A 38-year-old Rapid City man has been sentenced to nine years in federal prison in a child exploitation case. Federal officials say Jackson Moss of Rapid City was sentenced August 3rd by U.S. District Judge Camela C. Theeler after pleading guilty to receiving illegal child exploitation material. According to court reco...

As the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally brings hundreds of thousands of riders to the Black Hills, weather officials are urging visitors to stay alert for fast-developing storms. National Weather Service meteorologist Aaron Woodward says motorcyclists are especially vulnerable because they're exposed to wind, rain, and hail. H...

The Hill City Volunteer Fire Department is reminding residents and visitors that campfires are still allowed on private property in Pennington County, provided a valid campfire permit has been obtained. Fire officials say Pennington County has not enacted a countywide burn ban, even as neighboring counties continue to ...

Murder charges have been dismissed against two men accused in connection with the disappearance of Beverly Ann Ulrich, who was last seen in Belle Fourche more than two decades ago. The Butte County State's Attorney's Office announced it is dropping murder charges against Steven Lee Ulrich of Belle Fourche and Max Richa...

An 18-year-old Wall woman was killed in a single-vehicle rollover crash south of Scenic Monday morning. The South Dakota Highway Patrol has identified the victim as Kristina Yellowhawk, 18, of Wall, who died from injuries sustained in the crash. The accident occurred just before 8:00 a.m. near the intersection of Bombi...

A Rapid City man has been sentenced to 12 years in federal prison in a child exploitation case involving the use of artificial intelligence. Federal Judge Camela Theeler handed down the sentence to Alex Badura in federal court in Rapid City. Badura previously pleaded guilty to two counts of receipt of child sexual abus...

A proposed reconstruction project on U.S. Highway 85 in the northern Black Hills is drawing significant public attention as state officials seek to improve one of the region's most scenic, and crash-prone, roadways. The South Dakota Department of Transportation plans to rebuild a 16-mile stretch of Highway 85 between t...

Monument Health says it's entering this year's Sturgis Motorcycle Rally with more care locations than ever before, expanding access to medical services across the region as hundreds of thousands of visitors arrive in the Black Hills. The health system has added three care sites in the Rapid City area over the past year...

As thousands of visitors arrive for the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, local fire officials say the event has not historically created a significant fire problem in the Black Hills region. Pennington County Fire Services acknowledges wildfire conditions are elevated this year, but officials say they do not expect rally week...

As thousands of visitors arrive for the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, local fire officials say the event has not historically created a significant fire problem in the Black Hills region. Pennington County Fire Services acknowledges wildfire conditions are elevated this year, but officials say they do not expect rally week...

A motorcycle rider is in critical condition after colliding with two deer while traveling to the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. The crash happened on Highway 78 near Burns, Oregon. According to friends traveling with the rider, Frank Ulrich was riding ahead of a five-person caravan at more than 60 miles per hour when he str...

South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley has joined a bipartisan coalition of attorneys general urging Congress to maintain federal restrictions on intoxicating hemp-derived products. In a letter sent to congressional leaders, the coalition asked lawmakers not to reopen what they describe as a loophole created by th...

A Deadwood Trolley caught fire Wednesday morning along Interstate 90 near Sturgis, prompting a response from emergency crews in Meade County. According to witnesses, along with photos and video shared by the South Dakota Department of Transportation, the fire broke out shortly before 11 a.m. The trolley was pulled to t...

Senate Majority Leader John Thune is promoting a new five-year farm bill that he says would deliver stronger support for South Dakota farmers, ranchers, and rural communities. The proposal, introduced by Senate Agriculture Committee Chairman John Boozman, is scheduled for committee consideration this week. According to...

New details are emerging about South Dakota Governor Larry Rhoden's decisive Republican runoff victory last month. Congressman Dusty Johnson has confirmed that he quietly provided campaign support to Rhoden following Johnson's own third-place finish in the June gubernatorial primary. According to Johnson and the Rhoden...

The South Dakota Highway Patrol has identified a Sioux Falls woman who died in a single-vehicle crash Saturday near Rochford in the Black Hills. Authorities say 72-year-old Randall Lee Hillman was driving a 2025 Can-Am Spyder RT on South Rochford Road near Seven Hills Road when he failed to negotiate a curve. The three...

Firefighters are responding to a wildfire burning approximately three miles west of Fairburn in southern Pennington County. Officials estimate the fire has burned about 22 acres, but crews report that forward progress on the blaze has been stopped. At this time, there are no evacuation orders, no road closures, and no ...

Rapid City Police are investigating the death of a man found unresponsive Sunday evening near the intersection of West Boulevard and Saint Charles Street. Officers were dispatched to the area shortly after 8 p.m. after receiving a report of a male subject lying in the grass. When police arrived, they determined the man...

Rapid City Police are investigating the death of a man found unresponsive Sunday evening near the intersection of West Boulevard and Saint Charles Street. Officers were dispatched to the area shortly after 8 p.m. after receiving a report of a male subject lying in the grass. When police arrived, they determined the man...

Rapid City Police are investigating an armed robbery that occurred early Friday morning at the Circle K convenience store on Caregiver Circle. Officers were dispatched to the store shortly after 4 a.m. after an employee reported that two unidentified men entered the business, grabbed packages of alcoholic beverages, an...

A 67-year-old Sioux Falls woman has died following a single-vehicle crash near Rochford on Saturday. According to the South Dakota Highway Patrol, the crash occurred on South Rochford Road near Seven Hills Road when the driver of a 2025 Can-Am Spyder RT failed to negotiate a curve. The three-wheeled motorcycle left the...

Firefighters are once again battling the Bigly Fire near Sheridan Lake after the wildfire reignited over the weekend. The lightning-caused fire, burning between 10 and 15 acres off Victoria Lake Road, had previously been declared controlled on July 30. However, when crews returned Saturday to monitor the burn area, the...

Firefighters are battling two active wildfires near Devils Tower in northeastern Wyoming, prompting evacuations and the temporary closure of the national monument. The larger of the two fires, the 282-acre Left Creek Fire, remains at zero percent containment. The blaze has triggered Level 3 "GO" evacuations i...

The Sturgis Motorcycle Rally is already coming to life at Black Hills Harley-Davidson, where vendors, riders, and dealership staff spent the weekend preparing for one of the biggest events of the year. At Exit 55, crews rolled out a large inventory of new and used motorcycles and completed setup of the massive vendor t...

Drivers in Rapid City and Pennington County should prepare for several road construction projects and traffic changes in the coming days. Beginning Monday, Homestead Street in Rapid City will be reduced to one lane between Turbine Drive and Elk Vale Road while crews install a new sanitary sewer line. The lane closure i...

