South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley says a DCI investigation determined a Beresford police officer was justified in using deadly force during a Nov. 21 traffic stop.
Senate Majority Leader John Thune says the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026 focuses on military readiness, deterrence, and service member safety, with major impacts for South Dakota.
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has selected Rapid City to receive more than $4.9 million in federal grant funding to expand recycling programs and upgrade waste management infrastructure.
A new AAA Foundation survey shows most American drivers support tougher impaired-driving laws and vehicle safety technology, even as risky behaviors like impaired and distracted driving remain common.
The City of Mitchell Street Department says snow removal in District A will begin at 11 p.m. Monday, with vehicles required to be removed to avoid ticketing and towing.
Sioux Falls Parks and Recreation officials say a $1 million donation from Joe and Jennifer Kirby will support the future Kirby Pool at the planned Frank Olson Indoor Recreation Center.
Sioux Falls police say a 66-year-old man battling cancer lost $67,000 in an online fraud scheme after being promised millions of dollars for medical expenses.
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.
The South-Central Alcohol Task Force conducted alcohol compliance checks in Miner County on Dec. 10, with four establishments passing and one failing. Jake’s Corner in Winfred was cited for failing to check identification.
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.