Court Bars Unmarried Couples From Joint Adoption
North Dakota's Supreme Court ruled that state law allows only one unmarried adult to adopt a child at a time.
North Dakota Politics News
Across North Dakota, coverage here takes in legislative sessions, state government administration, election results, policy decisions and civic events. Reporting focuses on the activities of state officials and the impact of laws on residents.
Elections
Live Poll
Do you trust your U.S. House representative to serve your community well?
Fedorchak Wins Reelection to U.S. House
Republican Julie Fedorchak retains North Dakota's at-large congressional seat after defeating three challengers in the general election.
Legislative Policy
Live Poll
Do you trust your state legislature to work across party lines?
Democrats Win Three North Dakota Legislative Seats
Democratic-NPL candidates flipped three seats in Grand Forks-area races, though Republicans keep their supermajority in the Legislature.
Government
North Dakota Honored Five State Agencies
Governor Kelly Armstrong and Lieutenant Governor Michelle Strinden presented awards to teams for excellence in public service.
Law
Judge Strikes Down North Dakota Beef Commission Law
A district court ruled that naming four specific groups in the nomination statute created an unconstitutional closed class.
Political Parties
Live Poll
Do you trust Congress to work across parties after the midterms?
Fedorchak Says She's Ready for Bipartisan Talks
North Dakota Republican Julie Fedorchak says she is prepared to work across party lines after Democrats gained control of the House and Senate.
More in Politics
This section follows legislative sessions, state administrative actions, election results and ballot measures, and civic discourse on public policy. Reporting spans from the capital to the rural counties where state mandates are carried out. The biennial structure of the legislative session creates a distinct cycle of intense activity followed by periods focused on agency oversight. Public debate frequently centers on resource allocation and the balance between state authority and the interests of rural jurisdictions.