British authorities say they're banning the Chinese-owned video-sharing app TikTok from government mobile phones on security grounds, following similar moves by the U.S. and European Union.| AP News
NATO-member Denmark’s Defense Ministry has banned its employees from having TikTok on their work phones as a cybersecurity measure.| AP News
The North-End legislator wants to be mayor of Sioux Falls with a message of opportunity for all but he carries a yoke of partisan politics that could be hard to shake ahead of June election.| Sioux Falls Live
A swirl of factors will have a major affect on the future of the Sioux Falls metro in 2026 and the outcome could be troublesome.| Sioux Falls Live
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The 280-megawatt, $3 billion artificial intelligence data center is planned just outside of the small town north of Fargo.| InForum
Republicans condemn the politicization of the tragedy while legislative proposals stream in quickly from Democrats.| Bemidji Pioneer
At least one child is in critical condition, hospitals say, while 11 have been discharged from hospitals.| Bemidji Pioneer
The parents of 10-year-old Harper Moyski and 8-year-old Fletcher Merkel spoke out after the mass shooting in Minneapolis.| Bemidji Pioneer
Republicans condemn the politicization of the tragedy while legislative proposals stream in quickly from Democrats.| Cloquet Pine Journal
At least one child is in critical condition, hospitals say, while 11 have been discharged from hospitals.| Cloquet Pine Journal
With policy negotiations ongoing and fewer than half of all budget bills passing through the Legislature, there is still work ahead for lawmakers, who were scheduled to complete the session Monday| Cloquet Pine Journal
The parents of 10-year-old Harper Moyski and 8-year-old Fletcher Merkel spoke out after the mass shooting in Minneapolis.| Cloquet Pine Journal
DFL Rep. Amanda Hemmingsen-Jaeger and Republican Michael Holmstrom beat out party competitors for the seats left open by former Sens. Nicole Mitchell and Bruce Anderson.| Cloquet Pine Journal
The budget deal comes with a compromise on immigrant health care, prompting outcry from DFL lawmakers and potentially derailing final votes.| Cloquet Pine Journal
Trump admin and states jointly file to dismiss suit as long as the remaining of the $7 billion in frozen funds are released in full by Oct. 3.| Cloquet Pine Journal
Mitchell testified for nearly 5 hours on the fourth day of the burglary trial.| Cloquet Pine Journal
The jury heard the final witnesses and closing arguments before going into the deliberation room Friday afternoon.| Cloquet Pine Journal
The new law and Brom's 'model prisoner' behavior set the stage for work release after 37 years in prison.| Cloquet Pine Journal
One member characterizes the move as “authoritarianism,” another as “strong leadership”| Cloquet Pine Journal
Minnesota politicians took center stage Monday in Minneapolis, featuring appearances from Hoffman, Gov. Tim Walz and Sen. Amy Klobuchar| Cloquet Pine Journal
The "Blueberry Muffin Gang from Carlton" wrote letters, drew pictures and visited the Capitol with homemade goodies to share.| Cloquet Pine Journal
A look at some of the people and data behind the program state officials want to shutter amid fraud probe by the FBI.| Cloquet Pine Journal
City officials are proposing a $4.1 million maximum levy that needs to be approved by the City Council by the end of September.| Cloquet Pine Journal
Jade Leung, a former leader at the firm behind ChatGPT, has been named as Keir Starmer’s leading voice on artificial intelligence, replacing the architect of government’s AI Opportunities Action Plan […]| PublicTechnology
Trail proposal sparks discussion of an update to the 2012 plan that led to the restoration of most of Wisconsin Point.| Superior Telegram
Legislation has been proposed to allow a private utility to access federal funding for lead line replacements, but the majority of councilors say they can't support it.| Superior Telegram
Shamrock Bar & Pizza to receive about $9,900, won't need to replace windows as earlier suggested.| Superior Telegram
The U.S. senator hosted a roundtable discussion in Superior to learn about what is being done locally to address Wisconsin's housing crisis.| Superior Telegram
If approved by municipalities, the resolution would add information on private and charter school funding to tax bills.| Superior Telegram
The news is that Jackley must intend to breathe some new life into a commission that looks like it has been dormant for far too long.| Mitchell Republic
"Most government boards in South Dakota are comprised of citizens who volunteer their time and energy to serve in a public role," writes David Bordewyk, executive director, SD NewsMedia Association.| Mitchell Republic
As other states like Texas look to redraw congressional maps, a look at how that effort might play out in Minnesota — and why partisan gains might be difficult.| St. Cloud Live
The death penalty was authorized for the suspect in the death of Chris Maland, who was gunned down during a Vermont traffic stop in January.| St. Cloud Live
The bid from Frazier follows Mary Moriarty’s announcement that she won’t seek re-election in 2026.| St. Cloud Live
