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High school basketball courts in North Dakota have been the scene of several reported racial taunting incidents over the past couple of years. Tribal advocates said discrimination by non-Native fans has been going on for decades. (Adobe Stock)

ND lawmaker: Racist taunts in HS sports need to stop

North Dakota high schools are in spring sports mode and there is lingering tension from winter sporting events, where Native American players endured …

According to a project led by Northwestern University, the U.S. has lost almost 2,900 newspapers since 2005. All but about 100 were weeklies, which are often the sole provider of local news in small and midsized communities. (Adobe Stock)

For rural states like ND, local news access no longer a guarantee

There are some bright spots in beefing up local news coverage, but a new report says in North Dakota and elsewhere, there are still big concerns …

Native American advocates say this week's Supreme Court decision to uphold the Indian Child Welfare Act ultimately protects tribal culture and heritage by ensuring there will be continued efforts to keep Native children in their community environments if they're considered for adoption or foster care. (Adobe Stock)

Tribal Advocates Feel 'Relief' After SCOTUS ICWA Ruling

Tribal advocates are cheering a U.S. Supreme Court decision Thursday which allows a landmark law dealing with child welfare cases to stand. It …

Over the past year, school boards and certain state legislatures have seen growing debate over what is taught in public schools, including the nation's legacy of systemic racism. (Adobe Stock)

ND's Intersection of CRT Ban and Black History Month

During Black History Month, North Dakota teachers highlight the work of iconic figures, like Martin Luther King, Jr. But the state is also one of …

Long celebrated by African Americans, Juneteenth often is viewed as an overlooked moment in U.S. history. But it's now a recognized holiday in North Dakota, and the 12th federal holiday. (Adobe Stock)

'Our Independence Day': Juneteenth Has New Meaning in ND

FARGO, N.D. -- North Dakotans will gather in Fargo and Grand Forks tomorrow to celebrate Juneteenth, which recognizes the end of slavery. With the …

In addition to her historic nomination for Joe Biden's cabinet, Rep. Deb Haaland, D-New Mexico, made history in being one of the first two Native American women elected to Congress in 2018. (House.gov)

ND Tribal Communities Hopeful About Interior Secretary Nomination

CANNON BALL, N.D. -- Spiritual and cultural connections to land are among the core beliefs of Native Americans, and North Dakota advocates feel they …

Miners in Beulah, N.D., have seen layoffs as the coal industry declines across the country. (Andrew Filer/Flickr)

ND Forum: How Coal Communities Can Build for the Future

BEULAH, N.D. – Towns in coal country are considering what happens next as companies and the fuel hit hard times. Next week, the North Dakota …

North Dakota became the 20th state to ratify the 19th Amendment in December 1919. (Library of Congress/Wikimedia Commons)

Women's Equality Day Marks 99 Years Since 19th Amendment Passed

BISMARCK, N.D. – This is Women's Equality Day, marking 99 years since the U.S. government allowed women the right to vote. It commemorates …

More than 350 Native Americans from tribes in North Dakota served in World War I. The three soldiers above are from the three affiliated tribes of Fort Berthold. (UTTC)

Tribes Honor Native WWI Servicemen at Powwow

BISMARCK, N.D. – One hundred years ago, the United States joined World War I. From that point to the war's end in 1918, more than 350 Native …

New census data shows North Dakota saw the biggest drop in child poverty, but large disparities still exist, especially for Native populations. (iStockphoto)

ND Child Poverty Data Highlights Local Racial Disparities

BISMARCK, N.D. - North Dakota had the biggest drop in the country's child-poverty rate, but child well-being experts say there's more work to do…

Chairman Archambault (left) and Chief Arvol Looking Horse are involved in the latest fight against the Dakota Access Pipeline that also spotlights decades of racial discrimination against Native populations in North Dakota. (Photo by Jenni Monet)

ND Pipeline Fight Highlights Tribal Disparities, Discrimination

BISMARCK, N.D. - For many members of the Lakota Sioux Tribe, the battle against the Dakota Access Pipeline is just the latest symptom of a …

