Wind speed continues to increase throughout the day on Wednesday, Dec. 21, 2022, causing snow squalls and blizzard like conditions across much of South Dakota. Wind speeds and wind chill temperatures are expected to become even more dangerous overnight and throughout Thursday, Dec. 22, 2022. There are currently No Travel Advisories in place on many […]

Here’s some good news for people hitting the road for the holiday season. Gas prices keep falling. The national average for a gallon of regular is now $3.14, according to AAA. That’s down 54 cents from last month and a low not seen since July 2021. Analysts at GasBuddy say the national average could once […]

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (AP) — South Dakota’s ethics board has dismissed a complaint against Gov. Kristi Noem for using state government aircraft to attend events hosted by political organizations because state law does not define what is meant by “state business.” The three retired judges on the Government Accountability Board evaluating the complaint met after […]

Here’s what you need to know to stay safe: With forecasted wind chills as low as -60 degrees, frostbite can occur in as little as five minutes. Make sure you have as little exposed skin as possible. Some of the signs of frostbite are numbness and your skin changing color. If you are experiencing these […]

For Immediate Release:  Saturday, Dec. 17, 2022 Contact:  Craig Smith, Director of Operations, 605-773-5155 PIERRE, S.D. – The South Dakota Department of Transportation (SDDOT) says Interstate 90 has been fully reopened across the state. Due to the cold temperatures and windy conditions, applying chemical and salt are not effective treatment options. Travelers should expect to encounter […]

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (AP) — South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem has called for a review of the state’s investments to determine if it has stakes in Chinese companies. The Republican governor, who is seen as a potential contender for her party’s nomination to run for president in two years, has taken aim at the state’s […]

SIOUX FALLS S.D. (AP) — South Dakota prosecutors have dropped all charges against the head of an Indigenous-led advocacy organization stemming from a protest during then-President Donald Trump’s visit to Mount Rushmore. NDN Collective President Nick Tilsen was among those arrested July 3, 2020, when the protest seeking return of the Black Hills to Lakota […]

UPDATE FROM EARLIER STORY: The City of Spearfish has downgraded their travel restriction to “No Travel Advised.” This means that travel is now allowed, but the city still recommends avoiding travel if possible. — The City of Spearfish upgraded its travel restriction to “No Travel Allowed” on Thursday, December 15, 2022. The city says most […]

RAPID CITY, S.D. – Interstate 90 (both eastbound and westbound) will be closed from Rapid City to the Wyoming state line beginning at 10 a.m. (MT) / 11 a.m. (CT) on Thursday, Dec. 15, 2022. This section of I-90, which was reopened on Wed., Dec. 14, 2022, is being closed once again due to continued snow […]

For Immediate Release:  Wednesday, Dec. 14, 2022 Contact:  Craig Smith, Director of Operations, 605-773-5155 PIERRE, S.D. – Due to the continued impact of the strong winter storm system moving through the state, the South Dakota Department of Transportation (SDDOT) anticipates additional closures on Interstate 90 and Interstate 29. Substantial snow totals and sustained high winds are […]