South Dakota Senator and Senate Majority Leader John Thune spoke out as the federal government entered a shutdown, attributing the impasse to Democrats’ far-left demands. Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer called it a Republican shutdown. Government operations will remain closed until Congress approves a new funding bill, Thune told Bret Baier of Fox News.
Sioux Falls Thrive, known for its work in food security, affordable housing, and youth enrichment, is closing operations.
South Dakota lawmakers approved funding for a $650 million prison in Sioux Falls, but State Rep. Mike Derby suggests studying North Dakota’s system.
The Mitchell City Council has approved seeking a $3.39 million state loan to replace century-old sewer, water, and storm drainage lines on North Ohlman Street.
Sioux Falls Police say 70-year-old James Lipscomb died after being stabbed Monday on North Dakota Avenue.
South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley says he appreciates North Dakota AG Drew Wrigley’s decision not to pursue legal action against South Dakota’s new law banning eminent domain for carbon pipelines.
A judge has revoked the bond of Damion Laurelez, a Sioux Falls man facing manslaughter charges after a fatal crash that killed two teens and injured several others. Laurelez tested positive for THC during a motions hearing, leading to his bond being reset at $300,000.
Sioux Falls Police arrested 48-year-old Mary Loyer and 43-year-old Raymond Shimel after a parking dispute in the 200 block of North Fairfax Avenue escalated into an aggravated assault.
A 35-year-old Olivet man, Jacob Constant, has been indicted on multiple felony charges, including rape, aggravated incest, sexual contact with a child, and sexual exploitation of a minor. Authorities say the abuse began online and escalated over several months.
Mitchell is honoring the legacy of Alice Claggett, the city’s only female mayor, who has died at 97. Claggett served three terms from 1998 to 2006, helping bring Cabela’s to Mitchell, advocating for affordable housing, and supporting the creation of the local skate park.