
Four people were hospitalized after a car crash near Lake Mitchell early Friday morning. Around 1 a.m., a Pontiac Grand Prix struck a tree between the boat dock and the Prehistoric Indian Village. Two juveniles were treated at the scene, while two other teens fled the area. Authorities later located one near Main and Norway, and the other turned himself in at the police station hours later. The incident remains under investigation as officials work to determine the cause of the crash.

A woman is dead following a head-on crash in northeastern Sioux Falls Thursday morning. The collision occurred on East Rice Street near Veterans Parkway when an SUV reportedly crossed into oncoming traffic, striking a car.

A Dell Rapids High School student is facing legal and disciplinary action after a shotgun and ammunition were found in their car during a routine lockdown drill. Authorities say a drug-sniffing dog alerted deputies to the vehicle in the school parking lot, prompting a search.

Samir Albaidhani, a 25-year-old suspect involved in a police shooting and high-speed pursuit in Sioux Falls, has now been indicted in Union County. Authorities report Albaidhani faces 15 total charges, including felony attempted first-degree murder and aggravated assault on law enforcement officers.

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As the 85th Sturgis Motorcycle Rally approaches, the City of Sturgis is scaling back city-sponsored events due to budget cuts. With only four official events planned, officials say the focus will be on safety and cleanliness, ensuring the rally experience remains strong.

A van crashed into Truks-N-Trykes 2 Daycare in Sioux Falls on Wednesday morning. No injuries were reported, and all children were safely in classrooms. The daycare will be closed for at least a week for repairs, according to owner Jeremy Cotton.

Caleb White of Mitchell, SD, pleads not guilty to felony child abuse after a domestic incident involving a 2-year-old. Police reports cite photos of injuries, and White reportedly admitted to the abuse in a March interview. His jury trial is set for August 2025.

A $20,000 arrest warrant has been issued for Dustin Feistner of Mitchell, SD, after missing a felony court arraignment. Feistner faces charges of unlawful entry and bribery, tied to a March 2nd incident at the Siesta Motel. His criminal record includes drug and assault offenses.

Julian Beaudion of Sioux Falls becomes the first Democrat to enter South Dakota’s 2026 U.S. Senate race, challenging incumbent Republican Mike Rounds. A former state trooper and local business owner, Beaudion brings grassroots experience to the statewide campaign.