Questions continue to surround the cyberattack that disrupted Pennington County computer systems last month, and cybersecurity experts say a foreign adversary may be responsible. County officials first reported a cybersecurity incident on July 5 that affected portions of the county's network and temporarily disrupted s...

An 18-year-old Pine Ridge man is facing felony charges after allegedly forcing his way into a Rapid City apartment and threatening a resident with a handgun. Rapid City Police say officers responded just before 1 a.m. Thursday to an apartment in the 200 block of East Knollwood Drive after receiving a report of a man en...

Officials are reminding residents that burn bans remain in effect in both the City of Deadwood and throughout Lawrence County despite recent rainfall. The restrictions prohibit all outdoor burning and several activities that could spark a wildfire. Officials say smoking is only allowed inside a closed vehicle or buildi...

Deadwood historic preservation officials are recommending the city pursue renewed Certified Local Government status, a designation they say could strengthen preservation efforts and open the door to additional grant funding. In a memorandum to the Historic Preservation Commission, Historic Preservation Officer Kevin Ku...

A historic Deadwood landmark is officially back in private hands following a restoration effort led by the city. Deadwood officials have transferred ownership of the iconic Wild Bill Bar sign to the bar's owners, marking the completion of a restoration and relocation project years in the making. Historic Preservation O...

South Dakota State Representative Travis Ismay of Newell has pleaded not guilty to a felony charge of intentionally damaging a highway. Ismay was arraigned Wednesday morning at the Butte County Courthouse alongside his attorney. A judge scheduled a non-evidentiary motions hearing for August 27. Prosecutors allege Ismay...

South Dakota Governor Larry Rhoden is urging livestock producers affected by recent extreme heat to contact the Farm Service Agency and document any losses. Rhoden says ranchers across the state are experiencing significant impacts from the hot, dry conditions, and reporting those losses is an important step in determi...

South Dakota Governor Larry Rhoden has won the state's first-ever Republican gubernatorial runoff election and will advance to the November general election. The Associated Press called the race just minutes after polls closed Tuesday evening. Unofficial results from the South Dakota Secretary of State's Office show Rh...

Authorities are investigating a drowning at Hippie Hole, a popular swimming and cliff-jumping destination in the Black Hills. The Pennington County Sheriff's Office says deputies were called to the area around 10:30 Tuesday morning after receiving reports of a possible drowning. Emergency crews responding to the scene ...

South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley is joining attorneys general from across the country in calling for tougher federal action against scam robocalls and fraudulent text messages. Jackley and attorneys general from all 50 states and U.S. territories are urging the Federal Communications Commission to expand so-...

A hiker who broke a leg near the summit of Black Elk Peak was rescued Saturday morning with help from the South Dakota Army National Guard. Custer County Search and Rescue was called to the area just before 9 a.m. after the hiker reportedly slipped on rocks and suffered a broken leg near the peak. The South Dakota Army...

South Dakota's Badlands National Park has been recognized as the state's first International Dark Sky Park, earning the designation from DarkSky International. The 244,000-acre park is known for its dramatic landscapes and some of the darkest night skies in the region. It is now one of just 40 National Park Service sit...

After two decades of service, Lead Building Inspector Dennis Schumacher is retiring, bringing to a close a career that spanned much of the city's recovery following the closure of the Homestake Mine. When Schumacher joined the city in 2005, Lead was struggling with economic decline, abandoned properties, and limited re...

U.S. Senator Mike Rounds has been appointed to serve on the U.S. Air Force Academy's Board of Visitors, a congressional panel that provides independent oversight and recommendations on academy operations. Rounds said he is honored to join the board, noting that one of the most rewarding parts of his job as a senator is...

A 23-year-old Box Elder man has been arrested on attempted murder charges following an early morning shooting in Rapid City. Police were dispatched around 3:10 a.m. Sunday to the area of Van Buren Street and Dilger Avenue after receiving a report of a shooting. Officers arrived to find an adult male victim walking in t...

A Rapid City man has been sentenced to 15 years in federal prison after being convicted of multiple crimes involving the attempted sexual exploitation of a minor. U.S. Attorney Ron Parsons announced that 23-year-old Kyle Beck was sentenced July 24 by U.S. District Judge Karen Schreier. In addition to the prison term, B...

Pennington County officials say recovery efforts continue following a recent cybersecurity incident, with most county offices remaining open and operational despite some ongoing service limitations. The Treasurer's Office has resumed motor vehicle transactions and is once again accepting all forms of payment, though cu...

The Rapid Valley Volunteer Fire Department will honor the legacy of longtime firefighter and former Chief Don "Kobie" Kobes with a memorial dedication ceremony on August 2. The event will take place from 4 to 5 p.m. at the Rapid Valley fire station, where a permanent memorial recognizing Kobes' decades of ser...

A man was arrested Sunday after leading law enforcement on a pursuit in a stolen pickup truck across Meade County. According to the Meade County Sheriff's Office, Faith Police first spotted the suspect and attempted a traffic stop, but the driver fled. Authorities later terminated the chase when it entered Faith's city...

Firefighters across northeast Wyoming spent the weekend battling several wildfires, including one that prompted temporary evacuations near Upton. The largest concern Saturday was the Ponderosa Fire, located off U.S. Highway 16 southeast of Upton. The fire triggered evacuation notices for residents in the Ponderosa Cour...

Firefighters across Meade County spent much of the weekend responding to multiple grass fires fueled by hot, dry conditions and lightning from passing thunderstorms. The Meade County Sheriff's Office says reports of fires came in from several areas, including Red Owl, Fairpoint, White Owl, Faith, and Takini on Saturday...

The City of Lead is moving its annual budget schedule back by several weeks in an effort to make more informed financial decisions. The Lead City Commission approved an ordinance last week that shifts the introduction of the city's 2027 budget to its first meeting in November. In past years, the budget was typically fi...

New fire restrictions will take effect across the Black Hills National Forest beginning Monday as fire danger continues to increase across the region. Forest officials say Stage 2 Fire Restrictions will go into effect at 12:01 a.m. Monday on all National Forest lands in South Dakota and Wyoming, including campgrounds, ...

Rapid City's Downtown Ambassadors are helping thousands of visitors navigate the city while also contributing to a safer and more welcoming downtown environment. The ambassador program, funded by the City of Rapid City and managed by Visit Rapid City, operates daily from early May through September. Ambassadors are sta...

Two students from Sturgis are among six South Dakota teens chosen to serve on the 2026-2027 South Dakota Farmers Union Junior Advisory Council. Ethan Mutter and Riley Mutter were selected through an interview and peer-election process. They will serve alongside Danielle Kruger of De Smet, Logan LaMont of Union Center, ...

