Category Archives: Local/State Headlines

Governor Larry Rhoden signed 12 bills into law Friday, including three opengovernment measures introduced by Attorney General Marty Jackley. Rhoden said the legislation strengthens transparency and en...

Governor Larry Rhoden has appointed Kory Bierle and Ross Cuny to the South Dakota Brand Board, while also directing the board to continue improving its operations. Rhoden said the Brand Board plays a ...

South Dakota's drought conditions worsened this week, according to the latest U.S. Drought Monitor. About 19% of the state is in drought and another 29% is abnormally dry, reflecting continued moistur...

UPDATE: What: Two vehicle fatal crash Where: North Cherry Avenue and East North Street, Rapid City, SD When: 7:15 a.m. MT, Thursday, February 5, 2026 Vehicle 1: 2012 Jeep Liberty Driver: Torry Ray Gho...

State and local officials are preparing for what they call a "onceinageneration opportunity," set to be unveiled this morning in downtown Sioux Falls. According to a news release from the city, Govern...

Gov. Larry Rhoden says he plans to personally invite former President Donald Trump to the July 3 fireworks celebration at Mount Rushmore, noting the state already has a "standing invite" for the event...

Former council member Laura Armstrong has announced she is running for the Ward 5 seat on the Rapid City Council, saying she is eager to return to City Hall and continue serving the community. Armstro...

A 38yearold man is in custody after law enforcement responded to a reported burglary in progress Sunday afternoon off Sylvan Lake Road. According to authorities, the call came in at 3:52 p.m. on Febru...

Based on new revenue projections, SD Gov. Larry Rhoden this morning (Thursday, Feb. 12) revised his budget proposal for the so-called 'big three' - schools, healthcare providers and state employees......

Governor Larry Rhoden on Thursday signed HB 1042, approving construction of a new vehicle maintenance shop for the South Dakota National Guard in Sturgis. Rhoden said in a statement. "Our guardsmen se...