North Dakota

Proposed changes to the federal funding system could sharply cut the technology budgets of K-12 school districts across North Dakota. Local education leaders warn the shift would undermine investments in classroom devices, connectivity and IT support, leaving rural and underfunded districts especially exposed as they plan upcoming school-year budgets.

Residents in the Bismarck, North Dakota area have held protests against US Immigration and Customs Enforcement following an increase in detainments in the region. Demonstrators are voicing opposition to enforcement actions that have led to more people being taken into custody. The protests reflect growing local tension over federal immigration enforcement in the area.