Congress Getting Back to Work

While members of the US House have returned to Washington, the Senate will pick up business next week.

SD Tuition Freeze Good for Students, Families

Governor Dennis Daugaard has proposed shifting some money around in the state budget to allow the Board of Regents to freeze tuition rates at universities for next year.

SD PUC Votes to Certify Keystone XL Pipeline Route

The South Dakota Public Utilities Commission voted to allow the certification for the Keystone XL oil pipeline to continue.

Arctic Outbreak in the Midst of an El Nino

While the influence of a strong El Nino will continue across the northern plains, we will also feel the effects of normal winter weather.

Vikings Facing Injuries

Minnesota Vikings tight end Rhett Ellison has a torn patellar tendon in his right knee that will require surgery and a six-month recovery.

T-Wolves Fall To Sixers

Ish Smith had 21 points and 11 assists and Richaun Holmes scored 17 points to lead the Philadelphia 76ers to 109-99 win over the Minnesota Timberwolves on Monday night.

Miller Shines Again

Sophomore Macy Miller (Mitchell) was named The Summit League Player of the Week Monday for the third time this season after helping the South Dakota State women’s basketball team to a 2-0 week.

Schulte Nabs Weekly Award

Former Wynot star and current Wayne State standout Maggie Schulte has earned a weekly honor from the Northern Sun Conference.

Schilling Tops NSIC Men

Augustana University senior forward Casey Schilling has been named the Northern Sun Intercollegiate Conference South Division Player of the Week the league office announced on Monday.

Minnesota Residents Urged to Apply for Heat Help

Officials are urging low-income people to apply for state heating assistance.