SOUTH DAKOTA - South Dakota lawmakers are considering a regional approach to ambulance services as they work to address ongoing staffing shortages and funding challenges in rural communities. The Emergency Medical Services Funding Task Force met this week in Pierre and agreed that regionalizing ambulance services could...

CUSTER, S.D. - Thousands of visitors are expected to gather at Custer State Park on September 25th for the 61st Annual Governor's Buffalo Roundup. The event will bring together roughly 1,400 bison as park staff and horseback riders guide the herd into corrals for sorting, branding, and health inspections. The roundup i...

STURGIS, S.D. - Sturgis Police are using non-lethal methods to encourage a group of turkey vultures to leave the Pine Street area. Police Chief Geody Vandewater says officers will be using bird-banger noisemakers over the next several days in an effort to push the birds toward the surrounding hills, where they can roo...

SPEARFISH, S.D. - The Northern Black Hills received a welcome dose of rain over the weekend, bringing much-needed moisture to an area still dealing with severe drought conditions. According to the National Weather Service, some of the highest totals included 2.72 inches in Piedmont, 2.51 inches east of Sturgis, and ju...

CUSTER, S.D. - The Custer Volunteer Fire Department responded to a residential structure fire Sunday morning and successfully contained the blaze without any reported injuries. Firefighters were dispatched just before 11:40 a.m. and found smoke and flames inside the home. The response included 12 firefighters and seve...

STURGIS, S.D. - The City of Sturgis is developing its 2027 budget, with officials working to balance rising costs against expected revenues. Mayor Rod Bradley told the City Council that city leaders have spent the past several weeks reviewing department expenses, revenue projections, and funding needs. The city starte...

PIERRE, S.D. - South Dakota could save an estimated $750,000 a year on prescription drug costs through a new federal Medicaid pricing program announced Friday. Governor Larry Rhoden joined federal health officials at the White House for the unveiling of the GENEROUS Model, a five-year initiative designed to lower Medi...

SOUTH DAKOTA - With absentee voting underway in South Dakota, election officials are reminding residents not to wait until the last minute to mail their ballots. State law allows absentee voting for 45 days before an election, but voters must first make sure they are registered. Those who are not registered must submi...

PINE RIDGE, S.D. - A Pine Ridge man will spend the next decade in federal prison after being sentenced Monday for sexually assaulting a 15-year-old girl in Martin. Richard Garnette previously pleaded guilty to abusive sexual contact. Court documents show Garnette admitted to drinking with the victim and relatives befo...

LEAD, S.D. - The Sanford Underground Research Facility is preparing for the next phase of major upgrades to the Yates Shaft, but officials say federal funding decisions for 2027 will determine when the project moves forward. The first phase of work is already underway, replacing electrical systems on the Yates hoist, w...

DEADWOOD, S.D. - One person was injured after a recreational vehicle rolled over near Deadwood over the weekend. According to Deadwood Fire and Rescue, crews responded to a report of a single-vehicle rollover with possible entrapment near U.S. Highway 385 at mile marker 121. First responders found a Mercedes-Benz RV ov...

RAPID CITY, S.D. - Three people have been arrested after a DoorDash driver's vehicle was stolen and later recovered in Rapid City. Police say the theft was reported around 7 p.m. on Saturday, September 20th at a restaurant on East North Street. The driver told officers they left their blue Nissan running and unlocked w...

WHITEWOOD, S.D. - A Whitewood historian and author is being recognized for her efforts to preserve South Dakota history. Mary Gallup Livingston has been nominated for the Spirit of Dakota Award, which honors women who demonstrate leadership and service to their communities across the state. Livingston, a retired spec...

BELLE FOURCHE, S.D. - The Belle Fourche Volunteer Fire Department has a new leader. Rik Bartels officially became fire chief on September 9, succeeding Aaron Thramer. Bartels has been involved with the department since 2013, serving in multiple roles and returning two years ago after a break from service. As fire chief...

DEADWOOD, S.D. - Thousands of music fans filled the streets of Deadwood this weekend as the community celebrated the 36th annual Deadwood Jam. The festival featured a wide range of musical acts, with country artist Ian Munsick headlining Friday night and blues-rock guitarist Kenny Wayne Shepherd taking the stage Saturd...

PIERRE, S.D. - South Dakotans have an opportunity to help preserve a snapshot of life in the state for future generations. The South Dakota State Historical Society and the South Dakota America 250 Commission are collecting items for a time capsule that will be buried November 2 at the USS South Dakota Battleship Memor...

PIERRE, S.D. - The South Dakota Aeronautics Commission is making more money available for airport projects after the state's aviation fund reached a record balance. Commission members approved two policy changes Thursday aimed at increasing funding for airports across the state. One change raises the cap on assistance ...

CUSTER, S.D. - The Custer County Commission has lifted its countywide burn ban following improved fire conditions. Commission officials rescinded the ban at 8 a.m. Saturday, but residents are being reminded that several fire restrictions remain in place. Stage Two fire restrictions issued by the U.S. Forest Service are...

PIERRE, S.D. - South Dakota Secretary of State Monae Johnson is crossing party lines in this year's race for her successor. Johnson, a Republican, announced Saturday that she is endorsing Democratic candidate Terrence Davis for Secretary of State. In a personal statement, Johnson said her decision is based on her exper...

MITCHELL, S.D. - More than 120 South Dakota Army National Guard soldiers are back home after spending more than 10 months overseas. The 665th Support Maintenance Company returned to South Dakota on September 19 after a 308-day deployment to Germany in support of military operations across Europe. Soldiers were welcomed...

NEWELL, S.D. - A Newell man is dead after a motorcycle crash east of Belle Fourche Saturday morning. According to the South Dakota Highway Patrol, the crash happened just after 7 a.m. on U.S. Highway 212, about 11 miles east of Belle Fourche. Investigators say a 55-year-old man was riding a 2007 Harley-Davidson Electra...

CUSTER, S.D. - The Friends of Custer County Search and Rescue will receive a $15,000 award after finishing as the runner-up in the national Defender Service Awards. Search and Rescue officials say weeks of community voting and support helped secure the funding, which will be used to help crews respond across hundreds o...

RAPID CITY, S.D. - South Dakota ranks among the highest states in the nation for traffic deaths involving people who were not wearing seat belts. According to federal highway safety data, 57 percent of traffic fatalities in South Dakota involved unrestrained occupants in 2024, the fifth-highest rate in the country. Nei...

PINE RIDGE, S.D. - A 53-year-old Pine Ridge man has been sentenced to eight years in federal prison after pleading guilty in a child abuse case involving a young girl. Donovan He Crow was sentenced Monday in U.S. District Court. According to prosecutors, the offense occurred when the victim was between 12 and 13 years ...

PIERRE, S.D. - South Dakota will receive nearly 105-thousand dollars as part of a multistate settlement with auto finance company Credit Acceptance Corporation. Attorney General Marty Jackley says the state's share of the settlement totals just under 105-thousand dollars and will help provide debt relief and payments t...

