SD Special Session on Non-Meandered Lakes Underway

The special session of the South Dakota legislature started Monday with procedural rules, and a message from Governor Dennis Daugaard.

Uncertain Funding Clouds Medicaid Future

As part of the proposed health care reform under consideration in Congress, federal Medicaid spending would be cut more than eight hundred billion dollars over ten years.

USD Dealing With Flat Budget, Tuition Hike

South Dakota universities will increase tuition and fees about three percent this fall.

Above Normal Missouri River Runoff Expected Most of the Summer

The mountain snow pack that feeds the Missouri River basin is rapidly melting, and runoff into the system is increasing.

South Dakota Legislators Return to Pierre for a Special Session

South Dakota lawmakers will be back in Pierre Monday for a special session to debate a compromise on opening some lakes to more public access.

Mosquitoes Carry Old, New Disease Threats

The month of June brings warmer temperatures and an ample supply of moisture. Two ingredients that can lead to high mosquito populations right in our own back yards.

Twins Lose Trip Finale

Buster Posey had three hits and four RBIs, Hunter Pence added three doubles and scored three times, and the San Francisco Giants broke out of their offensive slump with a 13-8 victory over the Minnesota Twins on Sunday that avoided a three-game sweep.

Royals Pound Padres

Mike Moustakas hit two home runs and Jake Junis pitched seven-plus solid innings to help the Kansas City Royals beat the San Diego Padres 8-3 on Sunday.

Summit Honors Coyote, Jackrabbit

Top men’s golf honors in the Summit League this year go to players from Oral Roberts and South Dakota and a coach from South Dakota State.

Husker Freshman Cited

Nebraska freshman receiver Keyshawn Johnson Junior has been ticketed for marijuana possession after a resident director reported suspected drug use in a dormitory room.