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Kings Beat Wild for 2nd Time in 3 Days

Hollywood · Grand Forks

Kings Beat Wild for 2nd Time in 3 Days

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LOS ANGELES — The Kings tamed the Minnesota Wild for the second time in three nights, taking Monday’s affair, 4-2, at Crypto.com Arena after winning Saturday’s game in a shootout. They won consecutive games for the first time since Dec. 8 and did so not only against strong opposition but under adverse circumstances. Captain Anže Kopitar (lower-body injury) and Joel Armia (upper-body injury) exited the match in the first and second periods, respe…See the Story

A World War II veteran named 'Steve' had been a fugitive for 17 years. Captured, he got a rare second chance

World War II · Valley City

A World War II veteran named 'Steve' had been a fugitive for 17 years. Captured, he got a rare second chance

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GRAND FORKS — In 1966, after evading the law for 17 years, a fugitive was reportedly discovered in Grand Forks and given a second chance. On Christmas day that year, the Grand Forks Herald ran the story of a 49-year-old man — identified only by the pseudonym "Steve" — who escaped parole in Milwaukee and carried out a years-long charade only put to an end after a vehicle crash landed him in jail. Authorities from Wisconsin and North Dakota invest…See the Story

Doosan Bobcat Introduces Smarter Machines for Simpler Operation at CES 2026

West Fargo · West Fargo

Doosan Bobcat Introduces Smarter Machines for Simpler Operation at CES 2026

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North Dakota GOP announces 2026 state convention in Minot

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North Dakota GOP announces 2026 state convention in Minot

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Cardinal Girls Split Wrestling Triangular

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STORY BY KYLE HEWITT CARRINGTON (NewsDakota)- The Carrington girls wrestling team defeated Rugby 42-17 and lost to Harvey-Wells County (HWC) 42-28. HWC defeated Rugby 54-11. Carrington 42 Rugby 17 The Cards would win 7 of the 10 matches in the dual with 3 weight classes (148, 170, 250) recorded as double forfeits. The Cards would also get pins from Alayna Gussiaas (112), Adysyn Vandehoven (118), Kenzie Jost (130), Khendra Garcia (155), an…Rugby · Rugby Read Article

Flu cases surge across North Dakota, hitting emergency departments in Fargo

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FARGO — Health officials say influenza cases are surging across North Dakota, hitting hospitals and clinics earlier and more aggressively than usual this season. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is tracking a rise in flu illnesses across the country, with roughly 8% of visits to health care providers labeled as flu-like illness, the highest in more than 25 years. "We're off to kind of what I would say an earlier, more aggressive s…Grand Forks, North Dakota · Grand Forks Read Article

State's attorney: Officer's use of force to save life of hostage was justified

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GRAND FORKS — A Grand Forks County deputy sheriff's decision to use deadly force to save the life of a hostage last month was justified, according to a review by the office of Grand Forks County State's Attorney Haley Wamstad. A statement was issued Tuesday, Jan. 6, providing results of a review of the shooting, which resulted in the death of 47-year-old Alice Nesdahl. The shots were fired by Deputy Cameron Bridger. The incident occurred Friday …Grand Forks, North Dakota · Grand Forks Read Article

Port: Legislature may consider school lunch bill during special session

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MINOT — A campaign to put a constitutional amendment for universal school meals on this year's November ballot is currently working to get their prerequisite signatures from North Dakota citizens, but state lawmakers, who are scheduled to convene in special session later this month, may preempt them. Rumors from multiple sources in the state Capitol tell me that state Rep. Mike Nathe, a Republican from Bismarck, is working on legislation that wo…Grand Forks, North Dakota · Grand Forks Read Article

Grand Forks County Commission discuss new position and funding sources for Youth Assessment Center

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GRAND FORKS – Grand Forks County commissioners on Tuesday approved a new position for the Regional Youth Assessment Center, though the topic prompted discussion on whether other entities that utilize the YAC should contribute funds to the facility. The additional full-time staff position at the YAC was included as part of the county’s 2026 budget to address the state’s desire for more full-time positions at the facility. The vote on Monday was t…Grand Forks, North Dakota · Grand Forks Read Article

More than 60,000 apply for North Dakota homeowners tax credit program

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BISMARCK — North Dakota homeowners could save up to $1,600 on their property tax bill this year. State Tax Commissioner Brian Kroshus says they’ve already logged 60,000 applications for the primary residence credit, just six days into the application window opening. He thinks the surge in interest is because lawmakers tripled the value of the tax credit in the last legislative session. Kroshus advises people to apply early, just in case there a…Bismarck · Bismarck Read Article

Grand Forks teen pleads guilty to shooting at occupied vehicle

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GRAND FORKS — A Grand Forks teen has pleaded guilty to shooting at an occupied vehicle last year. Walker Michael Poitra, 18, changed his plea on Monday, Jan. 5. A sentencing hearing has been set for April 4. He is charged with five counts of Class A felony attempted murder of a child, one count of Class A felony terrorizing a child, five counts of Class C reckless endangerment with extreme indifference, and one count each of misdemeanor criminal…Grand Forks, North Dakota · Grand Forks Read Article

Eight Fighting Hawks earn national academic honors

GRAND FORKS, N.D. -- Eight student-athletes for the North Dakota football program were honored with national academic accolades by the Football Championship Subdivision Athletics Directors Assocation (FCS ADA) as well as College Sports Communicators (CSC) for their combined performances on the field and in the classroom on Tuesday.Grand Forks, North Dakota · Grand Forks Read Article

State champion Phoenix tabbed as top nine-man football team nationally by MaxPreps

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FREEMAN, S.D. — Adding yet another accolade to an undefeated state championship season, Freeman/Marion/Freeman Academy was tabbed as the top nine-man football team in the country for 2025 by MaxPreps.com. Announced Monday, the national prep sports database’s computer ratings gave the Phoenix a score of 74.4, cementing them as the runaway top nine-man team. South Dakota had the top three teams in the rankings, with FMFA ahead of No. 2 Wall (64.4)…North Dakota · North Dakota Read Article

Upcoming games you won't want to miss

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DICKINSON — It’s another busy week of sports in southwest North Dakota. There is a lot of exciting action on the court, on the ice, on the wrestling mat and on the pool deck. Here are the three notable games you'll want to attend. DHS Girls Hockey vs Williston, Jan. 8, 2026 The Mavericks have been playing solid hockey despite dropping their last two games. They could have won both of last week's games, against Fargo Davies and Jamestown respecti…Dickinson, North Dakota · Dickinson Read Article