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Senator Rounds returns to Washington as defense bill advances amid nomination delays

By A. C. James | Sep 9, 2025

Senator Mike Rounds has returned to Washington, D.C. after spending August in South Dakota, where he attended several local events such as the Brown County Fair in Aberdeen, the Central States Fair’s Ag Appreciation Event in Rapid City,...

Jamaican man pleads guilty in US court over multi-year fraud targeting California woman

By R. C. Chavez | Sep 8, 2025

A Jamaican national has pleaded guilty in federal court to wire fraud charges related to a scheme that defrauded a California woman of more than $181,000.

Thune criticizes senate delays in confirming presidential nominees

By F. D. Mathis | Sep 8, 2025

U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) addressed the Senate floor to criticize what he described as unprecedented obstruction by Democrats in confirming presidential nominees.

Porcupine man sentenced for assault with dangerous weapon on Pine Ridge Reservation

By M. M. Murray | Sep 8, 2025

A man from Porcupine, South Dakota, has been sentenced to federal prison for assaulting a juvenile within the Pine Ridge Reservation.

Pine Ridge woman receives two-year federal sentence for methamphetamine distribution conspiracy

By S. R. Hodge | Sep 5, 2025

A woman from Pine Ridge, South Dakota, has been sentenced to two years in federal prison for her role in a conspiracy to distribute methamphetamine on the Pine Ridge Reservation.

South Dakota Lottery announces weekly winners for late August and early September

By D. H. Block | Sep 5, 2025

Several South Dakota Lottery players claimed prizes of $1,000 or more during the week of August 29 to September 4.

Thune discusses nomination process challenges and government funding on radio show

By F. D. Mathis | Sep 4, 2025

U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) appeared on The Hugh Hewitt Show to discuss the ongoing challenges in confirming presidential nominees and the broader legislative environment in the Senate.

Thune highlights meetings with South Dakotans during state work period

By D. R. Daley | Sep 4, 2025

U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) recently spoke on the Senate floor about his activities during the state work period, highlighting time spent traveling across South Dakota and meeting with constituents.

Black Hawk man sentenced for conspiracy to distribute methamphetamine in South Dakota

By S. R. Hodge | Sep 4, 2025

A man from Black Hawk, South Dakota, has been sentenced to over 11 years in federal prison for his role in a conspiracy to distribute methamphetamine in the Rapid City area and within the Pine Ridge Reservation. U.S. District Judge Karen E....

Pine Ridge man sentenced to ten years for role in methamphetamine conspiracy

By A. V. Groves | Sep 4, 2025

A Pine Ridge man has been sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for his role in a large-scale methamphetamine distribution conspiracy operating in the Rapid City area and on the Pine Ridge Reservation.

Pierre man sentenced for failing to register as sex offender

By D. H. Block | Sep 4, 2025

A Pierre, South Dakota man has been sentenced for failing to register as a sex offender, according to an announcement from U.S. Attorney Alison J. Ramsdell. U.S. District Judge Eric C. Schulte sentenced Archie Mack, 41, on September 3, 2025.

Senate begins debate on annual defense authorization act focused on modernization

By A. C. James | Sep 3, 2025

The Senate has begun its consideration of the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for Fiscal Year 2026, a key annual measure that sets policy and funding levels for the U.S. military.

Sully County farmers ordered to pay $4 million after crop insurance fraud conviction

By A. V. Groves | Sep 3, 2025

A federal court has ordered Sully County farmers James and Levi Garrett to pay more than $4 million in a civil judgment for crop insurance fraud.

Senate majority leader Thune outlines plan on nominations backlog and defense bill

By A. C. James | Sep 3, 2025

The U.S. Senate is preparing to address a backlog of presidential nominations and advance the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), according to Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.), who spoke at a press conference with Republican...

Thune criticizes Democrats over delays in confirming Trump administration nominees

By F. D. Mathis | Sep 2, 2025

U.S. Senate Majority Leader John Thune (R-S.D.) addressed the Senate on September 2, 2025, raising concerns about what he described as unprecedented obstruction by Senate Democrats regarding the confirmation of President Trump’s civilian nominees.

Which type of South Dakota companies were inspected the most by FDA in August?

By M. M. Stapleton | Sep 1, 2025

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) conducted an inspection at one Biologics company from South Dakota in August.

Lucky for Life ticket sold in Fort Pierre wins second prize

By Rushmore State News | Sep 1, 2025

A player who purchased a Lucky for Life ticket at Dakotamart in Fort Pierre has won the game’s second prize in Sunday’s drawing, according to the South Dakota Lottery.

Manderson man acquitted of involuntary manslaughter in federal trial

By Rushmore State News | Aug 31, 2025

A federal jury in Rapid City, South Dakota, has found Matocika Poor Bear of Manderson not guilty of involuntary manslaughter.

Todd County man found not guilty in federal assault case

By Rushmore State News | Aug 29, 2025

A federal jury in Pierre, South Dakota, has acquitted Joel Miller, 51, of Todd County on charges of Assault by Striking, Beating, and Wounding.

Three major lottery prizes awarded to South Dakota Powerball players

By Rushmore State News | Aug 28, 2025

South Dakota Lottery reported three significant Powerball wins on Wednesday, continuing a streak of large prizes for players in the state.

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