Prairie Beat revisits Fargo homicide and data-center developments, Tom Isern explores prairie-to-Barossa German ties, and Prairie Plates spotlights the new Harry’s Steakhouse.

Sam Graham-Felson shares fatherhood lessons from TR’s Badlands, followed by David Benson explaining how health care tax credits help North Dakotans save on insurance.

Mayor Brett Lambrecht maps Wahpeton’s growth, challenges, and vision, followed by a candid conversation with ChatGPT on how AI works, what it understands, and its future impact.

A landmark CO₂ storage ruling, prairie letters revealing lifelong friendship, and a preview of holiday happenings at Gateway to Science highlight today’s trio of stories.

UND’s Winter WUNDerland, Fargo’s Norwegian Christmas feast, and Prairie Beat’s look at flu, COVID, RSV, and new vaccines—plus statewide ag and utility updates.

Dietitian Sarah Tee shares ways to enjoy holiday food with balance, and Talbert Cypress of the Miccosukee Tribe reflects on protecting the Everglades, culture, and community.

With very few exceptions, abortions are illegal in North Dakota, following the ND Supreme Court's ruling that upholds the state's highly restrictive law that's been held up in litigation. Craig Blumenshine talks with North Dakota Monitor reporter Mary Steurer about the very close decision. Another story from Fargo's live monthly storytelling event features a new mom learning to navigate impossible expectations when it comes to bringing a new life into the world. And for our recurring feature, “What Mike’s Playing,” we feature a tribute to alt-folk-country troubadour Todd Snider.

Buckle up for a Mainstreet episode that’s all planes, trains, and automobiles, as the Prairie Public team swaps stories of their own bad holiday travel adventures. Then we shift from travel troubles to comfort food on Prairie Plates, where Rick Gion takes us inside Pheasant Cafe in Mott, North Dakota.In this week’s Prairie Beat, the holidays are here and so are the simmering pots, stacked plates, and stories. We’re serving up the must-know food safety tips to keep your family’s Thanksgiving both delicious and worry-free.

We'll talk to a trailblazer from Mali, UND Aviation student Noumousso Diane, who is poised to become the West African country's first woman commercial pilot.

Jack Russell Weinstiein reflects on the death of one of his musical heroes, reggae legend Jimmy Cliff, who passed away earlier today. And hear the story of Fargo Thanksgiving shopper, whose search for a rare holiday bird led to a confusing encounter in the check out lane. We'll hear about a Minnesota rock band whose all female members find empowerment and confidence through their music.