Rapid City drivers should expect traffic delays and detours as several construction projects get underway across the city over the next week. The first project begins Friday at the intersection of Fifth and Meade streets, where Dakota Asphalt will make ADA sidewalk accessibility improvements. One lane of traffic will b...

Meade County Sheriff Pat West is asking county commissioners to approve funding for two additional sheriff's deputies as the county continues to grow. West says Meade County's population has increased from about 25,000 residents in 2010 to nearly 32,000 today. Along with that growth, the demand for law enforcement serv...

A woman accused of stealing more than 100 thousand dollars from the Oglala Sioux Tribe's Emergency Youth Shelter has pleaded not guilty in federal court. Tracie Renay Gallego entered the plea Thursday on 17 federal charges, including conspiracy to commit wire fraud, wire fraud, larceny, embezzlement, and theft from an ...

A dangerous high-speed pursuit across western South Dakota ended Friday morning with a suspect in custody near the Wyoming state line. Witnesses said the chase involved a white Toyota Tundra with Texas license plates and began east of Rapid City on Interstate 90. The driver reportedly reached speeds of more than 100 mi...

The Lead-Deadwood School District is proposing a budget for the 2026-2027 school year that reflects declining tax revenue, lower enrollment, and rising operating costs. District officials say changes to South Dakota's property tax laws will reduce revenue from owner-occupied properties by an estimated 1.1 million dolla...

A bipartisan proposal in Congress could expand scientific research at the Sanford Underground Research Facility in Lead and help accelerate the search for new treatments for diseases such as cancer, diabetes, and Alzheimer's. South Dakota Senator Mike Rounds and New Mexico Senator Martin Heinrich have introduced the Ho...

Rapid City officials are encouraging residents to donate old cell phones, tablets, chargers, and cords through the 911 Cell Phone Bank program, which now has a permanent drop-off location at City Hall. The city first hosted a temporary collection drive last winter, during which residents donated more than 400 cell phon...

Monument Health has broken ground on a major expansion project aimed at improving care for mothers, newborns, and children in western South Dakota. The health system on Thursday announced the start of a 63,000-square-foot, $48 million Children's Hospital Expansion at Monument Health in Rapid City. The project will add ...

An Eagle Butte man has been sentenced to three years and six months in federal prison for assault resulting in serious bodily injury on the Cheyenne River Sioux Indian Reservation. According to U.S. Attorney Ron Parsons, 29-year-old Trevin Antonio was sentenced July 13 after pleading guilty to the charge. He was also o...

A Dupree man has been sentenced to 12 years in federal prison for the fatal stabbing of another man on the Cheyenne River Sioux Indian Reservation. According to U.S. Attorney Ron Parsons, 27-year-old Gradyn Blue Arm was sentenced July 13 after pleading guilty to voluntary manslaughter. In addition to the prison term, B...

A local cat rescue is extending a discounted adoption event after no cats found homes during the weekend. A Place for Meow Rescue is offering 50 percent off adoption fees for cats six months of age and older through Sunday at the Rapid City Petco. Rescue officials say all adopted cats are spayed or neutered, microchipp...

New campaign finance records show a national political action committee behind recent mailers in South Dakota's Republican gubernatorial runoff received all of its recent funding from a Pennsylvania billionaire. According to Federal Election Commission filings, the School Freedom Fund super PAC has raised 15 million do...

Near-record temperatures are expected across the Black Hills this weekend, and health experts are urging residents to take precautions against extreme heat. While older adults are among the most vulnerable, experts say pregnant women, young children, people with high blood pressure, those who are overweight, and indivi...

The City of Belle Fourche is reminding residents to place only tree limbs and branches in branch collection piles after debris hidden in a pile damaged city equipment and disrupted operations. City officials say an unidentified item became lodged in a shredder, forcing workers to spend more than an hour removing it and...

A Pine Ridge man has pleaded not guilty to federal charges accusing him of stealing more than $100,000 from the Oglala Sioux Tribe's Emergency Youth Shelter. Patrick Fire Thunder entered the plea Wednesday in federal court. Prosecutors have charged him with 17 counts, including conspiracy to commit wire fraud, wire fra...

Three defendants arrested as part of a major federal drug enforcement operation have pleaded not guilty to conspiracy to distribute a controlled substance. Savannah Backward, Laci Ribitsch and Sara Clifford appeared in federal court Wednesday, one day after federal officials announced Operation Black Book, a multi-agen...

A team of Custer County firefighters is heading to North Dakota after completing a two-week wildfire deployment in Colorado. According to the Fairburn Volunteer Fire Department, Team 625 has been called to assist near Fort Yates, North Dakota. Officials have not yet announced the team's specific assignment. During its ...

Public safety agencies in South Dakota and Wyoming are urging drivers and motorcyclists to stay alert as traffic increases ahead of the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. Belle Fourche Police say a surge in motorcycle traffic is expected in the coming days. Officials are reminding drivers to check blind spots, look twice at int...

An Arizona man has been sentenced to nearly 22 years in federal prison for his role in a fentanyl distribution conspiracy that brought large amounts of the drug into western South Dakota. Thirty-eight-year-old John Parrado was sentenced on July 20th to 21 years and 10 months in prison after pleading guilty to conspirac...

Rapid City Police have identified the woman found deceased Monday morning as 28-year-old Amanda Hart of Rapid City. Officers were dispatched at approximately 6:30 a.m. on July 20 to 1400 Campbell Street following a report of an unresponsive female. Upon arrival, police located Hart and determined she was deceased. As p...

The public is invited to honor a fallen Rapid City soldier next month during a special Fallen Heroes Bridge Dedication Ceremony. The event will recognize the service and sacrifice of First Lieutenant Laurence Radlinger, a Rapid City native who was killed in France during World War II while serving overseas. According t...

South Dakota lawmakers are reviewing nearly $ 39 million in unspent state funding from the fiscal year that ended June 30, a major factor in the state's recently announced $ 69 million budget surplus. The largest share came from the Department of Social Services, which returned about 32 million dollars from its budget....

A new statewide assessment is recommending that South Dakota invest future opioid settlement dollars into addiction treatment and recovery services for people entering and leaving prisons and jails. The report, commissioned by the Department of Social Services, found significant gaps in care for individuals battling op...

The Pennington County Commission has unanimously approved a new half-percent county sales tax aimed at reducing property taxes for owner-occupied homeowners. Commissioners approved Ordinance 796 during Tuesday's regular meeting. The measure creates a 0.5 percent county gross receipts sales and use tax under Senate Bill...

