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A ‘servant leader’ honored: The nation pays tribute to Jesse Jackson, civil rights icon
Via @statesnewsroom.com
Via @statesnewsroom.com
A ‘servant leader’ honored: The nation pays tribute to Jesse Jackson, civil rights icon • North Dakota Monitor
Tributes poured in across the country for the revered civil rights figure the Rev. Jesse L. Jackson Sr., who died Tuesday morning at 84.
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February 17, 2026 at 10:04 PM
A ‘servant leader’ honored: The nation pays tribute to Jesse Jackson, civil rights icon
Via @statesnewsroom.com
Via @statesnewsroom.com
High housing costs, shortages propel movement on reform in Congress
High housing costs, shortages propel movement on reform in Congress • North Dakota Monitor
Republicans, Democrats and the White House are methodically, calmly inching toward a common goal: agreeing on a thick package of laws that would do something quickly about slowing housing costs and…
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February 17, 2026 at 8:00 PM
High housing costs, shortages propel movement on reform in Congress
North Dakota man among 5 charged in Agridime cattle fraud case
North Dakota man among 5 charged in Agridime cattle fraud case • North Dakota Monitor
A North Dakota man is among five people facing federal criminal charges related to investments in a cattle and beef marketing company that was determined to be a Ponzi scheme.
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February 17, 2026 at 2:02 PM
North Dakota man among 5 charged in Agridime cattle fraud case
Small business owners squeezed by Trump tariffs await Supreme Court decision
By @ashleymurray.bsky.social of @statesnewsroom.com
By @ashleymurray.bsky.social of @statesnewsroom.com
Small business owners squeezed by Trump tariffs await Supreme Court decision • North Dakota Monitor
Many small business owners feel anything but calm since Trump began his whiplash trade policy shortly upon starting his second term. And now they are waiting on the U.S. Supreme Court, which has been…
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February 16, 2026 at 8:30 PM
Small business owners squeezed by Trump tariffs await Supreme Court decision
By @ashleymurray.bsky.social of @statesnewsroom.com
By @ashleymurray.bsky.social of @statesnewsroom.com
North Dakota had six confirmed measles cases Monday and a growing list of potential exposure sites in the eastern portion of the state, the Department of Health and Human Services said.
North Dakota up to 6 measles cases, with jump in exposure sites in eastern counties • North Dakota Monitor
North Dakota had six confirmed measles cases Monday and a growing list of potential exposure sites in the eastern portion of the state, the Department of Health and Human Services said.
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February 16, 2026 at 7:00 PM
North Dakota had six confirmed measles cases Monday and a growing list of potential exposure sites in the eastern portion of the state, the Department of Health and Human Services said.
North Dakota’s statewide office-holders up for reelection in 2026 are all running, though some haven’t made formal campaign announcements.
North Dakota’s statewide incumbents running for reelection • North Dakota Monitor
North Dakota’s statewide office-holders up for reelection in 2026 — all Republicans — are all running, though some haven’t made formal campaign announcements.
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February 16, 2026 at 5:00 PM
North Dakota’s statewide office-holders up for reelection in 2026 are all running, though some haven’t made formal campaign announcements.
North Dakota Republican incumbents on the fence about state convention amid party’s shift to the right
North Dakota Republicans on the fence about state convention amid party’s shift to the right • North Dakota Monitor
Campaign season for North Dakota Republican incumbents has a different feel this year, with statewide office holders collecting signatures to appear on the ballot rather than relying on a state party…
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February 16, 2026 at 3:15 PM
North Dakota Republican incumbents on the fence about state convention amid party’s shift to the right
On A Closer Look with the Monitor, reporter Mary Steurer talks to Prairie Public's Craig Blumenshine about ICE detention cases that are in North Dakota federal court.
North Dakota courts see trickle of ICE detention lawsuits • North Dakota Monitor
North Dakota has a small but growing number of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement detention cases moving through federal court.
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February 14, 2026 at 4:00 PM
On A Closer Look with the Monitor, reporter Mary Steurer talks to Prairie Public's Craig Blumenshine about ICE detention cases that are in North Dakota federal court.
Could a North Dakota law that makes it illegal for people to conceal their identities in certain situations also apply to masked immigration agents?
North Dakota has an anti-mask law. Could it apply to ICE agents? • North Dakota Monitor
Could a North Dakota law that makes it illegal for people to conceal their identities in certain situations also apply to masked immigration agents?
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February 14, 2026 at 2:00 PM
Could a North Dakota law that makes it illegal for people to conceal their identities in certain situations also apply to masked immigration agents?
Commentary: For Indigenous Americans it’s unthinkable, but true. ICE is arresting, detaining Native Americans.
For Indigenous Americans it's unthinkable, but true. ICE is arresting, detaining Native Americans. • North Dakota Monitor
If the true goal of ICE action is to reduce the immigrant population, why are they also arresting and detaining those whose ancestors were here first? writes guest columnist Rebecca Tallent.
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February 13, 2026 at 9:39 PM
Commentary: For Indigenous Americans it’s unthinkable, but true. ICE is arresting, detaining Native Americans.
Clock ticks toward Department of Homeland Security shutdown after midnight deadline
By @arianalfigueroa.bsky.social of @statesnewsroom.com
By @arianalfigueroa.bsky.social of @statesnewsroom.com
Clock ticks toward Department of Homeland Security shutdown after midnight deadline • North Dakota Monitor
The second partial government shutdown in 2026 was set to begin at 12:01 a.m. Saturday, after lawmakers left the nation’s capital without reaching a deal on changes to immigration enforcement tactics…
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February 13, 2026 at 7:22 PM
Clock ticks toward Department of Homeland Security shutdown after midnight deadline
By @arianalfigueroa.bsky.social of @statesnewsroom.com
By @arianalfigueroa.bsky.social of @statesnewsroom.com
Delays in the federal immigration system are creating frustration for North Dakota residents seeking legal immigration and employers who have come to depend on immigrants.
