North Dakota lawmakers have rejected a proposal to limit eminent domain for carbon pipelines. The bill, which failed by five votes in the Senate, aimed to prevent companies from using eminent domain to secure land for carbon dioxide transport and underground storage.[...]
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North Dakota lawmakers to discuss adding intelligent design to state science curriculum
North Dakota lawmakers are set to discuss a bill that would mandate the teaching of “intelligent design” in K-12 science classes. This proposal, Senate Bill 2355, aims to classify intelligent design as a legitimate scientific theory alongside evolution. Its supporters, including notable[...]
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‘Cybersecurity event’ impacts The Bismarck Tribune, other Lee news outlets, causing disruptions
A cybersecurity breach has disrupted operations at Lee Enterprises, the parent company of _The Bismarck Tribune_ and newspapers across 24 states. While _The Tribune_ has continued publishing, some editions were delayed, digital access was affected, and print quality has suffered. Lee Enterprises[...]
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Petition for ballot measure on lawmaker salaries, public records withdrawn
A petition to increase transparency in North Dakota’s Legislature has been withdrawn just days after it was filed. The measure aimed to make all lawmaker communications on legislative business public, require conflict-of-interest disclosures, and delay salary increases until the next term. It[...]
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‘Dog Days of Winter’ dogsledding presentation at the ND Heritage Center & State Museum
BISMARCK, N.D. – Embrace the spirit of winter at “Dog Days of Winter,” Sunday, Feb. 16, 2-3:30 p.m. at the North Dakota Heritage Center & State Museum in Bismarck. This free family-friendly event is open to all ages. Dogsledder Jasmyn Hatlestad will[...]
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Tenure Ban Removed From Bill, Amended to Include More Frequent Reviews
North Dakota lawmakers are once again debating tenure at the state’s public colleges, but a new amendment would allow it to remain—with stricter oversight. House Bill 1437 originally proposed eliminating tenure at two-year schools, but now calls for updated guidelines and more[...]
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Is the Wyoming Freedom Caucus at war with local governments? (and why it matters in Minot)
The actions of the Wyoming Freedom Caucus have raised eyebrows among local officials and residents alike. Their legislative push seems aimed at diminishing the authority and resources of the very communities they represent. Striking a balance between tax relief and maintaining vital[...]
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District, state Republican leaders denounce social media post by Rep. Nico Rios
North Dakota Republican leaders recently voiced strong disapproval of Rep. Nico Rios following a controversial social media post they deemed antisemitic. The District 23 NDGOP’s executive committee not only issued a vote of no confidence in Rios but also highlighted a history[...]
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Bill proposes repeal of North Dakota immigration office amid workforce crisis
North Dakota’s workforce shortage is no secret—job openings far outnumber available workers, and businesses across industries are struggling to keep up. Yet, a new bill aims to eliminate the Office of Legal Immigration, a program designed to help employers navigate the complex[...]
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Bestselling novelist Tom Robbins dies at 92
Tom Robbins, the novelist who spun wild, lyrical tales that defied convention, has died at 92. Best known for _Jitterbug Perfume_, _Skinny Legs and All_, and _Even Cowgirls Get the Blues_, Robbins infused his work with humor, surrealism, and deep philosophical musings.[...]
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Norwegian author researches North Dakota’s Most Famous Skier
Norwegian historian Thor Gotaas recently visited Minot to explore the North Dakota chapter of Sondre Norheim’s life. Known as the father of modern skiing, Norheim left Norway in 1884, eventually settling in McHenry County. Gotaas, commissioned to write a book for Norheim’s[...]
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Watch: From Canada bagels to ‘Canadianos,’ Trump tariff threat inspires symbolic acts of patriotism
When push comes to shove, Canadians know how to rally—with a bagel, a flight path, and a well-placed moose in the snow. In response to Donald Trump’s latest tariff threats (and his offhand musing about making Canada the 51st state), patriotic creativity[...]
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‘Queer drain’ being documented in Montana as legislature advances contentious bills
Home is more than a place—it’s a sense of belonging. For many in Montana’s LGBTQ+ community, that feeling is slipping away. As the state pushes forward with legislation affecting transgender residents, people like Charley Macorn are making the painful decision to leave.[...]
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Horace residents appear to favor downtown that includes historic elevator
Outside of Fargo in Horace, hundreds of residents are weighing in on the future of the city’s downtown area, particularly regarding the historic grain elevator. Discussions led by local officials and the Metropolitan Council of Governments have highlighted a significant preference for[...]
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Minot School District continuing search for more substitute teachers
The Minot Public School District is facing a common but pressing challenge: a shortage of substitute teachers, particularly in elementary schools and at Minot Air Force Base. While there are nearly 200 substitutes available, many only cover high school classes, leaving younger[...]
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Microplastics found in human brains in high levels
New research has confirmed what many feared—plastic isn’t just in our environment, it’s in our brains. A study published in _Nature Medicine_ found nanoplastics in every human brain sample analyzed, with concentrations rising over time. Brains from dementia patients contained significantly more[...]