PIERRE, S.D. - A divided South Dakota Board of Pardons and Paroles has voted to recommend a pardon for a 57-year-old man convicted of sexual contact with a minor in 2001. The man, who has not been charged with another crime since the conviction, told the board he has spent the past 25 years rebuilding his life and rece...

RAPID CITY, S.D. - The final two defendants charged in the death of Michael Ladeaux have entered plea agreements in Pennington County. Thirty-five-year-old Dustin Yatsayte and 25-year-old Joshua Thunderhawk pleaded guilty Thursday to aiding and abetting first-degree manslaughter. Both had originally been charged with s...

SOUTH DAKOTA - South Dakota Secretary of State Monae Johnson is directing county auditors to send updated letters to voters who have been classified as "federal-only" voters, ensuring they receive accurate information about their voting status. The move comes amid a federal lawsuit challenging the state's imp...

SOUTH DAKOTA - More South Dakotans are choosing to vote before Election Day, according to new data from the Secretary of State's Office. The percentage of voters casting absentee ballots increased from 27 percent in 2016 to 32 percent in 2024, reflecting a broader nationwide trend toward early voting. The growth comes ...

SPEARFISH, S.D. - The South Dakota Attorney General's Office and Division of Criminal Investigation are mourning the loss of Special Agent Quincy Kjerstad, who died September 14 after suffering a medical emergency while on duty three days earlier. Kjerstad joined the Attorney General's Office in 2017 as an Assistant At...

PIERRE, S.D. - A three-way race is taking shape for South Dakota Secretary of State, a position that oversees elections, business filings, and other key state records. Republican Heather Baxter, Democrat Terrence Davis, and Libertarian Tamara Lesnar are all seeking the office in this year's election. Baxter says she wa...

RAPID CITY, S.D. - A month-long donation campaign is underway to help South Dakota families facing food insecurity. First Interstate Bank and the Federal Home Loan Bank of Des Moines are matching donations throughout Hunger Action Month, increasing the impact of contributions made to fight hunger across the state. Orga...

ROSEBUD, S.D. - A 32-year-old Norris man has been sentenced to more than three years in federal prison for striking another man in the face with a shovel during an altercation on the Rosebud Sioux Reservation. Chauncy Crow Dog was sentenced Monday after pleading guilty to assault with a dangerous weapon. Federal prosec...

MURDO, S.D. - A 20-year-old Murdo man has been sentenced to two-and-a-half years in federal prison for hitting a man with his vehicle on the Rosebud Sioux Reservation. Dane Menard was sentenced Monday in federal court after pleading guilty to assault resulting in serious bodily injury. Prosecutors say the incident happ...

RAPID CITY, S.D. - Years of drought have nearly emptied Bear Butte Lake, leaving the popular recreation area with just a few inches of water and eliminating its entire fish population. Park officials say the lake has been shrinking for the past three summers due to persistent dry conditions across western South Dakota...

RAPID CITY, S.D. - South Dakota's Game, Fish and Parks Commission has voted to keep existing catch-and-release regulations for muskellunge, also known as muskies, after strong opposition from anglers. The state had proposed allowing anglers to keep one muskie per day if it measured at least 45 inches long. Wildlife of...

SPEARFISH, S.D. - Veterans and active-duty military members will have two opportunities this fall to receive free dental care in western South Dakota. Orchard Meadows Family Dental and Denture Clinic is participating in the national Freedom Day USA program, offering free dental services on October 5 in Spearfish and No...

RAPID CITY, S.D. - Former South Dakota lawmaker, rancher, and agricultural leader Lars Herseth has died at the age of 80. Herseth passed away Sept. 12 at his home near Houghton following a battle with cancer, according to his obituary. A longtime Democratic leader, Herseth served 20 years in the South Dakota Legislatur...

SPEARFISH, S.D. - Fire officials say the Lookout Fire near Spearfish is now fully contained and controlled after burning 444 acres. The fire began September 7 after a hay truck caught fire along Interstate 90 and reignited the following day. At its peak, the response included nearly 150 personnel from local, state and ...

BLACK HILLS, S.D. - Tourism officials are raising concerns that federal funding cuts could impact national parks and public lands across the Black Hills and South Dakota. According to tourism industry leaders, maintenance projects are piling up after the Trump administration froze funding for more than 130 national par...

RAPID CITY, S.D. - Rapid City Mayor Jason Salamun has announced he will not seek another term when his current term ends in 2027. Salamun made the announcement Sunday in a statement posted to social media, saying that by the end of his term he will have spent a decade in local government, including six years on the Rap...

BUFFALO GAP, S.D. - A Buffalo Gap town trustee is asking a judge to block a recall effort against him, arguing the petition does not meet South Dakota legal requirements. Trustee Travis Lasseter has filed a challenge in Custer County Circuit Court, claiming the recall petition contains procedural flaws and should not m...

PIERRE, S.D. - A federal judge is expected to rule next week in a lawsuit challenging how South Dakota notifies voters who are registered as "federal-only." The case focuses on a state law that requires new voters to provide proof of U.S. citizenship. Those who do not provide the required documentation can st...

ROSEBUD, S.D. - A Native-owned business on the Rosebud Reservation is receiving national recognition for its growth and service to the community. Rosebud Building Products has been named South Dakota's 2026 Hardware All Star by industry publication HBSDealer. The company was one of 50 independent hardware stores, lumbe...

LEAD, S.D. - The neighboring Black Hills communities of Lead and Deadwood marked a major milestone this weekend, celebrating their 150th anniversaries together with a series of shared events under the theme, "Two Communities, One Path." The celebration began with the inaugural Homestake Trail Volksmarch, a th...

SOUTH DAKOTA - Firefighters responded to several wildfires across western South Dakota over the weekend and into Monday morning. Near Rockerville, crews stopped the Beretta Fire's forward spread Sunday evening. The blaze, located off Beretta Road northwest of Highway 16 and Silver Mountain Road, burned just over 12 acr...

South Dakota recorded 198 suicides in 2024, up 10 percent from 180 a year earlier, while its age-adjusted suicide rate ranked fifth-highest in the nation, according to federal and state data. The South Dakota Department of Health's annual suicide report confirmed the year-over-year increase. The state's age-adjusted ra...

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SPEARFISH, S.D. - Firefighters have increased containment on the Lookout Fire near Spearfish to 29 percent, while the wildfire remains at approximately 444 acres. Officials say fire activity decreased overnight, allowing crews to stop forward progress on the north side of the fire and focus on strengthening containment...

NEWELL, S.D. - Three people were hospitalized after an accidental shooting Saturday night west of Newell. The Butte County Sheriff's Office says deputies and emergency responders were called to a rural residence, where they found several people at the scene. Authorities say everyone involved knew each other, and three ...

