Dry Conditions Continue to Creep Across SD

The latest drought monitors show more dry conditions creeping across parts of southern and eastern South Dakota.

Iowa Department of Corrections Should Make Deadline for Newton Move

Late last year, the Iowa Department of Corrections announced plans to move the state’s sex offender treatment program from Mount Pleasant to Newton.

Minnesota Health Officials Begin Survey of Zika Mosquitoes

Weather permitting, state health officials will begin surveying a number of areas in southern Minnesota for one of two species of mosquitoes known to carry the Zika virus.

U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service Trying to Change Dying Bee and Butterfly Population

Insects that pollinate crops are vital to Nebraska’s agriculture industry, but many species have been dying in large numbers in recent years.

Iowa Gov. Branstad Pleased with Prestage Decision

Governor Terry Branstad says he’s pleased Prestage Farms chose another Iowa location after the City Council in Mason City

Lots of Eyes on the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally

The Sturgis Motorcycle Rally is underway, with hundreds of thousands of bikers and spectators expected in and around the Black Hills.

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.