UND's Aerospace Program Receives $100 Million Federal Grant
UND's aerospace program receives a $100 million federal grant to enhance research, infrastructure, and scholarships, strengthening its leadership in aviation education.
3/28/2026
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UND's aerospace program receives a $100 million federal grant to enhance research, infrastructure, and scholarships, strengthening its leadership in aviation education.
3/28/2026
Grand Forks City Council approves a comprehensive plan to revitalize downtown, focusing on infrastructure, safety, and community engagement.
3/28/2026
3/26/2026
The Grand Forks Border Bruins made history by winning the Kootenay International Junior Hockey League (KIJHL) championship, marking a significant achievement for the local community and hockey enthusiasts.
3/20/2026
Grand Forks International Airport is expanding its facilities to accommodate increasing air traffic, including a new runway and terminal upgrades.
3/20/2026
As spring approaches, Grand Forks residents and officials are implementing measures to prepare for potential Red River flooding, focusing on reinforcing levees and updating evacuation plans.
3/19/2026
Grand Forks International Airport is expanding its infrastructure to accommodate increasing air traffic, particularly from the University of North Dakota's aviation program.
3/19/2026
Newly unsealed court exhibits add visual detail to Little St. James, informing ongoing appeals, civil settlements, and public scrutiny.
12/11/2025
Musk’s tempered tone lands in a more cautious crypto market—raising fresh questions about celebrity influence and what it means for Grand Forks investors.
12/11/2025
A deadly shooting in Kentucky reverberates through UND and Grand Forks, sharpening focus on alerts, training, and campus preparedness.
12/11/2025
Dallas Rep. Jasmine Crockett’s Senate launch lands in a cycle where defense, farm, and flood dollars—and a growing UND aerospace footprint—link Grand Forks to the outcome.
12/11/2025
From flood protection to UND research and base missions, Grand Forks institutions are mapping how a high-stakes Supreme Court ruling could reset the balance of power.
12/11/2025
An India-first, sub-$5 AI plan from Google aims at mass adoption—and could push rivals, pricing, and classroom use from Delhi to Grand Forks.
12/11/2025
A divided Fed trims rates and hints at caution. Here’s how the move could filter through Grand Forks households, base families, and Main Street.
12/11/2025
Record-high prices have sharpened the question for UND families, airmen, and local savers: does gold still fit the plan by 2026?
12/11/2025
A new lawsuit challenges the FBI’s handling of symbolic protest as scrutiny continues over how the bureau talks about antifa and domestic threats.
12/11/2025
Gov. Kristi Noem is set to testify before a U.S. House committee on evolving threats—issues with clear resonance for Grand Forks’ base, UND’s aerospace programs, and regional development.
12/11/2025
A powerful offshore quake near Japan triggered small tsunami waves—here’s how Grand Forks institutions are tracking verified updates and supporting families with ties to the region.
12/9/2025
New Jersey’s Attorney General remains Matthew J. Platkin; no state announcement indicates a leadership change.
12/8/2025
At a Grand Forks forum, Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene pressed for a stricter definition of “America First,” reviving GOP tensions with direct implications for farms, the air base, and UND.
12/8/2025
A hostile offer tests consolidation limits in Hollywood and could ripple into prices, sports rights, and streaming bundles felt in Grand Forks living rooms.
12/8/2025
A string of high-court decisions testing the power of federal regulators could reshape how Grand Forks plans, builds, and does business.
12/8/2025
A 103-year-old Grand Forks veteran reflects on the day he can’t forget—and how this community keeps the story alive.
12/8/2025
A Navy SEAL flag officer with deep special operations experience is helping shape how the U.S. counters hostile fast boats—decisions that ripple to Grand Forks families and UND classrooms.
12/6/2025
Young residents in a college-and-military city are voicing doubts mirrored in national polls—but local institutions are testing practical ways to earn trust back.
12/6/2025
A national poll and a 2025 deadline put pressure on Congress—and Grand Forks households—over the future of Affordable Care Act premium help.
12/6/2025
Congressional scrutiny of vessel strikes puts safety rules, wildlife protections, and state boating grants under the microscope—with ripple effects for Grand Forks.
