Bismarck Considers Recycling Fee Increase
BISMARCK, ND — Residents of Bismarck may soon face a slight increase in recycling fees. The Bismarck City Commission is set to meet tonight to discuss a proposed fee hike of 36 cents for curbside recycling services. The proposed increase comes as part of a…
Six Finalists Announced for North Dakota Board of Higher Education Openings
BISMARCK, ND — State School Superintendent Kirsten Baesler has announced the six finalists for the two vacancies on the North Dakota Board of Higher Education. The board is responsible for overseeing the 11 colleges and universities within the North Dakota University System. The vacancies are…
North Dakota Bill Seeks to Support Struggling Ambulance Services in Rural Areas
BISMARCK, ND — A new piece of legislation aimed at assisting rural ambulance services in North Dakota is making its way through the state Senate. Senate Bill 2033, which was recently approved by the Senate Human Services Committee with a 5-1 vote, proposes the creation…
New Bill Aims to Reform Foster Care System in North Dakota
BISMARCK, ND — A new bill under consideration in the North Dakota legislature could significantly alter the way the state licenses and funds foster homes for children and adults. The bill, which is currently being debated by lawmakers, includes several key provisions that could impact…
North Dakota Residents Urged to Obtain REAL ID Before May 7 Deadline
Bismarck, ND – North Dakota residents are reminded that the deadline to obtain a REAL ID is fast approaching. Starting May 7, 2025, travelers will need a REAL ID-compliant identification to board domestic flights. The new requirement will also apply to those visiting certain federal…
LGBTQ Youth in North Dakota Face Higher Risks, New Report Finds
Bismarck, ND — A new report released by North Dakota health agencies reveals alarming disparities faced by LGBTQ youth in the state, with findings highlighting significantly higher risks of physical, emotional, and sexual harm compared to their heterosexual peers. The study, conducted by the Harbor…
Man Found Dead After Fire in Glen Ullin
Bismarck, ND – A 42-year-old man was found dead after a fire was extinguished in Glen Ullin on the evening of January 6. According to the Morton County Sheriff’s Office, deputies responded to reports of a structure fire in the area around 8:40 p.m. The…
Man Arrested in Connection with 2023 Reservation Killing, Set for Trial in June
BISMARCK, ND — A man is now in federal custody, awaiting trial for the killing of another man on a reservation in Sioux County last year. Deagen Running Bear, 28, was arrested over the weekend by U.S. Marshals in connection with the death of Elijah…
USDA Announces Over $1.5 Billion in Clean Energy Investments for North Dakota
BISMARCK, ND — The U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) has awarded more than $1.5 billion to North Dakota as part of a nationwide initiative to boost clean energy efforts across rural America. The funding, which is part of a larger $6 billion nationwide investment, was…
Burleigh County Sheriff’s Department Welcomes New Detention Officers
BURLEIGH COUNTY, ND — The Burleigh County Sheriff’s Department has recently expanded its team with the addition of five new detention officers. These officers have successfully completed the department’s field training officer program, which is designed to prepare incoming officers for the challenges and responsibilities…
