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Michael Standaert

Michael Standaert

Correspondent Michael Standaert has been a journalist in the Midwest, California, Europe and Asia. He grew up in Illinois and has an MA in journalism. Contact him at michael@newscoopnd.org.
North Dakota’s delicate electricity price balance faces challenges

North Dakota’s delicate electricity price balance faces challenges

Desire to add large loads comes up against cost inflation, renewables buildout
Michael Standaert Dec 16, 2025
Schools hope to embrace the best of AI, shun the worst

Schools hope to embrace the best of AI, shun the worst

Educators navigate delicate balancing act amid swift AI development
Michael Standaert Dec 9, 2025
‘The question our communities need to solve’

‘The question our communities need to solve’

Housing insecurity, evictions rise as prices climb and assistance dwindles
Michael Standaert Nov 25, 2025
Despite challenges, child care looks to innovate in North Dakota

Despite challenges, child care looks to innovate in North Dakota

Increased collaboration could help address persistent issues
Michael Standaert Nov 18, 2025
$100K fee for H1-B visas has local workforce impacts

$100K fee for H1-B visas has local workforce impacts

New fees could price out schools, universities and hospitals in talent search
Michael Standaert Nov 4, 2025
Policy reversals stall North Dakota’s clean energy momentum

Policy reversals stall North Dakota’s clean energy momentum

Slower growth comes during time of increased energy demand, prices
Michael Standaert Oct 28, 2025
Roots matter for award-winning regenerative ranch family

Roots matter for award-winning regenerative ranch family

Nurturing soil to support cattle ensures livelihood, family and community
Michael Standaert Oct 21, 2025

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