imminently Despite Presidential Memo
The Army said it has not yet granted the easement needed to finish the pipeline.
6 years ago
6 years ago
Trump: 'Haven't Had One Call' Complaining About Dakota Pipeline
"As you know, I approved two pipelines that were stuck in limbo forever," President Donald Trump said during his remarks at a listening session with county sheriffs. "I don't even think it was controversial."
6 years ago
6 years ago
Dakota Pipeline Decision Could Come This Week: Army Corps
The Army Corps of Engineers could reach a decision as early as this week on whether to grant an easement to the Dakota Access pipeline, according to an attorney for the government on Monday.
6 years ago
6 years ago
Dakota Access Pipeline Decision Could Come This Week: Army Corps of Engineers
A court hearing is scheduled for early next week.
6 years ago
6 years ago
Army Corps of Engineers Closing Dakota Pipeline Protest Camp
Record levels of snow are expected in the area, which could compromise safety.
6 years ago
6 years ago
Dakota Access Seeks to Shield 'Sensitive' Info to Protect Pipeline From Possible Terrorist Attack: Court Docs
The company seeks to protect the pipeline from potential terrorists.
6 years ago
6 years ago
76 'Rogue' Dakota Access Pipeline Protesters Arrested After Refusing to Vacate Camp
About 76 "rogue" protesters were arrested Wednesday near the Dakota Access Pipeline in North Dakota, authorities said.
6 years ago
6 years ago
Deputies Clear Protest Camp in North Dakota
The Morton County Sheriff's Department posted a video of officers clearing protesters' camp on private property in North Dakota.
6 years ago
6 years ago
'Rogue' North Dakota Access Pipeline Protesters Ordered to Vacate New Camp
About 20 protesters were arrested after refusing to disperse from the property.
6 years ago
6 years ago
Trump Moves to Advance Keystone XL, Dakota Access Pipelines
The actions drew applause from pipeline supporters, condemnation from opponents.
6 years ago
6 years ago
Trump Signs Order to Move Forward Keystone, Dakota Access Pipelines
President Trump used his fifth day in office to move forward the Keystone and Dakota Access pipelines, as well as to streamline regulations for infrastructure and manufacturing.
6 years ago
6 years ago
Native American Solar Energy Visionary Equips Standing Rock Protesters With Green Technology
ABC News photographed Red Cloud’s visit in December to the Standing Rock Reservation where he installed solar air furnaces to help keep protesters warm.
6 years ago
6 years ago
How Donald Trump Could Overturn the Dakota Access Pipeline Decision if He Wanted To
Army Corps has denied the easement needed to finish the controversial pipeline.
6 years ago
6 years ago
Army Corps Denies Easement for Dakota Access Pipeline
Native-American groups and environmental activists have been protesting since summer to block construction of the nearly completed 1,172-mile pipeline.
6 years ago
7 years ago
Dakota Access Pipeline Protesters to Defy Deadline to Leave After Cheering Army Corps' Decision
Protesters have been ordered to leave the area by today.
7 years ago
7 years ago
Stars Celebrate Dakota Pipeline Protesters' Victory
Stars cheer decision by Army to deny approval for Dakota Access Pipeline.
7 years ago
7 years ago
Army Corps Will Not Grant Easement for Dakota Access Pipeline Crossing
At least 2,000 veterans arrived at the protests this afternoon.
7 years ago
7 years ago
At Least 2,000 Veterans Arrive at Standing Rock to Protest Dakota Pipeline
Authorities have warned that protesters would be arrested starting Monday.
7 years ago
7 years ago
Showdown Looms at Dakota Access Pipeline Protest as Vets, Civil Rights Observers Converge Before Evacuation Deadline
As evacuation deadline looms, veterans and civil rights observers converge.
7 years ago
7 years ago
Shailene Woodley Joins Dakota Access Protesters on Thanksgiving
Actress criticized the holiday and treatment of Native Americans over centuries.
7 years ago
7 years ago
Thanksgiving at Dakota Access Protest: Jane Fonda Serves Dinner to Demonstrators
For Native American activists, Thanksgiving brings back difficult memories.
7 years ago
7 years ago
Broken Promises: Standing Rock Sioux Tribe Cites History of Government Betrayal in Pipeline Fight
Broken treaties are at the heart of the protests at Standing Rock.
7 years ago