# Bismarck Crime, Ducks, and Awards

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Podcast: [Bismarck News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!](https://stenobird.com/podcast/bismarck-news-today-2-min-news-the-daily-news-now-7612013)
Published: 2026-06-19T02:21:23+00:00
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A Bismarck man faces prison time after pleading guilty to sexual assault, escaping custody, and assaulting a police officer. Meanwhile, environmental officials investigate oil field spills of “produced water” in western North Dakota. Breeding duck numbers hit a 33-year low due to habitat loss. Three local heroes earn the Bismarck Humanitarian Award for advancing human rights. And in sports, two standout volleyball stars, Alexis Heinle and Sylvia Taylor, played their final game together, leading their team to victory in the Optimist All-Star Series. Support the show: Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN: advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting. Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates: https://sources.thednn.ai/05521aa7ccd18b8d

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