Category Archives: Local/State Headlines
"Complete and Total Endorsement": Trump Backs Rounds for Senate
President Donald Trump has endorsed Sen. Mike Rounds for reelection, following Rounds' pivotal role in advancing legislation to rescind federal funding for public broadcasting and foreign aid. Rounds,...
Jim Kallas Jul 22, 2025
Hunger Relief Groups Warn of Ripple Effects from SNAP Cut
Recent changes to the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) are raising alarms among South Dakota food banks and pantries, as expanded work requirements and funding reductions begin to take...
Jim Kallas Jul 22, 2025
ICE Confirms Active Investigation at Trail King Facility in Mitchell
U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE) has confirmed an active investigation at the Trail King Industries site in Mitchell, South Dakota. The probe was first hinted at in June after multiple t...
Jim Kallas Jul 22, 2025
Toby Doeden Tops Early Ad Spending in South Dakota Governor's Race
South Dakota gubernatorial hopeful Toby Doeden has spent nearly $187,000 on broadcast TV ads just weeks after launching his campaign-an unusually early and aggressive move with the Republican primary ...
Jim Kallas Jul 22, 2025
Mayor Salamun to Present 2026 City Budget in Public Rapid City Session
Rapid City Mayor Jason Salamun will unveil the proposed 2026 city budget during a public special session scheduled for Monday, July 28 at 6:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers. The meeting will feature th...
Jim Kallas Jul 21, 2025
High-Speed Chases Keep Sturgis Police Busy Over Weekend
Sturgis Police were involved in two high-speed chases over consecutive nights, both ending in arrests. The latest incident occurred overnight from Saturday into Sunday when officers attempted to stop ...
Jim Kallas Jul 21, 2025
Restitution Reversed for Pennington County Teen in Firework Trailer Incident
The South Dakota Supreme Court has reversed a restitution order against a Pennington County teenager, ruling he is not financially responsible for damage caused by another juvenile. The decision, rele...
Jim Kallas Jul 21, 2025
SDPB Faces $2.2M Shortfall After Federal PBS Cuts
South Dakota Public Broadcasting (SDPB) is bracing for deep financial strain following a $9 billion federal budget cut approved by the U.S. House, which includes eliminating PBS funding. Executive Dir...
Jim Kallas Jul 21, 2025
Traffic Detours in Effect as Construction Crews Rotate Through Rapid City Sites
As you travel around Rapid City, there will be plenty of road work taking place. Effective today, Highway Improvement, Inc. will be applying sealant to some cracks and joints at 9 different locations....
Jim Kallas Jul 21, 2025
Clapham Keeps School Board Seat After Recount Confirms 2-Vote Win
After weeks of delays and disputes, the recount for Rapid City Area Schools' Area 6 Board of Education seat has concluded-with Jamie Clapham retaining her position by just two votes. Challenger Brian ...
Jim Kallas Jul 18, 2025








