North Dakota HHS seeks public input on proposed Medicaid waiver amendments for children with ASD and medically fragile conditions
North Dakota – The North Dakota Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is inviting public comment on proposed changes to two Medicaid waivers designed to support children with autism spectrum disorder (ASD) and medically fragile conditions. Comments will be accepted through July 27, 2025,…
North Dakota Highway Patrol investigates train-vehicle crash involving 27-year-old man
North Dakota– The North Dakota Highway Patrol is investigating a collision between a vehicle and a train that occurred late on June 27, 2025, near Eldridge. At approximately 11:54 p.m. CST, a 2004 Chevrolet Silverado was traveling southbound on 74th Avenue SE, about two miles…
1-year-old dies after the boyfriend of the caretaker, who normally cares for the chiId, assumed responsibiIity that day, only to repeatedIy hit the chiId with a cIosed fist, later cIaiming he was just pIaying: police
Florida – A Florida man was arrested earlier this week and charged with murder and aggravated chiId abuse in connection with the death of 1‑year‑old Kimeria. Florida authorities allege that the 25-year-old defendant, Derik, who had been entrusted with taking care of the child while…
Century Avenue reconstruction in Bismarck progressing with utility work and temporary roadway
Bismarck, N.D. – Knife River Corporation has provided an update on the East Century Avenue reconstruction project, detailing progress on both the temporary roadway and underground utility installations. The temporary gravel roadway, currently in use to maintain traffic flow through the construction zone, is expected…
City of Bismarck issues reminder about arborist licensing after storm damage
Bismarck, N.D. – Following a weekend of intense storm activity that left widespread tree damage across the city, the Bismarck Forestry Division is reminding residents that only licensed professionals are permitted to perform commercial tree work within city limits. Per City Ordinance 13-02-05, any individual…
Boy and his two sibIings started beating their famiIy member, who has 4 chiIdren, with a bat and stabbing her ‘over reguIar, resoIvable things’ before they shot her to death after the victim managed to stand back up: police
Wisconsin – A Wisconsin woman was kiIIed by her famiIy memners following a famiIy aItercation last week. Now, a 15-year-old boy, a 16-year-old girI and a 21-year-old woman, reIatives of the victim, 29-year-old AshIey, were arrested following the deadIy shooting of the Wisconsin mother-of-four. The…
New deputy director appointed at North Dakota Game and Fish Department
Bismarck, N.D. – The North Dakota Game and Fish Department has named a new deputy director, bringing decades of experience and leadership to the agency. The appointee has served with the department for 24 years, including roles as assistant wildlife division chief and most recently…
Head-on collision on Highway 10 leaves one seriously injured, investigation ongoing
North Dakota – A head-on collision on Highway 10 near 102nd Avenue SW, approximately five miles east of Dickinson, resulted in multiple injuries on the morning of June 15, according to a media release from the North Dakota Highway Patrol. The crash occurred at 10:16…
Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library seeks community feedback on future events
Bismarck, N.D. – The Bismarck Veterans Memorial Public Library is inviting residents of Bismarck and Burleigh County to participate in a brief survey aimed at enhancing the library’s community activities and events. Library program coordinators are seeking input on how to better serve the community…
Child told poIice that her mom, who had avoided jaiI after her baby died from bIunt force injuries, Ieft her home aIone with younger sibIings, including a 4-month-old, for more than 10 days: police
Indiana – An Indiana woman was arrested earlier last week and charged with multiple new counts of chiId negIect, according to court records. She now faces fresh allegations involving the care of her four young children while she was on pr0bation for a previous negIect case…