The attire of a city’s residents can complement its voice. The city of Bemidji was no exception, as around 30 area residents donned their plaid apparel for Bemidji Day at the Capitol on Wednesday.| Bemidji Pioneer
The Beltrami County Board approved a preliminary tax levy increase of 7.88% for the upcoming fiscal year during Tuesday's meeting, and also heard updates on the county's Housing Trust Fund.| Bemidji Pioneer
Restructuring will change campground to mostly pull-through-sites, which are easier for RV campers| Dickinson Press
Sorry, parents, but the government isn’t going to be able to censor your child’s internet use for you.| Dickinson Press
The Legislature can't amend the governor's constitutionally defined veto process in statute.| Dickinson Press
Open court proceedings exist not just to protect the accused, but also to ensure accountability for the judges, prosecutors and law enforcement officials who participate.| Dickinson Press
A limited podcast series from Bismarck filmmaker (and Plain Talk podcast producer) Matt Fern tells a story of cozy politics, and how it can be exposed.| Dickinson Press
In contrast to North Dakota, at least seven oil-and-gas-producing states have taken either legislative or judicial action to restrict the costs that can be deducted from royalty owners’ checks.| Dickinson Press
An audit conducted by the state found there were hundreds of thousands of dollars in accounting errors between the state colleges in Grand Forks, Dickinson, Williston and Mayville.| Dickinson Press
Following Gov. Kelly Armstrong’s veto snafu in May, the assembly is drafting legislation to clarify the veto process.| Dickinson Press
Prompted by the shooting of two Minnesota lawmakers in June, North Dakota legislators are reexamining how accessible they should be to the public.| Dickinson Press
Eric Taubel will take on an interim leadership role after Charlene Briner steps down as director of the state’s cannabis office.| InForum
Hunter Rawson has been the acting police chief for the past year.| InForum
“The Windbreak clearly served an intoxicated person,” Fargo City Commission documents state.| InForum
Eight months after being reprimanded for an overserving violation, the Windbreak Saloon came out victorious in their appeal of the Fargo City Commission's decision.| InForum
“Clearly they are not getting the message about how serious this is.” Commissioner Dave Piepkorn said. “This has been going on for years and I'm fed up.”| InForum
Chief Communications Officer Gregg Schildberger and three other communications team employees submitted letters of resignation on Tuesday.| InForum
As the North Dakotan is on track to head the U.S. Department of the Interior, he reflected on his time as governor and took pride in improving the state’s financial standing.| InForum
As the state comes in second for overall voter turnout at 77%, Minnesota's youth vote rises to the top at 62%| Bemidji Pioneer
Gov. Tim Walz issued a new writ for a vacant Minnesota House seat that could mark the end of the House Democrats’ boycott| Bemidji Pioneer
As Minnesota House continues negotiations and Democrats boycott, Republican party announces effort to boot Democrats.| Bemidji Pioneer
The death penalty was authorized for the suspect in the death of Chris Maland, who was gunned down during a Vermont traffic stop in January.| Bemidji Pioneer
Minnesota Agriculture Commissioner Thom Petersen told an audience in Willmar that agriculture continues to benefit from bipartisan support in Legislature.| Bemidji Pioneer
Crow Wing County Board members were in favor of exploring the expansion that could double the park, extend trail systems, add pier to site of mine collapse| Brainerd Dispatch
County Board agrees to purchase land on Milford Lake Drive| Brainerd Dispatch
Responses will be accepted through March 28 and are expected to include plans for preserving iconic water tower.| Rochester Post Bulletin
Cost of street-level work comes in under budget after earlier proposal is split into two contracts.| Rochester Post Bulletin
Sens. Amy Klobuchar and Tina Smith on Tuesday announced Senate support for the funding; House of Representatives yet to vote on it| Grand Forks Herald
Public officials have refused to take action for years, which some attribute to the industry’s outsize influence on the state| Agweek
The former Republican who believes in limited government and a strong border faces long odds against incumbent Dusty Johnson.| South Dakota News Watch
Republican Public Utilities Commission chair takes break from re-election effort but still aims for another term in Pierre.| South Dakota News Watch
Eight in 10 Americans, a new high, perceive the U.S. as being greatly divided on the most important values.| Gallup.com
Kandiyohi County Economic Development will present its 2026 proposed budget to the Willmar City Council on Monday, Aug. 4.| West Central Tribune
Earlier this year, the Sheriff’s Office entered into a new agreement with U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement, raising concerns among community leaders and the immigrant population.| West Central Tribune
