South Dakota ranked 31st for total amusements sales taxes revenue in the U.S. in 2024
South Dakota generated $12.7 million from amusements sales taxes in 2024, ranking 31st among U.S. states.
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California man sentenced for using fake residency to buy guns
A man from Playa Del Rey, California, has been sentenced to federal prison for making false statements while purchasing firearms.
Number of VA loans issued in South Dakota increased by 16.9% from Q4 2024 to Q4 2025
The U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) issued 470 home loans in South Dakota, totaling $175.1 million, during the fourth quarter of the fiscal year 2025, according to figures provided…
Pine Ridge man convicted for assaulting deputy marshal and threatening federal officers
A federal jury in Rapid City, South Dakota, has found Franklin Long Black Cat, 32, of Pine Ridge, guilty of assaulting a federal officer and making threats to murder two…
Thune urges continued DHS funding amid stalled negotiations with Senate Democrats
U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) addressed the Senate floor as funding for the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) was set to expire.
Thune addresses Senate on anniversary of executive order affecting women’s athletics
U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) addressed the Senate floor to mark the anniversary of an executive order signed by President Trump, which aimed to protect opportunities for women…
Senator Thune highlights impact of Working Families Tax Cuts during Senate remarks
U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) addressed the Senate floor today, discussing the effects of the Working Families Tax Cuts as tax season begins.
Eagle Butte man convicted for threatening Indian Health Service official
A federal jury in Pierre, South Dakota, has found Joseph Lafferty, 68, of Eagle Butte, guilty of threatening a federal official.
FDA Inspection: What type of South Dakota companies were under most scrutiny during Q3?
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted four inspections at four Veterinary companies from South Dakota in the third quarter of 2025.
Thune urges bipartisan action on defense spending and return to regular legislative process
U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) addressed the Senate floor to emphasize the importance of strengthening the U.S. military and returning to a regular legislative process for appropriations.
South Dakota receives $26 million in VA Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans during Q3
The VA issued 75 Interest Rate Reduction Refinance Loans in South Dakota during the third quarter of fiscal year 2025, according to figures provided by the Veterans Affairs Home Loans…
South Dakota: Device companies were the least FDA inspected companies in South Dakota in Q3
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted an inspection at one device company from South Dakota in the third quarter of 2025.
Thune calls for bipartisan action to end government shutdown
U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) appeared on PBS NewsHour with Amna Nawaz to discuss the ongoing government shutdown and Congress’s responsibility to restore funding.
South Dakota ranked 27th in average VA home loan amount in Q2
With an average VA home loan value of $348,175, South Dakota ranked 27th in the nation in the second quarter of fiscal year 2025, according to figures provided by the…
Mobridge man receives eight-year sentence for assault on Standing Rock Sioux Reservation
A Mobridge man has been sentenced to eight years in federal prison for assault resulting in serious bodily injury, according to an announcement from U.S. Attorney Alison J. Ramsdell.
Four South Dakotans charged federally after Sturgis Rally child exploitation sting
Four men from South Dakota have been arrested and face federal charges following a joint law enforcement operation targeting child exploitation during the 2025 Sturgis Motorcycle Rally.
South Dakota collected 1% more in taxes on selective sales and gross receipts taxes in 2023 than in previous year
Out of the $2.6 billion in total tax revenue collected by South Dakota in 2023, $548 million came from selective sales and gross receipts taxes, representing an increase from the…
Mexican national sentenced for illegal reentry after deportation
United States Attorney Alison J. Ramsdell has announced the sentencing of a Mexican national for illegal reentry after deportation. U.S. District Judge Camela C. Theeler sentenced Javier Cruz-Martinez, 29, on…
Florida man receives five-year sentence for firearm possession
United States Attorney Alison J. Ramsdell announced that a man from North Lake Worth Beach, Florida, has been sentenced for possession of a firearm by a prohibited person.
South Dakota collected $191.7 million in motor fuels taxes in 2023
Of the $2.6 billion in taxes collected by South Dakota in 2023, 7.3%, or $191.7 million, came from motor fuels sales taxes, according to the U.S. Census Bureau’s Annual Survey…
South Dakota sees 7.7% rise in insurance premiums taxes collections in 2023
Out of the $2.6 billion in total tax revenue collected by South Dakota in 2023, $105.1 million came from insurance premiums sales taxes, representing an increase from the previous year,…
South Dakota recorded $39.4 million in hunting and fishing license taxes collections in 2023
Of the $2.6 billion in taxes collected by South Dakota in 2023, 1.5%, or $39.4 million, came from hunting and fishing license taxes, according to the U.S. Census Bureau’s Annual…
**** FOIA Request Sent to South Dakota Board Of Regents Regarding Colleges Financial Aid Fraud on May 7, 2025 **
** FOIA Request to South Dakota Board Of Regents Regarding Colleges Financial Aid Fraud on May 7, 2025.
South Dakota invites century farms to apply for state fair recognition
The South Dakota Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources (DANR) and the South Dakota Farm Bureau (SDFB) are inviting applications for the Century Farm and Ranch program.
South Dakota allocates nearly $19 million for water infrastructure projects
The South Dakota Department of Agriculture and Natural Resources (DANR) has announced the approval of nearly $19 million in low-interest loans for drinking water and wastewater projects across the state.