Immigrants, employers frustrated by delays in federal system • North Dakota Monitor
Delays in the federal immigration system are creating frustration for North Dakota residents seeking legal immigration and employers who have come to depend on immigrants.
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February 13, 2026 at 4:00 PM
Delays in the federal immigration system are creating frustration for North Dakota residents seeking legal immigration and employers who have come to depend on immigrants.
New podcast episode: Monitor reporter Mary Steurer talks to Prairie Public’s Craig Blumenshine about a small but growing number of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement detention cases moving through ND’s federal court.
North Dakota courts see trickle of ICE detention lawsuits • North Dakota Monitor
North Dakota has a small but growing number of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement detention cases moving through federal court.
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February 13, 2026 at 2:06 PM
New podcast episode: Monitor reporter Mary Steurer talks to Prairie Public’s Craig Blumenshine about a small but growing number of U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement detention cases moving through ND’s federal court.
Trump administration completes rollback of Obama-era greenhouse gas regulations
By @fischler.bsky.social of @statesnewsroom.com
By @fischler.bsky.social of @statesnewsroom.com
Trump administration completes rollback of Obama-era greenhouse gas regulations • North Dakota Monitor
President Donald Trump and his top environmental policy officer finalized a move Thursday to undo an Environmental Protection Agency regulation that laid the foundation for federal rules governing…
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February 12, 2026 at 10:49 PM
Trump administration completes rollback of Obama-era greenhouse gas regulations
By @fischler.bsky.social of @statesnewsroom.com
By @fischler.bsky.social of @statesnewsroom.com
Doctors increasingly see AI scribes in a positive light. But hiccups persist.
Via @kffhealthnews.org
Via @kffhealthnews.org
Doctors increasingly see AI scribes in a positive light. But hiccups persist. • North Dakota Monitor
The potential of AI to transform every aspect of the health care system — from patient care to clinical efficiency to medical innovation — is an area of intense focus, including by the Trump…
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February 12, 2026 at 8:01 PM
Doctors increasingly see AI scribes in a positive light. But hiccups persist.
Via @kffhealthnews.org
Via @kffhealthnews.org
North Dakota health officials warned Thursday about possible community spread of measles after a case was identified in Pembina County.
North Dakota reports 2nd case of measles in 2026, with officials warning of community spread • North Dakota Monitor
The measles case involves an unvaccinated adult who was required to be hospitalized, according to the Department of Health and Human Services. The person had not traveled and likely was exposed in…
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February 12, 2026 at 5:34 PM
North Dakota health officials warned Thursday about possible community spread of measles after a case was identified in Pembina County.
Events, concerts, community initiatives and educational opportunities will headline a year of celebration in North Dakota for the 250th birthday of the United States.
North Dakota spreads wealth to help communities celebrate America’s 250th birthday • North Dakota Monitor
Events, concerts, community initiatives and educational opportunities will headline a year of celebration in North Dakota for the 250th birthday of the United States.
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February 12, 2026 at 4:30 PM
Events, concerts, community initiatives and educational opportunities will headline a year of celebration in North Dakota for the 250th birthday of the United States.
US House in bipartisan vote defies Trump, agrees to end his tariffs on Canada
By @ashleymurray.bsky.social of @statesnewsroom.com
By @ashleymurray.bsky.social of @statesnewsroom.com
US House in bipartisan vote defies Trump, agrees to end his tariffs on Canada • North Dakota Monitor
In a notable break from President Donald Trump’s signature trade policy, several House Republicans joined Democrats in passing a resolution to terminate the president’s national emergency at the…
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February 12, 2026 at 2:00 PM
US House in bipartisan vote defies Trump, agrees to end his tariffs on Canada
By @ashleymurray.bsky.social of @statesnewsroom.com
By @ashleymurray.bsky.social of @statesnewsroom.com
ND Rep. Julie Fedorchak votes yes as US House approves bill mandating proof of citizenship for voting in federal elections
Via @statesnewsroom.com
Via @statesnewsroom.com
US House approves bill mandating proof of citizenship for voting in federal elections • North Dakota Monitor
The U.S. House passed legislation 218-213 Wednesday that would require the public to produce a passport or birth certificate in most cases to register to vote, less than a year out from November…
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February 12, 2026 at 12:10 AM
ND Rep. Julie Fedorchak votes yes as US House approves bill mandating proof of citizenship for voting in federal elections
Via @statesnewsroom.com
Via @statesnewsroom.com
17 North Dakota agencies sign up for voluntary job buyout program
17 North Dakota agencies sign up for voluntary job buyout program • North Dakota Monitor
A total of 17 North Dakota government agencies are taking part in a voluntary employee buyout program as the state prepares for a dip in revenue.
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February 11, 2026 at 10:19 PM
17 North Dakota agencies sign up for voluntary job buyout program
The Department of Homeland Security budget was held up by Democrats after the killing of two U.S. citizens by immigration agents in Minneapolis.
Shutdown looms for FEMA, Coast Guard, TSA with stalemate over Homeland Security funds • North Dakota Monitor
Congress has until Friday at midnight to pass a stopgap spending bill or reach bipartisan agreement on Homeland Security department’s funding bill.
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February 11, 2026 at 9:00 PM
The Department of Homeland Security budget was held up by Democrats after the killing of two U.S. citizens by immigration agents in Minneapolis.