12/6/2025
A federal arrest in Grand Forks shows how election falsehoods can turn into real-world risk—and why timely, verified information matters for campus, base, and city safety.
12/6/2025
Brussels’ next move on AI inside WhatsApp could reshape consent prompts and data-sharing rules that Grand Forks users see, according to reporting by Reuters.
12/4/2025
UND and local employers eye new capital streams as the White House moves to widen the EB‑5 investor pathway; implementation details are forthcoming.
12/4/2025
Federal agents make a long-awaited arrest in the D.C. pipe bomb investigation as Grand Forks-area agencies review event security and tip reporting.
12/4/2025
N 55th St. is closed from Gateway Dr. to 21st Ave N for utility upgrades, rerouting commuters and industrial traffic on Grand Forks’ north side as winter sets in.
11/30/2025
With specialists in short supply, Grand Forks Public Schools is leaning on virtual therapists and tutors to keep services on pace for students who need help.
11/30/2025
Pawsta brings Grand Forks together to fund vet care, fosters, and second chances for local pets through Journey Home Animal Rescue’s beloved dinner-and-auction.
11/30/2025
A Grand Forks pharmacist pleads not guilty to alleged diversion of ADHD stimulants, prompting questions about drug security and professional oversight.
11/30/2025
Two Guard members were critically wounded near the White House, according to the Associated Press; officials signal a short-term security review that local families are watching closely.
11/28/2025
From campus phishing to business email compromise, scammers are targeting the Red River Valley. Here’s how to spot the tells, lock down your accounts, and report it.
11/28/2025
CMS says negotiated prices — including for Ozempic — will start showing up in Medicare Part D plans, promising relief for thousands of Grand Forks beneficiaries.
11/26/2025
As Congress weighs mobility, training, and overtime rules, Grand Forks workers could gain more options—if national changes align with North Dakota’s already flexible labor landscape.
11/26/2025
Packed terminals and possible slick roads put UND students, Air Force families, and local drivers on alert heading into the holiday.
11/26/2025
Lawmakers’ claims surfaced without an FBI confirmation, leaving key facts—and the legal theory—unclear as Washington watchers parse what, if anything, comes next.
11/26/2025
Visa hurdles and global competition are tightening the pipeline of international doctors—a pressure point for Grand Forks clinics, UND trainees, and patients across the Red River Valley.
11/26/2025
Viral claims lack a docket or signed order; here’s how to verify and why appointments law still matters in North Dakota.
11/26/2025
A papal nudge toward gratitude meets Grand Forks’ practical spirit, channeling thanks into service, neighborliness, and support for those in need.
11/26/2025
A deadly tower fire renews scrutiny of high-rise safety—and offers reminders for Grand Forks residents living in multi-story buildings and campus housing.
11/26/2025
Neighbors, nonprofits, and city partners gathered at Augustana Lutheran to share hard truths and practical steps as demand for food and housing help rises across Grand Forks.
11/24/2025
Rachel Keturah Boswell, 44, pleaded guilty to third-degree murder in an East Grand Forks overdose death, intensifying local focus on fentanyl and prevention.
11/24/2025
A new display at Grand Forks Public Library explores Native housing, stories, and materials—inviting residents to learn, listen, and connect with the Red River Valley.
11/24/2025
GFPD earns its fourth international accreditation from CALEA, reaffirming national best practices and ongoing accountability for a community that spans UND to the Air Base.
11/24/2025
The parody legend brings his Bigger & Weirder Tour to the Alerus Center on Aug. 29, 2026—promising a singalong, costume-filled night Grand Forks will remember.
11/24/2025
Grand Forks crews quickly contained a roof fire at the closed Burger King on Gateway Drive late Tuesday; investigators are reviewing the cause and next steps.
11/24/2025
A former corrections leader says age bias and retaliation over a proposed jail merger cost him his job. The county and Sheriff’s Office will get their say in court.
11/24/2025
A candlelit vigil drew hundreds as Grand Forks marked Transgender Day of Remembrance, turning grief into a community promise of empathy, safety, and visibility.
11/24/2025
UND student leaders are piloting pop-ups, faster recaps, and clearer budget tools to make student government easier to find—and easier to use—across campus.
11/24/2025
The jail has more beds after an expansion—but Sheriff Andy Schneider says too few officers are available to safely staff them, forcing county leaders to consider new fixes.