Native Americans have been protesting the Dakota Access Pipeline since April. (Red Warrior Camp)

Dakota Access Pipeline Court Decision Expected Today

BISMARCK, N.D. – The controversial Dakota Access Pipeline project could be permanently shut down today, pending a federal judge's decision…

North Dakota health experts warn that, due to a rise in childhood obesity, the next generation could live shorter lives than their parents. (iStockphoto)

Helping North Dakota Tackle Children's Obesity

BISMARCK, N.D. - September is National Childhood Obesity Month, and North Dakota health experts say today's young people could become the first …

A new study shows North Dakota has recently seen the largest foreign-born population growth in the country. (iStockphoto)

Study: Immigrants Make Vital Contribution to ND's Economy

BISMARCK, N.D. – North Dakota's foreign-born population plays some important roles in the state's economy, according to a new study. The …

New numbers show the wealth gap between black and white families would take more than 220 years to close, if current economic policies continue. (iStockphoto)

Report: Decades Needed to Close Racial Wealth Gap

BISMARCK, N.D. - If current trends continue, a new study said it would take the average African-American family 228 years to accumulate the amount of …

Tribal advocates say a new study from the CDC could help create more culturally-sensitive anti-smoking efforts. (iStockphoto)

CDC Study Shows Higher Tobacco Use among Native Americans

BISMARCK, N.D. - A report by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said some racial and ethnic groups have much higher smoking rates than …

North Dakota food growers are being asked to help get a quarter-million pounds of fresh produce to thousands of hungry kids and seniors in the state. (North Dakota Department of Agriculture)

ND Ag Department Asking for Harvest Time Help to Fight Hunger

BISMARCK, N.D. -- For many North Dakota farmers and gardeners, August is harvest time, and the state's Department of Agriculture is asking them to …

A new analysis argues that the federal minimum wage would be about $10 higher if it were tied to gains made in worker productivity. (iStockphoto)

Analyst: Min. Wage Could be $18.85 if Tied to Productivity

BISMARCK, N.D. – This summer marks the seven year anniversary of the last time the federal minimum wage was raised – from $6.55 to $7.25 …

North Dakota has five superdelegates who can vote for whomever they choose at the DNC. (iStockphoto)

Dems Reach Compromise After DNC Attempt to End Superdelegates

BISMARCK, N.D. – The Democratic National Convention kicks off in Philadelphia today with an attempt to end the superdelegate system getting …

North Dakota advocates are urging Donald Trump and Democrat Hillary Clinton to make Social Security reform a top priority. (iStockphoto)

AARP ND Pushing for More on Candidates' Social Security Plans

BISMARCK, N.D. -- As the Republican National Convention winds down and the Democrats prepare for theirs, North Dakota advocacy groups are pushing for …

As Cleveland police patrol the city during the Republican National Convention this week, legal experts are reminding protesters of their rights and responsibilities. (iStockphoto)

Protesters Meet ND's Delegates during RNC

BISMARCK, N.D. — North Dakota's 28 delegates are among the thousands of people in Cleveland this week for the Republican National Convention…

Hispanic community members are being encouraged to show their passion for protected areas, including the Theodore Roosevelt National Park, as part of Latino Conservation Week. (Hispanic Access Foundation)

Latino Conservation Week: Highlighting ND's Protected Lands

BISMARCK, N.D. -- This week marks the third annual Latino Conservation Week, and organizers are shining a spotlight on the Latino community's concern …

Advocates for people with disabilities are urging North Dakota election officials to ensure polling places are accessible for the upcoming election. (iStockphoto)

ND Disability Advocates Urge Focus on Voter Accessibility

BISMARCK, N.D. - It's National Disability Voter Registration Week. More than 160,000 North Dakotans are living with a disability, and this week the …

Immigrant rights advocates say a Supreme Court decision Thursday on President Obama's immigration policies could hurt millions of families nationwide. (iStockphoto)

