Podcast: Proposed VA staffing cuts have local veterans worried Veterans across the country are raising red flags over proposed VA staffing cuts, and local voices are joining the call.
Sudden cut of ‘politicized’ FEMA grants leaves ND communities in the lurch Cuts impact major projects in Lincoln, Washburn and Fessenden
Podcast: United for Ukraine parolees in North Dakota awaiting fate This episode of The Backstory looks at Ukrainian humanitarian parolees in North Dakota, the “United for Ukraine” program, how parole differs from refugee status, and what’s at stake for families and communities if temporary legal protections are lost.
United for Ukraine parolees in North Dakota awaiting fate Decision to remove other humanitarian parolees stokes concern
Podcast: USDA upheaval brings uncertainty to farmers, rural communities Sabrina Halvorson and Michael Standaert discuss USDA funding freezes and program cuts impacting farmers and rural communities. They discuss the sudden end of key initiatives like Local Food Purchase Assistance, and Food for Schools, along with broader effects on Climate Smart Commodities and Rural Energy Assistance. Standaert discusses what he
Introducing NDNC's Backstory Podcast Introducing The Backstory, a new podcast from the North Dakota News Cooperative. Hosted by NDNC CEO Sabrina Halvorson, we give you a behind-the-scenes look at the stories we cover. Reporter Michael Standaert discusses how he uncovers the issues and gives us a new perspective on the stories that affect the