RAPID CITY, S.D. - A man has died after being taken into custody following a reported disturbance at a Rapid City apartment complex late Tuesday night. Police say officers were called to 28 Racine Street around 11:15 p.m. for a report of a man acting erratically and possibly under the influence of drugs. During contact...

RAPID CITY, S.D. - Two of the three people charged in connection with the death of Jason Horned Eagle made their first court appearances Tuesday in Pennington County. Barbara Diaz and Walter Cordon are facing charges including unauthorized dissection of a human body, failure to notify law enforcement or the coroner of ...

LEAD, S.D. - Fall visitors to Wind Cave National Park will soon have an opportunity to experience one of the Black Hills' most recognizable seasonal traditions. The park's annual elk bugling programs begin September 14 and run through October 10. Ranger-led programs will be offered three nights each week and include a ...

SPEARFISH, S.D. - Firefighters continued battling the Lookout Fire near Spearfish on Tuesday, with the blaze holding at approximately 444 acres and remaining 0% contained as of the latest evening update. While crews have not yet established containment, they stopped the fire's forward progress on the north side. Fire r...

PINE RIDGE, S.D. - Fire crews continue making progress on the Needles-Event Fire on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation, but the wildfire has now burned more than 6,000 acres. The fire is located a few miles east of Evergreen and was reported at 60 percent containment as of the latest update. Over the holiday weekend, Al...

DEADWOOD, S.D. - A 20-year-old Minnesota man is facing attempted murder and aggravated assault charges following a stabbing in downtown Deadwood early Sunday morning. Deadwood Police say officers responded to the 300 block of Main Street just after 2 a.m. after receiving multiple 911 calls reporting a stabbing. Investi...

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RAPID CITY, S.D. - The South Dakota Highway Patrol is reminding drivers to slow down and stay alert around school buses during a statewide safety campaign this week. The School Bus Safety Outreach runs from Sept. 8 through Sept. 10. Troopers will partner with local school districts to monitor bus routes, loading zones,...

SPEARFISH, S.D. - Spearfish police are asking for the public's help as they investigate a reported assault near Lions Park. Officers responded around 11:23 a.m. on Friday, Sept. 4, to the recreation path and Lions Park area near North Third Street after receiving a report of an assault involving a woman. Police say the...

GILLETTE, WYO. - Firefighters in Campbell County responded to two structure fires in Gillette in less than 24 hours, leaving four people displaced and one person injured. The latest fire happened Monday morning on Santee Drive, where firefighters arrived to find flames and smoke coming from the back of a home. Crews qu...

DEADWOOD, S.D. - A man was hospitalized following a stabbing in downtown Deadwood early Sunday morning. Deadwood Police say officers were called to the 300 block of Main Street around 2 a.m. after receiving reports that a man had been stabbed. When officers arrived, they detained a male suspect at the scene. The victim...

SOUTH DAKOTA, S.D. - The South Dakota Democratic Party is urging voters to check their voter registration status after thousands switched political parties to participate in this summer's gubernatorial runoff election. Party officials say more than 5,000 voters changed their registration to take part in the runoff, but...

HURON, S.D. - South Dakota Governor Larry Rhoden and Democratic challenger Dan Ahlers met Saturday in Huron for their first gubernatorial debate of the campaign. The debate, hosted by the South Dakota Farmers Union at the State Fair, focused largely on agriculture and other issues affecting rural communities. One of th...

PINE RIDGE, S.D. - Fire crews continue making progress on a wildfire on the Pine Ridge Reservation that has burned more than 6,000 acres. According to Watch Duty, the combined Needles and Event fires are now 30 percent contained. Ground crews and aerial resources are continuing suppression efforts, focusing on establis...

DEADWOOD, S.D. - A road construction project is getting underway on U.S. Highway 14A southwest of Deadwood. Beginning Tuesday, crews will repair a roadway inslope near Deadwood Creek and replace a pipe at the Broken Boot Gold Mine. Two-way traffic will be maintained throughout the project, but a 10-foot width restricti...

DEADWOOD, S.D. - Lawrence County Treasurer Deb Tridle says hundreds of local residents received incorrect letters from Wells Fargo claiming the county was no longer sending special assessment tax bills to the bank. Tridle estimates between 200 and 300 homeowners received the notices, which suggested property owners wou...

BELLE FOURCHE, S.D. - The Belle Fourche Fire Department responded to a fire at the city landfill Monday evening. When crews arrived, they found a fire believed to involve lithium-ion batteries. Fire officials say batteries thrown away in household trash or taken to the landfill can ignite if they're crushed or damaged....

7:20PM PM UPDATE: Firefighters from across the northern Black Hills are battling the rapidly spreading Lookout Fire north of Spearfish after the wildfire ignited Monday afternoon in the Lookout Mountain area. The blaze prompted immediate evacuation orders for several nearby neighborhoods as fire crews worked to protect...

SPEARFISH, S.D. (Sept. 7, 2026) - Firefighters from multiple agencies are battling the rapidly spreading Lookout Fire burning in the Lookout Mountain area north of Spearfish, prompting evacuation orders for nearby residents as crews work to protect homes and contain the blaze. The wildfire was reported shortly after 3 ...

PIEDMONT, S.D. - The City of Piedmont is moving forward with a new ordinance aimed at regulating mining activity near the community. The City Commission approved the first reading of its proposed Tiered Industrial and Mining Protective Ordinance on Tuesday. The measure establishes two regulatory zones outside city limi...

HURON, S.D. - South Dakota's two major gubernatorial candidates will take the stage this weekend for a debate focused on agriculture and rural issues. Republican Governor Larry Rhoden and Democratic challenger Dan Ahlers are scheduled to debate Saturday at 1 p.m. in the Freedom Tent at the South Dakota State Fair. The ...

RAPID CITY, S.D. - South Dakota is introducing a new driver's license and identification card design featuring updated security technology and a refreshed appearance. State officials say the redesigned cards are intended to provide stronger protection against fraud and identity theft while making information easier for...

RAPID CITY, S.D. - Law enforcement agencies across Pennington County are increasing patrols this Labor Day weekend as thousands of visitors head to the Black Hills for one last summer getaway. The Pennington County Sheriff's Office, Rapid City Police Department, and South Dakota Highway Patrol are working together to m...

PIERRE, S.D. - Independent U.S. Senate candidate Brian Bengs is criticizing incumbent Senator Mike Rounds over campaign contributions from artificial intelligence and data center interests as the November election approaches. At a news conference Thursday, Bengs argued that large donors and corporate interests have too...

LEAD, S.D. - Dakota Gold says it hopes to begin gold mining operations in the Lead area by 2029 as the company advances plans for new mining projects in the northern Black Hills. Company President and CEO Jack Henris says Dakota Gold is currently completing a pre-feasibility study and expects to begin the state permitt...

