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Harris says her campaign is prepared for Trump to prematurely claim victory, Pennsylvania election officials say safeguards in the system are preventing vote fraud, and Montana Senate race could hinge on the "political refugee" vote.

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A Cambodian poultry farmer who lost his livelihood could be a hero for others, rural Montanans are anxiously awaiting a court ruling over a climate lawsuit brought by young people, and Northeast states say more housing for working families could boost jobs.

North Dakota

Even with the rise of social media and email blasts, traditional

Friday, November 1, 2024

ND tribal outreach leaders crank up the amps, messaging to voters

Political rallies and large-scale "get out the vote" events might conjure images of a packed arena in a major city but in states like North Dakota…

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In 2023, North Dakota created a new Office of Legal Immigration as a way to help businesses around the state overcome labor shortages and recruit and retain foreign labor. (Adobe Stock)
Even in a red state, politics takes a back seat to welcoming new Americans

Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump held a rally Sunday that his critics say reinforced a hateful tone felt by Puerto Ricans and foreign-born…

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According to legal assistance groups, there are no Native Americans serving in the North Dakota state Senate for the first time in three decades. They blame political boundaries updated by the Legislature in 2021, resulting in a lawsuit and a new court-ordered map. (Adobe Stock)
Court activity resumes in ND tribal redistricting case

Oral arguments were heard this week in a legal fight over redistricting outcomes for North Dakota tribal lands. About a year ago, North Dakota was …

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Civil rights experts said for newly naturalized Americans voting for the first time, the process can be intimidating, prompting calls for outreach so everyone knows their rights when casting a ballot. (Adobe Stock)
Voting in ND: It's not too late to brush up on your rights

Early in-person voting kicked off this week in certain North Dakota counties and whether it is now or on Election Day, voters are reminded to head to …

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According to federal data, North Dakota is home to 146,837 total Medicare beneficiaries. (Adobe Stock)
Through Medicare enrollment, older ND residents can improve their daily lives

Medicare open enrollment is underway, and North Dakota seniors are encouraged to weigh the various plans. Advisors said it is important to consider …

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The Americans with Disabilities Act, adopted in 1990, helped usher in a wave of acceptance and new standards. But officials in states like North Dakota say there's still some outdated language used in public institutions that serve these populations. (Adobe Stock)
In ND, disability language is on the ballot this fall

Ballot questions, like one dealing with property taxes, are getting attention this election season in North Dakota. But another gets to the heart of …

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Federal data show that one out of every five students reports being bullied. (Adobe Stock)
Experts: being bullied doesn't build character, it leads to long-term woes

Parents in North Dakota are likely getting a sense of how their child's school year is going so far. If bullying issues have emerged, the research …

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Groups sounding the alarm over the need to feed larger global populations in the near future say billionaires have the resources to significantly improve food systems by investing in alternatives to traditional products. (Adobe Stock)
How the world's ultra-rich are trying – or not – to make meat sustainable

By Seth Millstein for Sentient.Broadcast version by Mike Moen for Prairie News Service reporting for the Sentient-Public News Service Collaboration O…

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Emergency management officials in North Dakota say dry air with less than 20% relative humidity and dried vegetation are providing plenty of fuel for wildfires this season. (Adobe Stock)
ND wildfires: Heavy damage to cropland; importance of early warnings

From power outages to burnt farmland, North Dakota is coming to grips with the impact of several large wildfires that are linked to at least two …

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Provider organizations said companies leaning too much on algorithms and artificial intelligence to scan resumes might be excluding people with disabilities from being hired and establishing a successful career. (Adobe Stock)
Improvements still sought as jobs outlook brightens for people with disabilities

North Dakota is above the national average in seeing individuals with disabilities as part of the workforce but the people tracking the numbers said e…

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According to a key industry group, North Dakota ranks last in the nation for solar-energy capacity. (Adobe Stock)
When ND is ready for more solar, study says it won't hurt property values

North Dakota lags behind other states in advancing large-scale solar projects. If additional development does gain steam as it has elsewhere in the …

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In 1979, cuts to Amtrak included the discontinuation of a long multistate route running through the southern half of North Dakota. (Adobe Stock)
A reunion nearly 50 years in the making? ND eyes possible Amtrak route return

This week, federal officials announced a new round of funding for passenger rail projects. It is part of a larger push to expand and restore service…

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