National
2 months ago
System over Florida has potential to develop into tropical depression, weather service says

A drenching weather system moving across Florida on Tuesday wasn’t even a tropical anything but has the potential to develop into a tropical depression as it moves into the northeastern and northern Gulf later in the week, according to National Weather Service forecasters.

Entertainment
2 months ago
At Emmys, love for ‘Shrinking,’ but nothing for Ted Danson and chilly goodbye for ‘Handmaid’s Tale’

As expected, Emmy voters heaped love on the so-called “Big Four” of comedy — “Hacks,” “The Bear,” “Abbott Elementary” and “Only Murders in the Building.” Many of those competing in the drama categories were likely just happy the Emmy-gobbling “Shogun” is between seasons.

National
2 months ago
Private spaceflight ends with a Pacific splashdown for astronauts from India, Poland and Hungary

By MARCIA DUNN AP Aerospace Writer CAPE CANAVERAL, Fla. (AP) — A private spaceflight […]

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Government
2 months ago
Rounds Secures National Defense Victories in Senate Armed Services Committee’s Fiscal Year 2026 NDAA

Committee version of the bill authorizes $406 million for projects in South Dakota, $3.4 billion for B-21 procurement

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Government
2 months ago
SD pleads with Trump administration to release education funds

MITCHELL, S.D. (MITCHELLNOW) Like many school districts across the country, South Dakota administrators are unsure […]

Entertainment
2 months ago
The Emmy nominations are here. ‘Severance,’ ‘The White Lotus’ and ‘Adolescence’ could have a big day

“Severance” could separate itself from the competition and reach the upper echelons of the Emmy Awards when nominations are announced Tuesday…

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Sports
2 months ago
Sioux Falls’ Marcus Phillips Drafted 33rd Overall By Boston Red Sox

Sioux Falls native Marcus Phillips has been selected 33rd overall by the Boston Red Sox in the 2025 MLB Draft, marking a major milestone in the rising pitcher’s career. Phillips, a Roosevelt High School graduate, received the news during a private draft party surrounded by friends and family. After starting his college career at Iowa Western Community College, he transferred to the University of Tennessee, where he became a key starter and helped lead the Volunteers to a College World Series title.

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Business
2 months ago
NOPE Responds After Losing Court Battle Over Prison Site

A major legal setback has hit Neighbors Opposing Prison Expansion (NOPE), as the South Dakota Supreme Court ruled against the group’s effort to block construction of a new men’s state prison in rural Lincoln County. The ruling ends a nearly two-year legal battle, but NOPE leaders say they respect the court’s decision and remain committed to their mission.

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Farm
2 months ago
POET Teams Up with Antora, Otter Tail Power on Clean Energy Project Near Big Stone City

Sioux Falls-based POET is advancing efforts to reduce its carbon intensity score by launching a new clean energy project near its Big Stone City plant. In partnership with California energy firm Antora and Minnesota-based Otter Tail Power Company, the project aims to cut emissions and support long-term sustainability goals.

National
2 months ago
The inflation from tariffs that economists feared begins to emerge

Inflation rose last month to its highest level since February as President Donald Trump’s sweeping tariffs push up the cost of a range of goods, including…

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