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Yankton City Commission Considering Major Budget Increase

Yankton City Commissioners are considering a major increase in their budget this year.

SD Voting Secured Against Internet Threats

Amid concerns of hacking of computers belonging to Hillary Clinton and the Democratic National Committee, there are questions about voting security.

Possible Conflicts in SD Teacher Pay Tax Laws

There are some conflicting rules with South Dakota’s teacher pay plan, and the legislature may have to deal with them.

Revenge Porn Now a Crime in Minnesota

So-called “revenge porn” — when someone distributes intimate photos on the Internet without permission — is now a crime in Minnesota.

Nebraska Senator Fined, Will Not Resign

The Nebraska Accountability and Disclosure Commission has fined state Senator Bill Kintner of Papillion one thousand dollars for using his state-owned computer to engage in cyber sex.

Names Released in Two Separate SD Fatal Accidents

More information has been released on two fatal accidents.

Traffic Fatalities in Hand and Roberts Counties

Two separate accidents claim two lives.

2016 a Record Year for Sanford/Hy-Vee Legends

A record one hundred eighty-five thousand dollars was raised for youth sports organizations by Hy-Vee/Sanford Legends in Sioux Falls this year

Minnesota Gets Ready for Primaries

Minnesota’s primary election is next Tuesday, when voters winnow down the field of candidates in a number of races, including for U-S House and state legislature

Nebraska Senators Raise Questions about Iran Money

Questions are being raised about the release of 400-Million dollars in frozen Iranian assets at the same time that Iran released four American hostages.

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