North Dakota Governor Kelly Armstrong Delivers First State of the State Address
Bismarck, ND — Governor Kelly Armstrong of North Dakota delivered his inaugural State of the State Address on Tuesday, outlining a comprehensive property tax relief and reform plan aimed at gradually eliminating property taxes for most primary residences within the next decade. Speaking before a…
Bismarck Gears Up for 2025 Legislative Session
Bismarck, ND – The 2025 Legislative Session in Bismarck is set to begin tomorrow, and state officials are bracing for a busy and crucial few months. Lawmakers are preparing to tackle a wide range of issues, with more than a thousand bills already filed, marking…
Fargo Insurance Agent Fined and Placed on Probation for Violating North Dakota’s Rebating Laws
Fargo, ND – A Fargo insurance agent has been heavily fined and placed on probation after violating North Dakota’s strict rebating laws. Tyler Bjerke, a licensed insurance agent, was penalized $136,500 and had his license placed under probation following an investigation by the North Dakota…
Winter Brings Surge in Flu, COVID-19, and RSV Cases Across North Dakota
Bismarck, ND – As winter sets in across North Dakota, so too does a significant rise in respiratory illnesses, including influenza, COVID-19, and respiratory syncytial virus (RSV). According to recent data from the North Dakota Department of Health and Human Services, the state is seeing…
Teen Found Dead in Creek Slough in Stark County
Bismarck, ND – A 17-year-old from Dickinson was discovered dead in a creek slough in rural Northwest Stark County on January 5, 2025, authorities confirmed. The body was found by a hunter at approximately 8:38 a.m. near the intersection of 112th Ave SW and 32nd…
Bismarck Police Department Announces New Offender Registration Hours for 2025
Bismarck, ND – The Bismarck Police Department has announced changes to its offender registration schedule for the new year. Starting January 1, 2025, offenders will only be able to register during specific hours on weekdays. According to the department, the new registration hours will be…
Bismarck Woman Arrested on Charges of Corruption of a Minor
Bismarck, ND — A 24-year-old woman, Hannah Ironeyes, was arrested on Thursday after authorities said she had sexual intercourse with a 15-year-old boy nearly five months ago. Ironeyes faces a C-felony charge of corruption of a minor, according to police records. The alleged incident took…
I-29 Closed After Semi-Truck Hauling Pork Meat Catches Fire
Bismarck, ND – A section of Interstate 29 in North Dakota was temporarily closed Saturday night after a semi-truck hauling more than 40,000 pounds of pork meat became fully engulfed in flames. The fire broke out around 10:30 p.m., causing the side of the trailer…
North Dakota Wildlife Outlook for 2025: A Year of Progress and Challenges
Bismarck, ND — As North Dakota transitions into 2025, wildlife enthusiasts and conservationists are reflecting on a productive 2024 while also preparing for the challenges and opportunities ahead. According to the North Dakota Game and Fish Department, the past year saw strong performances in certain…
North Dakota’s Financial Position Strengthens, State Receives Top Honors in Annual Report
Bismarck, ND – North Dakota’s financial standing continues to strengthen, according to the state’s Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for the fiscal year 2024, released on Thursday by the Office of Management and Budget (OMB). Covering the period from July 1, 2023, to June 30, 2024,…
