North Dakota Highway Patrol cites driver for high-speed violation and suspended license
North Dakota – The North Dakota Highway Patrol reported that a driver was stopped on U.S. Highway 85 south of Williston for traveling 103 mph in a 65 mph zone. Officials said the vehicle’s speed was recorded at 102 mph at the time it was…
Bismarck Animal Control announces archery proficiency testing for herd reduction season
Bismarck, N.D. – The Bismarck Police Department has announced upcoming archery proficiency testing dates through Bismarck Animal Control ahead of the City of Bismarck Archery Herd Reduction Season. Officials said participants must demonstrate accuracy by shooting four of five arrows inside a nine-inch circle at…
Bismarck celebrates Arbor Day with tree planting honoring longtime city contributor
Bismarck, N.D. – The Bismarck ND City Government marked Arbor Day with a community celebration featuring students, city staff, and local organizations coming together for a tree planting event. A fourth-grade class from Elk Ridge Elementary, led by Ms. Kocis, participated alongside the City of…
Driver sustains minor injuries following semi-truck rollover, North Dakota Highway Patrol temporarily closes road due to estimated 3,000-gallon hazardous materials spill
North Dakota – The North Dakota Highway Patrol has issued a temporary road closure in Burleigh County following a semi-truck rollover that resulted in a hazardous materials spill early April 28, 2026. The crash occurred around 12:33 a.m. near mile marker 11.5 on North Dakota…
Bismarck Forestry Division to host Arbor Day ceremony and community tree planting event
Bismarck, N.D. – The Bismarck Forestry Division will host a community recognition program and ceremonial tree planting on Friday, May 1 at 1:00 p.m. CT at Elk Ridge Park. The public is invited to attend the event. This year’s Arbor Day theme is “A Tree…
Gov. Kelly Armstrong directs flags to half-staff to honor U.S. Rep. David Scott
North Dakota – Kelly Armstrong directed all government agencies to fly the United States and North Dakota flags at half-staff until sunset Thursday, April 23, in honor and remembrance of David Scott. The governor also encouraged residents across the state to lower flags at their…
North Dakota authorities initiated shelter-in-place after man armed himself with pistol stating intent to harm himself on south side of Capitol grounds, later arrested
North Dakota – A shelter-in-place order at the North Dakota State Capitol was lifted after a reported suicidal individual prompted a large law enforcement response on April 20, according to the North Dakota Highway Patrol. Authorities said the incident began shortly after 2:00 p.m. when…
65-year-old woman charged in decades-old cold case after newborn baby was found dead with plastic covering her face, told investigators, “Maybe it was me”
North Dakota – A 65-year-old woman, N. Trotier, was arrested earlier this week and charged with murder in connection with the death of her newborn child more than four decades ago in North Dakota, according to court documents and multiple reports. The case, long known…
Bismarck Citizen Academy concludes with recognition ceremony after 12-week program
Bismarck, N.D. – The City of Bismarck announced the completion of its 2026 Citizen Academy, with participants recognized during a ceremony held at a recent City Commission meeting. The Citizen Academy is a 12-week program designed to provide residents, business owners, and students with a…
Bismarck Fire Department to conduct emergency response drill simulating chlorine gas leak at water treatment plant
Bismarck, N.D. – The Bismarck Fire Department and the Public Works Water Treatment Plant announced plans to conduct an emergency response training drill on April 17, 2026. The exercise will take place at the water treatment facility located at 615 River Road between 10 a.m….
