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Housing and business among top topics during Grand Forks City Council candidate forum
Three wards are up for election during this year's primary in June, with two contested races for Ward 2 and Ward 4 and one uncontested race for Ward 6.
Local View: What flies in pro wrestling too often flies in politics
From the column: "Pro wrestling only rewrites its storylines, not everyone else’s history."
Central's Jacie Reardon embraces chaos of multi-sport spring, enters state among top throwers
Reardon is ranked top-three in the discus, shot put and javelin ahead of this week's state meet.
Fargo Theatre field trips are more than just entertainment for kids
Each year, Fargo's iconic theater brings history of the venue, the city and the entertainment industry to life for students.
A Grip on Sports: There are three main ingredients in our Tuesday column but they all might actually revolve around just one
A GRIP ON SPORTS • Alliteration is a big deal on Tuesdays. Mainly as a way to menu plan. It is Taco Tuesday after all. Which makes a Tuesday Trio the right number of column subjects today as well.
Illinois resident suspected of hantavirus infection tested negative for illness
The risk for hantavirus to spread in Illinois remains very low, state health officials emphasized.
Alex Palou wins pole for 2026 Indianapolis 500
Palou won the 2025 Indianapolis 500 and will lead the field to green this year.
Trailhead Cannabis dispensary is open for business
Trailhead Cannabis is a family-owned dispensary that opened in late April next to Highway 371 by Brainerd and is looking to break the stigma of cannabis use.
Does Rochester need a new entertainment venue?
A feasibility study is underway for a performing arts center, but what does Rochester already have and what does the city need?
How Munetaka Murakami is teeing up business for White Sox and Chicago companies
“As soon as we signed him we changed our thinking and moved our ticket sales targets up because we anticipated him bringing in more interest,” Sox chief revenue and marketing officer Brooks Boyer said.
West Ridge business accused of bilking millions from unsuspecting customers in nationwide scam
The Federal Trade Commission and the state of Illinois filed a lawsuit against Premium Home Service and founder Yosef Banath for violating consumer protection laws.
Mayor Johnson expands alternate response effort for mental health emergencies
For now, Mayor Brandon Johnson is using $5.2 million from the final chunk of federal stimulus funding delivered to Chicago during the pandemic to check another key item off his progressive to-do list.
Opportunities at SWCTE: health science students are filling the gap
Working with 36 local businesses, SWCTE's health science students are getting professional experience.
Chicago native Joe Musso hosting new post-round golf show at CBS Sports
In 2011, Musso interned at Comcast SportsNet — with David Kaplan's help — jumpstarting a career that now has him hosting "Scorecard."
Health Services Administration Student Inspired by Family Experience to Improve Patient Care
When Amaya Allen graduates in May with her Bachelor of Science in Public Health (B.S.P.H.) in Health Services Administration, she will carry with her a clear sense of commitment to improving healthcare systems. A native of Suffolk, Virginia, and graduate of Kings Fork High School, Amaya’s path to healthcare administration wasn’t planned. Her Old Dominion University studies began in a different health sciences program, but a life-changing experience shifted her focus.
Class of 2026: Data Science Student Ready to Support Small Businesses and Underserved Communities Through Cybersecurity and AI
By Kelsey Kendall For Makendra Crosby (B.S. ’24), data science and cybersecurity are not just about numbers and computers, they are about people. As she prepares to graduate with her master’s in data science and analytics with a concentration in artificial intelligence and machine learning, she is focused on using her skills to serve others and make technology more accessible.
AgriSafe Network Offers 'Total Farmer Health Tools' To Support Mental Well-Being
New resources and peer-to-peer support networks are available to help combat rising rates of anxiety and depression in rural America.
Regional business leaders share their perspectives on employee engagement
This month we asked: How does your organization keep employees engaged and part of the team?
Willie Horton-style tactics continue to poison politics
The faces change. The formula does not. Campaigns still take one terrible crime, attach it to a whole people, and tell voters mercy, due process,and fairness will get them killed.
City Council panel backs tax incentives for United Center entertainment district
A plan to provide nearly $55 million in tax rebates for the $7 billion project that’s meant to be “transformative” for the West Side sailed through the council’s economic development committee.
