North Dakota drivers could soon see an 80 mph speed limit on interstates. The House narrowly passed a bill to raise the limit from 75, reviving it just hours after an initial failure. Supporters say states like South Dakota and Montana have[...]
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North Dakota governor signs bill to enforce one-gender bathroom policy for K-12 schools
Gov. Kelly Armstrong on Thursday signed a bill that prevents K-12 public schools from having all-gender bathrooms. It allows parents to file complaints if they think their child’s school is not following state laws governing accommodations for transgender students. House Bill 1144[...]
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Port: Apparently whitey’s casinos are OK
A proposed casino and resort project from the Turtle Mountain Band of Chippewa was recently blocked in the North Dakota Legislature—but the story doesn’t end there. In this commentary, the Rob Port lays out a deeper concern: while tribal gaming faces political[...]
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North Dakota Unveils New ND Icon
North Dakota has a new look to match its legendary spirit. Unveiled at the 2025 Travel Industry Conference, the state’s new icon blends bold color with wide-open inspiration—and it’s already earned strong public support. Designed to complement the long-standing “Be Legendary” brand,[...]
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2024 Upland Game Seasons Summarized
North Dakota’s 2024 pheasant and sharp-tailed grouse harvests were up, while gray partridge was similar to 2023, according to the state Game and Fish Department. Upland game biologist RJ Gross said the overall harvest was likely a result of more hunters, more[...]
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Florida moves to ban fluoride from public drinking water
Florida may soon join a small but growing list of places turning away from fluoridated water. A new bill passed by state lawmakers would prohibit the addition of “water quality additives” like fluoride to public water supplies, a practice long credited by[...]
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North Dakota gas pipeline subsidy potential set to grow to $500M
North Dakota lawmakers are poised to double down on natural gas, backing a pipeline project with up to $500 million in state guarantees over the next decade. The goal: move excess gas from the Bakken oilfields to markets in the east —[...]
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The Back Story: Federal funding cuts prolong anxiety for North Dakota institutions
Yesterday, we delivered the news from the North Dakota News Cooperative on the impacts federal actions are having in North Dakota from libraries to medical research. The article give’s you the traditional news take, you can check out that article here. Today,[...]
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Manitoba increases funding to help protect Lakes and Rivers from Invasive Species
Manitoba is doubling down on protecting its lakes and rivers with a new $540,000 investment aimed at stopping the spread of aquatic invasive species. Announced during Invasive Species Awareness Week, the funding includes a dedicated prevention fund for local governments and water-user[...]
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With session winding down, North Dakota lawmakers at roadblock on property tax bill
A long-promised fix to North Dakota’s property tax system has hit a wall — and the sticking point comes down to what lawmakers are calling “skin in the game.” At issue is whether any homeowner should ever owe zero in property taxes.[...]
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Higher ed leaders to conduct review after revelations in Holmberg sex case
The fallout from former lawmaker Ray Holmberg’s crimes is reaching deep into North Dakota’s higher education system. The University of North Dakota and the State Board of Higher Education are reviewing records and urging anyone with knowledge of misconduct to come forward.[...]
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State Board of Higher Education Statement on Internal Review Triggered by Holmberg Revelations
The following statement was read aloud by Chair Tim Mihalick at the start of Wednesday’s State Board of Higher Education meeting. Over the weekend, records were released to the media from the Ray Holmberg investigation. The State Board of Higher Education learned,[...]
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North Dakota speed limit increase, higher fines head back to lawmakers
North Dakota drivers may soon see 80 mph signs on the interstate — but they’ll also want to keep an eye on their wallets. House Bill 1298, which would raise the speed limit from 75 to 80, is nearly across the finish[...]
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Federal funding cuts prolong anxiety for North Dakota institutions
Federal funding cuts ordered by the Trump administration are putting key programs in North Dakota at risk. The State Library is still waiting on nearly $1.3 million that supports interlibrary loans, e-books, and online databases. At UND and NDSU, canceled grants have[...]
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North Dakota Tourism Leans Into Story, Place, and Sport
Tourism in North Dakota isn’t just surviving—it’s evolving, and at the heart of that growth is creativity. From a fire-breathing dragon rising along the Enchanted Highway to investments in immersive travel and sports tourism, the state is leaning into what makes each[...]
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Private donations to keep Humanities North Dakota open after federal cut
Humanities North Dakota has received $300,000 in private donations to keep its doors open after it learned earlier this month all its federal funding had been terminated. That figure includes $200,000 from the New York-based Mellon Foundation, which on Tuesday pledged $15[...]