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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Sen. Mike Rounds says he is increasing pressure on the U.S. Postal Service to address ongoing mail delays in South Dakota. Rounds is pushing for the return of a regional processing facility he believes would improve delivery service for rural residents.
Governor Larry Rhoden told producers at the South Dakota Farmers Union State Convention that he will continue advocating for the state’s agriculture industry in Pierre and Washington, D.C. Rhoden highlighted economic challenges, federal issues, and the resilience of South Dakota’s ag community.
South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley has issued a cease and desist order to Mayday Health over digital gas-station ads promoting abortion pills. The state says the messages violate South Dakota law, while the company argues the ads are protected free speech.
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.
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.