Disgraced former U.S. Rep. George Santos is expected to begin serving a seven-year prison sentence on Friday for the fraud charges that got him ousted from Congress.
Tens of thousands of fans — many in costumes — descended Thursday on Comic-Con International, the four-day pop culture spectacle that will feature updates on the new “Predator” movie, “Alien” series and a special appearance by George Lucas.

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With last-place teams getting advantages like favorable schedules and higher draft picks, there have been 25 teams since the 2002 realignment that followed up a last-place finish with a division title the following year.

U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) is partnering with South Dakota’s Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI) to provide specialized training for state agents, under the oversight of Attorney General Marty Jackley.
Hulk Hogan, the mustachioed, headscarf-wearing icon in the world of professional wrestling, has died at the age of 71, Florida police and WWE said Thursday.

The Mitchell City Council has delayed a decision on the proposed $23 million Corn Palace renovation, tabling the project during Monday’s meeting and casting doubt on its future. With a July 31 budget deadline looming, Mayor Jordan Hanson expressed concern over the delay.

Minnehaha County Commissioners are facing calls to reconsider their support of the annual United Way fund drive during county work hours.

A South Dakota legislative committee is tackling long-standing billing issues within the state’s developmental disability care system.

Robert Arnold, a 20-year-old Oglala Sioux Tribe member and student at Dakota State University, has launched his 2026 campaign for South Dakota governor. The young Democrat brings a fresh perspective and early political experience as a former legislative page and intern. Arnold will face a Democratic primary in June, while several Republicans and an Independent have also joined the race.