A high-speed chase ended in a crash on the night of February 27th, 2025, when a driver, Steven Rath of Mitchell, led authorities on a pursuit after speeding at 115 mph on Highway 37 north of Mitchell. The chase, which started around 10:45 PM, quickly escalated as Rath ignored law enforcement’s attempts to stop him.
If Governor Rhoden approves, local law enforcement will gain stronger tools to combat the growing problem of street racing in South Dakota. The South Dakota House has passed a bill aimed at increasing penalties for street racing, a measure introduced by law enforcement officials in Sioux Falls in response to the rising issue.
A high-risk offender, Dillon Harrington, who was released from prison last week, is already back in custody. Just hours after his release early Thursday morning, Harrington was booked into the Minnehaha County Jail as a “Fugitive of Justice.” He is wanted in Lyon County, Iowa, for Obstructing Prosecution or Defense. Harrington, a 30-year-old convicted sex offender, had just completed a drug sentence in Beadle County and was reportedly planning to live in Wolsey upon release. Secretary of Corrections Kellie Wasko had previously warned of Harrington’s high risk to reoffend, based on his criminal history and institutional assessments, making his release a matter of significant concern.
Officials are sending out a warning about a high-risk offender who will be released from prison this week. The State DOC says Dillon Harrington is set to be released today and plans to live in the town of Wolsey.
Funds for South Dakota’s new men’s prison ends in defeat, another measure is advancing in the Legislature that would create an Incarceration Task Force.
Lawmakers will reconsider measure after one vote margin on Monday
Smithfield Meats in Sioux Falls has been fined by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration.
Local law enforcement and experts are reminding residents about the dangers of meth in South Dakota. Sam Clemens with Sioux Falls Police said meth is as big of a problem as it’s ever been.
Governor Larry Rhoden is naming his new secretary of veteran affairs.
South Dakota’s 2024 crime report shows a small uptick in criminal offenses, with the total rising by 1.21%.