Fewer Infant Deaths In South Dakota

For the second year in a row, South Dakota has seen a decline in the number of babies that die before their first birthday.

Estate Tax Debate Again

A bill to do away with federal estate taxes will be up for debate in the US House today (Thursday).

New Rules For Banks

Community bankers across South Dakota and other states are facing pages of new rules passed after the banking scandals that helped create the great recession.

SD Keystone XL Pipeline Hearings Scheduled

The South Dakota Public Utilities Commission is setting the stage for four days of hearings next month on the pipeline permit for Keystone XL.

European Union Commission to Make Individual Decisions on Biotech Crops

The European Union Commission is considering letting its member countries decide for themselves whether or not they will accept biotech crop imports.

Ethanol Industry Found to Have $5 Billion Impact in Nebraska

A study conducted by the University of Nebraska’s Department of Agricultural Economics along with the school’s Bureau for Business Research shows a $ 5 billion impact to the state’s economy from the ethanol industry.

EPA Schedules Release of RFS Volume Requirements

Through a proposed settlement with the American Petroleum Institute and the American Fuel and Petrochemical Manufacturers, EPA is set a schedule for issuing RFS volume requirements.

Extensive Public Utilities Commission Hearing Upholds Tribe’s Status

Following a lengthy hearing this week, the South Dakota Public Utilities Commission upheld the Yankton Sioux Tribe’s intervener status.

Estate Tax Repeal Act Up For Vote

A measure to repeal the Estate Tax is expected up for a vote on the House floor today.

Twins Hand Royals Loss

Kansas City became the last team in the majors to lose this season, as Kyle Gibson pitched into the seventh inning and Oswaldo Arcia hit a two-run homer for the Minnesota Twins in a 3-1 victory over the Royals on Wednesday night.