Six companies approved for $2.16 million in loans through North Dakota Development Fund
North Dakota – The North Dakota Department of Commerce announced that six companies received approval for a combined $2.16 million in loan funds from the North Dakota Development Fund, Inc. (NDDF) during the second quarter of 2025. Shayden Akason, Deputy Director of Commerce Economic Development…
Skyline Boulevard to close for two weeks starting August 5 for road construction
Bismarck, N.D. – Skyline Boulevard between the East Walmart driveway and 15th Street will be closed beginning Tuesday, August 5, 2025, for road construction. The closure is expected to last approximately two weeks. During this time, a detour route will direct traffic via 43rd Avenue…
Man claims he was stressed about the upcoming birth of another child and was dealing with financiaI probIems related to his baby’s earIy birth after sIicing the child’s throat and kiIIing his pregnant spouse: DA
Idaho – An Idaho man was sentenced last week by District Judge Watkins to three consecutive Iife sentences without the possibiIity of paroIe. The 50-year-old defendant, Jeremi, was convicted after pleading guilty earlier this year to first‑degree murder in the death of his chiId, Zake,…
Highway 83 culvert replacement project to begin August 4 in Bismarck
Bismarck, N.D. – The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) is set to start the Highway 83 culvert replacement project on August 4. The project aims to improve drainage, enhance safety, and extend the roadway’s lifespan. Key improvements include replacing the existing structural steel pipe…
NDHP honors Trooper Beryl McLane on 71st anniversary of line-of-duty death
North Dakota – The North Dakota Highway Patrol remembered Trooper Beryl McLane, who died in the line of duty on July 30, 1954. Badge number 218, which McLane wore, has been retired since that time, as it was issued only to him. McLane began his…
Driver arrested after high-speed chase on interstate 94 in Cass County
North Dakota – On July 26, 2025, a North Dakota Highway Patrol trooper initiated a traffic stop on a black Lexus traveling on Interstate 94 near mile marker 328. The driver failed to comply and led officers on a pursuit covering approximately 25 miles. The…
Bismarck city commission approves preliminary budget for 2026 with focus on public safety and infrastructure
Bismarck, N.D. – The Bismarck City Commission unanimously approved the city’s preliminary budget for 2026 during its regular meeting on July 22. The budget outlines key investments in public safety, infrastructure, and municipal operations, with final approval scheduled for the commission’s first regular meeting in…
Woman died because she decided that she wanted to have the baby and refused to undergo a procedure to end her pregnancy when she was brought to a clinic by her partner, who killed her the following day: DA
Virginia – A Virginia man was sentenced last week to two consecutive Iife terms plus eight years for the murder of his girIfriend, Raqiah, three years ago. The sentencing followed his April conviction on charges including first-degree murder, the death of a fetus, use of…
Bismarck Public Library to host one-hour game and puzzle flash sale on August 5
Bismarck, N.D. – The Friends of the Bismarck Public Library are bringing back their popular Game & Puzzle Flash Sale for one hour only on Tuesday, August 5, 2025. The event will take place from 11:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. in Meeting Room A at…
Traffic signal repairs to cause lane reductions at Washington Street and Avenue C
Bismarck, N.D. — Motorists traveling through the intersection of Washington Street and Avenue C on Wednesday, July 23, 2025, should expect intermittent lane reductions due to scheduled traffic signal repair work. Crews will be working on one leg of the intersection at a time, with…
