Death Penalty Petition Continues in Nebraska

Nebraska Governor Pete Ricketts has been holding town hall meetings around the state in the last couple of weeks.

75th Sturgis Motorcycle Rally Underway

Up to a million people may descend on western South Dakota this week to take part in the 75th annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally.

Mid-American Economy Sees Weak Growth in July

The Creighton University Mid-America Business Conditions Index for July, a leading economic indicator for a nine-state region stretching from North Dakota to Arkansas, slumped for the month.

Nebraska Best Burger Contest Underway

There is a twist in this year’s Nebraska Beef Council’s Best Burger Contest.

Search for New University President Continues in Iowa

The search committee for the new University of Iowa president is getting closer.

Twins Fall In Series Finale

Logan Morrison’s RBI double in the 11th inning broke the tie and Austin Jackson added a two-run double as the Seattle Mariners outlasted the Minnesota Twins 4-1 on Sunday.

Milone Goes On DL

The Minnesota Twins will place pitcher Tommy Milone on the 15-day disabled list with a mild left elbow strain, retroactive to Aug. 1.

Jays Blast Past Royals

Chris Colabello hit a two-run home run and the Toronto Blue Jays beat the Kansas City Royals 5-2 in testy matchup Sunday, taking three of four from the AL’s top team.

Wild Complete Deal

The Minnesota Wild and center Erik Haula have agreed on a two-year contract.

No Special Session for South Dakota Education

The call for a special session of the South Dakota legislature has failed.