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The Odyssey Wows Critics; North Dakota Weighs AI Rules

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Rep. Jonathan Warrey, R-Casselton, chairs a new North Dakota legislative committee studying artificial intelligence and data centers. The committee held its first meeting July 15, 2026.
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Rep. Jonathan Warrey, R-Casselton, chairs a new North Dakota legislative committee studying artificial intelligence and data centers. The committee held its first meeting July 15, 2026.

Today's Segments

Matt Olien: Why The Odyssey Is a Modern Masterpiece
Film critic Matt Olien says The Odyssey is the rare blockbuster that succeeds on every level. He explains why he believes it's headed for Best Picture, which other Oscars it could win, and how audiences have turned the epic into a cultural phenomenon. He also recommends reading Homer's Odyssey before seeing the film.

Matt Olien reviews The Odyssey

Can North Dakota Regulate AI Without Slowing Innovation?
On A Closer Look With the Monitor, North Dakota Monitor reporter Jacob Orledge explains why lawmakers have launched a new committee to study artificial intelligence. From deepfakes and child safety to transparency and education, the discussion explores how the state hopes to balance innovation with public trust before the 2027 legislative session.

AI: A Closer Look With the Monitor

Dave Thompson's Weekly News Review
News Director Dave Thompson joins Main Street for a roundup of the week's top stories.

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