Here are the top stories making headlines today:
Several school districts in North Dakota have raised their lunch prices for the upcoming school year due to rising food costs. Fargo Public Schools, for example, will see an increase of ten cents per meal. Parents are advised to check with their child's school district for specific pricing information.
A train derailment occurred near Bismarck early this morning due to a broken rail. No injuries were reported, but the incident caused delays in train traffic and cleanup efforts are ongoing.
The tax-exempt status of a nonprofit organization that focuses on environmental issues is being challenged by a group of citizens who claim that the organization has engaged in political activities. The case is currently under review by the Internal Revenue Service.
The "specified concepts" bill passed a vote in the North Dakota House yesterday, which would require schools to obtain written parental consent before teaching certain topics related to sexual education or gender identity. Supporters say it protects parental rights, while opponents argue it limits students' access to important information.
According to statistics from the North Dakota Department of Transportation, there have been fewer traffic-related deaths so far this year compared to last year at this time. As of July 31st, there have been 72 fatalities on North Dakota roads compared with 94 during the same period last year.
These are just some of today's news highlights found on InForum. Stay informed and stay safe!