A record $9.7 million dollars in unclaimed property was returned to North Dakota residents during the fiscal year that ended June 30th.
The amount of unclaimed property submitted by businesses to the Unclaimed Property Division also hit a record high of $20.3 million in fiscal year 2022-23 — a $4.6 million increase over 2the previous year.
Nearly 33 million people in the United States have what the industry calls unclaimed property: examples include unpaid life insurance benefits, forgotten bank accounts and uncashed checks.
Property held by the Unclaimed Property Division is invested as part of the Common Schools Trust Fund and generates revenue to support public K-12 education in North Dakota.
HUD Announces Grants for Native American Housing
(KNOX) - The Department of Housing and Urban Development's (HUD) Office of Native American Programs has announced more than $1.1 billion in Indian Housing Block Grant (IHBG) funding. The money earmarks $29.8 million dollars for the four tribes in Nor...
Apr 20, 2026
Point Bridge Set for Reconstruction
(KNOX) - The Point Bridge linking Grand Forks and East Grand Forks is slated to receive a facelift this upcoming summer construction season. The Grand Forks council last night (Monday) approved a cost participation and maintenance plan for the $2.26 ...
Apr 21, 2026
North Dakota Oil Selling for a Premium
(KNOX) - North Dakota oil shipped on the Dakota Access Pipeline is fetching nearly $7 more per barrel than a U.S. benchmark price amid volatility caused by the Iran war. State regulators aren't sure why prices for North Dakota oil at its destination ...
Apr 22, 2026
East Grand Forks Needs New Parks Director
(KNOX) - East Grand Forks will begin the search for a new Parks & Recreational Director this week. The opening was created by the resignation of Jeremy King. The city council last night (Tuesday) approved advertising the position for the next fou...
Apr 22, 2026
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