Fatal Head-On Crash on ND Highway | Fargo News

Fatal Head-On Crash on ND Highway | Fargo News

Two young lives were lost in a deadly head-on crash on North Dakota’s State Highway 20, with both drivers—23-year-old Devin Moritz and 54-year-old Wyatt Ellingson—killed instantly. Neither was wearing a seat belt, a sobering detail in the official report. Wyatt’s 52-year-old passenger, Carrie Ellingson, survived with serious injuries—thanks to her seat belt—and was rushed to the hospital. The State Patrol continues investigating the cause, urging everyone to prioritize safety on the road. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/e4226bbb6633abb7

Public Media’s Pivot After Funding Crisis | Fargo News

When federal funding for public media vanished a year ago, stations across the country faced layoffs, canceled shows, and existential threats—especially in places like South Dakota, where cuts forced the axing of veteran journalists. But instead of folding, listeners erupted in “white-hot rage-giving,” flooding stations with donations that revived operations, brought back staff (often into new roles like podcasting), and sparked innovation. KSUT in Colorado even funded solar panels and launched an endowment, while NPR slashed fees and invested in digital tools thanks to the outpouring. Yet not everyone survived—Indiana stations lost nearly half their budgets, forcing cuts and cancellations. Though hope flickers for restored state funding, the long-term survival of public media hangs in the balance, dependent on sustained listener generosity and relentless reinvention. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/ed0f0bfe321456ce

U.S. and Iran Pause Hostilities | Fargo News

Tensions between the U.S. and Iran have briefly eased as both sides pause attacks for two days, following Iran’s strikes on ships in the Strait of Hormuz and retaliatory strikes on U.S. bases in Jordan. While the White House urges diplomacy, it warns all options remain open. Iran’s military confirms the halt, seen as a hopeful step toward renewed talks on a ceasefire, especially as the 60-day nuclear negotiation window looms. Mediators are pushing for Iran to ease restrictions on shipping through the Strait, though the U.S. naval blockade persists, disrupting global energy flows and driving up fuel prices. Meanwhile, Israeli PM Netanyahu is set to meet Trump in Washington, pledging full support for U.S. pressure on Iran — and warning of dire consequences if Iran strikes Israel again. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/cc2c2213707710f9

Yaroun’s Homes Vanished by War | Fargo News

In Yaroun, southern Lebanon, residents are turning to satellite imagery to document the devastation wrought by Israeli airstrikes since March—homes, churches, mosques, and even a convent reduced to rubble. Built by Lebanese expats who poured decades of hard-earned money into their properties, these structures now lie in ruins, as Israel claims it’s targeting Hezbollah infrastructure. Families, some even American citizens, are heartbroken and displaced, unable to return for fear of retaliation. With official explanations lacking and evidence scarce, locals rely on expensive satellite photos to see what’s left—and many fear they may never reclaim their ancestral villages. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/8dca795eec99397b

Pogačar Ties Cycling Legends | Fargo News

Tadej Pogačar just claimed his fifth Tour de France title, tying cycling legends like Eddy Merckx and Bernard Hinault for the most wins in history. The final stage, delayed slightly due to wildfires, saw Mathieu van der Poel take the stage win, but Pogačar dominated overall, finishing nearly six and a half minutes ahead of Remco Evenepoel. With Lance Armstrong’s tainted record aside, Pogačar’s sustained dominance cements him as one of the sport’s all-time greats. Listen in comfort: Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/3360c20a032ad91e