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Attorney General Jackley Announces Brookings Man Indicted on 50 Counts of Distribution of Child Pornography
PIERRE, S.D. – South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley announces that a Brookings man has been indicted on 50 felony counts…
Thune: Schumer Shutdown Day One
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Senator John Thune Blames Democrats as Federal Government Shutdown Continues
South Dakota Senator and Senate Majority Leader John Thune spoke out as the federal government entered a shutdown, attributing the impasse to Democrats’ far-left demands. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer called it a Republican shutdown. Government operations will remain closed until Congress approves a new funding bill, Thune told Bret Baier of Fox News.
Sioux Falls Thrive Shuts Down Operations Amid Funding Shortfalls; Programs Continue With Other Organizations
Sioux Falls Thrive, known for its work in food security, affordable housing, and youth enrichment, is closing operations.
South Dakota Lawmakers Approve $650 Million Sioux Falls Prison; Lawmaker Urges Study of North Dakota’s System
South Dakota lawmakers approved funding for a $650 million prison in Sioux Falls, but State Rep. Mike Derby suggests studying North Dakota’s system.
Mitchell Approves $3.39 Million Loan for North Ohlman Street Utility Project and Roundabout
The Mitchell City Council has approved seeking a $3.39 million state loan to replace century-old sewer, water, and storm drainage lines on North Ohlman Street.
Sioux Falls Man Charged With Murder After Deadly Stabbing on North Dakota Avenue
Sioux Falls Police say 70-year-old James Lipscomb died after being stabbed Monday on North Dakota Avenue.
South Dakota AG Marty Jackley Praises North Dakota’s Decision Not to Challenge Carbon Pipeline Eminent Domain Ban
South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley says he appreciates North Dakota AG Drew Wrigley’s decision not to pursue legal action against South Dakota’s new law banning eminent domain for carbon pipelines.
Judge Revokes Bond for Sioux Falls Man in Deadly DUI Crash That Killed Two Teens
A judge has revoked the bond of Damion Laurelez, a Sioux Falls man facing manslaughter charges after a fatal crash that killed two teens and injured several others. Laurelez tested positive for THC during a motions hearing, leading to his bond being reset at $300,000.
Sioux Falls Man and Woman Arrested After Parking Dispute Leads to Aggravated Assault, DWI, and Weapons Charges
Sioux Falls Police arrested 48-year-old Mary Loyer and 43-year-old Raymond Shimel after a parking dispute in the 200 block of North Fairfax Avenue escalated into an aggravated assault.
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Sports Roundup: Wednesday 10/1/25
Mitchell Soccer The Kernel soccer teams are set to compete again tomorrow. They are traveling over to play West Central…
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Hurricane Imelda rumbles toward Bermuda as airport, schools and government offices close
Hurricane Imelda barreled toward Bermuda on Wednesday as forecasters warned that it could swipe past the tiny British territory as a Category 2 storm.
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What happens now that a government shutdown is underway
Washington is bracing for what could be a prolonged federal shutdown after lawmakers deadlocked and missed the deadline for funding the government.
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FIFA World Cup 2026 tickets go on sale amid high demand and many uncertainties
Not even half of the spots in the 48-team field have been claimed. The schedule of matches won't be finalized until December. And other than host nations U.S., Canada and Mexico, nobody has any idea where or when they'll be playing.
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Roger Federer leads the 2026 nominees for the International Tennis Hall of Fame
Roger Federer leads the list of nominees announced Wednesday for the International Tennis Hall of Fame's class of 2026. He was the first man to win 20 Grand Slam singles titles and ushered in an era of unprecedented greatness with younger rivals Rafael Nadal and Novak Djokovic.
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Lights, camera, action. Taylor Swift's 12th studio album, "The Life of a Showgirl," arrives Friday. Are you ready for it?
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Tarik Skubal’s 14 strikeouts propel Tigers past Guardians in Game 1 of AL Wild Card Series
Tarik Skubal tied Detroit's postseason record with 14 strikeouts and the Tigers beat the Cleveland Guardians 2-1 on Tuesday in Game 1 of their AL Wild Card Series.
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Nicole Kidman files for divorce from Keith Urban after 19 years of marriage
The 58-year-old Oscar-winning actor petitioned on Tuesday to end her marriage to the 57-year-old Grammy winning country singer in a Nashville court. The documents state the couple has undergone "marital difficulties and irreconcilable differences."
ROAD CLOSURE – 700 BLOCK WEST HANSON – 10-1-2025
The 700 Block of West Hanson Avenue from Minnesota Street to Montana Street for Gas Main Improvements will be closed…
Olivet Man Charged in Child Sex Abuse Case
A 35-year-old Olivet man, Jacob Constant, has been indicted on multiple felony charges, including rape, aggravated incest, sexual contact with a child, and sexual exploitation of a minor. Authorities say the abuse began online and escalated over several months.