City Council panel backs tax incentives for United Center entertainment district
A plan to provide nearly $55 million in tax rebates for the $7 billion project that’s meant to be “transformative” for the West Side sailed through the council’s economic development committee.
Language Lessons: How LLMs Are Transforming Research
Stanford GSB faculty are using AI to analyze text at unprecedented speed and scale.
Thousands of Endeavor Health nurses look to unionize over pay cuts, staffing conditions
Nurses accuse Endeavor of staffing too few nurses, putting patients at risk. The mobilization effort would unionize nurses at four of Endeavor’s nine hospitals.
Thousands of Endeavor Health nurses look to unionize over pay cuts, staffing conditions
Nurses accuse Endeavor of staffing too few nurses, putting patients at risk. The mobilization effort would unionize nurses at four of Endeavor’s nine hospitals.
Giant slide at new Griffin Museum of Science and Industry exhibit set to be a scene stealer
The new permanent exhibit titled 'Powering the Future' features a 28-foot-high slide and opens May 8.
Chahinkapa Zoo partners with colleges to enhance science education
Some of my favorite educational partners throughout the year are schools. Today, I write about our secondary education partners — colleges and universities. Science curriculums across the tri-state area vary in courses and focus. I am proud that Chahinkapa Zoo has been an associate to many.
Grand Forks Public Health advises against using kratom products without medical oversight
Kratom is a plant, native to Southeast Asia, that is used in products that people ingest to self-treat pain, anxiety, depression and opioid withdrawal. The products are not FDA approved.
What's wrong with buying Chicago concert and sports tickets? Here's what you told us
Added fees and secondary market prices are keeping many people away from pricey events. For some of them, that's the only solution.
Gov. Pritzker pausing public duties after 'routine' health procedure
The governor's office on Friday disclosed that Pritzker will fulfill his regular duties next week but "pause public events while resting."
Miller: UND in unique position with sports offerings
As UND searches for ways to pay three expensive sports in today's NCAA, tennis was low-hanging fruit
Plain Talk: 'I don't bring my politics to work, and I would not bring them to the Supreme Court'
On this Plain Talk, North Dakota Supreme Court candidate Ariston Johnson takes questions about his candidacy with former Gov. Ed Schafer serving as guest co-host.
Using Data Science to Get Food and Volunteers Where They’re Needed Most
Researchers helped VolunteerMatch and Feeding America improve the algorithms behind their work.
Anne Frank exhibit at the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry opens the door to her secret annex
The full-scale recreation of the Frank family’s hideout during World War II in Amsterdam is the stunning centerpiece of a new exhibition opening Friday.
UChicago students propose solutions to city's sports stadium conundrum
The annual Harris Policy Innovation Challenge, launched in 2023, pushes students to find solutions to some of Chicago’s most pressing public policy issues.
Illinois business owners navigate murky waters of tariff refunds
A Chicago-area company forced the Trump administration to undo much of its tariff policy. Now that toy company and others want their money back.
Fox 32 promotes Cassie Carlson to lead sports anchor, replacing Lou Canellis
Carlson becomes the second woman to hold that title in Chicago TV history. She’ll oversee the sports department and continue leading its Bears coverage and hosting “Chicago Sports Tonight.”
Federal appeals court upholds conviction of ex-Illinois House Speaker Michael Madigan
The news from the 7th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals comes less than three weeks after oral argument and will likely prompt a bid by Madigan to the U.S. Supreme Court.
The Moth Mainstage returns to The Fargo Theatre
The popular storytelling show was last here in 2024.
Dakota State University student creates software for direct-to-consumer beef business
Austin Kaiser, a senior at Dakota State University, has spend several months creating an inventory management software to help Hadrick Ranch keep a detailed inventory and market their beef products.
Philip Zinckernagel and Hugo Cuypers lead Fire in rout of Sporting K.C.
Fire score all five of their goals in the second half
Officers reportedly injured in shooting at Swedish Hospital in Lincoln Square
Police were en route to what may be an active shooter situation.
Health care worker numbers rising in North Dakota
Doctors, physician's assistants and other categories have seen increases. Demand remains high, however.
