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ND Republican Leaders Questioning Governor’s Vetoes

Some have requested an attorney general's opinion

May 18, 2017

TJ Nelson,

BISMARCK, ND — North Dakota Republican leaders want to know if Gov. Burgum exceeded his authority on some vetoes he issued. House Majority Leader Al Carlson and his Senate counterpart, Rich Wardner, have requested an attorney general’s opinion. The state Constitution gives the governor “line-item” veto authority on spending measures. The leaders question whether the governor can veto a…

Spirit Lake Casino Considering Alcohol Sales

A council vote scheduled Tuesday was postponed to provide time for additional review

May 18, 2017

TJ Nelson,

ST. MICHAEL, ND — The Spirit Lake Casino might soon be offering spirits. The Spirit Lake Tribal Council is considering allowing alcohol sales at the Sioux tribe’s casino, south of Devils Lake. Alcohol has been banned on the reservation for decades. But tribal leaders are considering allowing the casino to serve alcohol on the gambling floor and during events…

Rep. Cramer Concerned About Intelligence Leaks at the White House

Congressman Kevin Cramer is weighing in on the latest President Trump controversy

May 18, 2017

TJ Nelson,

WASHINGTON, D.C. — North Dakota Republican Congressman Kevin Cramer is weighing in on the latest President Trump controversy. He says he’s concerned about intelligence leaks and a lack of communication discipline coming out of the White House. “Regardless of whether it’s contrived, fake news, some truth, somewhere in the middle, whatever the case may be, it is becoming a distraction…

Former FOX News Executive Roger Ailes Dies

His widow, Elizabeth Ailes, confirmed the news in a statement.

May 18, 2017

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Roger Ailes, who built Fox News into a cable powerhouse before leaving the company last year, died at the age of 77. The Ohio-born television pioneer was a confidante of presidents and a acknowledged master of communications. He resigned from Fox in July amid charges of sexual harrassment. His widow, Elizabeth Ailes, confirmed the news in a statement. “I am…

Fargo-Moorhead in Potential Worker Shortage?

A potential worker shortage could be harming our area's service industry

May 17, 2017

Site Staff,

RED RIVER VALLEY — Fargo-Moorhead is hiring, but who’s applying? A potential worker shortage could be harming our area’s service industry. Welcome to Fargo-Moorhead: Home to “now hiring” signs as far as the eye can see. It’s almost as if they never go away. This proves to be a problem for employers trying to fill service industry positions. “It’s a…

Minnesota House Passes Real ID Bill, Senate to Consider it Next

The bill will allow anyone with a Minnesota ID or driver's license to pass through airport security

May 17, 2017

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ST. PAUL, Minn. — Minnesota lawmakers have reached a deal on bringing the state’s driver’s licenses and ID cards up to federal security standards. The House overwhelmingly passed the bill and now it heads to the Senate. The bill will allow anyone with a Minnesota ID or driver’s license to pass through airport security. Congress put a deadline for…

Tribes Prepare Declaration to Stop Construction on Keystone XL Pipeline

The tribes' declaration points out environmental concerns for the proposed $8 billion pipeline

May 17, 2017

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CALGARY, Alberta — American Indian tribes in both the United States and Canada are signing a declaration against construction of the Keystone XL pipeline. The Blackfoot Confederacy, the Great Sioux Nation and Ponca tribes are planning a ceremony in Calgary, Alberta, where the pipeline developer, TransCanada is located. The tribes’ declaration points out environmental concerns for the proposed $8…

American Crystal Sugar Employees Preparing to Vote on New Contract

The contract includes three percent annual increases and nearly three percent hike in the last year of the contract

May 17, 2017

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RED RIVER VALLEY — American Crystal Sugar employees are preparing to vote on a new five year labor contract that will cover 1,300 employees in Moorhead, East Grand Forks, Crookston and other areas. Company officials met with the union at least eight times and are offering base pay increases and a one-time incentive offer pertaining to a signing bonus…

North Dakota Students Face Tuition Increases

Students at NDSU's Pharmacy school will see a rise of five percent

May 16, 2017

Site Staff,

NORTH DAKOTA — Some students in North Dakota will see a rise in college tuition. Undergraduates at the 11 state college campuses can expect to pay four percent more. Tuition at the UND Law School is going up by nine percent. Students at NDSU’s Pharmacy school will see a rise of five percent. The chair of the State Board…

Devils Lake City Commission Approves Buyouts of Police Chief and Captain

The commission suspended the officers on April 3rd after an internal investigation

May 16, 2017

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DEVILS LAKE, ND — The Devils Lake City Commission unanimously approved contract buyouts of their police chief and captain. Chief Keith Schroeder and Captain Jon Barnett will remain on leave with pay but Schroeder will be done at the end of July and Barnett will be finished at the end of June. The commission suspended the officers on April 3rd…