GILLETTE, WYO. - Fire crews are responding to a wildfire burning in Campbell County northwest of Gillette. The blaze, known as the Broken Jaw Fire, has burned at least 226 acres, according to the latest information available. The fire was first reported Wednesday afternoon, and aerial firefighting resources have been a...

PIERRE, S.D. - South Dakota's U.S. Senate race is highlighting a longstanding debate over Medals of Honor awarded following the 1890 Wounded Knee Massacre. Republican Senator Mike Rounds says he wants more information before deciding whether the medals should be rescinded. Rounds, a member of the Senate Armed Services ...

MEADE COUNTY - South Dakota has confirmed its first case of anthrax in cattle this year after illness and deaths were reported in a cow-calf herd in Meade County. State officials say the animals were likely exposed while grazing in Butte County before being moved to Meade County. The diagnosis was confirmed by South Da...

RAPID CITY, S.D. - A 20-year-old Martin man is in custody following a shooting Tuesday night in Rapid City that left one person injured. Police say officers were responding to an unrelated call in the 700 block of East Anamosa Street around 10:45 p.m. when an officer heard gunshots and saw muzzle flashes coming from a ...

SOUTH DAKOTA - South Dakota lawmakers could soon take up legislation regulating the use of automatic license plate reader cameras, commonly known as ALPRs or Flock cameras. Attorney General Marty Jackley says he's drafting a proposal that would establish safeguards for how the technology is used, including potential ru...

PIERRE, S.D. - A South Dakota Public Utilities Commission race is highlighting a growing debate over artificial intelligence data centers and their impact on the state's energy and water resources. Democratic candidate Frank Kloucek is calling for a one-year moratorium on new AI data center projects, arguing the state ...

STURGIS, S.D. - Meade County will receive $1.6 million in state funding to help repair roads impacted by the expansion of Ellsworth Air Force Base. County commissioners approved the funding Tuesday, with plans to use the money on Elk Vale Road, where traffic has increased due to base-related construction. The funding i...

LEAD, S.D. - Scientists working on the LUX-ZEPLIN experiment deep underground in Lead say they have recorded their most compelling hint yet of dark matter, the mysterious substance believed to make up about 85 percent of the universe's mass. Researchers detected a single unusual particle interaction that cannot be easi...

PIERRE, S.D. - South Dakota will receive millions of dollars in federal disaster assistance after severe storms caused widespread damage across the state between June 28 and July 3. Governor Larry Rhoden announced that President Trump approved the state's request for a presidential disaster declaration, covering eight ...

PIERRE, S.D. - South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley has appointed Marlys Big Eagle of Fort Thompson as the state's Missing and Murdered Indigenous Persons Specialist. An enrolled member of the Crow Creek Sioux Tribe, Big Eagle brings 27 years of experience with the U.S. Department of Justice, including work as a...

SPEARFISH, S.D. - A Spearfish woman is facing a felony charge after being accused of embezzling money from the Spearfish Rams youth football organization. According to court records, 39-year-old Ashley Spilman has been charged with grand theft by embezzlement involving more than $2,500 but less than $5,000. An indictme...

LEAD, S.D. - The Lead-Deadwood School District has adopted its budget for the 2026-27 school year, with higher mill levies in several categories as officials work to offset changes in state law. District leaders say a new state cap on owner-occupied property tax levies has reduced potential general fund revenue by an e...

SPEARFISH, S.D. - A major underground obstacle has added an unexpected expense to a sewer improvement project in Spearfish. City officials say crews working on the Colorado Boulevard Sanitary Sewer Upsize Project discovered a large triple-barrel box culvert that was not identified in project plans. The structure is sig...

DEADWOOD, S.D. - Deadwood Fire and Rescue quickly contained a dumpster fire Monday evening outside a newly constructed home in rural Deadwood. Firefighters were dispatched to Pillar Peak Place around 6:30 p.m. and arrived to find a roll-off dumpster fully engulfed in flames. Crews brought the fire under control before ...

STURGIS, S.D. - Firefighters quickly contained a small grass fire north of Sturgis on Tuesday afternoon. Crews from the Sturgis, Vale and Whitewood fire departments responded to the fire along Eden Road shortly before 1 p.m. Neighbors also assisted in the initial response. Officials say the quick action of firefighters...

STURGIS, S.D. - The 2026 Sturgis Motorcycle Rally generated more than $1.4 million in state and local tax revenue, but overall collections were down from last year. According to the South Dakota Department of Revenue, the rally brought in just over $1.4 million in taxes, compared with nearly $1.6 million in 2025, an 11...

RAPID CITY, S.D. - A Rapid City man has been sentenced to nearly six years in federal prison for driving his vehicle toward a tribal police officer during a high-speed pursuit on the Pine Ridge Reservation. Thirty-six-year-old Cody Dittman was sentenced Monday to 70 months in federal prison after pleading guilty to ass...

RAPID CITY, S.D. - A Rapid City man will spend almost a decade behind bars following a sexual contact charge with a minor. William "Billy" Beane Davis, 38, was sentenced to nine years in federal court Monday. Davis, who acted as a father figure to the victim for over a decade, pleaded guilty to abusive sexual...

STURGIS, S.D. - The 20th annual Sturgis Mustang Rally is underway in the Black Hills, bringing Mustang enthusiasts from across the United States and around the world. The five-day event officially kicked off Tuesday with the annual Mustang Brunch in downtown Spearfish, where Main Street was lined with classic and moder...

SPEARFISH, S.D. - Bicycles and e-bikes could soon become more accessible in national parks under a new proposal from the National Park Service. The proposed rule would streamline the process for allowing bicycle access and give park managers greater flexibility to open roads, parking areas and trails to riders. Officia...

SOUTH DAKOTA - More than 130,000 South Dakotans are experiencing food insecurity, according to Feeding America's latest Map the Meal Gap report. As part of Hunger Action Month in September, Feeding South Dakota is raising awareness of the issue and encouraging residents to get involved. The report estimates 130,340 Sou...

SOUTH DAKOTA - The South Dakota Unified Judicial System is asking court users across the state to share their experiences through a month-long public survey. The anonymous and voluntary 2026 Court User Survey is open throughout September to anyone who has interacted with the state's court system, including defendants...

RAPID CITY, S.D. - A Pennington County man has been sentenced to 10 years in prison after admitting to shooting at a passing dump truck on Radar Hill Road. Sixty-year-old Delray Ryckman pleaded guilty in June to discharge of a firearm at an occupied motor vehicle, a Class 3 felony under South Dakota law. During sentenc...

RAPID CITY, S.D. - A regional transportation improvement plan totaling millions of dollars in road, bridge, airport, and transit projects is heading before Rapid City committees this week. The Rapid City Area Metropolitan Planning Organization's 2027 through 2030 Transportation Improvement Program is scheduled for revi...