Port: Is North Dakota still open for business?
Even generally popular projects can be waylaid by opposition from gadflies who sow discord into the fertile soil of our national mood of distrust.
A Grip on Sports: The draft shows the Seahawks are happy with their yard and feel just a few tweaks are needed to allow it to bloom all season
A GRIP ON SPORTS • Happy Saturday to all who celebrate. Hopefully, your well-thought plans will come to fruition. Even if they include digging a hole and planting a fruit tree or two. Funny how working for the man five days a week doesn’t stop us from working for ourself one or two times on the weekend.
Chicagoans grapple with higher health insurance premiums
Health insurance premiums for Affordable Care Act plans have gone up about 25%, according to Illinois officials.
Choice lifestyle: Family business flourishes in tough love for backcountry skiing
Grace Yancey might someday write a book about her childhood winters – the igloo playhouse, a breezy three-sided latrine and visitors from around the world at her Little House in the Purcells.
Insurance loss puts child care center out of business
Lakeside Early Learning in Duluth will continue to offer child care through June 4 as staffing and ratios allow.
Beltrami County 4-H'er selected for statewide Animal Science Ambassador Team
Miley is one of 19 youth leaders chosen from across the state to serve on this statewide group dedicated to advancing 4-H animal science programs and engagement.
Chef Zubair Mohajir is having fun going into business with friends
At seven restaurants and counting, the chef’s latest ventures include Mariela in the Loop and Muhājir and Bobo, both in Lincoln Park, this year.
Letter: It's not politics, it's the Gospel
"Funny how (Sen.) Cramer thinks it's OK to twist Biblical passages to defend his political cruelty, but not for the Pope to speak out on the very thing all ministers of the Gospel are called to proclaim – advocacy for the least of these and the message of peace, love, grace and acceptance that’s the core of who God is and what preachers are ordained to preach," writes Rev. Paula V. Mehmel.
Seton Hall Students Gain Insight at Sports Medicine Conference
Seton Hall B.S. in Interprofessional Health Sciences students gained insight into career pathways, networked with professionals and connected classroom learning to practice.
Jan-Werner Müller awarded University professorship, reflects on democracy and academic freedom
Jan-Werner Müller, scholar of democratic theory and the history of political thought, was named Class of 1943 University Professor of Politics. He sat down with the ‘Prince’ to discuss his research, teaching, the role of political theory, and concerns about student engagement and academic freedom on campus.
Why Bill Moos is fed up with major college sports
Bill Moos, former player, coach and athletic director of some of the country’s past and present powerhouses, has seen the future of college athletics and is glad he retired to 63 acres near Spokane.
The Dirt: Frontier Behavioral Health planning new Spokane location
The longstanding location of Spokane Roofing Company will soon become a Frontier Behavioral Health location, according to a construction permit application submitted to the city of Spokane.
Black doulas work to bridge health disparities for Black mothers
Saturday marked Global Black Doula Day and the start of Black Maternal Health Week. Pregnant and postpartum parents gathered on the West Side for a community baby shower.
Local View: Parable of three donors illustrates money in politics
From the column: "If the candidate takes the cash, it will be commingled into one larger snowball of contributions to make larger buys with diminishing marginal returns in voters per dollar."
Pool at Altru Sports Complex will also house UND diving facility to simulate low gravity
The neutral buoyancy facility will be built under the floor of the pool's deep end and used for experiments, research and training in the space studies program.
OPINION: Gen Z’s political frustrations are causing an analog counterculture
Gen Z’s frustrations with political polarization and life in the digital world have led to a new counterculture. In seeking to divert from the mainstream, they have popularized rock music, tangible media, and analog systems. This pattern is as old as time, though its most unique aspect is the technological regression in the effort to be more present.
Regional business leaders share their perspectives on business advice
This month, we asked: What's the best business advice you've received and why?
Watch out for college sports 'reforms' that shortchange student-athletes
If the system is constrained for those whose labor actually generates the revenue, that is not reform — it is codified inequality.
