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05/09/2026 · Williston
Fargo Cops Nab One Suspect in Deadly Downtown Shootings, Hunt Continues
Fargo police arrested a suspect in one of two fatal shootings that rocked the city early Sunday, leaving two dead and others wounded amid a brewing feud. As Caundre Douglas faces murder charges for killing Elijah Hughes, 19-year-old Tyrque Jones remains at large after gunning down Azeem Holmes outside a popular downtown bar. The violence has heightened fears in North Dakota's largest city, with authorities warning Jones is armed and dangerous.[1][2][3]
North Dakota's $1,600 tax credit erases bills for 50,000 homeowners
A landmark property tax relief package signed by Gov. Kelly Armstrong last spring has eliminated property tax bills for roughly 50,000 North Dakota households—nearly equivalent to Bismarck's entire population. The tripling of the primary residence credit from $500 to $1,600, funded by state Legacy Fund earnings, is delivering even more relief than lawmakers initially projected.
05/03/2026
CDC Report Details Impact of Multi-State Foodborne Illness Outbreaks
A new CDC report reveals that multi-state foodborne illness outbreaks, though rare, contribute disproportionately to deaths. The report highlights the need for continued vigilance in food safety.
05/03/2026
ND Legislature OKs $50M to Bridge Rural Broadband Divide by 2028
In a bipartisan push, the North Dakota Legislature has approved a $50 million bill to deliver high-speed internet to underserved rural farms and towns. The initiative targets the digital divide plaguing areas from the Red River Valley to the Badlands, with full rollout eyed by 2028. Lawmakers say reliable broadband is now essential for agribusiness, telehealth and remote learning.
05/04/2026
Medora's Rough Riders Expansion Fuels 20% Tourism Surge in ND
Spring crowds in Medora, North Dakota, swelled 20% following the Rough Riders Hotel expansion, marking a robust tourism rebound in the state's western Badlands. The Theodore Roosevelt Medora Foundation's multimillion-dollar project has drawn record visitors to this historic gateway town. Local operators report packed reservations amid renewed interest in Theodore Roosevelt's legacy.
05/04/2026
Bobcat Breaks Ground on $9.5M West Fargo HQ Expansion
Bobcat Company and parent Doosan Infracore launched a $9.5 million headquarters expansion in West Fargo, doubling space for North Dakota's manufacturing powerhouse amid surging demand for compact loaders. The project unites teams from across the Fargo area, fueling innovation in the state's booming equipment sector. Completion is eyed for late summer 2016.
05/04/2026
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