Malmstrom AFB in Great Falls scrubs content to comply with DEI order

The Department of Defense has ordered the removal of diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) content from Air Force websites, erasing stories, photos, and articles that once highlighted service members’ cultural backgrounds and achievements. At Malmstrom Air Force Base, deleted posts included events celebrating heritage months and the story of an Indigenous airman’s religious exemption. The

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Dickinson High to retire ‘Midgets’ mascot after nearly a century

After nearly a century, Dickinson Public Schools is retiring its longtime “Midgets” mascot, a decision aimed at fostering inclusivity and avoiding legal risks. While the name’s exact origins remain debated, concerns over its impact on students and potential civil rights challenges prompted district leaders to act. The transition will be phased in alongside planned renovations

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UND Among Schools Under Federal Investigation for Graduate Program Policies

The University of North Dakota is one of 45 colleges now under federal investigation for allegedly using race-based criteria in graduate programs. The U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights is probing whether partnerships with organizations like The PhD Project violate Title VI of the Civil Rights Act. UND officials acknowledge the investigation but

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Building stronger community through Westman’s Multicultural Festival in Brandon

The Westman Multicultural Festival didn’t just bring cultures together—it turned Brandon into a world tour in three days. With crowds packing into pavilions, a record number of completed passports, and a lineup of food, music, and dance, organizers are calling it a resounding success. The new passport initiative proved a hit, pushing visitors to explore

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GOP attorneys general urge Costco to drop diversity policies, cite Trump’s order

A group of 19 Republican attorneys general, including North Dakota’s Drew Wrigley, is urging Costco to reconsider its diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) policies. In a letter directed to CEO Ron Vachris, they argue that these practices lead to unlawful discrimination and ask for clarification on the company’s commitment to merit-based treatment. This move comes

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