A piece of American history is making its way to the Black Hills next week. The Tunnel to Towers Foundation's Steel Across America Tour will stop at Mount Rushmore on Tuesday, July 28th, at 10 a.m. as part of a nationwide journey commemorating the anniversary of the September 11th terrorist attacks. The tour features a...

Heartland Animal Rescue is asking for community support after helping remove more than 30 kittens and several mother cats from a hoarding situation in Belle Fourche. The organization says it was contacted by a state agency and has since rescued 31 kittens from seven litters, along with their mothers. While many of the ...

The Sturgis City Council has approved a contract for the Avalanche Road Paving Project. At its meeting Monday night, the council accepted a low bid of just over $326,000 from Sacrison Paving. The company submitted the lowest of four bids received for the project. The work will include paving approximately 3,400 feet of...

The Sturgis City Council has approved a new transportation safety plan designed to improve roadway safety throughout the community. The Safe Streets and Roads for All Safety Action Plan was developed in partnership with J.E.O. Consulting Group and provides a data-driven roadmap for future safety improvements. City offi...

Drivers traveling to the 2026 Sturgis Motorcycle Rally should prepare for temporary traffic signals, reduced speed limits, and other traffic changes as thousands of visitors head to the Black Hills. The South Dakota Department of Transportation says temporary traffic signals will be in place from July 31st through Augu...

The City of Sturgis says its ambulance service is now fully staffed and ready for the upcoming Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. City officials thanked everyone who helped spread the word about staffing needs and those who expressed interest in joining the team. The announcement comes as emergency medical crews prepare for one...

The South Dakota Supreme Court has appointed Timothy Barnaud as a magistrate judge for the Fourth Judicial Circuit, the South Dakota Unified Judicial System announced Monday. Barnaud will fill the vacancy created by the appointment of Chad Callahan as a circuit judge. He is scheduled to take the bench July 27. A Belle ...

A Florida man has been arrested following a shooting in Meade County that left a woman hospitalized. Deputies responded to the 21000 block of Pleasant Valley Road Sunday morning after receiving a report of a person who had been shot. When law enforcement arrived, they found an adult woman inside a travel trailer with s...

Rapid City Police are investigating an unattended death after officers were called to a residence on Campbell Street early Sunday morning. Police say they responded to the 1400 block of Campbell Street around 6:30 a.m. for a report of an unresponsive woman. When officers arrived, they found the woman deceased. Accordin...

The Meade County Sheriff's Office is investigating after a person died Friday following an incident in a Sturgis business parking lot. Authorities say a concerned caller reported a driver traveling eastbound on Interstate 90 while displaying a firearm shortly before 11 a.m. South Dakota Highway Patrol located the vehic...

Rapid City Police are investigating a shooting involving multiple juveniles that left two teens hospitalized with serious injuries. Officers were called to the area of East Omaha Street around 8:10 Saturday night. Investigators say two juvenile shooters were involved in an exchange of gunfire. One of the suspected shoo...

Firefighters in Deadwood responded to the same house fire twice on Saturday after the blaze reignited several hours later. Crews were first called to a home along U.S. Highway 14A around 6:30 am Saturday morning and found the structure fully engulfed in flames. Fire departments from neighboring communities were called ...

Several fire agencies responded to a wildfire south of Spearfish on Sunday afternoon. The fire was reported around 1:30 p.m. in the area south of Oliver Street. When crews arrived, firefighters quickly began attacking the blaze and were able to stop its forward progress. Spearfish Fire Rescue was assisted by South Dako...

Emergency crews in Hot Springs responded to a serious equipment accident Monday morning involving a trapped worker. According to responders, crews were dispatched just before 10 a.m. after receiving reports of an overturned piece of equipment with a person trapped underneath. Upon arrival, firefighters found the equipm...

Broadcasters from 31 states traveled to Washington to make what the National Association of Broadcasters hopes will be its final push for passage of the AM Radio for Every Vehicle Act, meeting with lawmakers to stress AM radio's role in delivering emergency alerts and local information. The Capitol Hill fly-in brought ...

Firefighters from multiple departments responded to a grass and hayfield fire near Nisland Monday afternoon that burned approximately 20 acres. According to Butte County Sheriff Fred Lamphere, the fire began around 4 p.m. and was likely caused by a spark from a piece of farm equipment. The blaze ignited dry vegetation,...

As preparations continue for the 86th Annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, city officials say their focus will remain on public safety and core city services rather than hosting a large number of events. During a city council meeting Monday, Sturgis City Administrator Aaron Jordan said the city will sponsor just three offi...

Two crews from the Piedmont Fire Department are heading to Colorado to assist with ongoing wildfire operations. Department officials say Engine 6-6 and Engine 4-10 have been deployed to Grand Junction, where they will be assigned to either an active wildfire or a new fire as conditions require. The deployment comes as ...

New fire restrictions are now in effect at Belle Fourche Reservoir and the Rocky Point State Recreation Area due to extreme heat and dry conditions. The Bureau of Reclamation and South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks announced the restrictions on July 13th, citing ongoing wildfire concerns and existing fire restrictions al...

A catalytic converter has been identified as the cause of a fast-moving wildfire that damaged a home and forced evacuations in Rapid City Tuesday evening. The fire was reported around 6:30 p.m. near West Flormann Street and Skyline Drive. According to the Rapid City Fire Department, the blaze spread rapidly through tim...

The Hill City community is mourning the loss of a local student who was killed in a rollover crash Tuesday afternoon northwest of Custer. According to the South Dakota Highway Patrol, the crash happened around 3:11 p.m. on Medicine Mountain Road, about 11 miles northwest of Custer. Investigators say the teen was drivin...

Much of western South Dakota is facing worsening drought conditions as rainfall totals across the Northern Hills continue to lag well behind normal levels. According to the National Weather Service in Rapid City, communities across the region have received significantly less precipitation this year compared to both 202...

Lead's 100th annual Gold Camp Jubilee is being hailed as a major success, with several local businesses reporting record-breaking sales during the July 2nd through 5th celebration. Lead Area Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Jamie Grangaard told city commissioners Monday that the event succeeded in bringing visito...

A former employee of the Oglala Sioux Tribe has been sentenced to more than six years in federal prison for her role in a multimillion-dollar fraud and money laundering scheme. Fifty-seven-year-old Buffy Redfish of Rushville, Nebraska, was sentenced June 29 to six years and six months in federal prison after being conv...

A Rapid City man faces several charges after allegedly resisting officers and attempting to assault a law enforcement officer. Police were called to the 1600 block of Space Avenue Friday afternoon at approximately 2:10 p.m. after receiving reports of a man attempting to force his way into an apartment building. When of...