RAPID CITY, S.D. - A Rapid City man charged in a 2022 downtown bar shooting has accepted a plea deal, avoiding a murder trial that was set to begin Monday. Timothy Huante was originally charged with first-degree murder in the shooting death of Dallas Quick Bear inside Teddy's Sports Bar in February 2022. Instead, Huant...

RAPID CITY, S.D. - Rapid City Area Schools notified families Monday evening after a student brought an airsoft gun to school and showed it to other students. District administrators learned of the incident Monday evening and confirmed the item was an airsoft gun, not a firearm. However, school officials say airsoft gun...

BUFFALO, S.D. - A powerful summer storm brought hurricane-force winds to Harding County Sunday night, causing widespread damage in Buffalo and leaving residents dealing with downed trees, power outages and blocked roads. The National Weather Service reported wind speeds reaching 100 miles per hour in Buffalo, with gust...

SHERIDAN, WY - Fire crews successfully stopped the advance of a wildfire near the Forks in Sheridan after it grew from about 10 acres to more than 100 acres over the weekend. The Clearmont Fire District says crews responded Sunday afternoon after receiving reports of a possible fire from Padlock Ranch. Firefighters fou...

SPEARFISH, S.D. - Spearfish Bike Week is officially underway, with cyclists from across the region taking part in a weekend packed with trail rides, scavenger hunts and community events. Activities began Saturday with the Spearfish Trails Coalition Party in the Woods, featuring mountain bike rides and family-friendly...

SOUTH DAKOTA - A developing Super El Niño in the Pacific Ocean could bring a warmer and drier-than-normal winter to western South Dakota, creating new concerns for ranchers already dealing with years of drought. Meteorologists say there is a better than 90 percent chance El Niño conditions will develop th...

DUPREE, S.D. - Authorities are investigating the death of an elderly man who was found unresponsive in the Dupree area of Ziebach County. The Cheyenne River Sioux Tribe announced the investigation over the weekend. Law enforcement officials say early findings indicate the death appears to be from natural causes, and in...

SOUTH DAKOTA - Some South Dakota ranchers are raising concerns about a new Trump administration plan that temporarily removes tariffs on imported beef. The move comes as the U.S. cattle herd has fallen to its lowest level in 75 years, helping drive beef prices roughly 10 percent higher than a year ago. The administrati...

GILLETTE, WYO. - The family of a man who died in the Campbell County Jail in 2022 has filed a federal civil rights lawsuit against Campbell County and members of the Sheriff's Office. The lawsuit stems from the death of Kenneth Durrah in December 2022. According to the complaint, Durrah was experiencing a medical crisi...

BOX ELDER, S.D. - A 20-year-old Box Elder man is facing charges after allegedly crashing into a Rapid City business and leaving the scene Sunday morning. Police were dispatched around 7:15 a.m. to a restaurant on Mount Rushmore Road after reports that a vehicle had struck the building and driven away. According to witn...

RAPID CITY, S.D. - A man charged in connection with a 2022 homicide at a Rapid City bar has been sentenced to five years in prison after entering an Alford plea to accessory to murder. Timothy Huante entered the plea Monday in the death of Dallas Quick Bear, who died after an incident at Teddy's Bar on February 20, 202...

SPEARFISH, S.D. - Students returning to Black Hills State University are dealing with unusually warm classrooms and residence halls after a major cooling system failure on campus. University officials say one of the school's two main chillers broke down on August 21st, the same day students moved in for the fall semest...

CUSTER, S.D. - It was a busy Saturday for Custer County Search and Rescue, as volunteers responded to three separate emergencies across the southern Black Hills. The first call came just before 11 a.m., when a horseback rider was injured in a fall south of Custer. The rider was airlifted to Rapid City by Life Flight af...

PIERRE, S.D. - Nine months after Senator Mike Rounds called for an investigation into mail delays in South Dakota, new data shows only modest improvements in postal delivery across parts of the state. According to U.S. Postal Service performance data, some inbound mail is arriving more quickly, but most outbound mail s...

RAPID CITY, S.D. - Outdoor enthusiasts now have a new way to track their adventures on public lands. The U.S. Forest Service and the National Forest Foundation have launched a digital passport program that allows visitors to check in at national forests and grasslands and earn digital badges for each location they visi...

BLACKHAWK, S.D. - The South Dakota Highway Patrol has identified the motorcyclist who died in a crash northwest of Black Hawk last week. Authorities say 44-year-old Francis Michael Bierman of Summerset was riding west on Erickson Ranch Road near Escape Lane Wednesday morning when he lost control while negotiating a cur...

BEAR BUTTE, S.D. - A wildfire sparked by lightning near the top of Bear Butte is now 100 percent contained, and officials report no damage to structures. The fire, known as the Chokecherry Fire, was first reported shortly after 7:30 p.m. Friday, when smoke was spotted near the landmark. Fire crews responded quickly and...

PIERRE, S.D. - The South Dakota Transportation Commission has approved about $3.5 million in funding for 40 local bridge projects across the state. The Commission awarded the funding at this week's meeting in Pierre. SDDOT Secretary Joel Jundt says investments in roads and bridges help keep communities connected and im...

SPEARFISH, S.D. - Three people were injured in a two-vehicle crash in Spearfish Tuesday afternoon, and one driver had to be extricated from a heavily damaged vehicle. The crash happened shortly after 3 p.m. at the intersection of North Avenue and Ryan Road. According to the Spearfish Police Department, a 2022 Chrysler ...

PORCUPINE, S.D. - A Porcupine man has been sentenced to more than six years in federal prison for his role in a fraud scheme that cost the Oglala Sioux Tribe more than $4.7 million. Fifty-six-year-old Patrick Ross was sentenced August 24 to 78 months in federal prison. He will also serve three years of supervised relea...

SOUTH DAKOTA - Drivers across South Dakota can expect increased impaired-driving enforcement throughout September as the South Dakota Highway Patrol conducts sobriety checkpoints in 13 counties. Checkpoints are scheduled in Brown, Beadle, Charles Mix, Codington, Fall River, Hughes, Jones, Kingsbury, Lawrence, Lincoln, ...

RAPID CITY, S.D. - A top official with the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs says care for veterans in western South Dakota is expanding, not shrinking. Deputy VA Secretary Paul Lawrence visited the Black Hills on Wednesday, assuring veterans there are no plans to close local facilities or reduce services. Instead, h...

RAPID CITY, S.D. - A Rapid City man has been sentenced to five years in federal prison for illegally possessing a firearm and ammunition as a convicted felon. Twenty-eight-year-old Wakiyan Dreamer was sentenced August 17 in U.S. District Court. In addition to the prison term, he was ordered to serve three years of supe...

DEADWOOD, S.D. - Gaming activity in Deadwood continued its upward trend in July, posting a 4.05 percent increase compared to July of last year. According to the South Dakota Commission on Gaming, the strong month helped push overall gaming activity for the first seven months of 2026 up 8.63 percent compared to the same...

