Astronomers and satellite operators are locked in a quiet but growing conflict over the night sky. For scientists, swarms of satellites are leaving streaks that spoil images and obscure discoveries. For companies, those same satellites promise global internet coverage and commercial opportunity.[...]
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Federal judge rules cuts to humanities grants were ‘unlawful’
A federal judge has delivered a sharp rebuke to the government’s sudden cancellation of humanities grants, calling the move “unlawful” and likely unconstitutional. The ruling allows a lawsuit by humanities groups to proceed, challenging the Department of Government Efficiency’s decision to halt[...]
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U.S. Air Force to deny early retirement benefits to some transgender service members
The Air Force has closed the door on early retirement for transgender service members with 15 to 18 years of service, opting instead to separate them without benefits. The decision reverses earlier indications that exceptions might be granted, leaving those affected with[...]
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How the Rapid Spread of Misinformation Pushed Oregon Lawmakers to Kill the State’s Wildfire Risk Map
Oregon set out to lead the nation in wildfire preparedness with a statewide hazard map and new safety rules. Instead, poor communication and a storm of misinformation turned the effort into a political casualty. Opponents blamed the map for insurance hikes and[...]
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Full throttle in the Magic City: Dragway drives summer excitement
In Minot, summer weekends come with the smell of burning rubber and the crackle of engines at the Magic City International Dragway, North Dakota’s only IHRA-sanctioned 1/8-mile track. From May to October, racers young and old battle for points, prizes, and pride,[...]
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Gates open on Red River flood control for Fargo area
In Fargo, a decades-long vision to shield the metro from Red River flooding took a major step forward as water flowed for the first time into the diversion channel’s control structure. The $3.2 billion project, set for completion in 2027, will steer[...]
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Minot’s Union Silos Projects Draws Positive National News
What do you do with a towering grain elevator that hasn’t stored grain in decades? In Minot, you turn it into art. World-renowned muralist Guido van Helten is transforming the city’s skyline with a massive, hand-painted tribute to the people and land[...]
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Community survey to be conducted this fall
Minot’s city leaders want to hear what residents think—but not everyone agrees on how much that feedback is worth. A fall survey is in the works to gauge public opinion, continuing a pattern from past years. But with a $20,000 price tag[...]
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As Trump cracks down on international students, college applications rise overseas
The U.S. is seeing a decline in international student enrollment as political changes, visa delays, and heightened scrutiny make it harder for foreign students to attend. While many once considered the U.S. a top destination, alternatives are gaining traction. Universities in the[...]
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Meet the States Fighting Private Equity’s Health Care Destruction
What happens when private equity buys your local hospital? In Delaware County, Pennsylvania, it meant broken promises, shuttered trauma centers, and thousands of lost jobs. This story, told through the collapse of Crozer Health, isn’t an outlier—it’s part of a troubling national[...]
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Edible medical marijuana now legal in North Dakota
North Dakota’s medical marijuana program just took a big step forward. For the first time, patients can legally access edibles—low-dose gummies and lozenges designed with safety, not sweetness, in mind. The new rules aim to make cannabis more approachable for those wary[...]
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Experts say rural emergency rooms are increasingly run without doctors
In Ekalaka, Montana, the local hospital’s emergency room operates without a doctor on-site, relying on physician assistants and nurse practitioners to handle critical cases. This model is becoming more common across rural America as a result of the nationwide shortage of doctors.[...]
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Record US farm trade deficit fuels legal fight over Trump’s tariff powers
America’s farm exports once anchored our global trade position—now they’re showing a growing weakness. The U.S. is on track to post its largest agricultural trade deficit ever, a $49.5 billion gap that reflects more than shifting numbers. It’s a warning light in[...]
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Amazon is building a shadow postal service in rural America
Amazon and Walmart are racing to rural America—and it’s not just about convenience. With $4 billion committed to expanding its “last mile” network, Amazon plans to reach thousands of new towns with faster deliveries and create 100,000 local jobs. But this isn’t[...]
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CDC Launches New Campaign to Address Youth Substance Use and Mental Health
The back-to-school season is a great time to engage with youth about mental health and substance use to promote their well-being throughout the academic year. To support these conversations, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has launched Free Mind, a[...]
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Minot City Council Deadlocks on Proposal to Reallocate Half-Cent Sales Tax to Public Safety
A split vote halted a push to redirect part of Minot’s existing sales tax toward public safety, as City Council members deadlocked 3–3 on the proposal. The plan would have shifted funds away from economic development, sparking concern from several council members[...]