Today in Minot

A Minot woman has been arrested following an investigation into suspected drug exposure involving her infant child, according to a statement released by the Minot Police Department on June 17, 2025. The investigation began on May 28, 2025, when Ward County Social Services requested a hair...

Virtually everyone with a conscience was saddened by the shooting of two Minnesota state legislators and their spouses. Assassination attempts on politicians, sadly, are part of our nation’s fabric. During my lifetime, there have been unsuccessful assassination attempts on President Truman, President Ford, President Reagan, and...

When a family’s chaos followed her home, RubyAnn Stiegelmeier did what she knows best — she told a story. That spontaneous tale, born on a rural North Dakota roadside and fueled by an army of squirrels, has now been named North Dakota’s 2025 “Great Read” by the Library of Congress. Sir Rupert and the Battle of the Squirrels isn’t just a children’s book — it’s a testament to resilience, imagination, and the quiet courage of showing up. For RubyAnn, storytelling isn’t escape. It’s how you hold the line. James B. Miller, Jr. with Dickinson Press has the full story.

Since Fargo’s new anti-camping ordinance took effect May 1, police have cleared 23 illegal campsites — nearly one per day. The update, shared during a Police Advisory and Oversight Board meeting, underscores the city’s stepped-up response to unsheltered homelessness. Officers say they’re trying to balance enforcement with outreach, offering help where possible. Still, nine citations were issued in May alone. As monitoring continues, officials are encouraging residents to report camps through the Fargo One app to help keep tabs on public spaces. Isak Dinesen with InForum has the full story.

The average age of motherhood in the U.S. is quietly approaching a new milestone: nearly 30. That’s according to fresh CDC data showing women are waiting longer than ever to have children—and fewer are doing it at all. Teen births are down, costs are up, and priorities are shifting. With marriage also happening later—or not at all—more women are choosing independence, careers, and even homeownership over traditional timelines. Whether by choice or necessity, the old norms of family life are being rewritten, one year at a time. Sarah Bregel with Fast Company has the full story.

For many Norwegians this summer, the perfect getaway won’t require a passport. A new survey shows a record number are choosing to vacation at home, citing high costs and a weak krone as reasons to skip international travel. Destinations like Innlandet, Vestland, and Oslo top the list, with hiking, camping, and cabin stays leading the way. While fewer plan amusement park visits or foreign adventures, the trend points to something simpler: a summer shaped more by scenery and savings than by flights abroad.

Last weekend’s violence in Minnesota sent shockwaves across state lines — and North Dakota responded swiftly. Within hours of the shooting that left one lawmaker dead and another wounded, legislative staff removed home addresses from the state’s official website. It was a quiet but decisive move aimed at protecting lawmakers in a moment that laid bare the risks of public service. As leaders weigh long-term policy, the conversation now turns to finding a balance between transparency, safety, and the human side of political life. Jeff Beach with North Dakota Monitor has the full story.

Just across the street, but a big step forward — the Velva Area History Museum has moved into a larger space, giving new life to the stories of Velva and its neighboring communities. From old grocery store ads to long-gone local businesses, the collection captures the everyday history that often slips through the cracks. Admission is free, donations are welcome, and every item tells a piece of the region’s story — not just Velva’s, but from 60 miles in every direction. Lindsey Miller with KMOT has the full story.

In a time when many small towns are searching for a spark, Oakes just lit one. What began as a burned-out lot on Main Avenue is now Union Square—a vibrant new park and stage built by the hands of local teens. With help from the wider community and $165,000 raised without burdening downtown businesses, the project became more than a facelift—it became a symbol. Union Square is proof that in Oakes, pride runs deep, and the next generation is already leading the way. Kevin Wallevand with InForum has the full story.

Saskatchewan Premier Scott Moe isn’t known for siding with Liberals — which is why his nod to Prime Minister Mark Carney’s energy vision turned heads. Speaking in Calgary alongside Alberta Premier Danielle Smith, Moe said he supports Carney’s push to make Canada an energy superpower, as long as talk turns quickly into action. With both premiers aiming to double oil and gas output, Moe pitched a “port-to-port corridor” to link Prairie resources with global markets — signaling a rare moment of alignment across political lines. Lauren Krugel with The Canadian Press has the full story.

A troubling email sent just hours after a deadly political shooting in Minnesota has led to federal charges in North Dakota. Charles Dalzell of St. Thomas was arrested Monday after allegedly referencing the attack and threatening a federal official in an email. The FBI says Dalzell, frustrated over perceived inaction on his legal complaints, escalated his rhetoric despite prior warnings. Now facing serious federal charges, he’s expected in court Wednesday. Authorities aren’t taking any chances amid rising concerns about threats against public officials. Mary Steurer with North Dakota Monitor has the full story.

A major breakthrough in Parkinson’s research may have come from an unexpected angle—cancer treatment. Scientists have found that two brain proteins, Aplp1 and Lag3, work together to help spread the toxic clumps that drive Parkinson’s. But when mice were treated with a cancer drug targeting Lag3, the spread nearly stopped. The implications are big: a treatment for Parkinson’s could already be sitting on the shelf. Now, researchers are racing to test the therapy in models of both Parkinson’s and Alzheimer’s. Rebecca Dyer with Science Alert has the full story.

A tinned fish lid. That’s what Ole Ginnerup Schytz thought he’d found. Turns out, it was a 1,500-year-old gold medallion bearing the oldest known reference to Odin, Norse god of war. His accidental discovery in a Danish barley field helped rewrite the region’s history—and he’s just one of thousands of hobbyists turning Denmark’s farmlands into archaeological goldmines. In a country where metal detecting is built on trust and civic duty, everyday Danes are filling in the ancient map faster than museums can keep up. Elizabeth Ann with Scientific American has the full story.