Rapid City police say an 18-year-old woman is in jail following a reckless driving incident involving a juvenile runaway and damage to police property. Officers were dispatched to the 1300 block of Atlas Street shortly before 12:40 Saturday afternoon following a report that a juvenile runaway was inside a vehicle. When...

A Tyrannosaurus rex fossil discovered on a ranch in western South Dakota is heading to the auction block in New York City, where experts say it could sell for more than 30 million dollars. The dinosaur, nicknamed "Gus," was found in Harding County in 2021 and is one of the most complete T. rex skeletons ever ...

Governor Larry Rhoden joined state and local leaders Friday for the ribbon-cutting of South Dakota's new women's prison in Rapid City. The facility, located near Interstate 90, was built to help ease overcrowding in the state's correctional system and will house medium- and minimum-security offenders. Officials say the...

More than 1,200 Harley-Davidson motorcycles are headed to the Black Hills for this year's Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. Sturgis Harley-Davidson and Black Hills Harley-Davidson say they'll bring what they believe is the largest Harley-Davidson inventory ever assembled in one location for the 86th Annual Sturgis Motorcycle R...

With temperatures expected to climb into the triple digits this weekend, health officials are reminding South Dakotans to take steps to avoid heat-related illness. More than 700-thousand people nationwide visit emergency rooms each year for heat-related conditions. Health experts say one of the earliest warning signs i...

The South Dakota Board of Elections has rejected a petition from the League of Women Voters seeking changes to rules governing the state's new proof-of-citizenship voting law. The board voted 5-to-2 on Wednesday to dismiss the petition after members determined the League does not have legal standing under state law to ...

A Spearfish man is facing a felony animal cruelty charge after authorities say a dog died while locked inside a house for an extended period of time. Fifty-five-year-old Gary Darland was arrested on Monday. According to court documents, Spearfish police were called to a home on 5th Street to investigate reports of an a...

Motorists traveling on Interstate 90 west of Spearfish should prepare for delays beginning Monday as a pavement repair project gets underway. The South Dakota Department of Transportation says repairs will take place on the eastbound lanes of I-90, with traffic reduced to a single lane through the work zone. The speed ...

The City of Lead is urging residents to take precautions after a black bear was spotted on the outskirts of town in the Kirk area. The warning comes as black bear sightings continue to rise across the Black Hills. South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks officials say documented sightings have increased dramatically in recent...

A Spearfish man has received one of Civil Air Patrol's highest honors for his lifelong commitment to aviation and aerospace education. Lieutenant Colonel Buck DeWeese was awarded the Frank G. Brewer Memorial Lifetime Aerospace Education Award, recognizing his years of service teaching and mentoring future aviators thro...

Questions about the cost of Lead's 150th anniversary celebration drew a large crowd to Monday night's city commission meeting. Members of a citizen watchdog group known as Checks and Balances by City of Lead Community Friends and Neighbors asked city officials for a complete accounting of expenses and revenues tied to ...

A trail runner suffered non-life-threatening injuries Monday afternoon after an encounter with a buffalo on the Lover's Leap Trail in Custer State Park. South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks say the incident happened around 3:30 p.m. when the runner and the buffalo unexpectedly crossed paths. Officials say both were startl...

More South Dakota families are choosing to spend summer closer to home, with tourism officials reporting increased interest in day trips, local festivals, and community events as families look for affordable ways to make summer memories. Travel South Dakota says many visitors are opting for shorter trips and destinatio...

Former Deadwood City Commissioner Blake Joseph has pleaded guilty to several misdemeanor charges as part of a plea agreement reached in Lawrence County. During a July 1 court hearing, Joseph entered guilty pleas to charges including speeding, harassing communication by phone, tampering with a vehicle, and multiple viol...

South Dakota voters are preparing for the state's first-ever gubernatorial runoff election, scheduled for July 28. Republican voters will choose between current Governor Larry Rhoden and businessman Tobey Doeden to determine the GOP nominee for governor. The runoff became necessary after neither candidate received the ...

Construction of Belle Fourche's new police department is more than 60 percent complete and could be ready for officers to move in by mid-November. Police Chief Ryan Cherveny says the modern facility will replace the city's aging schoolhouse-turned-police station and provide much-needed upgrades, including secure eviden...

Hundreds of three-wheeler enthusiasts are expected in the Black Hills as the annual Deadwood 3-Wheeler Rally gets underway this week. Event organizers say more than 500 people are registered, including visitors from Canada and across the United States. The rally begins Saturday with registration and vendors at First Go...

After a decade leading the Spearfish School District, Superintendent Kirk Easton has officially retired, closing out a 10-year tenure marked by major growth, new educational opportunities, and unprecedented challenges. Easton retired after reaching the state's "Rule of 85," which combines a public employee's ...

The City of Spearfish has moved into a Code Green water conservation alert and is asking residents to step up efforts to conserve water. Under the city's Enhanced Voluntary Conservation Alert, residents are encouraged to limit outdoor watering to every other day and only between the hours of 6 p.m. and 8 a.m. City offi...

Local children will have a chance to explore careers in construction and the skilled trades at the Black Hills Home Builders Association's annual Kids Construction Camp. The event is scheduled for Wednesday, July 8th, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Shepherd Hills Housing Development on Isaac Street in Rapid City. Check-i...

The Sturgis City Council has approved an emergency procurement to replace a bucket truck that was heavily damaged in a traffic accident earlier this year. According to Public Works Director Rick Bush, the city-owned truck was struck from behind on May 19 while being used during normal public works operations. The vehic...

The South Dakota Game, Fish, and Parks Commission has approved a new three-year resolution governing depredation hunts used to address wildlife damage complaints across the state. The updated resolution authorizes the department to issue up to 600 depredation permits annually, along with an additional 200 landowner per...

Runners and walkers wrapped up the Fourth of July holiday weekend in Rapid City with a patriotic race through the city's downtown area. The America's 250th Birthday 5K took place Sunday morning at Memorial Park, with participants gathering before the 7:30 a.m. start. Many runners showed their patriotic spirit by wearin...

A 40-year-old Kyle man has been sentenced to two-and-a-half years in federal prison for illegally possessing a firearm as a convicted felon. According to U.S. Attorney Ron Parsons, Marcel Boyd was sentenced by U.S. District Judge Camela C. Theeler to 30 months in prison, followed by three years of supervised release. B...

Police in Rapid City have arrested a 22-year-old Box Elder man following reports of gunfire early Monday morning. According to the Rapid City Police Department, officers were dispatched around 4:25 a.m. to the 100 block of Monroe Street after reports of gunshots in the area. A witness told police they saw a person firi...

Questions about the future of ambulance service in rural Pennington County are drawing attention from local officials. According to Pennington County Commissioner Jerry Derr, the Rapid City Fire Department has informed the county that it can no longer absorb the financial burden of providing ambulance service outside R...

