Santana Headed To Minnesota

Two people with direct knowledge of the deal say the Minnesota Twins and free-agent right-hander Ervin Santana are working to finalize a four-year contract worth $55 million.

Twins Grab Rule 5 Hurler

The Minnesota Twins have selected right-hander J.R. Graham from the Atlanta Braves organization in the major league portion of the annual Rule 5 draft.

Iowa Lineman Honored

Iowa’s Brandon Scherff has won the Outland Trophy, given to the nation’s outstanding interior lineman.

Husker Women Best Creighton

Emily Cady scored 18 points and grabbed 11 rebounds, Hailie Sample made 3 of 4 free throws in the final 14 seconds Thursday night and No. 12 Nebraska held on to defeat in-state rival Creighton 60-57.

Iowa Women Top Rivals

Ally Disterhoft scored 16 points to lead No. 24 Iowa to a 76-67 win over rival Iowa State on Thursday night.

Reservations Working in Washington for Tribal Children

The Lakota People’s Law Project heard good news last week as the Department of Justice announced support to increase state compliance with the Indian Child Welfare Act.

South Dakota Senator Tim Johnson Gives Farewell

Senator Tim Johnson delivered his farewell speech this morning before retiring from office.

Thune Not Thinking About 2016

South Dakota Senator John Thune says his focus now is the new Congress in January, and becoming Chairman of the Commerce Committee.

No KXL Coaltion Vows To Keep Fighting Pipeline

Members of the No Keystone XL Pipeline coalition along with several interveners says they’ll continue to battle Trans Canada’s project…

Groups Push For Highway Improvements

A number of groups and organizations in South Dakota have joined forces to push for more funding for roads and highways.