Looking for sports to watch for free? Here's a FAST way to do it
FAST stands for free ad-supported streaming television. Granted, FAST channels don’t carry the biggest games, but in a world where watching sports only gets more expensive, I refer you back to the word FREE.
UND ready to turn to business in Las Vegas
The Fighting Hawks traveled to Vegas on Tuesday afternoon ahead of the NCAA Frozen Four.
A Grip on Sports: A Hall of Fame weekend has unfolded in Spokane, though neither NCAA men's semifinal games reached that level
A GRIP ON SPORTS • Where were we? Oh, yes. Celebrating an incredible spring weekend with the thought basketball rocks. And “Roundball Rocks” as the soundtrack.
Democrats eye 2028 for bigger health care push
WASHINGTON – As Democrats vie to take control of Congress in the midterms this fall, their main message on health care policy is fairly straightforward: undo Republicans’ Medicaid cuts and restore the health care subsidies that lapsed at the end of last year.
Commentary: When stars’ plastic surgery is played for your entertainment
Often when I’m scrolling through Instagram, hypnotized by the stream of videos, an actress’ face will cut through the noise. This isn’t a typical clip from a press junket or red carpet. Instead, it will feature side-by-side images of the star, one younger and one more recent. Then a content creator – perhaps a doctor or an aesthetician, sometimes wearing scrubs – will walk me through what cosmetic procedures they think the actress has had. (It’s much rarer that men get this kind of analysis.)
Bears’ Caleb Williams: ‘Iceman’ trademark application is to protect my business interests
He applied for a trademark last month.
A look inside the digital backbone of business
AI and data systems are transforming the modern Midwestern workplace
Palumbo family business secrets revealed in settlement agreement with IDOT
It turns out there were more connections than previously known between Sebastian "Sam" Palumbo, his construction firms and a road-building group overseen by relatives known as Builders Companies. But the firms insist those ties didn't violate Palumbo's agreement not to participate in state or federal contracts following a 1999 guilty plea in a racketeering case.
Kat Abughazaleh expands political network, keeps campaign office open as mutual aid hub after primary loss
On Thursday, Abughazaleh announced in a video that she will help campaigns "integrate mutual aid and direct action into their races," and she plans to help races across the country, "especially in the Midwest."
Good Sports Award Presented to Seven Individuals from Prince William County
Good Sports Award Presented to Seven Individuals from Prince William County
After their best season in 20-plus years, Century's Science Olympiad team is building for the future
This season, the school’s Science Olympiad team ranked second at the state tournament.
Dignity across the divide: Braver Angels ambassador calls for love in politics at IU event
John Wood Jr. discussed political polarization ahead of the U.S. semiquincentennial.
SBA offering low-interest loans to residents, businesses impacted by last year's severe storms
Residents and businesses in six counties, including Cook, can apply for federal disaster loans if their properties were damaged by storms in August 2025.
National Science Foundation provides $45 million more for ag innovation effort
The NSF AgTech Engine in North Dakota was one of 10 "regional innovation engines" created by $15 million National Science Foundation grants, paid over two years, in January 2024.
Nurses are an afterthought in health care debate, and that's deadly
As hospitals consolidate and executive pay rises, nurses and other frontline employees continue to get squeezed. Such pressures stretch patient safety.
Basketball tournament makes space for trans athletes amid international sports bans
The court, split into competitive and recreational sides, pitted players of all genders against each other for 15-minute matchups less than a week after transgender female athletes were banned from women’s events at the Olympics after the International Olympic Committee agreed to a new eligibility policy.
Center for Politics hosts former Attorney General Jason Miyares
During the event, Miyares reflected on the state of American democracy, warning about rising political polarization while urging attendees to take an active role in sustaining civic institutions ahead of the nation’s 250th anniversary.
A Grip on Sports: As we prep for a weekend full of college hoops and searching for the next M's game, we had to take a little time to look back at a disappointing Opening Day
A GRIP ON SPORTS • Why do the Mariners do this to us so often?
Javier Bosch-Lluis
Javier Bosch-Lluis earned his B.Sc. and M.S. degrees in Telecommunications Engineering from the Universitat Politècnica de Catalunya (UPC), where he also
On Opening Day, some Cubs fans lean into sports betting boom while others remain wary
Sports betting has exploded in Illinois since it was legalized in 2020. Fans heading into Wrigley Field on Thursday could gamble on their phones or at a sportsbook at the ballpark.
