Across Kansas, a new art project is holding up a mirror to the fading world of local newspapers. Photographer Jeremiah Ariaz has spent years capturing the offices, presses, and people who embody community journalism, then compiling them into The Kansas Mirror, a[...]
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Social media has us in its grip and won’t let go. Charlie Kirk’s killing is a case study
Charlie Kirk’s killing has pushed the debate over social media back into the spotlight. The platforms that helped make him a household name are now where his death is dissected, politicized, and spread in viral clips. From Utah’s governor to national experts,[...]
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Listen: Local news is not dead, but it needs you
Local journalism in North Dakota is at a crossroads. A new survey finds that while residents overwhelmingly believe losing their newspaper would harm their community, financial realities threaten the survival of many outlets. Advertising revenues are shrinking, and consumer habits are shifting[...]
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Newspapers have bright future in local communities, if they embrace change
Local newspapers in North Dakota are struggling, but a new study suggests communities value them more than ever. Surveys of journalists, executives, and readers reveal both the steep challenges—shrinking staff, rising costs, lost ad revenue—and the enduring trust people place in their[...]
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Listen: Preserving Local News in Rural North Dakota
When a longtime small-town publisher passed away, the future of two North Dakota newspapers hung in the balance. Ryan Janke, a Wishek native with a background in communications, stepped forward to keep the presses rolling. His journey from city employee and freelancer[...]
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College students are bombarded by misinformation, so this professor taught them fact-checking 101 − here’s what happened
College students aren’t just wrestling with midterms and essays anymore—they’re up against a flood of misinformation delivered through the very apps they use most. At Georgia State University, one professor decided that ignoring this reality was no longer an option. By weaving[...]
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Minnesota sues TikTok, alleging it preys on young people with addictive algorithms
Minnesota has joined a growing list of states taking TikTok to court, accusing the platform of deceiving young users with addictive algorithms that fuel mental health problems. Attorney General Keith Ellison says the case isn’t about free speech but about manipulation and[...]
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With Corporation for Public Broadcasting funding gone, public media must lean on creativity and community
Public media was built on the promise of “something completely different” — programs that opened minds, broadened horizons, and connected communities in ways commercial outlets rarely could. Now, with federal support shrinking, its future will depend less on government budgets and more[...]
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Port: We can’t choose our own reality
Life today can feel like a never-ending “Choose Your Own Adventure” book — only the choices aren’t about caves or treasure maps, they’re about which version of reality you want to believe. The internet has made it effortless to find a community[...]
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Wyoming newspaper owners, staffers race to rescue community news
When eight Wyoming newspapers abruptly closed last week, it left communities without their primary source for local news — and reporters without jobs. But in places like Platte County, neighbors didn’t let that loss stand. Residents rallied to support journalists like Marie[...]
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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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Uncertainty ahead for Prairie Public following federal cuts
For now, the broadcasts will continue. But behind the scenes at Prairie Public, the outlook is uncertain. After Congress voted to rescind $1.1 billion in public media funding, the station stands to lose $2 million annually—nearly a fifth of its budget. CEO[...]
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On This Day | The 35th State Fair in 1955!
Economywise patrons will begin pouring through the portals of the familiar North Dakota Fairgrounds archways at Minot next Monday. Gates swing wide at 8:00 a.m. July 25 officially opening the 35th annual week-long exposition [...]Read More... from On This Day | The[...]
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Who’s watching city hall? Nobody — and that should scare you
It’s not your imagination—local news really isn’t what it used to be. A new study lays it bare: in 2002, there were 40 local journalists for every 100,000 Americans; today there are just over 8. The impact is real and close to[...]
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Bill axing 20% of Prairie Public’s funding passes Senate; ND delegation votes help passage
At a time when reliable local information feels more precious than ever, Prairie Public faces a sharp financial blow. With North Dakota’s congressional delegation — Kevin Cramer, John Hoeven, and Julie Fedorchak — backing a federal bill that would slash funding for[...]
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What exactly is “brain rot” — and how to identify and overcome it
“Brain rot” — it’s a phrase that sounds dramatic, but it’s struck a nerve in today’s hyper-scrolling culture. Named Oxford’s Word of the Year for 2024, it captures what happens when we consume too much short-form, low-effort content, leaving us distracted, drained,[...]