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Future of Minot PD, Potential Facilities, and Crime with Interim-Chief Dale Plessas

By Jonathan Starr on March 31, 2025

In this episode of Minot Matters, host Jonathan Starr sits down with Interim Police Chief Dale Plessas for an in-depth conversation about the future of the Minot Police Department. From addressing current crime trends to exploring plans for updated facilities and department needs, Chief Plessas offers a candid look at the challenges and opportunities facing […]

US Supreme Court hears arguments over where environmental challenges should be heard

By The Dakotan on March 31, 2025

By: Alex Brown U.S. Supreme Court justices heard oral arguments last week in a case that could allow states to challenge federal environmental rules in more favorable courts. The case could determine whether certain U.S. Environmental Protection Agency regulations are reviewed in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit — which […]

Minot Mayor Under Investigation: What Comes Next?

By Jonathan Starr on March 31, 2025

Minot - Mayor Tom Ross had an internal complaint filed against him January 28 and, subsequently, came under investigation. According to state law, the city has 75 days until the details of the complaint and ensuing investigation have to be made available to the public. The internal investigation is expected to conclude in April, and […]

Health agencies scramble as North Dakota loses federal grants

By The Dakotan on March 31, 2025

Some North Dakota health agencies are trying to adjust to the sudden loss of federal funding. The North Dakota Department of Health and Human Services learned last week it lost about $3.2 million in federal funding for substance-use treatment and mental health programs after block grants were rescinded by a federal agency. In an evening […]

Daily Brief March 31, 2025

By The Dakotan on March 31, 2025

Minot Mayor Under Investigation: What Comes Next? View the Full Article here As of March 31, 2025, the investigation into Mayor Ross remains ongoing, with the final report expected to be completed and made available to the public after necessary reviews and potential redactions. The Minot City Council continues to address city matters, including discussions […]

Thomas Moodie, North Dakota's Shortest Tenured Governor-Collom's Column

By K.L. Collom on March 29, 2025

Alright, here is a fun one today, a little dive into North Dakota's shortest tenured governor, Thomas Hilliard Moodie. North Dakota’s nineteenth governor, he holds a unique place in the state's political history both for his tenure length as well as being the third of 4 governors in a matter of just 7 months. Born […]

States try to rein in health insurers’ claim denials, with mixed results

By The Dakotan on March 29, 2025

By: Shalina Chatlani Health insurance companies are under increasing scrutiny for allegedly using artificial intelligence bots and algorithms to swiftly deny patients routine or lifesaving care — without a human actually reviewing their claims. The high-profile killing late last year of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson has focused even more attention on so-called prior authorization, the process by which […]

North Dakota House votes against revising rules on charitable gambling eligibility

By The Dakotan on March 29, 2025

By: Michael Achterling (North Dakota Monitor) The North Dakota House voted overwhelmingly against a bill that would have changed which organizations could conduct charitable gambling. The bill failed in the House on a 87-4 vote. Senate Bill 2035 would have changed the definition of public spirited organizations and removed adult amateur athletic and tourism organizations from being able […]

Federal judge dismisses Standing Rock’s latest lawsuit over Dakota Access Pipeline

By The Dakotan on March 28, 2025

By: Mary Steurer (North Dakota Monitor) A federal judge dismissed the Standing Rock Sioux Tribe’s lawsuit against the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers seeking to shutter the Dakota Access Pipeline, finding that the tribe must wait until the Army Corps finishes a key environmental study to bring another legal challenge against the agency. “No matter […]

More Than 300 Student Visas Revoked As Trump Cracks Down On Foreign Terrorist Supporters

By The Dakotan on March 28, 2025

Jaryn Crouson (Daily Caller News Foundation) More than 300 student visas have been revoked as the Trump administration works to crack down on student protesters who express support for Hamas and other terrorist organizations. Secretary of State Marco Rubio said at a press conference Thursday that the administration is revoking visas from “lunatics” “every day” […]

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