South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem on Sunday said that former President Donald Trump should pick a running mate who “will help him win,” and indicated that she has not been formally vetted for the position. “I haven’t received any paperwork. No, I haven’t,” Noem told NBC’s “Meet the Press,” adding: “I’ve had conversations with the […]
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South Dakota motorists asked not to travel in southeastern SD due to flooding
Some state highways in southeastern South Dakota are being closed due to widespread flooding, and with heavy rains expected to return Friday evening, the state is asking motorists to avoid travel in the area if at all possible. Canton residents help pile sand bags near a home as water from Christmas Lake in Canton rises […]
North Dakota Department of Environmental Quality advises people to look out for blue-green algae
Jun. 17—BISMARCK — Summer weather may lead to blue-green algae blooms in water, which can be harmful to people, the North Dakota Department of Environmental Quality has warned. The algae, called cyanobacteria, is caused by a mixture of hot weather and accumulated nutrients in bodies of water. The algae can create harmful algal blooms, the […]
With nominees in place, North Dakota Dems, GOP set sights on November
Jun. 12—GRAND FORKS — The day after a primary election narrowed the field for key statewide races in North Dakota, the heads of both major political parties have set their figurative gaze toward November’s general election. And the state’s Republicans in particular are now throwing their weight behind a candidate who failed to get the […]
North Dakota voters just approved an age limit for congressional candidates. What’s next?
BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) — People in their late 70s or older can no longer run for Congress in North Dakota under a ballot measure overwhelmingly approved by voters Tuesday, and legal scholars said the law could remain on the books indefinitely because no elderly candidate might challenge the restriction they deem likely unconstitutional. Those experts […]
North Dakota voters want to ban lawmakers from serving in Congress past age 81
Voters in North Dakota overwhelmingly approved a ballot measure setting an age limit for politicians running for U.S. Congress, amid a broader national debate over aging politicians, including the two oldest major-party presidential nominees in history. The measure, which amends the state constitution, bars anyone from running or being appointed to a congressional seat if […]
Eastern South Dakota under slight risk for severe weather Wednesday afternoon, NWS says
Severe weather could be on the horizon Wednesday for parts of eastern South Dakota. National Weather Service projects scattered showers and thunderstorms are expected to develop over central and eastern South Dakota through mid-day, with a slight risk of severe weather developing in the afternoon. NWS’ latest weather briefing shows the chances for severe weather […]
North Dakota voters approve age limit for Congress
Voters participate in the primary election on June 11, 2024, at the Bismarck Event Center. (Kyle Martin/For the North Dakota Monitor) North Dakota voters approved a ballot measure Tuesday that would limit the age of members of Congress, though it’s likely to face a court challenge. About 61% of voters supported the measure while 39% […]
Trump-backed Rep. Kelly Armstrong wins GOP primary for North Dakota governor over Doug Burgum’s pick
Rep. Kelly Armstrong of North Dakota, who was backed by former President Donald Trump, won his state’s Republican nomination for governor, defeating Lt. Gov. Tammy Miller, The Associated Press projects. Gov. Doug Burgum, who decided against seeking a third term and has emerged as a potential running mate for Trump, had supported Miller as his […]
Governorship and House seat on the ballot in conservative North Dakota, where GOP primaries are key
BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) — Voters are settling a rambunctious Republican primary contest Tuesday for North Dakota’s only U.S. House seat and a competitive race for governor, with each winner putting themselves in a commanding position for the November general election. Also on the ballot is a high-profile initiative that would bar people from running or […]