City Commissioners narrowly approved a month-long extension of city's Winter Warming Program to avoid turning between 55 to 65 people out onto the street on Thursday, May 1.| InForum
The metro will need to build 15,900 housing units in the next 10 years to keep up with growth, the report said, despite current home prices and rental rates outpacing household incomes.| InForum
“We have to come up with a plan that we agree on,” Mayor Tim Mahoney said during a special meeting Tuesday, Jan. 21.| InForum
Rep. Greg Stemen, a Republican, offered an amendment to the Department of Corrections and Rehabilitation budget asking for $5 million for the project.| InForum
Aimee Copas, head of the North Dakota Council of Educational Leaders and chair of the District 30 Republicans, said she and her husband were only kissing and denied engaging in any sexual activity.| InForum
The DOJ label contradicts Gov. Tim Walz’s testimony in June before Congress that the state does not have a law interrupting federal immigration enforcement.| InForum
“You, Police Chief Zibolski, came across smug and arrogant and condescending to those reporters asking questions that residents have been asking all weekend," Commissioner Michelle Turnberg said.| InForum
Annexation of 330 acres into northwest Rochester is making way for plans to build 900 to 960 homes in the Pebble Creek development.| Rochester Post Bulletin
As public hearing nears, potential tweaks are being considered to allow retail operations to open earlier after receiving state licenses.| Rochester Post Bulletin
Microbusinesses are first of 14 retail operations expected to register under county guidelines.| Rochester Post Bulletin
Rochester's city-owned utility plans survey to measure community interest in adjusting goal adopted in 2019.| Rochester Post Bulletin
Sen. Carla Nelson, a Senate Taxes Committee member when the sales tax extension was approved, said it's important residents understand that funds cannot be shifted to the other projects.| Rochester Post Bulletin
The announcement from Sen. Ron Latz follows a split decision that guns without serial numbers are legal in the state.| Rochester Post Bulletin
Justin Eichorn’s defense argued Wednesday that his status as a former state senator is leading him to be unfairly prosecuted, and asks for federal charges to be dropped.| Rochester Post Bulletin
The DOJ label contradicts Gov. Tim Walz’s testimony in June before Congress that the state does not have a law interrupting federal immigration enforcement.| Rochester Post Bulletin
Leaders considered job descriptions and wages as the city prepares to take over management of the attractions.| Superior Telegram
Questions about enforceability and preempting state law prompt Public Safety Committee to take no action to raise legal age for tobacco and vaping sales and possession.| Superior Telegram
The Superior School Board also heard a state budget update that estimates an 8% local property tax increase.| Superior Telegram
Americans generally support the concept of making the government more efficient and more limited in scope.| Gallup.com
As partisan-fueled court battles over state voting laws shape the 2016 political landscape and beyond, four in five Americans support both early voting and voter ID laws. A smaller majority of 63% support automatic voter registration.| Gallup.com
Stocks typically rise after a presidential election, but investors need to be prepared for some short-term choppiness first, history shows.| CNBC
Americans' views on abortion remain steady, with most wanting abortion legal with some restrictions. More say they will only vote for like-minded candidates.| Gallup.com
Tech department’s former director general for digital technologies and telecoms Emran Mian moves into the hotseat vacated by the departure of Sarah Munby, who has led DSIT since its creation Emran Mian has been appointed as the new permanent secretary at the Department for Science, Innovation| PublicTechnology
Friday's service at the Capitol will be followed by a private funeral on Saturday.| Wadena Pioneer Journal
Preliminary and detention hearing for Boelter pushed to July 3 after he told the judge Friday that he’s ‘not suicidal’ but hasn’t slept in two weeks.| Wadena Pioneer Journal
Starting Tuesday, July 1, a series of changes in Minnesota law will take effect, including provisions allowing motorcycle lanes to split and filter and protections for child influencers.| Wadena Pioneer Journal
Mayor Paul TenHaken's five-year capital budget released Friday includes $11 million for the Sioux Falls Baseball Stadium but the budget lines are more aspiration than reality.| Sioux Falls Live
From fields of grass to fields of dreams: First $50 million project would provide indoor space for basketball, volleyball, baseball, softball, track and sports performance.| South Dakota News Watch
News Watch and USD's Chiesman Center for Democracy polled 500 South Dakotans on the gubernatorial election, Kristi Noem, Donald Trump and more.| South Dakota News Watch
Norwegian American Historical Association lost $300,000 history grant but will try to forge ahead with project.| South Dakota News Watch
A developing list on the effects of federal job cuts, program reductions and hiring freezes in the state.| South Dakota News Watch
