North Dakota
Coverage of North Dakota in the Nexus archive.
- North Dakota leaders talk Trump & Teddy Roosevelt over bison burgers
North Dakota leaders discussed Trump and Teddy Roosevelt during a meeting involving bison burgers. The event highlighted a conversation between state officials and references to two prominent political figures.
- FOX21 Meteorologist Robert Hahn retires after 20 years
FOX21 News Storm Team Meteorologist Robert Hahn is retiring after 20 years, ending his career on July 3. He previously worked as a meteorologist and reporter in Wyoming, Georgia, Florida, North Dakota, and Missouri.
- Donald Trump Celebrates America’s Two-Hundred-and-Fiftieth Birthday
Donald Trump celebrated the 250th anniversary of the United States at the Great American State Fair in Washington, D.C. and the opening of the Theodore Roosevelt Library in North Dakota. He positioned himself as the rightful heir to American greatness.
- Trump says he plans long July 4 speech in 100+ degree heat ‘just to show I can do anything’
President Donald Trump announced plans to deliver a long speech on the Fourth of July in Washington, D.C., despite extreme heat warnings. He stated temperatures will reach 107 degrees, and the National Weather Service issued an Extreme Heat Warning for the area with a forecast high of 103 degrees.
- The Latest: Ex-CIA Director seeks court order requiring records from investigations be preserved
Former CIA Director John Brennan sued the Trump administration to preserve records from investigations he claims target him for 'phantom criminal conduct.' Meanwhile, Trump visited North Dakota's Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library and Republicans intensified attacks on Democrats as communists ahead of midterms. The Trump administration is also advancing a $46 billion 'smart wall' project at the US-Mexico border.
- Trump says record boats leaving Hormuz, calls communism ‘biggest threat’
US President Donald Trump discussed record boats leaving Hormuz and labeled communism as the biggest threat. He arrived in North Dakota aboard a train for the Roosevelt Presidential Library dedication.
- Trump sees bond with ‘great he-man’ Theodore Roosevelt at lavish library opening
President Donald Trump attended the opening of a $450m library and museum honoring Theodore Roosevelt in Medora, North Dakota. The event included a train ride and a hologram of the 26th president. The gathering was described as a 250th anniversary spectacle in a remote area known for wildlife.
- Trump Finds His Presidential Alter Ego, the ‘He-Man’ Teddy Roosevelt
President Trump arrived on a train at the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library in North Dakota. The article references a comparison between Trump and former President Theodore Roosevelt.
- Trump talks to AI Teddy Roosevelt during presidential library visit
President Trump interacted with an artificial intelligence version of Theodore Roosevelt during a visit to the new Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library in North Dakota. The AI version of Roosevelt made a statement about facing challenges and prioritizing the nation.
- Trump honors ‘freakin’ wild life’ of Teddy Roosevelt, interacts with AI-powered ex-prez in North Dakota visit
President Trump honored Theodore Roosevelt as a 'great man' during a ribbon-cutting ceremony for his new presidential library in the Dakota Badlands. Trump interacted with an artificial intelligence-powered hologram of Roosevelt during the event in North Dakota.
- Trump delivers remarks at opening of Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library
President Donald Trump delivers remarks at the opening ceremony of the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library in North Dakota.
- Retrofitted Qatari jet takes flight as Air Force One for Trump’s trip to North Dakota
President Donald Trump is flying on a retrofitted Boeing 747 gifted by Qatar, customized with luxury features and his preferred color scheme. The jet is being used for a trip to North Dakota to visit the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library and will temporarily serve as Air Force One until new planes arrive in 2028.
- Retrofitted Qatari jet takes flight as Air Force One for Trump’s trip to North Dakota
President Donald Trump is taking his first trip on a retrofitted Qatari jet serving as Air Force One for a flight to North Dakota. The aircraft has been modified for presidential use.
- Trump to visit newly built Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library in North Dakota’s Badlands
President Donald Trump will visit the newly built Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library in North Dakota’s Badlands before its official July 4 opening. The $450 million facility, led by Interior Secretary Doug Burgum, is part of Independence Day celebrations and highlights Roosevelt’s conservation legacy. Trump will be the library’s first official visitor and will attend events organized by his nonpartisan group Freedom250.
