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How Connecticut Got Its Tough New Gun Legislation
Until recently, most Connecticut residents doubted they'd even bring a bill to the floor. Now a bill's likely to pass on Wednesday. What happened?
April 2, 2013
March Was Deadliest Month in Syrian Conflict
But a close look at the figures reveals a shift in who is dying.
April 2, 2013
Talk to the "Kind Hearted Woman" -- Live Chat 2 pm ET Wed.
Join us on Wednesday at 2 p.m. ET for a live chat with "Kind Hearted Woman" Robin Poor Bear, filmmaker David Sutherland and FRONTLINE reporter Sarah Childress. You can leave a question now.
April 1, 2013
What Happened on the Spirit Lake Reservation
The struggles that Robin Poor Bear, formerly Charboneau, endures in Kind Hearted Woman are unfortunately too common for many Native Americans.
April 1, 2013
The Poetry of Robin Poor Bear
Her poems explore themes including addiction, abuse and personal redemption.
April 1, 2013
Tonight: The Finale of "Kind Hearted Woman"
In the gripping conclusion to David Sutherland's "Kind Heated Woman," Robin, Darian and Anthony confront new beginnings, new conflicts, new struggles and new triumphs.
April 1, 2013
Frequently Asked Questions About "Kind Hearted Woman"
Why did Robin and her children participate in the film? How are Darian and Anthony doing? Where can I find resources for abuse survivors? Get answers to these questions and more.
April 1, 2013
Domestic and Sexual Abuse Resources
More than 1 in 3 women in the United States have been abused by a partner. As a resource for victims of such abuse, Independent Lens has compiled a guide for those in need of immediate help, as well as a list of advocacy organizations.
April 1, 2013
Man Convicted of Child Abuse at Spirit Lake Reservation
The case had been flagged by a whistleblower, whose reports helped lead to federal intervention on the reservation.
March 29, 2013
Setting Off Down the "Red Road"
For Native Americans, a life along the red road means a life lived clean and sober. It is a sacred concept, which for Robin Charboneau, was once elusive.
March 29, 2013
Watch Next Week's FRONTLINE -- Tonight
Join a special advance screening of "Kind Hearted Woman" with filmmaker David Sutherland and the film's subject, Robin Charboneau.
March 28, 2013
What Police Found in Adam Lanza's Home
A Connecticut state prosecutor released today new information on the investigation of the Newtown, Conn. shooting, revealing that Adam Lanza had access to the multiple guns his mother had purchased and taught him to shoot.
March 28, 2013