11/24/2025
Fireworks over the Red River cap a hometown kickoff to winter, as families, students, and visitors fill Town Square and the Greenway for a free, festive night out.
11/24/2025
A local man is in custody after police said they found child sexual abuse materials, spurring felony charges and fresh calls for online safety across Grand Forks.
11/24/2025
A juvenile is in custody after a fast-moving pursuit crossed multiple Grand Forks streets Friday after sunset. No injuries were reported as the investigation continues.
11/24/2025
With backing from Sens. Hoeven and Cramer and PSC’s Fedorchak, Grand Forks is pursuing federal tools to attract more flights and stronger connections at GFK.
11/24/2025
Starting Nov. 17, Grand Forks will close N. 55th St. from Gateway Dr. to 21st Ave. N for sanitary sewer work. Detours and work-zone safety measures will be in place.
11/24/2025
Starting April 13, 2026, Delta—operated by SkyWest—adds a fourth daily Grand Forks–MSP flight, promising more flexibility for UND, base families, and local businesses.
11/24/2025
City offices close Nov. 27 for Thanksgiving; expect adjusted garbage, recycling, and CAT schedules. Residents are urged to plan ahead and check official alerts.
11/24/2025
Reports of case-by-case removals to Ukraine stir concern in Grand Forks as advocates call for clearer federal guidance and data.
11/22/2025
Bids from Paramount, Comcast and Netflix for Warner Bros. Discovery could reorder streaming—and change how Grand Forks households find sports and shows.
11/22/2025
Mayor Brandon Bochenski says CBP’s Grand Forks Sector will begin a short-term federal patrol in the city this week; residents urged to follow official updates.
11/22/2025
As AI moves into airspace, classrooms, and city systems, Anthropic’s safety playbook and federal rules are shaping how Grand Forks builds, hires, and deploys.
11/22/2025
A new Supreme Court framework on presidential immunity collides with North Dakota’s ongoing map disputes, raising practical questions for UND students, military families, and election officials.
11/22/2025
As Jeep leans on new models and electrification to rebuild U.S. sales, Grand Forks’ student and military-driven market—and winter roads—could shape the brand’s local comeback.
11/22/2025
A senior U.S. official says a draft plan is circulating among allies, setting up a test of diplomacy with ripple effects from NATO halls to the Red River Valley.
11/21/2025
Two deaths in California’s latest deluge underscore why Grand Forks keeps refining its spring flood playbook.
11/21/2025
Residents await confirmed details as Trump signals a conciliatory meeting; local agencies prepare for potential logistics and national attention.
11/21/2025
Grand Forks AFB will award $10,000 retention bonuses to controllers and maintenance techs who kept perfect attendance during the shutdown period, base officials said.
11/21/2025
Bezos’s growing AI bets, including backing Perplexity, highlight a shift toward answer-first browsing that could reorder how Grand Forks residents and sellers find and buy goods.
11/21/2025
Grocery inflation has cooled and turkey supplies have improved, offering Grand Forks households a more affordable holiday menu.
11/21/2025
Viral claims suggest a judge questioned an indictment of James Comey and ordered grand jury disclosures, but no public docket or DOJ notice confirms it.
11/21/2025
A surprise injunction resets the legal boundaries for domestic Guard missions—and raises questions for states and families with troops on call.
11/21/2025
After years of shifting visa rules and a pandemic shock, UND’s international student numbers mirror a national pattern of stabilization—sustaining classrooms, labs, and local businesses in Grand Forks.
11/21/2025
Clergy in a college town known for aviation research urge Congress to set guardrails on chatbots, citing privacy, transparency, and child safety.
11/21/2025
A small set of portfolios beat a turbulent year by leaning into UND- and base-adjacent sectors—while a glitchy AI joke became a reminder to double-check the basics.
11/20/2025
At a charged Grand Forks rally, Trump attacked Democrats over calls to refuse unlawful orders—reviving civil-military tensions with local implications for UND and the Air Force base.
11/20/2025
A nationwide vote reaffirms Quito’s constitutional ban on foreign military bases, steering security cooperation toward training, tech, and maritime interdiction—an approach with ripple effects across the hemisphere.
