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Crime
6 months ago
Sioux Falls Daycare Worker Accused Of Abuse

Chelsea Struss, a daycare worker in Sioux Falls, is in jail facing serious child abuse charges. Accused of hitting and pushing toddlers at NXTgen Kidz daycare, the incidents were reportedly captured on camera. She remains in custody at Minnehaha County Jail awaiting her first court appearance.

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Crime
6 months ago
Sioux Falls Man Convicted Of Killing Cats Accused Again

Cory Martinson of Sioux Falls is back in jail after violating probation in a shocking animal abuse case. Already convicted for killing cats, Martinson now faces new accusations of killing four kittens while caring for them.

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Government
6 months ago
Sioux Falls Hazardous Material Call Found To Be Cooking Accident

An incident Wednesday in Downtown Sioux Falls is responsible for a scene that involved more than a dozen emergency vehicles.

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Government
6 months ago
Sioux Falls Officials Brace for Budget Cuts

Sioux Falls city officials are raising financial concerns just three months into the year, as sales tax revenues fall short of projections. Finance Director Shawn Pritchett reported to the city council that anticipated 6% growth in sales tax collections is unlikely to materialize, prompting early discussions about potential budget cuts.

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Crime
6 months ago
Western SD Federal Operation Results in 16 Arrests

A major federal drug-trafficking bust has led to the arrest of 16 individuals in Rapid City and on the Pine Ridge Reservation. The arrests are part of Operation Snowy Ridge, a multi-agency effort targeting drug conspiracy networks.

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Crime
6 months ago
Move Over Laws Highlighted After Deputy Hit

Regional law enforcement agencies are emphasizing Move Over law enforcement following a string of recent crashes, including a serious incident involving a Nobles County, Minnesota deputy.

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Government
6 months ago
DOC Announces Prison Offender Death

The South Dakota Department of Corrections has confirmed the death of inmate Steven Sutter, 77, at the Jameson Annex in Sioux Falls on Monday.

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Education
6 months ago
USD Releases Law Enforcement Guidance For Staff After Rumors

The University of South Dakota is pushing back against a viral social media rumor alleging that ICE agents were present on campus and revoking student visas. The claim, posted by a student organization, prompted USD officials to issue formal guidance for faculty and staff on handling interactions with law enforcement

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Crime
6 months ago
South Dakota State Library Closed To Public

The South Dakota State Library has officially closed its doors to the public, according to an announcement from the South Dakota Library Association. While access to the library’s collection remains available until June 30th

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Crime
6 months ago
Reward Offered For Information On Missing Rosebud Woman

Authorities are actively searching for 22-year-old Savannah Standing Bear, who went missing from the Rosebud Reservation on March 24th. A $5,000 reward is being offered for information leading to her whereabouts. Savannah was last seen in Parmelee wearing a black shirt, jeans, and white Nike shoes.

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