The FBI is offering a reward of up to $25,000 for information leading to the arrest and conviction of those responsible for the 2023 killing of a Pine Ridge Reservation resident. Authorities say 73-year-old Patrick Carlow Senior was found dead inside his home near Oglala on May 19, 2023. Investigators determined the de...

A long-debated uranium mining project in southwestern South Dakota is taking a major step forward after securing its final federal permits. The proposed Dewey-Burdock project, located near Edgemont in Custer and Fall River counties, has spent decades navigating the approval process and has faced numerous legal and admi...

Drivers in Rapid City and Pennington County should prepare for delays as several major road construction projects get underway this week. Beginning Monday, Old Folsom Road will be closed during daytime hours from 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. between Antelope Creek Road and Lower Spring Creek Road. The Pennington County Highway Dep...

The City of Rapid City is conducting an extensive review of its computer systems following a cybersecurity incident that affected portions of Pennington County's network over the weekend. City officials say there is currently no indication that Rapid City systems have been compromised, but an investigation is underway ...

A Rapid City man will spend more than five years in federal prison after assaulting tribal law enforcement officers during a vehicle pursuit on the Cheyenne River Sioux Reservation. Forty-one-year-old Brian Bear Heels was sentenced on June 30th to five years and five months in federal prison after pleading guilty to as...

A state audit has found that some South Dakota motorists paid more motor vehicle excise tax than they owed following the rollout of the state's new 605Drive vehicle registration system. The Department of Revenue launched 605Drive in February of 2025, replacing the previous SDCars platform used for vehicle titles, regis...

A juvenile has died following an ATV crash Monday evening in Lawrence County. Authorities say the crash happened June 29 when an ATV carrying two riders rolled over an embankment in a rural area, causing critical injuries to one of the juveniles. Family members called 911 and began lifesaving efforts before first respo...

While many Americans are preparing for Fourth of July celebrations, one Black Hills resident is celebrating a birthday of his own. Orville the tortoise at Reptile Gardens turned 121 years old this week, making him what staff say is the oldest resident in South Dakota. Visitors gathered Tuesday to celebrate, singing &qu...

A Sturgis man has been sentenced to seven years in federal prison after pleading guilty to receiving child pornography. Federal officials say 21-year-old Luke Basche was sentenced on June 29. He will also serve five years of supervised release and pay more than $48,000 in restitution. According to prosecutors, Basche u...

Severe storms tore through central and eastern South Dakota early Monday morning, leaving significant damage in several communities, including the town of Highmore. The National Weather Service reports wind gusts reached up to 131 miles per hour in the area, strong enough to rip roofs off buildings, overturn vehicles, ...

Lawrence County officials are moving forward with a proposal that could consolidate emergency dispatch services with the City of Spearfish. Sheriff Brian Dean says Spearfish and the county are currently the last in South Dakota to operate separate 911 call centers within the same county. A formal proposal is expected t...

A 20-year-old was seriously injured after falling more than 100 feet from the north end of Boulder Hill over the weekend. The fall prompted a multi-agency rescue effort Saturday, involving more than 20 personnel, including fire crews, search and rescue teams, and Keystone Ambulance. Officials say responders faced diffi...

Sturgis police are reminding riders-especially kids and teens-to follow the rules of the road as electric bike use continues to rise this summer. Officers say they've seen a sharp increase in e-bike activity, along with more calls about unsafe riding, including failure to stop at intersections and pulling into traffic ...

A new South Dakota law increasing penalties for disrupting religious services takes effect July 1. Senate Bill 113 makes it a felony to intentionally interfere with a religious worship service. The measure was introduced at the request of Governor Larry Rhoden. In a statement, Rhoden said the law is aimed at protecting...

With the Fourth of July and the America 250 celebrations approaching, Rapid City Police and Fire officials are reminding residents about local fireworks laws and the safety precautions that come with them. Fireworks are not permitted within Rapid City city limits or the Black Hills Fire Protection District. Only small ...

A package of 10 new laws championed by Attorney General Marty Jackley goes into effect July 1, following approval by the Legislature and the signature of Gov. Larry Rhoden. Jackley says the measures are designed to boost public safety, strengthen government transparency and better protect South Dakotans from online cri...

Black and Indigenous organizers gathered June 29 at Camp Mni Luzahan to launch the Day One Movement, a national coalition focused on land back, reparations and long‑term structural change. Organizers say the movement aims to build a nation that works for everyone over the next 250 years, beginning July 5. They emphas...

The Oglala Sioux Tribe Department of Public Safety is asking for the public's help as investigators search for Daecin High Wolf, a person of interest in a shooting investigation on the Pine Ridge Reservation. Authorities say the case involves two separate shooting scenes early Monday morning, and the investigation rema...

Rapid City crews are increasing mosquito control efforts as activity picks up ahead of Independence Day celebrations. Since May, the city's Parks and Stormwater Drainage divisions have been treating standing water with mosquito‑control briquettes in parks and drainage areas. More recently, spraying has focused along ...

South Dakota drivers are getting a bit of relief at the pump as gas prices continue to fall heading into the busy Independence Day travel period. GasBuddy reports the statewide average price for regular gasoline dropped 8.6 cents over the past week, now sitting at $3.69 per gallon. That's nearly 46 cents lower than a m...

Firefighters near Johnson Siding responded to an unusual call Friday evening-rescuing a horse that became trapped in a roadside ditch. The Johnson Siding Volunteer Fire Department says the incident happened just before six o'clock along Norris Peak Road, when a horse and rider were out for a ride. Officials say the hor...

An Interior volunteer firefighter is expressing gratitude to fellow first responders and the community after being seriously injured while battling a wildfire. Captain John Jessen of the Interior Volunteer Fire Department was hurt June 14 while responding to the South Fork Fire near Crawford, Nebraska. He suffered sign...

Two motorcyclists were injured Sunday afternoon in a crash near Johnson Siding. According to the Johnson Siding Volunteer Fire Department, the crash happened near the intersection of Placerville Road and Highway 44 West. Officials say the riders encountered several turkeys in the roadway and were forced to lay their bi...

Rapid City officials are asking residents and visitors to plan ahead as parking and traffic changes go into effect for the Real America Birthday Bash celebration. The event runs July 1st through the 5th and includes a parade, concerts, a drone show, and fireworks in downtown Rapid City and Memorial Park. Several street...

A Rapid City man has been sentenced to more than a decade in federal prison for his role in a methamphetamine distribution operation. The U.S. Attorney's Office says 40-year-old Lucius Muldrow was sentenced June 15 to 11 years in prison after pleading guilty to conspiracy to distribute a controlled substance. He will a...