11/20/2025
Strauss Zelnick says consoles still matter, but momentum is building on PC—here’s what that could mean for UND esports and the Grand Forks tech scene.
11/20/2025
As X rolls out end-to-end encrypted DMs, a Cloudflare service hiccup reminds Grand Forks how much daily life depends on reliable internet plumbing.
11/20/2025
A rare public concession from one of Trump’s most vocal allies hints at tactical recalibration — and potential implications for North Dakota’s community and campus priorities.
11/20/2025
Police say 25 students were taken from a secondary school in Nigeria, triggering a nationwide search and fresh calls for stronger school protections.
11/19/2025
Beijing’s travel advisory after remarks by Japan’s Sanae Takaichi rattled tourism-linked shares, with ripple effects investors in Grand Forks can feel in portfolios and travel plans.
11/19/2025
Policy chatter about selling parts of the federal loan portfolio raises practical questions for UND borrowers—and workload concerns for campus aid offices.
11/19/2025
The former president’s renewed defense of Mohammed bin Salman revives a long‑running fault line between U.S. strategic interests and human‑rights accountability—with ripples for oil prices and policy debates.
11/19/2025
Progressives and moderates are bracing for another high-stakes package—bundling border, foreign aid, and domestic spending—that could shape funding timelines for UND, Grand Forks AFB, and local projects.
11/19/2025
A jump in U.K. gilt yields tied to tax-policy headlines could tighten global financial conditions—nudging rates that matter for households, businesses, and public projects in Grand Forks.
11/17/2025
A carrier strike group’s arrival in the Caribbean signals reassurance for partners and deterrence for spoilers—while offering Washington flexible options close to home.
11/17/2025
Reports say the Jets cornerback is hospitalized after a New York City shooting; Grand Forks Local is seeking confirmation from NYPD and the team.
11/17/2025
A brief blackout ends as Disney and YouTube TV strike a new deal—restoring ABC and ESPN for Grand Forks viewers and signaling more hardball in streaming negotiations.
11/17/2025
A rare pardon for an incarcerated Jan. 6 defendant puts the reach of presidential clemency in focus—and raises practical questions for UND, the Air Force base, and city officials.
11/17/2025
COP30 opens with muted expectations as U.S. influence wobbles; Grand Forks tracks the ripple effects on flood resilience, energy costs, and UND-led innovation.
11/14/2025
Rates, supply, and local job trends will shape what buyers face in 2026. Here’s how to prepare in Grand Forks.
11/14/2025
Reports of resignations tied to an edited Trump speech raise high-stakes questions about trust, transparency, and how global outlets handle political clips.
11/14/2025
Staffing strains at TSA and air traffic control are rippling from major hubs into the Red River Valley, complicating trips for UND students, military families, and local businesses.
11/14/2025
As Fung-wong displaces 1.4 million in the Philippines, Grand Forks residents look for credible ways to help—leaning on flood-tested lessons at home.
11/14/2025
Senate leaders say they have the votes to pass a stopgap bill, setting up a rapid end to a 40-day federal shutdown and a restart of pay and services.
11/14/2025
Leadership timing around a routine oath could shape a closely watched vote on Epstein-related records—here’s what’s confirmed and what Grand Forks should monitor.
11/12/2025
A rare alignment prioritizes paychecks at the Air Force Base and stability at UND as Congress leans on a bipartisan stopgap to avoid a shutdown.
11/12/2025
Watch the remarks and see what a shutdown deal would change for Grand Forks, UND, and the Air Force base as the Senate moves toward a vote.
11/12/2025
As a federal funding lapse drags on, Grand Forks households tighten grocery budgets while local pantries brace for higher demand.
11/12/2025
Speaker Mike Johnson ties an urgent return-to-Washington push to mounting travel delays that can ripple through Grand Forks, even as negotiations on Capitol Hill remain unsettled.
11/12/2025
A newly minted $1.3B valuation gives Scribe fresh fuel to prove where AI creates real savings—an opening Grand Forks institutions are positioned to use.
11/12/2025
By declining to revisit Obergefell, the justices keep marriage equality—and day‑to‑day certainty for couples, campuses, and the Air Force base—intact.
