North Dakota
Monday, July 1, 2024
The little guy could get a bigger voice in proposed USDA fairness rule
From North Dakota to Texas, the beef raised on farms goes through a production process controlled by four major companies and independent ranchers …
Campaigns ramp up messaging for ND property tax question
Signatures are expected to be submitted today for a potential fall ballot question which would largely do away with property taxes in North Dakota…
ND isn't known for EV chargers but statewide network takes next step
Electric-vehicle owners in North Dakota have long called for more action to boost the state's charging station network. There continues to be mixed …
ND weighs restoring parental rights severed by courts
An interim North Dakota legislative committee this week got an update from state leaders on potential moves to reconnect kids in foster care with thei…
Bans on private funding for elections factor big in voting-law analysis
On the heels of its primary election, North Dakota has received a "fair" grade in an annual report examining voting laws for each state. The …
New ND state park adds weight to Great Outdoors Month messaging
As temperatures warm up, people are enjoying nature - and North Dakota officials hope to see many more do so in the future as a new state park comes …
ND voters push age-limit debate into forefront
The age of both presidential front-runners has drawn extra attention in this year's race and meanwhile, North Dakota voters this week embraced …
Despite positive ranking, ND sees worrisome trends for child well-being
On the surface, North Dakota is performing well in setting the tone for child well-being. However, an annual ranking finds certain indicators going …
25 years of West Nile: How virus' trends are playing out in 2024
West Nile virus has had a presence in the United States for a quarter of a century. A mild winter and rainy spring sets the stage for more mosquitoes …
Restaurant chains called into question for meat-production sources
Today is National Animal Rights Day, and some of the more popular restaurant chains in North Dakota are under fire for how the meats they use are …
Native organizations commemorate 100th anniversary of Citizenship Act
Sunday marks 100 years since the United States granted citizenship to all Native Americans. North Dakota voices are observing the milestone, and …
ND poll paints picture of how GOP voters feel about Christian nationalism
Ahead of the 2024 election, an undercurrent of Christian nationalism is lurking, GOP voters in North Dakota were recently polled about the dynamic …