Four Indicted in Sioux Falls Park Murder Case
(Sioux Falls, SD) — Four people now face murder and manslaughter charges in connection with the death of a man found injured earlier this month at Cherry Rock Park in Sioux Falls. Police say 51-year-old Thomas Fernandez
Low Mississippi River Levels Again Jeopardize Farm Income
By: Daniel Munch Economist AFBF Close to half of all U.S. corn, soybeans and wheat exports move through the Mississippi River system, making it one of the most important export corridors in the world. Over the past
DSS, Revenue Roll Out New Safeguards After Fraud Scandal
(Pierre, SD) — South Dakota lawmakers finally have some answers on last year’s string of state fraud cases. Officials from the Department of Social Services and Department of Revenue testified to the state’s Government Operations and Audit
SD AG Announces Indictments in Statewide Smoke Shop Sting
(Undated) — South Dakota authorities are cracking down on illegal products in smoke shops. Attorney General Marty Jackley announced Wednesday that five store owners across the state have been indicted following a sting that uncovered sales of
Rhoden Joins Other Governors Pressing for Action on Drone Threats
(Undated) — Governor Rhoden and a bipartisan group of governors are urging Congress to give states more authority to tackle drone threats. The governors sent a letter highlighting repeated drone intrusions over critical infrastructure, public events, prisons,
USD Professor Reinstated After Court Grants Restraining Order
(Vermillion, SD) — A federal judge is allowing University of South Dakota professor Michael Hook back in the classroom for now, after granting his request for a temporary restraining order. Hook sued the Board of Regents and
South Dakota Prepares for 60th Buffalo Roundup
(Custer, SD) — The 60th annual Buffalo Roundup at Custer State Park kicks off Friday morning, and crews are busy getting ready for the big crowds. Each year, thousands of people from across the country pack in
U.S. Soybean Harvest Faces China Standoff as Brazil Fills Export Gap
Analysts say food exports from the U.S. Midwest could play a pivotal role in any trade agreement between the United States and China. Political and business leaders from across the region recently met with senior Chinese trade