Immigrants' Advocates: High Court Decision Hurts Families

BISMARCK, N.D. -- Immigration-rights advocates are blasting a U.S. Supreme Court decision Thursday that could doom President Obama's expanded …

While North Dakota ranks eighth among all states in the latest national Kids Count Data Book, the research shows Native American and other minority children still face serious disadvantages. (North Dakota Kids Count)

Report: North Dakota a Top State for Kids ... Except Native Americans

BISMARCK, N.D. – North Dakota is among the top 10 states in the nation when it comes to children's well being, but a new report from the Annie …

Health experts are testing a new healthy eating program at the North Dakota State Capitol this summer. (iStockphoto)

ND Capitol Adopts New Healthy-Eating Program

BISMARCK, N.D. – Health experts in North Dakota this summer are bringing a heart healthy food program to the busy State Capitol. The American …

Family-farm advocates say a new lawsuit challenging North Dakota's decades-old corporate-farming ban is a last-ditch effort allow non-family corporations to operate in the state. (iStockphoto)

ND Farmers Union Blasts New Corporate-Farming Lawsuit

BISMARCK, N.D. -- A new federal lawsuit over North Dakota's anti-corporate-farming law is getting criticism from family-farm advocates. The North …

Some North Dakotans are wearing orange as part of National Gun Violence Awareness Day to honor those who've died from gun violence. (Morguefile)

'Wear Orange' Activists to Honor Victims of Gun Violence

BISMARCK, N.D. – As gun related violence continues to be a problem in North Dakota and across the country, gun control advocates are wearing …

A new survey says a majority of retirement-age Americans are worried they won't have enough money for their golden years, but they also aren't saving enough. (Pixabay)

American Workers Aren't Feeling Confident About Retirement

BISMARCK, N.D. - Most American workers don't feel they have enough money for a comfortable retirement, according to a new survey. In the latest …

As part of a nationwide annual food drive, this weekend North Dakota's postal workers will be pulling double duty as they help pick up and deliver food donations. (iStockphoto)

ND Letter Carriers Volunteer to "Stamp Out Hunger" This Weekend

BISMARCK, N.D. - As one in 12 North Dakotans continues to struggle with hunger, this weekend the state's letter carriers will be working to help…

State health experts have launched a new campaign aimed at curbing the growing number of heroin and prescription opioid-related overdose deaths in North Dakota. (iStockphoto)

"Stop Overdose" Campaign Highlights Heroin, Opioid Abuse in ND

GRAND FORKS, N.D. - Health experts host a community meeting today in Grand Forks to talk about the growing problems of prescription drug and heroin …

According to new research, the families of incarcerated youths are helping bring changes to the juvenile justice system. (iStockphoto)

Moms are Changing the Juvenile Justice System

BISMARCK, N.D. -- Families in North Dakota and across the nation will be feeling the pain of separation this Mother's Day weekend because of …

Thousands of North Dakota children are facing greater challenges in life due to a parent's incarceration, according to a new report. (iStockphoto)

Thousands of ND Kids Affected by Parents' Incarceration

BISMARCK, N.D. – Some tough-on-crime policies may be having unintended consequences for thousands of North Dakota children, according to a new …

As part of Stress Awareness Month, state health officials are reminding parents and educators that the end of the school year can be a stressful time for some students. (iStockphoto)

Stress Awareness Month: Helping ND Students Cope

BISMARCK, N.D. - April is Stress Awareness Month, and North Dakota health officials say it's a good time to remember that young students sometimes …

Research shows people over 55 are starting a new business at a slightly higher rate than people ages 20-34, and AARP North Dakota is hosting a series of workshops to help them succeed. (iStockphoto)

Helping North Dakota's Encore Entrepreneurs

BISMARCK, N.D. – Older North Dakotans who are looking to start new businesses have some help coming their way. Starting this week, AARP North …

Like much of the country, North Dakota's emergency ambulance system is facing staffing and funding shortages. (iStockphoto)

