North Dakota lifts TikTok ban on state-owned devices imposed over national security concerns, Gov. Armstrong says app is now majority-owned by an American-led consortium
North Dakota – North Dakota government agencies may once again request access to TikTok on state-owned devices after Gov. Kelly Armstrong rescinded a statewide ban that had been in place for more than three years. The decision followed changes to TikTok’s ownership structure that transferred…
North Dakota Sen. Cramer honors oldest “Rosie the Riveter” after delivering her handmade quilts to Trump and Vance and returning with a personal gift
North Dakota – Sen. Kevin Cramer shared a personal story about Irene Sprague, North Dakota’s oldest “Rosie the Riveter,” after helping deliver handmade quilts she created for President Donald Trump and Vice President JD Vance. Cramer said Sprague had tasked him with delivering the quilts…
Sen. Cramer backs bill to close loophole that allows illegal immigrants to be released when their countries refuse to take them back, says they should remain in custody until deported
North Dakota – “People who are in the United States illegally and have removal orders shouldn’t be released simply because their home country refuses to take them back,” Sen. Kevin Cramer said, arguing that current immigration law allows some people who have been ordered removed…
Bismarck reopens all Main Ave lanes after downtown road construction ahead of schedule
Bismarck, N.D. – Traffic is moving normally again along Main Ave in downtown Bismarck after construction crews reopened all lanes ahead of schedule. The city announced that all lanes had been reopened to traffic and traffic signals were back to normal operation. One small repair…
North Dakota Gov. Kelly Armstrong declares statewide fire emergency as more than 56% of the state faces drought and officials warn of intense wildfire season
North Dakota – Gov. Kelly Armstrong has declared a statewide fire emergency in North Dakota as worsening drought conditions and hot, dry weather increase the risk of wildfires across the state. The executive order also activates the State Emergency Operations Plan and directs state agencies…
Bismarck police remind residents of North Dakota kratom ban
Bismarck, N.D. – The Bismarck Police Department reminded residents that the sale, possession and use of kratom and kratom products became prohibited in North Dakota on Aug. 5, 2026, at 5 p.m. under an executive order issued by Gov. Kelly Armstrong declaring a public health…
Interchange Avenue to close east of State Street for one-day roadway repair project
Bismarck, N.D. – A section of Interchange Avenue in Bismarck is scheduled to close for a full day as crews complete roadway repairs. According to the City of Bismarck, Interchange Avenue east of State Street will be closed on Wednesday, July 29, for a full-depth…
22-year-old man dies after targeted shooting in Bismarck, police investigating
Bismarck, N.D. – A 22-year-old man died after a late-night shooting in Bismarck, with investigators saying they believe the incident was targeted and that there is no ongoing threat to the public. According to the Bismarck Police Department, officers were dispatched at approximately 11:10 p.m….
NDHP K9 teams assist search for missing hiker after vehicle found at Theodore Roosevelt National Park
North Dakota – North Dakota Highway Patrol K9 teams are assisting local law enforcement and emergency management agencies in the search for a missing hiker in the North Unit of Theodore Roosevelt National Park. The NDHP said search efforts are continuing for Artoun Gostantain, who…
BFD crews respond after commercial truck crashes into home, causing significant structural damage
Bismarck, N.D. – A commercial truck crashed into a home in Bismarck on Saturday morning, causing significant structural damage and prompting firefighters to stabilize the residence before the vehicle could be removed. The Bismarck Fire Department said crews were dispatched at approximately 10:53 a.m. on…
