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On June 2, 2025, at approximately 10:38 am, a vehicle pursuit initiated by the Sioux County Sheriff’s Department crossed into Morton County along Highway 6.

Motorcycle pursuit leads to serious injury crash in Traill County

A motorcycle pursuit in Traill County resulted in a serious injury crash on May 31, 2025.

Temporary lane changes on U.S. Highway 2 in Williston start June 4

As part of the ongoing improvement project on U.S. Highway 2 in Williston, temporary traffic changes will be implemented starting Wednesday, June 4.

BCBSND partners with local baseball teams for mental health awareness initiative

Blue Cross Blue Shield of North Dakota (BCBSND) Caring Foundation has partnered with several local baseball teams to launch the "Strike Out the Stigma" initiative.

VA provides 7.4% more home purchase loans in North Dakota in Q4 2024

There were 261 VA home purchases in North Dakota in the fourth quarter of the VA's fiscal year 2024, totaling $78.1 million in loans, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans Index.

North Dakota DOT announces summer highway shoulder mowing schedule

The North Dakota Department of Transportation (NDDOT) is set to begin mowing along the shoulders of state highways from mid-June to July 1, contingent on grass height.

North Dakota announces over $340K in agricultural project funding

Agriculture Commissioner Doug Goehring has announced the allocation of funds by the North Dakota Agricultural Products Utilization Commission (APUC) for three projects.

North Dakota awards over $1 million in agriculture development funds

Agriculture Commissioner Doug Goehring has announced the allocation of Agriculture Diversification and Development (ADD) Fund awards to five projects, totaling $1,084,000.

Measles spreads across North Dakota with new case reported in Burke County

By Peace Garden News | May 31, 2025

North Dakota Health and Human Services (HHS) has confirmed the first measles case in Burke County, marking it as the fourth county in North Dakota to be affected by the outbreak.

North Dakota updates eligibility limits for homeownership assistance programs

By Peace Garden News | May 31, 2025

The North Dakota Industrial Commission has updated the eligibility limits for homeownership assistance programs managed by the North Dakota Housing Finance Agency (NDHFA).

North Dakota ranks 49th in total VA home loans during Q4 2024

By Peace Garden News | May 30, 2025

North Dakota ranked 49th in the nation in VA home loans in the fourth quarter of 2024, with 329 loans issued, according to the Veterans' Affairs Home Loans Index.

Cassie Bowers appointed director by Congresswoman Julie Fedorchak

By Peace Garden News | May 30, 2025

Bismarck, ND – Congresswoman Julie Fedorchak has announced the appointment of Cassie Bowers as Director of State Operations and Community Relations.

USDA releases $1B disaster aid for livestock losses from wildfires and drought

By Peace Garden News | May 29, 2025

Senator John Hoeven has announced the release of $1 billion in disaster relief funds by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) for livestock producers affected by wildfires or drought in 2023 and 2024.

Talon Metals plans advanced mineral processing facility in North Dakota

U.S. Senator Kevin Cramer joined Talon Metals in Beulah, North Dakota, to mark the acquisition of a former Westmoreland Mining site for the development of the Beulah Minerals Processing Facility (BMPF).

Fedorchak Forum invites North Dakotans for dialogue on key legislative issues

Congresswoman Julie Fedorchak (R-ND) is set to host a Fedorchak Forum titled "Conversations with Constituents" on Tuesday, June 10, at 7:00 pm CT (6:00 pm MT).

Hoeven announces new minerals processing facility in North Dakota

Senator John Hoeven has announced the acquisition of a site for the Beulah Minerals Processing Facility in North Dakota.

DOT allocates over $9 million for flood repairs in North Dakota

The U.S. Department of Transportation has allocated $9,201,975 in grants to the North Dakota Department of Transportation.

Congressional Biofuels Caucus announces new co-chairs for 119th Congress