USDA Confirms Over 500K Bird Flu Cases Among ND, SD, MT, MN
(Bismarck, ND) — Federal officials have confirmed over 500-thousand cases of bird flu across North Dakota and surrounding states. The U.S. Department of Agriculture says North Dakota has two counties with confirmed cases among commercial turkey flocks.
State Authorities Investigate Fargo Students For Alleged Illicit Material Distribution
(Fargo, ND) — The North Dakota Bureau of Criminal Investigation has launched an investigation into Fargo students for allegedly distributing sexually explicit materials on social media. Authorities executed a search warrant at Davies High School on Monday
Aberdeen City Council Approves Two-Way Street Downtown, Mayor Breaks Tie
(Aberdeen, SD) — Aberdeen’s City Council is narrowly voting to convert downtown from a one-way street to a two-way road, with Mayor Travis Schaunaman breaking the five to four decision. The change has sparked strong reactions from
USD Professor Sues Over Suspension Tied to Charlie Kirk Post
(Vermillion, SD) — A longtime University of South Dakota art professor is suing after being placed on leave over a controversial Facebook post about Charlie Kirk’s death. Michael Hook argues his comments are protected free speech and
Sioux Falls Man Accused of Long-Term Rape Found Incompetent for Trial
(Sioux Falls, SD) — A Sioux Falls man accused of raping a woman over nearly five years was back in court Tuesday for a competency hearing. A judge ruled that 35-year-old Kyle Huff isn’t mentally fit to
Rapid City Man’s Fitness for Trial Under Review in Father’s Murder Case
(Rapid City, SD) — Attorneys for the Rapid City man accused of killing his father are working with mental health professionals to determine if he’s fit to stand trial. Nicholas Selig missed his first two court appearances
South Dakota Loses Over 400,000 Turkeys to Bird Flu
(Undated) — The USDA reports South Dakota has lost more than 400-thousand turkeys to bird flu in the past month. The outbreak hit eight commercial flocks and one backyard flock across five East River counties, including Beadle,
South Dakota Lawmakers Approve $650 Million Men’s Prison in Sioux Falls
(Pierre, SD) — South Dakota lawmakers are signing off on a plan to build a new men’s prison in Sioux Falls. During a special session Tuesday, both the House and Senate approved the 650-million-dollar project, which will