State Legislators Consider “Blackout” North Dakota License Plates
(Bismarck, ND) — The popular “blackout” license plates may soon be available in North Dakota. The black plates with white lettering have become fashionable in Minnesota and other surrounding states, and now a bill has been drafted
State Population At Record High
(Bismarck, ND) — North Dakota’s population is at an all-time high. New data from the U.S. Census shows the state population hitting a record of near 800-thousand, with the most growth happening in urban areas like Fargo
Minot Police Looking To Hire More Officers
(Minot, ND) — The Minot Police Department is looking to hire ten to 15 officers. Administrative Captain Jason Sunbakken tells KX-News the department is facing shortages that haven’t been seen at this level in years. He says
House Bill Would Seal Records of Defendants Found Not Guilty
(Bismarck, ND) — A new bill is being introduced in the state house that would seal certain criminal records of defendants who were found not guilty. If passed, the bill would also apply to those who were
ND Senate Judiciary Passes Bill That Protects Crisis Counselors
(Bismarck, ND) — A bill that would protect crisis counselors in North Dakota is passing its first hurdle. Wednesday, the state’s Senate Judiciary passed legislation that would provide greater protections from legal action for 911, 988 and
Gov. Armstrong Delivers Budget Proposal
(Bismarck, ND) — Governor Kelly Armstrong is proposing a budget that invests one-billion dollars in infrastructure, education and property tax relief. Armstrong announced the budget during a speech to lawmakers on Wednesday. His proposed budget comes in
State Of the Tribes Address
(Pierre, SD) — The 2025 State of the Tribes address is driving a message of unity. Tribal leaders gathered for the meeting at the State House Chambers in Pierre yesterday. Sisseton Wahpeton Chairman J. Garrett Renville carried
Shooting At Milbank Nursing Home, Suspect In Custody
(Milbank, SD) — A suspect is in custody and another person is recovering after a shooting at a nursing home in Milbank yesterday. Authorities from both South Dakota and Minnesota responded to the Avantara nursing home around