Expensive to be “Tough on Crime”

As inmate numbers continue to rise in South Dakota prisons, some difficult choices will have to be made.

SD Democratic Congressional Candidate Tim Bjorkman Ready to Race to the Finish

It’s the race to the election day finish line next week.

Farmers Facing Economic Headwinds on Several Fronts….

Northern Plains farmers have been facing economic stress this year from low commodity prices and the effects of the trade…

Harvest Still Behind in WCB…but Catching Up

Harvest is still behind in the western corn belt, but farmers have quickly been catching up with more favorable weather.…

Iowa Department of Ag Appointed Receiver of Heartland Crush LLC

The Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship has been appointed to act as receiver of Heartland Crush LLC of…

Pressure Mounting for U.S. to Cut Bilateral With Japan

There’s increased urgency for U.S. trade officials to complete a bilateral trade deal with Japan. That’s because this week, Canada…

USDA Lifts Some AFS Restrictions on Pork Imports from Poland

The USDA has agreed to lift some restrictions on imports of fresh and frozen pork from Poland tied to concerns…

State of South Dakota Executes Rodney Berget

Rodney Berget was executed by lethal injection Monday night at the South Dakota State Penitentiary.

Timberwolves Top Lakers

Jimmy Butler hit five of Minnesota’s eight 3-pointers in the fourth quarter to finish with 32 points and help the Timberwolves hang on to beat LeBron James and the Los Angeles Lakers 124-120.

Cyclone Quarterback Leaving

Iowa State sophomore quarterback Zeb Noland is transferring after losing the starting job to freshman Brock Purdy.