Category Archives: Local/State Headlines
Judge Weighs Challenge to South Dakota's Federal-Only Voter Registration Notices
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 t...
Claysen Davis Sep 14, 2026
Rosebud Reservation Business Earns National Hardware Industry Honor
A Native-owned business on the Rosebud Reservation is receiving national recognition for its growth and community service. Rosebud Building Products has been named South Dakota's 2026 Hardware All Sta...
Claysen Davis Sep 14, 2026
Cheyenne River Tribal Court Dismisses Banishment Violation Cases
SOUTH DAKOTA - The Cheyenne River Sioux Tribal Court has dismissed banishment violation charges against three tribal members, ruling that the banishment orders in their cases amounted to cruel and unu...
Claysen Davis Sep 11, 2026
Rapid City Police Defend Use of WRAP Restraint After In-Custody Death
RAPID CITY, S.D. - Rapid City police are responding to questions following the death of a man who was being transported to the Pennington County Jail after an arrest earlier this week. Authorities say...
Claysen Davis Sep 11, 2026
Pennington County Reminds Property Owners of October Tax Deadline
RAPID CITY, S.D. - Pennington County property owners are being reminded that the second half of their 2026 property taxes is due by Oct. 31. County Treasurer Annette Brant says residents have several ...
Claysen Davis Sep 11, 2026
Pennington County Vital Records Services Pausing for System Upgrade
RAPID CITY, S.D. - Pennington County residents needing birth, death, marriage, or other vital records will face a temporary service interruption next week. The Pennington County Register of Deeds Offi...
Claysen Davis Sep 11, 2026
Black Hills Groups Mark 9/11 Anniversary with Community Service Effort
RAPID CITY, S.D. - As the nation observes the 25th anniversary of the September 11 attacks, organizations in western South Dakota are encouraging residents to honor the day through volunteer service. ...
Claysen Davis Sep 11, 2026
Multi-Agency Crews Respond to Structure Fire Near Rapid City
BLACKHAWK, S.D. - Firefighters from the Black Hawk Fire Department, Rapid City Fire Department, and Air Force Fire Department responded to a structure fire Thursday afternoon. Crews were called to the...
Claysen Davis Sep 11, 2026
Suspect Arrested After Overnight Manhunt and Reported Shots Fired at Wyoming Deputy
UPTON, WYO - A man accused of stealing a firearm and firing shots at a Weston County sheriff's deputy was arrested Thursday morning following an overnight manhunt south of Upton, Wyoming. According to...
Claysen Davis Sep 11, 2026
South Dakota Universities Back College Sports Reform Bill
RAPID CITY, S.D. - Athletic leaders at South Dakota's two Division I universities are supporting a federal proposal that could reshape college sports and reduce player turnover. The Protect College Sp...
Claysen Davis Sep 11, 2026








