U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune said Thursday that Congress is nearing a deal to reopen the federal government after 41 days of closure. The Senate is expected to vote soon on a measure to fund key federal programs and temporarily extend government operations.
The DWU Tigers dropped their first game of the year to Mount Mercy, while the Minnesota Vikings came up short against the Ravens and the Timberwolves rolled over the Kings in a dominant road win.
This Veterans Day, Rep. Dusty Johnson honors the more than 60,000 veterans in South Dakota who have served from World War II to today. Johnson has recognized over 1,270 Vietnam-era veterans in commemorative ceremonies across the state, including 37 veterans in Sioux Falls recently.
Saturday could bring some winter‑like precipitation, so plan for cold and possibly slippery conditions […]
Court documents reveal that a stolen firearm was used in this week’s Sioux Falls homicide. 18-year-old Kray Bluebird allegedly stole a rifle and a revolver from a nearby pickup prior to the fatal incident.
Sen. John Thune (R-S.D.) said Democrats are letting their far-left members dictate policy, blocking compromise on government funding and key initiatives.
Nate Franzen, President of Ag Banking at First Dakota National Bank, noted that much of the region’s soybeans are shipped west by rail to China, making the Dakotas especially sensitive to international demand.
Authorities are placing warning signs near crypto ATMs and training business owners on how to spot potential fraud victims, says Sergeant Jake Harris of the Department’s Fraud Division.
High school playoffs, DWU tournaments, and SDSU matchups highlight a packed weekend for local sports fans.
Mitchell High School athletes are being recognized for outstanding performances during the 2025 fall sports season, earning All-Conference and All-State honors across soccer, golf, cross country, competitive cheer, dance, football and volleyball.