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Suspect Arrested in Yankton Murder

Yankton Police responded to a home in the 1300 block of Whiting Driver Sunday evening. Authorities were advised of a…

Last Minute Campaign Stops

Candidates are making their last minute pitches at get out the vote rallies around the state. Governor Kristi Noem, at…

Abortion Rights Petition Drive Starting

“Dakotans for Health” held a kickoff event Saturday to mark the start of their petition drive to put abortion rights…

Rate Hikes Having an Impact

The Federal Reserve Board raised interest rates by three quarters of a point last week in another step to slow…

Covid-19 Lingering

While hospitals and clinics are dealing with a surge in RSV and flu cases, Covid-19 is also still lingering. Liz…

Nebraska Legislature Facing Major Prison Decisions

The prison population in Nebraska is near one hundred sixty percent of capacity and growing. That presents a problem for…

Property Taxes Critical Issue for Next Nebraska Legislative Session

The complaints about ag property taxes in Nebraska may lead to a change in how they are formulated. District 40…

Running on the Issues

Democratic Governor candidate Jamie Smith has been circulating around the state for months in his quest for votes. He says…

SD Juvenile Justice Committee Wraps Up Work

The Study Committee on Juvenile Justice of the South Dakota legislature wrapped up their work Thursday and approved a final…

Million Dollar Powerball Winner in Sioux Falls

While Powerball’s record-setting jackpot continues its ascension, Saturday’s drawing resulted in South Dakota’s latest million-dollar winner. A $1 million Powerball…

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