Government
2 days ago
Property Tax Reform Uncertain as South Dakota Task Force Puts Forward 19 Proposals
After months of meetings, South Dakota’s Comprehensive Property Tax Task Force has produced 19 proposals aimed at addressing rising property taxes. With little reform passed last session, questions remain about whether meaningful changes will be approved in the upcoming legislature.
2 days ago
Noem Defends Immigration Enforcement During Heated U.S. House Hearing
Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem faced sharp Democratic criticism during a tense House hearing on immigration enforcement. Noem defended the administration’s policies, citing public safety concerns and increased attacks on law enforcement.
2 days ago
Sanford Releases Most Popular Baby Names of 2025 in South Dakota Region
Sanford Health has released its most popular baby names for 2025, with Emma leading for girls and Liam topping the boys list. The health system reports delivering nearly 9,000 babies this year.
2 days ago
Parkston Man Convicted of Third Degree Rape in Yankton County Case
A Parkston man has been convicted by a Yankton County jury of Third Degree Rape and Taking Pictures Without Consent. Attorney General Marty Jackley praised the victim’s courage in coming forward.
2 days ago
South Dakota Supreme Court Upholds 65-Year Sentence in Sturgis Child Abuse Case
The South Dakota Supreme Court has unanimously affirmed the conviction of a Sturgis man sentenced to 65 years in prison for 11 felony crimes involving five children. Attorney General Marty Jackley praised the ruling and the work of his office.
2 days ago
Rounds’ Wounded Knee Memorial Bill Unanimously Passes Senate, Heads to President’s Desk
Legislation sponsored by U.S. Sen. Mike Rounds to preserve land at the Wounded Knee Massacre site has unanimously passed the U.S. Senate. The bill now heads to President Trump to be signed into law.
2 days ago
Seasonal Closures Begin Dec. 15 on Black Hills National Forest Roads and Recreation Sites
Seasonal road, gate, and recreation site closures will take effect December 15 on the Black Hills National Forest. Officials say the closures help protect wildlife, natural resources, and public safety during winter conditions.
4 days ago
South Dakota and Arizona Men Sentenced to Long Federal Prison Terms for Fentanyl Trafficking and Money Laundering
Two men from Sioux Falls and Phoenix have been sentenced to decades in federal prison for trafficking thousands of fentanyl pills and laundering drug proceeds. Investigators believe the men moved approximately 35,000 pills through the conspiracy.
4 days ago
Aberdeen Man Sentenced to Federal Prison for Possessing Firearm as a Prohibited Person
A 35-year-old Aberdeen man has been sentenced to five months in federal prison after admitting to possessing a firearm despite a prior domestic violence conviction that barred him from having one. He will also serve three years of supervised release.
4 days ago
Attorney General Jackley Orders Company to Stop Deceptive Abortion Pill Advertising in South Dakota
South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley has issued a cease-and-desist letter to Mayday Health, ordering the company to stop what he described as deceptive advertising related to abortion pills. Jackley said the company’s materials misrepresent South Dakota law.
5 days ago
Two Injured in Rollover Crash on I-29 Near Castlewood
Two people were hospitalized Monday morning after a single-vehicle rollover on Interstate 29 near Castlewood. The crash temporarily affected southbound traffic as emergency crews responded and cleared the scene.
5 days ago
DWU’s Kyle Hobbs Named to Prairie Business “40 Under 40” List
Prairie Business has named Dakota Wesleyan University faculty member Kyle Hobbs to its annual “40 Under 40” list, recognizing young professionals making significant regional contributions. Hobbs is the only Mitchell honoree and one of just seven South Dakotans selected.
5 days ago
Sen. Rounds Highlights Academy Nominations, Legislative Work and Defense Forum in Weekly Update
U.S. Sen. Mike Rounds shared his latest Weekly Round[s] Up, outlining academy nominations, legislative activity, national security briefings and meetings with South Dakotans and national leaders. Rounds also detailed progress on his DEAL Act and participation in the Reagan National Defense Forum.
5 days ago
Is South Dakota’s rate of chronic absenteeism in schools increasing?
Chronic absenteeism in South Dakota public schools has held at 21% for two consecutive years after a sharp rise during the COVID-19 era. State data shows Indigenous students experience significantly higher rates of missed school.
6 days ago
South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley Elected NAAG President-Elect for Second Time
South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley has been unanimously elected President-Elect of the National Association of Attorneys General, marking his second time in the national leadership role. Jackley says the position will help strengthen South Dakota’s voice on key law enforcement issues.
6 days ago
Bitter Cold and Snow Showers Set for Mitchell This Week
A quick succession of Arctic air and wintry weather will bring freezing fog, gusty winds and light snow to Mitchell, with daytime highs only reaching the mid-30s before a plunge into much colder temperatures by week’s end
6 days ago
South Dakota State Fair to Host 66th Annual FCRV Campvention in 2026
The South Dakota State Fair will welcome the 66th Annual Family Campers and RVers Campvention to Huron in July 2026, bringing participants from across the U.S. and Canada for a week of outdoor activities, education, and entertainment.
1 week ago
Iroquois Man Indicted on Aggravated Assault Charge in Nov. 22 Shooting
A Kingsbury County Grand Jury has indicted a 40-year-old Iroquois man on an aggravated assault charge after a Nov. 22 shooting that left another man hospitalized, according to the South Dakota Attorney General’s Office.
1 week ago
Kyle Man Sentenced to Federal Prison for Involuntary Manslaughter in 2024 Fatal Crash
A Kyle man was sentenced to 46 months in federal prison for a 2024 alcohol-related crash that killed a passenger in another vehicle. The case was prosecuted federally under the Major Crimes Act.
1 week ago
Sen. John Thune Notes Progress on Trump Nominee Confirmations Despite Delays
U.S. Sen. John Thune says the Senate is on track to approve more than 400 of President Donald Trump’s nominees this year, despite what he describes as ongoing delays from Senate Democrats.
