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Funding Fallout

Sudden cut of ‘politicized’ FEMA grants leaves North Dakota communities in the lurch

Cuts impact major projects in Lincoln, Washburn and Fessenden
Michael Standaert, North Dakota News Cooperative
Community Search
MMIR: Native community unites in water and ground search for Standing Rock man, last seen on train bridge
It’s been 10 days since Renzo Bullhead disappeared
By Jodi Rave Spotted Bear
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Rural Uncertainty
USDA upheaval brings uncertainty to farmers, rural communities
Funding terminations, freezes, layoffs all have follow-on impacts 
Michael Standaert, North Dakota News Cooperative
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Indian Affairs
North Dakota lawmakers to review key bills impacting Native American communities
Bills on healthcare, education, criminal justice and tribal tourism will be discussed in upcoming legislative sessions that could affect Native populations.
By Buffalo's Fire
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ShineThe Shine series will explore limitations and solutions to press freedom and government transparency in Indian Country.
Land and oil
‘Big Muddy’: North Dakota approaches deadline in high-stakes MHA oil tax lawsuit
Attorneys muck through state, tribal claims for Missouri River mineral rights
By Talli Nauman
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Housing Reform
Legislators push for more affordable housing with new bill
U.S. senators introduce a bill to expand the Housing Choice Voucher program and honor the legacy of affordable housing advocate Herschel Lashkowitz.
By Buffalo's Fire
Rural Veterans
Senators Push to Expand VA Transportation Grants for Rural Veterans
The bipartisan effort would reauthorize a key transportation program supporting veterans needing medical care.
By Buffalo's Fire
Housing Crunch
North Dakota faces major housing shortage as baby boomers age
A new housing study reveals that North Dakota will need 20,000 new housing units by 2027 to accommodate a growing senior population.
By Buffalo's Fire
Tourist Impact
Trump policies leave North Dakota summer tourism prospects uncertain
Businesses await impact of park service cuts, Canadian tourist boycott
Michael Standaert, North Dakota News Cooperative
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Health
Shocking disparities: American Indians in North Dakota die 22.5 years younger than white residents
The findings of a study conducted on pre-pandemic mortality from 2010 to 2019. Post-COVID-19, disparity has grown
By Pier Paolo Bozzano
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Education
Dearth of women in top higher ed leadership in North Dakota causes concern
Currently only one woman in a position of leadership among 11 institutions
Michael Standaert, North Dakota News Cooperative
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Change Makers
Native Inc. staff push for change during Advocacy Day at North Dakota State Capitol
"This is Real Life": Local nonprofit calls for more support for unhoused, recovery services
By Adrianna Adame
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Hacker Alert
School software provider is the latest target of major hack of personal data
As more American companies are targeted in cyber crimes, there are a few things individuals can do to improve their “cyber hygiene,” cybersecurity experts say.
Paige Gross, North Dakota Monitor
Hacker using laptop. Lots of digits on the computer screen.
Rural Revival
Small-town success comes from positive people and things
Attracting younger adults, building infrastructure keys to success
Michael Standaert, North Dakota News Cooperative
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Election
Democrats, women clean up in all-Native candidate match for North Dakota District 9
‘Minority of minority’ emerges from new voter map to challenge conservative trend at statehouse
By Adrianna Adame
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North Dakota
Interior Secretary nominee draws praise from tribal leaders
Leaders from the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe and Sisseton Wahpeton Oyate expressed joy regarding President-elect Donald Trump’s nomination of North Dakota Gov. Doug Burgum as Secretary of the Interior
Amelia Schafer, Rapid City Journal & ICT
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State looks to boost access for youth with severe mental health challenges
Two programs piloted to address gaps, break down silos
Michael Standaert, North Dakota News Cooperative
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North Dakota election observers report more education needed on set-aside ballots
2024 General Election Turnout in Fargo.
North Dakotans re-elect Public Service Commission Chair Randy Christmann over Native candidate
By Adrianna Adame
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North Dakota sees strong early voting numbers, signaling ‘enthusiasm’
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