From Manitoba to Minot, election misinformation is a growing concern. Our northern neighbors are considering hefty fines—up to $20,000 a day—for those who spread misleading claims about elections. It’s a bold move, but one that raises tough questions: How do you separate[...]
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Watch: Minot State Student’s Video Earns Emmy Nod for Softball Jersey Reveal
**Minot, N.D. – **It is easy to recognize and praise all of what happens on the court, field, ice, mat, and course when watching Minot State student-athletes compete. However, there is much undisclosed activity that takes place behind the scenes to be gameday[...]
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Bill to change public notice requirements would undermine newspapers, NDNA director warns
A bill moving through the North Dakota Legislature could change how public notices are published, shifting some responsibility from newspapers to the secretary of state’s website. Supporters say it’s a safeguard against publication failures, but opponents warn it undermines independent oversight and[...]
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Now Is the Time to Stand Up for Press Freedom
The press isn’t perfect, but a free and fair one is essential to democracy. Yet, politicians on both the left and right have found it convenient to take swings at journalists—whether it’s a mayor lashing out after a tragedy or a former[...]
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Exhausted by the news? Here are 6 strategies to stay informed without getting overwhelmed − or misled by misinformation
Political spin is nothing new, and identifying reliable news and information can be hard to do during any presidency. But the return of Donald Trump to the White House has reignited debates over truth, accountability and the role of media in a[...]
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Prairie Public supporters urge North Dakota Senate to restore state funding
Public broadcasting has long been a trusted source for news, education, and cultural programming, but in North Dakota, its future is uncertain. Lawmakers are debating whether Prairie Public Broadcasting should continue receiving taxpayer support, with a House-approved bill now before the Senate[...]
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Social media companies applaud Utah’s latest bill aimed at teen social media use
Utah is taking another step to regulate teen social media use, this time by shifting responsibility to app stores. A newly passed bill would require Apple and Google to verify users’ ages and link minors’ accounts to a parent’s for approval before[...]
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First it Came for News Rooms, Then it Comes for Democracy
A shrinking newsroom is more than lost jobs—it’s a fading watchdog, a quieter community, a power shift. The decline of local newspapers mirrors something bigger: the systematic dismantling of institutions under the banner of “efficiency.” The same forces that gutted America’s newsrooms[...]
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New study to look at reach of local news in North Dakota
With local newspapers facing mounting challenges, a new initiative aims to secure their future in North Dakota. The Rural Development Finance Corporation has launched the _Future of Local News Initiative_, a study designed to assess the struggles of local papers and find[...]
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Senate votes to make posting legal notice of meetings easier; newspaper industry objects
Public notices help keep government transparent—but where should they appear? The North Dakota Senate narrowly passed a bill allowing state agencies to hold meetings even if a required newspaper notice isn’t published, as long as it’s posted on the Secretary of State’s[...]
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ND News Cooperative hires CEO to take organization to next level
Sabrina Halvorson has stepped into a vital role as the first Chief Executive Officer of the North Dakota News Cooperative, bringing more than thirty years of journalism experience to the nonprofit. Rooted in the value of local news from her early days[...]
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House votes to defund North Dakota public broadcasting, sends bill to Senate
North Dakota lawmakers have voted to cut state funding for Prairie Public Broadcasting, a move that supporters call a step toward government efficiency and opponents warn could harm public access to educational programming. House Bill 1255, which passed the House 48-41, would[...]
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‘For You’: What to know about news on TikTok (and all Social Media)
TikTok isn’t just for dance trends and viral challenges—it’s also where millions of people get their news. But what happens when that news is shaped by algorithms rather than editors? Unlike traditional media, TikTok doesn’t separate journalism from opinion, advertising, or misinformation.[...]
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This class uses museums to show law students the high art of curating ideas
You might not expect a visit to the art museum to enhance legal arguments, but Patrick Barry’s “Art and Advocacy” course does just that. This unique class intertwines the art of storytelling with the craft of persuasion, drawing intriguing parallels between curating[...]
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Crookston Daily Times puts out its final edition
The Crookston Times, a fixture in its Minnesota community since 1885, is set to close its doors on February 7 due to staffing shortages. Interim Editor Jeff Gulley and CherryRoad Media’s CEO Jeremy Gulban described the closure as a sad moment for[...]
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The Best and Worst of Things
Our best friend—he who makes us do the best we can. The best town—where we are located. The greatest comfort—knowing that you have done your work well. The best day—today. The biggest fool—he who will not learn. The greatest deceiver—he who deceives[...]