Thousands without power after storm rolls through North Dakota

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7 months ago

June 21, 2025

Thousands without power after storm rolls through North Dakota

BISMARCK, N.D. (KFYR) – Multiple power outages caused by Friday night’s storm have left thousands without power.

Montana Dakota Utilities and Capital Electric are both reporting outages. More than 6,000 are being reported by MDU, and more than 500 by Capital Electric.

It’s not known when power will be restored.

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North Dakota program seeks to transform less productive cropland into wildlife habitat

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10 hours ago

January 29, 2026

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North Dakota program seeks to transform less productive cropland into wildlife habitat

North Dakota is creating a pilot program to encourage landowners to convert less productive agricultural land into grass habitat for wildlife. The program aims to improve soil health, reduce erosion and enhance water quality. But Gov. Kelly Armstrong said the biggest winners of the program will be the landowners who will be compensated for taking […]

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Grafton man accused of sexually abusing a child

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January 29, 2026

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WALSH COUNTY — A Grafton man has been charged with Class AA felony gross sexual imposition after a minor reported prior sexual abuse to law enforcement, according to a probable cause statement filed in the case.

Martin Bustamante Torres, 61, faces up to life imprisonment without the possibility of parole if convicted.

Torres was reported to police on Monday, Jan. 26. The girl recounted several instances of sexual abuse by Torres, with the last instance occurring when she was 13. Court documents do not specify how old the girl was when the alleged abuse began.

Torres allegedly admitted to law enforcement that he had sexual contact with the girl when she was younger.

His bond was set at $100,000 cash during a Wednesday morning, Jan. 28, hearing.

Sav Kelly joined the Grand Forks Herald in August 2022.

Kelly covers public safety, including regional crime and the courts system.

Readers can reach Kelly at (701) 780-1102 or skelly@gfherald.com.

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North Dakota ethics complaint changes include anonymous option

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1 day ago

January 28, 2026

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North Dakota ethics complaint changes include anonymous option

The North Dakota Ethics Commission adopted several updates to its complaint process Wednesday, including a change that allows complaints filed in bad faith to be dismissed and for members of the public to report potential violations anonymously.

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