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As Maine wrestles with internet privacy, another state’s law could provide insight

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Maine lawmakers are once again wrestling with how far to go in protecting online privacy. At the heart of the debate is whether to adopt strict limits on what data companies can collect — a model just implemented in Maryland — or stick with a more business-friendly opt-in approach favored by industry groups. Supporters say […]

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How low oil prices turned Trump’s call to ‘drill, baby, drill’ into a pipe dream

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President Trump promised an era of “energy dominance,” rolling back regulations and opening land and sea to drilling, but the results have been far from the boom he envisioned. Oil prices have fallen below break-even levels for many U.S. producers, forcing companies to slash jobs, scale back projects, and idle rigs. Meanwhile, OPEC nations with […]

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North Dakota releases first updated tribal textbook, with more on the way

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The North Dakota Department of Public Instruction has released the first of a series of updated textbooks on the five Native nations that share land with North Dakota. The book — titled “Journey to Understanding” — provides a brief introduction to the tribes’ history and culture. It’s the first time a new edition of the […]

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Carson Wentz to start for Vikings in week 3 contest

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The Vikings are turning to a familiar name in a tough moment. Rookie quarterback J.J. McCarthy is sidelined with a high-ankle sprain after a bruising loss to Atlanta, where he was sacked six times and gave up three turnovers. That opens the door for NDSU grad Carson Wentz, who will make his first start in […]

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North Dakota breaks annual tornado record in 2025; damage documented

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North Dakota has now crossed into record-breaking territory for tornadoes. A powerful storm system on Sunday pushed the state past its previous high of 61 twisters set in 1999, though the final count is still being confirmed. Tornadoes touched down across several counties, with confirmed EF1 and EF2 strength near Mercer and Denhoff. Damage ranged […]

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Unlocking Life Basics: How to spot phishing scams

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Phishing scams are getting sharper, often slipping into inboxes and phones disguised as trusted companies or urgent alerts. They thrive on fear—claiming your account is suspended, pointing to suspicious activity, or dangling fake refunds. But the warning signs are there: generic greetings, awkward wording, and suspicious links. Protecting yourself means keeping software updated, turning on […]

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Port: North Dakota’s MAGA faction fails to lock out moderate voters

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In North Dakota’s Republican Party, a small but determined faction has managed to wield outsized influence by tightening the rules on who gets to participate. That strategy was on full display during the recent fight to fill Rep. Emily O’Brien’s vacant District 42 seat, where efforts to block new members from voting nearly derailed the […]

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Xcel Energy proposes 19% electricity rate hike in North Dakota

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North Dakotans could soon face the largest electricity rate increase in state history. Xcel Energy is asking regulators to approve a 19.34% hike, which would add about $270 a year to the average household bill and boost company revenues by $44.5 million. The request stems from infrastructure investments, nuclear plant updates, and the closure of […]

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840,000 Gallon Emulsion spill reported in Mountrail County

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BISMARCK, N.D. – Hess Corporation notified the North Dakota Department of Environmental Quality of an emulsion spill from a pipeline it operates in Mountrail County on Sept. 12, 2025. The incident occurred about 4 miles northwest of Stanley. The cause of the spill is under investigation. Emulsion is a mixture of crude oil and produced […]

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Helping ND families manage medical expenses when they pile up

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Many North Dakota households feel strained by medical debt, including parents of children with disabilities or other complex medical needs. Support organizations hope these families make use of the resources available. An estimated 21% of North Dakota children have a special health care need. For care costs, government coverage programs can bring relief to these […]

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Quantum computing is coming — and Corporate America isn’t ready

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For years, quantum computing has been dismissed as the tech world’s “always five years away” promise. But recent breakthroughs from Microsoft, Google, and IBM suggest that window may finally be narrowing — and faster than most businesses realize. While corporate leaders chase AI headlines, only a handful are preparing for a technology that could upend […]

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HOLY COW! HISTORY: When Hitler Invaded England-In 1974

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History is littered with possibilities. The only thing historians love more than bickering among themselves is speculating about what might have happened if the past had played out differently. What if JFK hadn’t been assassinated? What if the Russians had reached the moon first? What if the South had won the Civil War? Tantalizing possibilities […]

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