Local/State Headlines
Democrats Win Control of Congress in 2026 Midterm Elections
Democrats have won control of both the U.S. House of Representatives and the Senate following the November 3, 2026, midterm elections, changing the ba...
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Deadwood Gaming Revenues Continue Climb as September Handle Jumps More Than 10 Percent
DEADWOOD, S.D. - Deadwood's gaming industry continued its strong 2026 performance in September, posting another month of growth and marking a third consecutive quarter of gains. According to the South Dakota Commission on Gaming, the total gaming handle in Deadwood increased 10.6% in September compared to the same mont...
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Sturgis Council Approves $25.5 Million Budget for 2027
STURGIS, S.D. - The Sturgis City Council has given final approval to the city's 2027 budget. During Monday night's meeting, council members passed the second and final reading of the spending plan, which includes more than $25.5 million in total expenditures. The approved budget contains general fund spending of just o...
9h ago
Semi Rollover Shuts Down Westbound I-90 Near Wall for Several Hours
RAPID CITY, S.D. - A semi-truck rollover temporarily closed westbound Interstate 90 in eastern Pennington County Tuesday, causing traffic delays near Wall. According to the South Dakota Highway Patrol and Pennington County Sheriff's Office, the semi rolled onto its driver's side near mile marker 116, blocking the entir...
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'Picture Our Past' Event Seeks Historic Photos to Preserve Rapid City's Story
RAPID CITY, S.D. - Rapid City residents are being invited to help preserve local history by sharing old photographs at a special community event this weekend. The Rapid City Historic Preservation Commission and The Journey Museum will host a "Picture Our Past" session Sunday from 2 to 4 p.m. at The Journey Mu...
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