Pipeline project continues to dominate news in North Dakota
BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) — The year in news in North Dakota began with the end of a yearlong protest against the Dakota Access oil pipeline that attracted thousands of demonstrators to the Standing Rock Indian Reservation. The year ended with attempts to settle a protest against another massive project, the Red River diversion.
In addition to protests, there were vigils after a pair of shocking killings in a state known for its low crime rate. Rolette County Sheriff's Deputy Colt Allery was slain in a shootout after a stolen car chase. He is believed to be the 57th officer in the state to die while on duty.