A 44-year-old Summerset man died Wednesday morning following a motorcycle crash northwest of Black Hawk, according to the South Dakota Highway Patrol. The crash happened just after 7 a.m. on Erickson Ranch Road near Escape Lane, about a mile northwest of Black Hawk. Authorities say the man was riding a 2010 Triumph mot...

RAPID CITY, S.D. - History will come to life at Wind Cave National Park Thursday evening as Theodore Roosevelt impersonator Kurt Skinner brings the nation's 26th president to the Black Hills. Skinner, a retired military officer and former high school history teacher, will perform at 7 p.m. at the Elk Mountain Campgroun...

LEAD, S.D. - Property owners in Lead will pay slightly higher city property taxes in 2027 after city officials announced plans to request the maximum amount allowed under state law. The city's mill levy will increase from 5.40 mills for taxes payable in 2026 to 5.48 mills for taxes payable in 2027, marking the first in...

RAPID CITY, S.D. - Black Hills Energy customers in western South Dakota could see their electric bills rise by about 45 dollars a month if state regulators approve two pending requests from the utility. The company is seeking a nearly 20-dollar monthly surcharge to help pay for the new Lange II natural gas power plant ...

RAPID CITY, S.D. - Rapid City Police are asking for the public's help in locating a suspect connected to a gunfire investigation from last week. Police say multiple shots were heard around 7:40 p.m. on August 21st near 1314 Atlas Street. Investigators believe the shots were fired into the air, and no injuries or proper...

PIERRE, S.D. - A Pierre woman has been sentenced after admitting to defrauding South Dakota's Medicaid program of more than $588,000 in federal and state funds. South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley says 49-year-old Sharon Laraye Monson received a 10-year suspended prison sentence after pleading guilty to one fel...

RAPID CITY, S.D. - South Dakota Congressman Dusty Johnson honored local veterans Monday during a commemorative pinning ceremony at American Legion Post 311 in Piedmont. The event recognized Vietnam War and Cold War-era veterans for their service and sacrifice. Johnson said the ceremony was an opportunity to personally ...

SOUTH DAKOTA - South Dakota lawmakers are looking at new ways to strengthen emergency medical services in rural communities as ambulance providers continue to face staffing and funding challenges. State health officials told a legislative task force this week that greater regional cooperation between neighboring EMS ag...

SOUTH DAKOTA - South Dakota cattle producers and political leaders are voicing concerns after President Donald Trump announced plans to allow 300,000 metric tons of foreign ground beef into the United States tariff-free over the next 90 days. The president says the move will help lower grocery prices for consumers, but...

HOT SPRINGS, S.D. - The Hot Springs Police Department is asking for the public's assistance in locating a missing teenager who was last seen Saturday evening. According to police, 16-year-old Deren Pershall was last seen leaving the Angostura Dam area at approximately 8 p.m. Saturday. Pershall is described as 5 feet 7 ...

MEADE COUNTY, S.D. - Meade County Sheriff's Office deputies assigned to back-to-school patrols were temporarily diverted this week after receiving reports of a naked man allegedly prowling vehicles along Tilford Road. According to the Sheriff's Office, deputies were preparing to welcome students at Black Hawk Elementar...

RAPID CITY, S.D. - South Dakota's Unified Judicial System will hold a series of public forums this week to gather feedback on a proposal to merge the Fourth and Seventh Judicial Circuits in western South Dakota. The forums are scheduled for Wednesday in Rapid City, Sturgis, and Lemmon. Court officials will provide an o...

RAPID CITY, S.D. - A Mexican national who had been deported from the United States twice has been sentenced in federal court after illegally reentering the country. U.S. Attorney Ron Parsons says 36-year-old Angel Takashi Cano-Meza was sentenced August 17th after pleading guilty to illegal reentry following deportation...

RAPID CITY, S.D. - A former Rapid City gymnastics coach has been sentenced to 10 years and one month in federal prison after pleading guilty to a child exploitation charge. 26-year-old Hayden Sengua was sentenced Monday in federal court on one count of receiving child pornography. Prosecutors said Sengua admitted to re...

SUMMERSET, S.D. - The City of Summerset says the playground at Leisure Lane Park will close beginning Monday, August 24th, as crews begin a major improvement project. City officials say the closure is necessary to remove aging playground equipment and prepare the area for the installation of new play structures. The pl...

PIERRE, S.D. - South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley has joined a coalition of 16 state attorneys general raising concerns about climate-related financial reporting initiatives backed by the nation's largest accounting firms. In a letter sent to Deloitte, Ernst & Young, KPMG, and PricewaterhouseCoopers, the c...

CUSTER, S.D. - Friends of Custer County Search and Rescue has reached the final two contenders in a national competition that could bring a customized rescue vehicle and thousands of dollars in grant funding to the volunteer organization. The all-volunteer group advanced to the final round of the Land Rover Defender Se...

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. - A nonprofit voting rights organization and a Sioux Falls voter have filed a federal lawsuit challenging South Dakota's new proof-of-citizenship requirement for voter registration. The lawsuit targets a law signed by Governor Larry Rhoden in March that requires residents to provide documentary proof ...

STURGIS, S.D. - The Sturgis City Council has approved the low bid for a major street improvement project on Otter Road and Raccoon Road, with construction expected to begin shortly after Labor Day. Public Works Director Rick Bush says the project is designed to provide a full rehabilitation of the roadway rather than s...

STURGIS, S.D. - The Meade County Commission has unanimously approved refinancing for the county's first tax increment financing district, or TIF, tied to the Elk Creek development north of Rapid City. The TIF district was established in 2015 to fund infrastructure improvements, including road upgrades and bridge repair...

PIERRE, S.D. - The South Dakota Department of Health is expanding eligibility for its All Women Count! program, making more women eligible for free breast and cervical cancer screening services. Beginning September 1st, women ages 21 to 64 who meet income requirements will be eligible for cervical cancer screenings thr...

RAPID CITY, S.D. - Monument Health has opened a new Epilepsy Monitoring Unit at Rapid City Hospital, giving patients in western South Dakota and eastern Wyoming access to specialized epilepsy care closer to home. The two-bed unit began accepting patients in February and is the first facility of its kind in the region. ...

PRAIRIE CITY, S.D. - Severe thunderstorms brought large hail and damaging winds to parts of western South Dakota Sunday, with the heaviest impacts reported in Perkins, Harding and Custer counties. In Perkins County, wind-driven hail as large as ping-pong balls was reported near Prairie City. Northwest of Prairie City, ...

RAPID CITY, S.D. - Firefighters quickly extinguished a small wildfire Sunday afternoon in the Spring Creek drainage area behind Reptile Gardens south of Rapid City. The Rockerville Volunteer Fire Department was dispatched around 3:50 p.m. after reports of smoke in the area following a storm that produced significant li...

