David Kagan of the Diocese of Bismarck and Bishop John Folda of the Diocese of Fargo released statements regarding the selection of Cardinal Robert Prevost, who has taken the name Pope Leo XIV.

When North Dakota lawmakers adjourned the 2025 legislative session on Saturday, they breathed a sigh of relief after passing hundreds of bills culminating in a record $20.3 billion two-year budget.

With the 2025 legislative session in the rearview mirror, North Dakotans can expect to save money on property taxes and insulin. Lawmakers also honed in on criminal justice reform and K-12 issues.

North Dakota Farmers Union President Mark Watne announced he will not seek reelection to a 13th term as president at the organization’s annual meeting in December. Watne was first elected in November

North Dakota legislative session has come to an end after nearly four months. Lawmakers are leaving Bismarck after passing hundreds of new laws.

A Friday report from The Forum of Fargo-Moorhead says former state Sen. Ray Holmberg exchanged emails with Bruce Gjovig detailing portions of Holmberg’s sexual exploits.

BISMARCK, N.D. (Flag Family Media) -The North Dakota House Republican Caucus is searching for a new chairman. Representative Jeremy Olson resigned the position. The District 26 Republican, from Arnegard, tells Flag Family News that the resignation occurred due to a new position he will be starting after the end of the current legislative session.

Jeremy Olson confirmed with Your News Leader Tuesday night he is resigning as caucus chair, though it does not impact his position as state lawmaker.

JAMESTOWN — The Stutsman County Commission unanimously approved on Tuesday, May 6, a request for applications for the vacant seat on the board. The county commission is expected to make a decision on who will fill the vacant seat at its regular meeting on May 20.