Voting Registration Goes Online in Iowa

There are now seven ways to register to vote in Iowa, including online.
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Nebraska ACLU Calls for Changes to the Use of Solitary Confinement

Solitary confinement of youth in Nebraska’s juvenile facilities can be as long as three-months.

Nebraska Governor Pete Ricketts Wants to Work with Senators

Nebraska Governor Pete Ricketts has reached out for advice on how better to deal with the Unicameral.

SD Budget Short on Education Funding

While education funding will be a big issue for South Dakota lawmakers in this year’s legislative session, the dollars available will be a big question.

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.