RAPID CITY, S.D. - As students head back to school, the Drug Enforcement Administration is warning parents that drug traffickers are increasingly using social media platforms and messaging apps to reach young people. The DEA says dealers often use code words, emojis and disappearing messages to advertise illegal drugs ...

EDGEMONT, S.D. - A proposed uranium mine in the southern Black Hills has taken a step forward in the state permitting process, while a separate uranium exploration project remains on hold. The South Dakota Minerals and Environment Board has approved a request by Powertech, a subsidiary of enCore Energy, to commission a...

SPEARFISH, S.D. - The Spearfish City Council has approved the early purchase of several major public works vehicles and pieces of equipment as the city works to replace an aging fleet and avoid rising costs. The purchases, which are included in the city's 2027 budget, include a new plow and dump truck, a dump truck, a ...

DEADWOOD, S.D. - The Deadwood City Commission has approved additional work and new cost-sharing agreements to extend improvements along Crescent Street. During a special meeting Friday, commissioners authorized a nearly $219,000 change order to repair a heavily traveled section of roadway between the Days of '76 Campgr...

PINE RIDGE, S.D - A Pine Ridge man has been convicted on a federal drug trafficking charge following a three-day trial in Rapid City. Federal prosecutors say 41-year-old Clayton High Wolf Jr. was found guilty of conspiring to distribute methamphetamine on the Pine Ridge Indian Reservation. Authorities say the conspirac...

STURGIS, S.D. - The South Dakota Department of Transportation will hold a public meeting August 27th to provide an update on a major reconstruction and widening project for Lazelle Street in Sturgis. The project, which covers Highway 34 from 10th Street to east of Blanche Street, is expected to take about six years and...

RAPID CITY, S.D. - As students across the Black Hills head back to school, the South Dakota Department of Health is emphasizing the importance of creating safe learning environments. The department points to data from the latest Youth Risk Behavior Survey, which found that nearly 9 percent of South Dakota high school s...

RAPID CITY, S.D. - South Dakota conservation officers arrested 11 people for operating a boat while intoxicated during the Fourth of July holiday weekend as part of the national Operation Dry Water campaign. The South Dakota Game, Fish and Parks Department says 69 conservation officers took part in enhanced patrols fro...

PIERRE, S.D. - South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley is applauding a federal appeals court decision that rejected an effort by suspected members of the Tren de Aragua gang to avoid deportation. Jackley says the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals made the right decision in dismissing the appeal, calling it an importan...

WYOMING - Firefighters are battling a growing wildfire in far northern Campbell County near the Montana state line. The West Coal Creek Fire is currently estimated at about 350 acres, though officials say the actual size could be larger once detailed mapping is completed. The fire is burning across a mix of private, st...

MEADE COUNTY, S.D. - The Meade County Sheriff's Office says it is actively investigating an incident involving security personnel and several patrons at the Buffalo Chip Campground during an August 15 concert. Authorities say investigators have reviewed numerous social media posts, videos, photographs, and other inform...

BLACK HILLS, S.D. - Fire crews across the Black Hills and northeast Wyoming responded to several small wildfires on Wednesday, with all but one quickly brought under control. The Spearfish Creek Fire, reported around noon south of Spearfish east of Highway 14A, was contained at approximately three-tenths of an acre. Ne...

SOUTH DAKOTA - Tribal leaders are calling on Congress and federal agencies to increase public safety funding as reservations across the country continue to face critical shortages of law enforcement officers. Officials say the Bureau of Indian Affairs estimates about $3.5 billion is needed to address public safety chal...

RAPID CITY, S.D. - A Dallas man accused of helping supply large amounts of cocaine to Rapid City has been sentenced to more than 10 years in federal prison, closing out a multi-defendant drug trafficking case. Thirty-eight-year-old Gerardo Escobar Balderas was sentenced August 14 to concurrent prison terms of 10 years ...

RAPID CITY, S.D. - Visitors heading to this year's Central States Fair can expect an increased law enforcement presence and enhanced security measures throughout the event. The Pennington County Sheriff's Office and Rapid City Police Department are once again partnering to help keep fairgrounds safe during the fair's r...

UPDATED STORY: 10:33 A.M. SPEARFISH, S.D. - Firefighters responded to a wildfire near Spearfish Peak this week, where smoke was seen rising from the canyon rim and emergency crews were dispatched to the area shortly after noon Wednesday. The fire follows a separate wildfire reported August 19 on the east side of Spearf...

SPEARFISH, S.D. - A major road improvement project on Colorado Boulevard in Spearfish is nearing completion, but its price tag has grown significantly. The Spearfish City Council this week approved a fourth change order for the Colorado Boulevard reconstruction project, bringing the total cost to nearly $4.5 million, ...

SPEARFISH, S.D. - Students returning to West and Mountain View elementary schools in Spearfish next week will be greeted by a familiar face in a new role. Ashley Anderson has been named principal of the two schools after previously serving as assistant principal. She succeeds Nick Gottlob, who recently became superinte...

CHERRY CREEK, S.D. - A Cherry Creek man has been sentenced to four years in federal prison for assaulting his intimate partner and illegally possessing a firearm. Federal prosecutors say 31-year-old Tiger Condon was sentenced Monday after pleading guilty to assault resulting in substantial bodily injury to an intimate ...

DEADWOOD, S.D. - The Deadwood Public Library is celebrating statewide recognition for both its creativity and commitment to professional development. The South Dakota State Library recently named Deadwood's summer reading program decorations among the top five in the state. This year's "Unearth a Story" theme...

SHERIDAN, WYO. - If your Labor Day plans include alcohol, Sheridan police are urging you to plan a safe ride home before you go out. The Sheridan Police Department is joining law enforcement agencies across the country for the annual "Drive Sober or Get Pulled Over" campaign, running from August 19th through ...

A 22-year-old Rapid City man has been sentenced to federal prison following convictions on multiple child exploitation charges. Federal officials say Jesse Luiz Jaso was sentenced August 14th to five years in prison after a jury found him guilty of distributing, receiving, and possessing child sexual abuse material. Th...

Rural health care providers across South Dakota are set to receive a major technology upgrade. Governor Larry Rhoden announced that 82 projects will share 90 million dollars through the federal Rural Health Transformation initiative. The funding is aimed at helping health care providers modernize technology, strengthen...

Deadwood fire officials are reminding residents that recent rainfall has not eliminated the area's wildfire risk. The Deadwood Volunteer Fire Department issued the warning after responding to a lightning-caused wildland fire Monday in rural Deadwood. Officials say good samaritans were already working to extinguish the ...

Harley-Davidson is celebrating a record-breaking year at the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. The company announced that it sold an all-time high of 1,135 motorcycles during this year's rally across its Black Hills locations, setting a new sales and inventory record for the event. General Manager Mike Maloney says Harley-Davi...