North Dakota Aims to Tackle EMS Volunteer Shortage

BISMARCK, N.D. – Emergency ambulance services across the country are facing serious staffing shortages, but some health care groups in North …

With April being STD Awareness Month, state health officials are urging sexually active North Dakotans to take simple steps to protect themselves. (iStockphoto)

STD Awareness Month: Urging Young North Dakotans to Talk, Test, Treat

BISMARCK, N.D. - April is STD Awareness Month, and the North Dakota Department of Health is urging residents to safeguard themselves through some …

According to AARP, every presidential hopeful except Donald Trump has made public at least a few ideas to protect Social Security. (iStockphoto)

ND Seniors' Advocates Want Candidates to "Take a Stand" on Social Security

BISMARCK, N.D. - As North Dakota voters head to the state political conventions this weekend, advocates for the state's aging population are urging …

Native American tribal members are protesting the Dakota Access oil pipeline by taking a 20-mile ceremonial horse ride to a reservation site they argue could be damaged by oil spills. (iStockphoto)

ND Tribal Members Riding to Protest Oil Pipeline

BISMARCK, N.D. - Several tribal groups today are kicking off a protest over the nearly $4 billion Dakota Access oil pipeline project. Tribal members …

The North Dakota State Capitol is showcasing dozens of local businesses for Pride of Dakota Day. (iStockphoto)

ND Pride Day to Showcase Dozens of Local Businesses

BISMARCK, N.D. - For much of the year the North Dakota State Capitol acts as the hub of government activity, but today it's playing host to one of …

New research shows a national drop in unintended pregnancies, but not for all women. (iStockphoto)

Unintended Pregnancies at Lowest Level in Decades

BISMARCK, N.D. - The U.S. rate for unintended pregnancies is at its lowest level in decades, according to new research. Looking at numbers from 2008 …

Public housing advocates are welcoming federal dollars to help fix up existing units in North Dakota, but they say much more funding is needed. (iStockphoto)

Advocates for Homeless in ND Praise Housing Grants

BISMARCK, N.D. – With more than $2 million now heading to refurbish public housing in North Dakota, advocates for the state's homeless …

As the state grapples with a budget shortfall, North Dakota public employees are asking state agencies to consider other options before cutting salaries or jobs. (iStockphoto)

ND Public Employees Push for Responsible Budget Cuts

BISMARCK, N.D. - With North Dakota facing steep budget cuts, one of the state's largest public-employee groups is asking state agencies to make …

New numbers show reports of sex trafficking in North Dakota went up in 2015. (iStockphoto)

Human Trafficking Reports on Rise in North Dakota

BISMARCK, N.D. – Hotline calls about human trafficking are up in North Dakota. Polaris, a nonprofit group that runs the National Human …

Millions in federal dollars for North Dakota's public lands hang in the balance as Congress continues to debate the Land and Water Conservation Fund.

Feds Continue to Debate Money for North Dakota's Protected Lands

BISMARCK, N.D. – Some of North Dakota's best public spots for hunting, fishing and hiking, including the Dakota Prairie Grasslands, could be at …

PHOTO: A new scorecard on the progress of children in North Dakota shows the need to create more opportunity for kids of color, especially Native Americans. Photo credit: Lindsey Gira.

Not All ND Children Have Equal Opportunity to Thrive

BISMARCK, N.D. - The number of children of color in North Dakota remains relatively small, but it is growing, and a new report shows that more must …

PHOTO: Some companies in the U.S. and around the world now offer baby-at-work programs. It allows a new mother to bring her child to the job, for anywhere from 6 months or until the child is crawling. CREDIT: jencu

Babies at Work? More Moms on the Job With Their Newborns

BISMARCK, N.D. - The face of the workplace in America has been evolving for decades, and so have employers' policies involving families - but some …

Remember Recess? Women More Likely to Exercise if it Feels Like Play

BISMARCK, N.D. - When it comes to getting exercise, a new survey says the more fun the activity the more likely you are to take part in it. Kathi Di …

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