Will Holiday Sales Increase?

The National Retail Federation is predicting holiday sales will increase four percent this season, but Iowa State University economist David Swenson says he has “mixed views” about whether Iowa retailers will see that much of a gain.

Deer Harvest Down In Iowa

Last year, hunters in Iowa killed fewer than 100,000 deer for the first time since the mid-1990s.

Gay Marriage Debate Continues In Nebraska

A federal lawsuit has been filed by seven same-sex couples against the Nebraska definition of marriage.

Vikings Add Running Back

The Minnesota Vikings have claimed running back Ben Tate off waivers from the Cleveland Browns.

Coyotes Gain Road Win

Margaret McCloud scored a career-high 22 points and grabbed seven rebounds to lead the South Dakota women’s basketball team past Portland State 86-57.

Husker Women Stay Perfect

Tear’a Laudermill scored 20 points on Wednesday night, and No. 16 Nebraska used a big second-half run to pull away from Washington State 82-61.

Timberwolves Top Knicks

Kevin Martin shook off an illness to score 37 points, and the Minnesota Timberwolves, missing three starters, beat the New York Knicks 115-99 on Wednesday night.

GPAC Tabs Volleyball Best

The 2014 Great Plains Athletic Conference (GPAC) Volleyball All-Conference Team has been selected.

High Interest in Medical Marijuana Legislation

Supporters of legalized medical marijuana are meeting in Sioux Falls this weekend for a legislative summit to educate lawmakers and advocates.

New Proposal to Cap the Tax Levy for Capital Outlay Funds in School Districts

The Ag Land Assessment Task Force has passed a new proposal for the 2015 Legislature to make a decision on that would change capital outlay for school districts.