- Trump to visit newly built Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library in North Dakota’s Badlands
President Donald Trump will visit the newly built Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library in North Dakota’s Badlands on Wednesday.
- Trump to visit newly built Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library in North Dakota's Badlands
President Donald Trump will visit the newly built Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library in North Dakota's Badlands, a $450 million project led by Interior Secretary Doug Burgum. The library opens on July 4 as part of the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. Trump will also attend Independence Day fireworks at Mount Rushmore and speak at an event organized by his group Freedom250.
- Trump to visit newly built Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library in North Dakota's Badlands
President Donald Trump will visit the newly built Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library in North Dakota's Badlands, which opens on July 4. The $450 million project was championed by Interior Secretary Doug Burgum, and Trump will be the library’s first official visitor. The visit is part of Independence Day celebrations organized by Trump’s nonpartisan group Freedom250.
- President Trump to join dedication for new Roosevelt Library
President Donald Trump will attend the dedication of the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library in North Dakota, celebrating Roosevelt's conservation legacy. The library opens July 4 in Medora, near Theodore Roosevelt National Park, and highlights Roosevelt's contributions to public land preservation.
- President Trump to join dedication for new Roosevelt Library
President Donald Trump will attend the dedication of the Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library in North Dakota, celebrating Roosevelt's conservation legacy. The library opens July 4 near Theodore Roosevelt National Park, highlighting his efforts to protect public lands and establish national parks.
- Trump to make first flight on Qatar-gifted jet this week
US President Donald Trump will make his first flight on a new Air Force One jet gifted by Qatar later this week. The plane, a modified Boeing 747 previously used by Qatar's head of state, will take him to North Dakota for a 250th anniversary event of US independence.
- Western, Southeastern states see economic bumps in first quarter
Western and Southeastern states experienced significant GDP growth in the first quarter of 2025, with Washington state rising 4.5% due to an AI boom. North and South Dakota saw large personal income increases from higher oil prices but minimal economic output growth after inflation adjustments. Hawaii faced a 23.9% income decline due to tourism and federal job cuts.
- Week Ahead in Washington: June 28
The Supreme Court has seven pending cases, including a major ruling on birthright citizenship in Trump v. Barbara, as justices prepare to end their term by July 1. President Donald Trump will travel to North Dakota for the dedication of the Theodore Roosevelt Library and later visit Mount Rushmore before returning to Washington, D.C., for the nation’s 250th birthday celebrations, which include a fireworks display on the National Mall.
- Week Ahead in Washington: June 28
The Supreme Court has seven pending cases, including a major birthright citizenship ruling, with decisions due by July 1. President Donald Trump is scheduled to attend events in North Dakota and Mount Rushmore, followed by Independence Day celebrations in Washington, D.C.
- Pennsylvania’s fossil fuel tax Revenue lags far behind other energy states, report says
A report by the Institute for Energy Economics and Financial Analysis claims Pennsylvania’s fossil fuel industry is taxed too lightly compared to states like Texas and North Dakota, failing to address the state’s budget deficits. The Marcellus Shale Coalition counters that the natural gas industry has created jobs, low-cost energy, and economic benefits despite declining production.
- Western, Southeastern states see economic bumps in first quarter
Western and Southeastern states experienced significant GDP growth in Q1 2025, driven by Washington's AI industry boom and increases in California, North Carolina, and South Carolina. North and South Dakota saw sharp personal income rises due to higher oil prices, but their economic output stagnated or declined after inflation adjustments. Hawaii faced a 23.9% income drop linked to tourism and federal job cuts.
- Millions of honeybees escape into Texas neighborhood after semitrailer crash
Millions of honeybees escaped into a rural Texas neighborhood after a semitrailer carrying 400 hives tipped over, prompting road closures and a community effort to rescue the bees. Local beekeepers estimated only about a quarter of the hives will survive, with the crash likely causing significant financial loss for the hive owner.
- How North Dakota could overtake Texas and Florida as the most tax-friendly state
North Dakota has become one of the most tax-friendly states due to tax cuts, strong finances, and oil revenue, allowing it to maintain low tax burdens while attracting residents and businesses. The state contrasts with high-tax blue states like California and New York, which rely on income taxes, while North Dakota benefits from energy wealth.
