Foreman Family Seeks Tribal Restoration | Chico News

Chico News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Aug 14, 2026 · 2m

A family in Redding is fighting to reclaim their tribal status after being kicked out over two decades ago — a move they say was based on a flawed lineage claim. The Foreman family, whose ancestors helped build the Redding Rancheria and served as tribal leaders and healthcare pioneers, now presents DNA and historical evidence proving their connection to the tribe. They argue the disenrollment was unjust, especially since their heritage was never questioned when they were actively supporting the tribe’s growth. The Rancheria maintains it has final say over membership, citing tribal sovereignty…