Drivers in Rapid City and across the Black Hills are being urged to plan ahead this week as a combination of construction projects, road closures, and holiday travel is expected to impact traffic. In Rapid City, a portion of North Valley Drive remains closed through July 1 for water and sewer work, with detours in plac...

Law enforcement officials reported a spike in impaired driving incidents over the weekend, arresting 10 drivers for driving under the influence between 8 p.m. Thursday, June 25, at 8 a.m. Monday, June 29. Police say several of the arrests were tied to crashes, including incidents that caused property damage and raised ...

South Dakota Senator Mike Rounds has introduced new legislation aimed at banning a specific second-trimester abortion procedure. The bill, known as the Dismemberment Abortion Ban Act of 2026, was introduced alongside Mississippi Senator Cindy Hyde-Smith on the fourth anniversary of the Supreme Court's Dobbs decision, w...

Three businesses in Pennington County have been cited after allegedly selling alcohol to an underage informant during recent compliance checks. According to the Pennington County Sheriff's Office, deputies inspected ten establishments on June third. Seven of those businesses passed, while three were found to be in viol...

U.S. Senator Mike Rounds is asking South Dakotans to speak up about ongoing mail delivery problems as a federal investigation moves forward. Rounds is encouraging residents experiencing delays or unreliable service to submit feedback directly to the U.S. Postal Service Office of the Inspector General. The office is cur...

A child exploitation investigation in Meade County has led to the discovery of a large-scale drug operation at a rural home near Piedmont. According to the Meade County Sheriff's Office, investigators were executing a search warrant on Tuesday at a residence on Deerview Road when they uncovered what appeared to be a si...

Authorities on the Rosebud Sioux Reservation are investigating two separate violent incidents, including a shooting that has led to an active manhunt. Rosebud Sioux Tribe Law Enforcement is searching for a suspect considered armed and dangerous after a shooting at the Sunrise Apartments left an adult woman injured. The...

A South Dakota state lawmaker is facing serious legal trouble following allegations tied to election documents. In Sioux Falls, State Senator Tom Pischke has been charged with two felony counts of filing false or forged instruments connected to the Republican primary election. Authorities say the charges stem from an i...

The South Dakota Commission on Gaming reports Deadwood gaming activity was essentially unchanged in May. The total gaming handle dipped just one-tenth of a percent compared to May of last year. Despite the flat month, overall numbers remain strong. Gaming in Deadwood is up more than nine percent through the first five ...

The Black Hills National Forest is announcing temporary road and recreation area closures ahead of the July third fireworks celebration at Mount Rushmore. Officials say the closures will be in effect July second and third as part of a safety and traffic management plan. Areas impacted include Breezy Point and Wrinkled ...

A Rapid City man is in custody following a multi-agency investigation into allegations involving underage individuals. Authorities say 44-year-old Jesse Victor Joseph was arrested on June 18 after search warrants were carried out the day before by the Rapid City Police Department and the Pennington County Sheriff's Off...

A new affordable housing development is coming to Spearfish, marking a first for federal funding in the Black Hills region. Ground was recently broken on the $9.3 million Peak View Two apartment complex, a 32-unit development planned for the east side of the city. It will be among the first projects to use money from a...

Emergency crews responded to a single-vehicle crash early Monday morning along Highway 16 near Rockerville Road. The crash was reported around 5 a.m., when a vehicle left the roadway and came to rest in a group of trees near the east entrance to Rockerville Road. Responders from Rockerville and Keystone Ambulance arriv...

Drivers in Rapid City and Spearfish should expect delays and changing traffic patterns as several construction projects get underway this week. In Spearfish, work begins Monday on a reconstruction project at Exit 10 along Interstate 90. Crews will focus on intersection improvements, new lighting, and adding a "loo...

Rapid City police are investigating a reported shooting on the city's east side Saturday afternoon. Officers were dispatched around 2:10 p.m. on June 20th to the area of East New York Street and North Lacrosse Street following reports of gunshots. When police arrived, witnesses told them the shots had been fired from a...

Police in Rapid City arrested a 35-year-old man after a DUI-related, low-speed pursuit Sunday afternoon. Authorities say officers were called around 3:50 p.m. on June 21st to a home on Crescent Drive, where a man was reportedly sitting in an SUV and inhaling air duster. When officers arrived, they found the vehicle in ...

Emergency crews responded Wednesday night to a rollover crash involving a side-by-side utility vehicle near Richmond Hill Road, where a driver was briefly trapped inside the wreckage. The Lead Volunteer Fire Department was dispatched at approximately 8:30 p.m. on June 17 following reports of a crash with possible entra...

Pennington County officials are warning residents about scam emails posing as messages from the Planning and Zoning Department. The fraudulent emails often include fake invoices or instructions asking recipients to make payments or take action. Officials say the messages are not legitimate and are not being sent by cou...

The South Dakota Supreme Court has upheld the dismissal of a habeas corpus petition filed by a Rapid City man serving multiple life sentences. Theodore Guzman is currently serving three consecutive life terms along with an additional 15-year sentence, following convictions involving crimes against minors. In its ruling...

One person is recovering after a garage fire in Rapid City on Wednesday afternoon. Fire crews were called to a home on Range View Court just after 4 p.m., where they found light smoke coming from an attached garage. Bystanders told responders everyone had made it out safely, and firefighters quickly located and contain...

A Rapid City man has been sentenced to 10 years in federal prison after pleading guilty to charges related to the attempted online enticement of a minor. Elmer Hopper, 37, was sentenced this week after admitting he communicated over the internet with an undercover agent he believed to be a 14-year-old girl. Authorities...

The Bureau of Land Management has approved early-stage infrastructure work for the proposed Dewey-Burdock uranium project in Fall River County. The decision allows Powertech USA to begin limited construction on about 240 acres of federally managed land. Approved work includes building access roads, installing groundwat...

The Oglala Sioux Tribal Council is calling for the cancellation of a planned Independence Day fireworks display at Mount Rushmore. In a resolution passed June 9, tribal leaders formally opposed the July 3 event, citing treaty rights, wildfire risks, and concerns over protecting sacred land in the Black Hills. The counc...

The South Dakota Department of Transportation is giving the public more time to weigh in on a proposed highway project in the northern Black Hills. SDDOT has extended the written comment period for the planned reconstruction of U.S. Highway 85 from the Wyoming state line to Highway 14A near Cheyenne Crossing. The deadl...

South Dakota Governor Larry Rhoden's office is now accepting applications for its Fall 2026 internship program. The program offers students a chance to gain hands-on experience working inside the Governor's Office and across state government. Interns will assist with a variety of duties, including constituent services,...

