U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth announced Thursday that Medals of Honor awarded to U.S. soldiers for their role in the Wounded Knee Massacre will not be rescinded. Via @southdakotasearchlight.com

North Dakota’s 2026 Teacher of the Year Frannie Tunseth of Mayville said she’s excited to advocate for her profession and shine a light on challenges educators are facing.

US agriculture secretary announces major crops purchase, antitrust efforts at Kansas City conference Via @kansasreflector.com

Former FBI Director James Comey proclaimed his innocence of federal obstruction charges and characterized the indictment against him as a consequence of “standing up to Donald Trump." By @fischler.bsky.social of @statesnewsroom.com

North Dakota’s agriculture commissioner warned lawmakers this week that federal trade and health policies are exacerbating concerns of farmers already worried about low ag commodity prices and high production costs.

North Dakota lawmakers eye special session in January or February for federal rural health funding

Opposition to Summit CO2 pipeline fueled by ‘horseshoe politics,’ on left and right, panelists say

The White House has sent guidance to departments and agencies, telling them that if a shutdown begins Wednesday, they’re expected to institute mass firings and layoffs. By @jennifershutt.bsky.social of @statesnewsroom.com

A North Dakota agency has approved a permit for what could become the largest dairy in state history — a 25,000-cow milking operation in Traill County. Some environmental groups have raised concerns about potential for pollution into the nearby Red River.

North Dakota legislative leaders expect special session for federal rural health care dollars

North Dakota lawmakers select consultant for term limits study after questioning its need

Trump and RFK Jr. are making claims about autism. What do medical experts say? By @jennifershutt.bsky.social of @statesnewsroom.com

North Dakota lawmakers approved draft legislation this week that aims to clarify how legislators respond when a governor vetoes bills after a legislative session concludes.

Fall enrollment at North Dakota University System campuses is up nearly 4%, the highest enrollment recorded since 2014.

The North Dakota Tax Department estimates the state’s income tax collections will take a sizable hit as a result of federal tax legislation, though the impact will be smaller than in many other states.

ND higher ed board appoints president for Lake Region State College, plans search for Bismarck State College president

‘Your countries are going to hell’: Trump lashes out at world leaders at UN Via @statesnewsroom.com buff.ly/ePx9TEw

North Dakota nonprofits receive more state funding this year to fight homelessness, but needs remain high

Former Sen. Nicole Mitchell sentenced to 6 months in jail, work release.

North Dakota's State Board of Higher Education voted Tuesday to skip a search and make interim Chancellor Brent Sanford the long-term leader of the state's University System.

Close to 5M could become uninsured if Congress doesn’t extend subsidies, report says Via @stateline.org buff.ly/1rWva9Z

As ND's Board of Higher Education discusses hiring a new leader for the North Dakota University System today, members will also consider a new title -- commissioner rather than chancellor, a shift some lawmakers are pushing for. northdakotamonitor.com/2025/09/22/s...

Trump ties autism to Tylenol use in pregnancy despite inconclusive scientific evidence

Fewer households, businesses will get high-speed internet under revamped federal plan Via @stateline.org

Ukrainians grateful for support in North Dakota, uncertain about their future

ND's State Board of Higher Education will consider this week skipping a search for chancellor and hiring former Lt. Gov. Brent Sanford to lead the university system long term. One retired university administrator calls the lack of a search "political cronyism."

Cellphone ban means less drama, more focus for some North Dakota students

Trump headlines Arizona memorial service for Charlie Kirk at packed stadium Via @statesnewsroom.com

Chance of government shutdown rises as US Senate fails to advance spending bill Via @statesnewsroom.com

North Dakota AG considering legal action over South Dakota eminent domain law

Natural gas seen as a solution to nation’s ‘power problem’

A refugee from Somalia was recognized as student of the year by the North Dakota Association for Lifelong Learners.

Big batch of Trump nominees to move through US Senate after Republicans change rules. Among them is North Dakota's Andrea Travnicek to the Department of Interior. By @jennifershutt.bsky.social of @statesnewsroom.com

North Dakota National Guard to add support detachment to B-52 bomber wing at Minot Air Force Base

Permanent extension of federal health care subsidies estimated to cost $350 billion By @jennifershutt.bsky.social of @statesnewsroom.com

Democrats and Republicans on Capitol Hill have entered a stalemate over whether to fund the government for seven weeks or begin a shutdown that could last considerably longer, amid high partisan tensions. By @jennifershutt.bsky.social of @statesnewsroom.com buff.ly/znPp8Po

The Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library in Medora may not open to the public until July 4, 2026, but the education and virtual learning events for the 26th president begin next week.

North Dakota oil and gas companies have new economic allies in the form of a tech industry “desperate” to find energy sources to fuel the growth of artificial intelligence, Gov. Kelly Armstrong said Wednesday.

Former CDC chief says she was fired for resisting RFK Jr. orders on vaccines Via @jennifershutt.bsky.social of @statesnewsroom.com

Under pressure, some immigrants are leaving American dreams behind Via @stateline.org

Instead of selling, some rural hospitals band together to survive Via @kffhealthnews.org

US Senate Dems push GOP for extension of expiring health care subsidies Via @statesnewsroom.com

Charges filed against Utah man accused of killing Charlie Kirk; prosecutors will seek death penalty Via @utahnewsdispatch.com

Government shutdown looms Oct. 1 as Congress struggles with stopgap spending plan Via @jennifershutt.bsky.social of @statesnewsroom.com

Watchdog agency says Trump violated law for sixth time in withholding FEMA funds Via @jennifershutt.bsky.social of @statesnewsroom.com

Summit petitions Iowa regulators to remove Dakotas requirement from pipeline permit Via @iowacapitaldispatch.com

Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz launches reelection campaign for third term.

The North Dakota Department of Public Instruction has released the first of a series of updated textbooks on the five Native nations that share land with North Dakota. buff.ly/kyTEWQ3

A pipeline leak in northwest North Dakota has spilled an estimated 20,000 barrels, or 840,000 gallons, of crude oil and produced water onto agricultural land, the Department of Environmental Quality said Monday.

President Donald Trump’s administration said Monday it will redirect $495 million in additional funding to historically Black colleges and universities as well as tribal colleges. Via @statesnewsroom.com