Workforce & Growth: North Dakota’s Global Talent Summit in Bismarck brought 100+ employers and partners together to tackle the state’s biggest growth constraint—workforce—by expanding practical pathways for recruiting and integrating international talent. Cybersecurity & Courts: Thomson Reuters’ C-Track court case management breach tied to a March 2026 intrusion exposed sensitive court records across multiple jurisdictions, including North Dakota, with officials stressing there’s no reported misuse so far. Data Centers & Transparency: A special session ended with lawmakers rejecting a bill that would have limited government NDAs tied to data center deals, while kratom bills advanced—showing the Legislature is still wrestling over how much secrecy is acceptable as new industry arrives. State Economy: North Dakota collected $69 million in individual income taxes in Q1 2026, up 38% from the prior quarter, according to Census data. Local Business & Community: First International Bank & Trust named winners of its 12th annual Live First Community Giving Campaign, awarding $75,000 to nonprofits across ND, SD, MN and AZ. Agriculture: Hot, dry conditions are stressing ranch water supplies, with some stock dams drying up and raising concerns about pasture quality and cattle health.