11/12/2025
A federal lawsuit alleges a military OB-GYN secretly recorded patients during intimate exams, raising urgent questions for clinics that serve Air Force families—including those in Grand Forks.
11/12/2025
A Supreme Court stay keeps SNAP disbursement timing in flux just as Congress races to avert a shutdown—raising planning hurdles for Grand Forks families, grocers, and schools.
11/12/2025
Grand Forks families feel the squeeze from SNAP uncertainty, even as many local conservatives hold fast to Trump and demand Washington end the gridlock.
11/12/2025
Space weather forecasters say strong geomagnetic storms could push the northern lights over Grand Forks—here’s how to see them and what to know about tech impacts.
11/12/2025
The former commissioner’s 17-year tenure shaped today’s NFL—from expansion and TV money to the NFC North rivalries Grand Forks fans live by.
11/12/2025
A rare public rift on the right could recalibrate how North Dakota Republicans talk about leadership fights, federal spending, and defense priorities.
11/12/2025
A small group of Democrats joined Republicans to advance a stopgap plan, exposing party fissures while moving to reopen federal services.
11/12/2025
Former President Trump joins the national Veterans Day observance at Arlington as Grand Forks families tune in and look for ways to support those who served.
11/12/2025
With a shutdown stretching on, Schumer and Sanders oppose a proposed deal they say weakens health care—raising the stakes for UND, Grand Forks AFB, and local families.
11/12/2025
A $2,000-per-person pledge tied to tariff revenue draws interest—and questions—across UND, downtown businesses, and base families.
11/10/2025
An administrative stay paused higher payments mid-cycle, creating uncertainty for families and retailers as justices weigh emergency arguments.
11/8/2025
United Way is taking over a weekend-meals program and expanding from 10 to 18 schools across Grand Forks and East Grand Forks.
11/8/2025
On Nov. 8, 1983, Grand Forks families lined up at the county sheriff’s office to fingerprint kids for ID—capturing safety fears and how protocols evolved.
11/8/2025
UND starts a key road set at Omaha as NoDak Nation and Grand Forks businesses track a series that could shape early NCHC momentum.
11/8/2025
North Dakota’s higher ed board is weighing 90‑credit bachelor’s degrees and could vote by year’s end, with UND programs and Grand Forks employers watching closely.
11/8/2025
Grand Forks police alert residents to a Level 3 offender living on Continental Drive—what that risk level means and how to stay informed without fueling fear.
11/8/2025
NDDOT is weighing a roundabout or diamond interchange at US 2 and Grand Forks International Airport. Residents can comment on designs through Nov. 19.
11/8/2025
A seat-belt citation led Grand Forks officers to suspected drugs and the arrest of two men, spotlighting how routine traffic stops intersect with public safety.
11/8/2025
GFK secured a $1M federal boost to court a western hub beyond MSP, drawing strong mayoral backing and cautious scrutiny at City Hall.
11/7/2025
At the Space Operations Summit in Grand Forks, speakers linked Artemis-era goals with UND research and a community ready to build for lunar and low-Earth orbit futures.
11/6/2025
Pi Beta Phi’s national board moves to revoke the UND chapter’s charter at 409 Cambridge St., citing declining membership along with housing and financial strain.
11/6/2025
The Red River Basin Commission Board will meet Thursday, Nov. 6 at the C’mon Inn in Grand Forks to take public comments on Riverview ND LLP’s proposed mega-dairy.
11/6/2025
Beets, wheat, and soybeans still set Grand Forks’ pace. Here’s how farms and food plants fuel jobs and research—and what to watch as weather and markets shift.
11/6/2025
With early frosts, short growing seasons, and subzero wind chills, here’s how Grand Forks prepares—and what to do now.
11/6/2025
Grand Forks leaders are expanding medical training pipelines to grow more North Dakota-born doctors and physician assistants, tackling rural healthcare shortages.
10/31/2025
The Grand Forks landfill’s solid waste section is back in service after a fire Monday. The inert fill area remains closed — check status before dropping off.
10/28/2025
Since summer, Grand Forks has issued just one citation and one warning under its homeless-encampment ordinance, opting to prioritize outreach and services.
10/26/2025
Local crew teams up to restore the Red River shoreline — residents of Grand Forks, ND step into action for a greener future.
10/26/2025
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