With Bears in mind, Sanders bill would offer up sports teams to city before 'billionaire owners' try to move
The Home Team Act would require an owner to announce that it wants to relocate a year prior, giving the community a chance to buy at "fair market value." Texas U.S. Rep. Greg Casar called it a "keep-the-Bears-in-Chicago bill."
Scion of historic Fargo business dies at 98
Robert B. Herbst, who ran Fargo's Herbst department store for decades, is being remembered for his humor, passion for the outdoors, and devotion to family.
Broadview mayor demands closure of ICE facility, reimbursement of village, business losses
The suburban mayor asked the feds to pay back $700,000 in costs to the villlage associated with Operation Midway Blitz and for economic losses suffered by nearby businesses.
Broadview mayor demands closure of ICE facility, reimbursement of village, business losses
The suburban mayor asked the feds to pay back $700,000 in costs to the villlage associated with Operation Midway Blitz and for economic losses suffered by nearby businesses.
What’s That Building? South portico of the Griffin Museum of Science and Industry
The structure’s south entrance will be put to use for the first time in more than a century, just in time for the Obama Presidential Center opening nearby this summer.
Top business leader demands end to stalemate over City Council's pick for zoning chair
Chicagoland Chamber of Commerce President Jack Lavin said more than 40 development projects have been stalled by City Council's failure to agree on new permanent chair for the powerful Zoning Committee. He wants Mayor Brandon Johnson to forge a compromise to break the stalemate.
A Grip on Sports: In a season when Gonzaga's defense was the driving force behind its success, the Zags couldn't get the one stop they needed
A GRIP ON SPORTS • After all the flotsam and jetsam is swept away, sometimes a college basketball game, an NCAA Tournament game, comes down to making one play. Saturday night in Portland, Texas did. And Gonzaga’s season once again fell short of its ultimate goal.
Aditya Kaddu
My goal is that my career path always enables me to create real, positive impact on others.
A Grip on Sports: The Zags survive a first-round rock fight in Portland, one that also caused contusions for those watching from home
A GRIP ON SPORTS • There was one thing I was certain of when I began writing this column almost 15 years ago. The day Chuck Norris died, I would share my story of the lone interaction I had with the “Walker, Texas Ranger” star. It has everything. High school football. A rickety press box. Family. Sports writing. But, alas, it may have to wait. Today is just not the day.
Dan Nelms
I realized Stanford GSB could help round out my skill set and prepare me to be an executive for a growth startup.
Marquee Sports Network now available on Hulu + Live TV
The regional sports network's direct-to-consumer service is now also available for purchase on Prime Video.
Federal judge extends order blocking Trump admin's cuts to Illinois public health funding
The loss in grant funding would have wiped out some HIV tracking programs, family planning initiatives and lead poisoning prevention.
As slide in Canadian traffic continues, businesses in Grand Forks are feeling the impacts
The decline in Canadian traffic isn’t just being felt in border states. Las Vegas has also reported a 30% decline in traffic from Canadians
North Dakota Women's Business Center offers coaching, connections and more
In honor of International Women's Day, The Forum is profiling the organization known for lifting up female business owners.
What's the big idea? If you've got it, World Business Chicago wants to know
The organization is calling for architects, designers, neighborhood groups, artists, innovators and interdisciplinary teams to submit visionary ideas that explore what Chicago could look like in 2050.
A Grip on Sports: There is something special about watching the joy that comes with reaching a goal, no matter how difficult the journey was
A GRIP ON SPORTS • If there is any way to turn back the clock, how many of us would do it? This morning, when Daylight Saving Time kicks in, pretty much everyone. But when faced with the metaphorical, looking back on our past successes and failures, the question is a lot harder to answer, isn’t it?
Reality is immaterial in today's politics
Republicans are having a field day over Bill Clinton's testimony that JB Pritzker flew on Jeffrey Epstein's jet. But Democrats are also succumbing to fantasy worlds of their own making.