Authorities with the Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe are investigating a deadly hit-and-run incident in Eagle Butte. Law enforcement responded Sunday, June 14th, to reports of a vehicle striking a 27-year-old woman. When officers arrived on scene, they found the driver had fled and immediately began providing aid to the vic...

Drivers in Rapid City and across western South Dakota should prepare for delays as a busy week of summer road construction gets underway. Starting Today, Monday, June 15, several projects will bring lane closures, detours, and traffic restrictions throughout the area. On Haines Avenue, crews will close one lane for eme...

Police in Rapid City arrested a 19-year-old man Saturday evening after an alleged assault involving a weapon at a local liquor store. Authorities say officers were called to a business on North Lacrosse Street around 5:15 p.m. on June 14th. Reports indicated a male suspect had entered the store, grabbed alcohol, and to...

Flash flooding swept through Oglala and nearby communities Tuesday night after a powerful storm dumped an estimated six to seven inches of rain and hail in a short time. Emergency officials say streets and drainage areas filled rapidly, with water rising in just 35 to 40 minutes. The sudden surge forced several residen...

A new federal investment aims to expand homeownership opportunities on the Pine Ridge Reservation. The U.S. Department of Agriculture is providing 764,000 dollars to Lakota Funds to help finance home loans for Native American families. The funding makes Lakota Funds the third South Dakota lender to take part in the USD...

Rapid City police are investigating a deadly shooting that occurred early this morning. Officers were dispatched around 12:30 a.m. to a residence on Palm Drive after receiving a report of a shooting. When they arrived, police located a man in the parking lot who was identified as the suspect. Authorities say the indivi...

Authorities in Pennington County are investigating after a man died this morning at Deerfield Lake following an apparent medical emergency. Emergency crews were dispatched just after 10:30 a.m. to a report of a person in distress. First responders found 68-year-old Terry Olson of Brookings, South Dakota. Despite lifesa...

Primary Results Shape South Dakota Races, Trigger GOP Governor Runoff South Dakota's 2026 primary election set the stage for several high-profile races Tuesday, with a crowded Republican gubernatorial contest heading to a runoff and key federal, legislative, and local races taking shape ahead of the November general el...

The search continues today for a missing Black Hawk man, as authorities bring in additional resources. The Meade County Sheriff's Office says twenty-three-year-old Jonah Temple was reported missing by family members after they had not heard from him for about three days. Investigators say his vehicle was found Monday o...

Authorities have identified the teenager who died following a tragic incident at the Belle Fourche Reservoir over the weekend. Fifteen-year-old Sawyer Eck of Belle Fourche will be remembered at memorial services scheduled for Friday, June fifth, at Connection Church in Belle Fourche, according to Kline Funeral Chapel. ...

Minor injuries were reported following a collision between a Sturgis police vehicle and a Cadillac Escalade. Sturgis Police Chief Geody Vandewater says the accident happened when an officer was attempting to catch up with a vehicle involved in a traffic complaint and was traveling westbound on Lazelle. A Cadillac Escal...

The Sturgis City Council has approved a measure to honor a former mayor by renaming a popular outdoor attraction. During Monday night's meeting, council members passed a resolution to rename the Sturgis Downhill Bike Park as the Kevin Forrester Downhill Bike Park. Forrester, who passed away in April, played a key role ...

The Sturgis City Council has approved updates to its municipal election rules. Council members passed the second reading of a revised election ordinance Monday night, bringing city code in line with new South Dakota law. The changes require cities to hold elections either in June, during the primary, or in November, wi...

Nearly 200 new nurses are entering the workforce in western South Dakota this year, helping address a growing need for healthcare professionals. The West River Health Science Center in Rapid City graduated 122 registered nurses in its first full year, with more than half committing to work for Monument Health. Across t...

Organizers say Chesterton Academy of Blessed Alcuin of York plans to begin classes this fall at St. Francis of Assisi Catholic Church, starting with grades nine and 10. The school will follow a classical education model focused on liberal arts, critical thinking, and faith formation. It will be part of a global network...

Gaming activity in Deadwood continues to grow, according to new numbers from the South Dakota Commission on Gaming. Overall gaming handle in April rose 12.5% compared to the same time last year. Slot machines led the way with a 12% increase, while table games saw an even larger jump of more than 22%. Sports betting was...

A former Oglala Sioux Tribe treasurer and a Rapid City woman are facing federal drug trafficking charges tied to fentanyl distribution. Federal prosecutors say forty-nine-year-old Misty Standing Bear is accused of running a years-long operation that brought thousands of counterfeit fentanyl pills into the Rapid City an...

A Sturgis woman is being recognized for her dedication to veterans and military families across western South Dakota. Jessica Kusser has been named the American Legion Auxiliary District 1 Member of the Year, an honor announced during the district's spring meeting in Spearfish. Kusser was recognized for her service wit...

Black Hills State University has released its Dean's List for the spring 2026 semester. A total of 709 full-time students earned the honor, each maintaining a grade point average of 3-point-5 or higher while taking at least 12 credit hours. Another 126 part-time students also received academic recognition, achieving a ...

Rapid City is asking the community to get involved as it prepares for the America 250 "Real America Birthday Bash" happening July first through the fifth. Organizers are looking for volunteers to help with a wide range of events, including a patriotic drone show, community parade, downtown festival, concerts,...

A community fundraiser in Rapid City is making a big impact for residents facing financial hardship. The Bowls of Hope event raised more than ten thousand dollars to help local families struggling to pay utility bills. The fundraiser is hosted by City of Rapid City employees in partnership with St. Vincent de Paul. Org...

Severe thunderstorms are expected to impact western South Dakota and northeastern Wyoming on Tuesday. Forecasters warn the storms could bring large hail, damaging winds, and a slight chance of isolated tornadoes. A level two out of five severe weather risk has been issued for areas including Rapid City and the Black Hi...

With warm weather settling into the Black Hills, Rapid City residents are being encouraged to hit the trails and celebrate the environment. The city's Sustainability Committee has kicked off the sixth annual Earth Day Trail Challenge, running now through June 30. Participants are invited to explore three featured locat...

South Dakota is seeing a major increase in Native American foster homes after the state eased rules for family-based care. Officials say the number of licensed Native foster homes has grown 44 percent since last summer, rising from 93 to 134. The change follows updated kinship care rules that make it easier for relativ...

The South Dakota Highway Patrol is stepping up efforts to keep roads safe this summer. Sobriety checkpoints will be held throughout June in seventeen counties across the state. Those counties include Beadle, Brookings, Brown, Codington, Davison, Day, Fall River, Hughes, Jones, Kingsbury, Lake, Lincoln, Lyman, Meade, Mi...