A major infrastructure project aimed at improving pedestrian safety and access in Deadwood is moving forward and remains ahead of schedule, despite its first change order. The Deadwood City Commission recently approved a change order totaling just over $20,800 for additional work on the Crescent Street and Days of '76 ...

The Spearfish City Council has approved a contract to bring a familiar face back to city government. On Monday, council members unanimously approved an employment agreement with Ashley McDonald, returning her to the role of city attorney. McDonald previously served in the position from 2018 until July of 2024, when she...

New details have been released in a fatal shooting case involving a Belle Fourche man now facing murder charges in Wyoming. According to court documents, 24-year-old Drake Ingalls of Belle Fourche is charged with second-degree murder in connection with the death of Jason Greene in Newcastle. Investigators say the incid...

The South Dakota Unified Judicial System is inviting the public to weigh in on a proposal that could reshape how courts are administered across much of western South Dakota. Judicial officials will host three public forums on August 26th to gather feedback on a proposed merger of the state's Fourth and Seventh Judicial...

Just days after the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally wrapped up, classic cars are taking center stage in Deadwood. The annual Kool Deadwood Nites festival is now underway, running through August 23rd and bringing thousands of vintage vehicles and car enthusiasts to the historic mining town. Organizers expect more than 800 regi...

The Black Hills National Forest is looking for residents who want a say in the future of public lands across the region. The Forest Service is accepting applications for its Resource Advisory Committee, a 15-member group that helps recommend projects aimed at improving public lands and natural resources in Pennington, ...

A longstanding federal policy protecting millions of acres of national forest land could soon be changing. The U.S. Department of Agriculture is proposing to repeal the 2001 Roadless Area Conservation Rule, which has limited road construction and certain development activities on more than 44 million acres of national ...

Police are warning residents to be on alert for a scam involving callers posing as law enforcement officers and demanding money. Authorities say an unknown individual has been contacting people in the community, claiming to be Detective Brooks with either the Lawrence County Sheriff's Office or the Lead Police Departme...

A coalition of states, including South Dakota, will begin presenting its case against Meta this week in a federal trial focused on the impact of Facebook and Instagram on children and teenagers. South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley says the lawsuit alleges Meta designed features that encourage compulsive use amo...

Sturgis Police say arrests, citations, and parking violations were down during the 2026 Sturgis Motorcycle Rally, but calls for service and jail bookings increased. Final rally statistics show officers recorded 482 arrests, citations, and parking violations, compared to 538 during last year's event. Drug-related offens...

Traffic entering Sturgis during this year's motorcycle rally ran below historical averages, according to the South Dakota Department of Transportation. The department recorded more than 448,000 vehicles entering Sturgis between August 7th and August 16th. That's about 10 percent below the five-year average for the same...

Two people from the Rosebud Sioux Reservation have been sentenced to 30 years in federal prison for the 2019 murder of a 15-year-old boy. Federal prosecutors say 27-year-old Dillion Millard of Rosebud and 31-year-old Charmaine Medicine of Parmelee both pleaded guilty to second-degree murder and were sentenced earlier t...

The Meade 46-1 School Board received an update Monday night on a proposed school district boundary reorganization involving eastern Meade County. The district had previously discussed a plan with the Faith School District that would have transferred schools in the Opal, Hereford, Elm Springs, and Central Meade County a...

The new track and field facility at Spearfish Middle School is entering its final stages of construction. Spearfish School District Superintendent Nick Gottlob says crews are expected to begin laying asphalt on the track this week, with installation of the artificial turf field to follow shortly afterward. The project ...

Fire officials say the False Bottom Creek Fire west of St. Onge is now fully contained. The fire began Sunday afternoon shortly after a thunderstorm moved through the area, bringing lightning and strong winds. The blaze spread quickly through a cut hayfield, burning timber and hay bales as it moved north toward 196th S...

The Newell School District delayed the start of classes by one day after heavy rainfall caused flooding inside the school building over the weekend. District officials say staff members and community volunteers quickly responded to help clean up the water and prepare the building for students. School leaders thanked th...

South Dakota's Department of Tribal Relations will host its ninth annual State-Tribal Opioid and Methamphetamine Prevention Summit Sept. 10-11 in Pierre. The summit will bring together tribal, state and local prevention providers, along with law enforcement, to discuss drug trends, recovery and ways to improve communit...

Sturgis Police say this year's Sturgis Motorcycle Rally was a successful event, with overall enforcement numbers remaining steady or declining in several key categories. Police Chief Geody Vandewater says compliance with city and state laws appeared strong throughout the 86th annual rally, contributing to what official...

Drivers, pedestrians and cyclists across the Rapid City area should expect several road closures, detours and traffic delays as multiple construction and utility projects move into new phases this week. Among the largest impacts, Interstate 90 near Piedmont will be reduced to one lane in each direction between Exits 44...

Brookings Police are investigating an alleged assault that occurred during a high school boys soccer match between Brookings and Rapid City Central. According to reports, a Brookings player was shoved out of bounds and to the ground during Friday's game. Officials say the Rapid City Central player then allegedly kicked...

The future of the Job Corps training center near Nemo appears secure after Congress approved funding for the federal workforce development program and a court settlement helped protect centers from proposed closures. The Boxelder Job Corps Civilian Conservation Center, which serves students from across the region, prov...

The Spearfish School District is evaluating several options for the future of West Elementary School, a building that has served students since 1965. School officials say the facility faces several challenges, including aging mechanical systems, structural concerns, energy inefficiencies, drainage issues, and limited c...

As this year's Sturgis Motorcycle Rally winds down, businesses across the Black Hills are reporting strong sales and steady customer traffic. Retailers, restaurants, hotels and other businesses say the annual rally once again provided a major economic boost to the region. Lodging operators are already looking ahead to ...

Six men have been arrested following an undercover child exploitation operation conducted during the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. The South Dakota Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force says investigators posed as minors and as traffickers offering children for prostitution through online ads and social media. Those ...

The City of Rapid City will break ground later this month on a new fire station, police substation, and city park in one of the city's fastest-growing areas. The project will be located near Homestead and Neel Streets on Rapid City's east side and is designed to improve emergency response times and public safety servic...

The South Dakota Highway Patrol has officially identified the two people who died in a three-vehicle crash Thursday near Hill City. Authorities say Kurt D. Klokkenga and Regina Klokkenga, both of Emden, Illinois, were killed in the crash on U.S. Highway 385 near mile marker 89. According to preliminary information, Kur...

A vehicle towing a camper was destroyed by fire over the weekend on Highway 79, but all occupants were able to escape safely. According to the Fairburn Fire Department, a family returning home from a weekend getaway at Angostura Reservoir noticed smoke coming from under the hood of their vehicle while traveling on the ...

The City of Sturgis has officially named Bryson Kool as the new director of the Sturgis Ambulance Service. Kool had been serving as interim director since June following the resignation of former director Aden Schillig, and the Sturgis City Council has now appointed him to the position permanently. According to the cit...