- B-52 bomber crashes after takeoff at US military base in Southern California
A B-52 bomber crashed shortly after takeoff at Edwards Air Force Base in California’s Mojave Desert around 11:20 a.m. on Monday. Emergency crews responded to the incident, but no immediate information was provided on whether anyone was hurt. The Boeing B-52 Stratofortress, a long-range bomber, has been used in conflicts including the Vietnam War and recent Middle East operations. The crash follows a 2023 incident where a regional airliner evaded a B-52 in North Dakota.
- B-52 Stratofortress crashes after takeoff at Edwards Air Force base in California
A B-52 Stratofortress crashed shortly after takeoff at Edwards Air Force Base in California’s Mojave Desert. Emergency crews responded to the incident around 11:20 a.m., but there was no immediate information on injuries. The crash follows a 2023 incident in North Dakota where a regional airliner pilot avoided a potential collision with a B-52.
- NTSB says fiery 2024 North Dakota derailment proves the need to replace flawed tank cars
The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) concluded that a 2024 North Dakota derailment, caused by a collapsed culvert, highlighted the risks of flawed DOT-111 tank cars, which ruptured and spilled flammable methanol and anhydrous ammonia. The NTSB reiterated its longstanding call to replace these tank cars, citing past disasters like the 2023 East Palestine and 2013 Lac-Mégantic derailments, and noted that Congress mandated phasing out DOT-111 cars for flammable liquids by 2029.
- NTSB says fiery 2024 North Dakota derailment proves the need to replace flawed tank cars
A 2024 fiery derailment in North Dakota highlighted the National Transportation Safety Board's long-standing call to replace tank cars prone to rupturing in crashes. The incident reinforced the NTSB's argument for industry action to address flawed rail tank car designs.
- NTSB says fiery 2024 North Dakota derailment proves the need to replace flawed tank cars
The NTSB stated that a fiery derailment in North Dakota two years ago highlighted the need to replace flawed tank cars that rupture during crashes. The NTSB has been urging the rail industry for decades to address this issue.
- Takeaways from Tuesday’s primaries and the midterm landscape
Voters in Maine, South Carolina, Nevada, and North Dakota participated in Tuesday's primaries. The main event was in Maine where Senate candidate Graham Platner faced past scandals, while results for governor and congressional races are emerging in other states.
- Democrats rally round Platner in Maine while Trump reaffirms grip on GOP after primary elections
Primary elections in Maine, Nevada, North Dakota, and South Carolina showed Democrats rallying around Graham Platner after his victory in Maine, while Donald Trump reinforced his influence within the GOP by aiding the defeat of a candidate advocating for the release of Jeffrey Epstein files. The results provided mixed signals about the direction of both parties ahead of November’s midterms.
- Democrats rally round Platner in Maine while Trump reaffirms grip on GOP after primary elections
Primary elections in Maine, Nevada, North Dakota, and South Carolina showed Graham Platner securing Democratic support after his victory in Maine, while Donald Trump maintained influence over the GOP. Results provided mixed signals about the direction of both parties ahead of November’s midterms.
- Photos of primary elections across four states
Voters in Maine, Nevada, South Carolina, and North Dakota participated in primary elections on Tuesday. The article features a photo gallery of these events curated by AP photo editors.
- Photos of primary elections across 4 states
Voters in Maine, Nevada, South Carolina, and North Dakota participated in primary elections. The article features a photo gallery of these events curated by AP photo editors.
- Questions about Graham Platner's past could impact Maine's U.S. Senate race
Graham Platner's past may influence Maine's U.S. Senate race as voters in multiple states head to the polls. The Democratic candidate in Maine admitted to a sexting scandal and faces allegations from several former girlfriends.
- US primaries 2026 live: Graham Platner vies to overcome scandals in Maine as four states hold elections
Polls are open in Maine, North Dakota, Nevada, and South Carolina for the 2026 US primaries. Graham Platner, a Senate candidate in Maine, faces scrutiny over past controversies, including a Nazi tattoo and allegations of abuse, despite support from some Democrats. Others, like Josh Gottheimer, urge him to withdraw from the race.
- Live results: North Dakota holds House primary election
Rep. Julie Fedorchak (R) is expected to advance in North Dakota's House primary election. Democrat Trygve Hammer, a teacher, faces no challengers and is the presumptive nominee. Polls close at 8 p.m. and 9 p.m. EDT.