Kiss the Pig Contest
RAPID CITY, S.D. - Staff members at Wellfully kissed a pig for a good cause. In an effort to boost teamwork and raise funds The Employee Council held a “Kiss the…
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Man gets 30 years in deadly shooting of Pine Ridge teen
The latest on court proceedings for James Dowty, accused in the fatal shooting of 13-year-old Te'Ca Clifford on the Pine Ridge Reservation in 2016.
Vivian man sentenced for murder of infant daughter
A Vivian man was indicted on several charges following the death of an infant.
Guard soldiers from Upper Midwest back home for Christmas
BISMARCK, N.D. — National Guard soldiers from the Upper Midwest who served about a year of duty in Afghanistan are back home in time for Christmas. Eleven members of the North Dakota Army National Guard's 191st Military Police Company returned…
A New Whiteclay: Creative space looks to revitalize community
WHITECLAY, NEB. - A new project in Whiteclay, Neb. hopes to empower and energize the community. The border town is notorious for selling staggering amounts of…
Deceased and missing veterans honored in ceremony
STURGIS, S.D. - As part of a national movement, family and friends of deceased veterans gathered at the Black Hills National Cemetery Saturday morning to lay wreaths. [caption id="attachment_84913" align="alignleft"…
Oglala Sioux tribal council member dies
PINE RIDGE, S.D. - An Oglala Sioux tribal council member has passed away at the age of 56. Collins…
SD Mines celebrates 178th Commencement
RAPID CITY, S.D. - Rushmore Plaza Civic Center saw an end, and a beginning, for 199 students of the South Dakota School of Mines and Technology (SD Mines) Saturday…
LNI economic impact estimated at $6 million
The numbers on the Lakota Nation Invitational's regional impact show growth this year. Saturday was the final day of the LNI and its associated tournaments, and founding members said…
Weathering the Hills: Will we see a white Christmas?
The week ahead will be dominated by dry conditions. Wildfire danger will be high with some windy conditions around mid-week. TONIGHT: Clear skies, with mild overnight…
Patrol identifies woman who died in crash near Hermosa
HERMOSA, S.D. (AP) — Authorities have identified a woman who died in a single-vehicle crash in Custer County. The Highway Patrol says 78-year-old Joan Lix, of Hermosa, died in the accident Wednesday night on Box Canyon Road 6 miles west…
Patrol releases names of 2 women killed in rollover
MITCHELL, S.D. (AP) — Authorities have released the names of two women from Mitchell who died in a one-vehicle crash on Interstate 90 in Hanson County. The Highway Patrol says 52-year-old Lisa Shippy and 43-year-old Darcy Constant were killed in…
Police looking for man wanted for assault on law enforcement
RAPID CITY, S.D. – Authorities are searching for a wanted fugitive that is believed to be in or around Rapid City. The Pennington County Sheriff’s Office released a statement on…
Gap store set to close in Rapid City
RAPID CITY, S.D. - A clothing outlet is going the way of Sears, Herberger's and Toys "R" Us: it's closing for good. The Gap Factory Store located on Eglin…
Weathering the Hills: How Dry I Am!
TODAY: As a significant storm affects the eastern United States, the Great Plains will be under a pretty potent…
Trump says Interior Secretary Zinke leaving administration
WASHINGTON (AP) — Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke, who is facing federal investigations into his travel, political activity and potential conflicts of interest, will leave the administration at year's end, President Donald Trump said Saturday. Trump, in tweeting Zinke's departure, said…
Black Hills Skating Academy performs 'Safari on Ice'
RAPID CITY S.D. Young skaters laced up and hit the ice on Friday for their annual winter show. Around 70 members of the Black Hills Skating…
Ellsworth Development Authority receives $200k grant
BOX ELDER S.D. - A large grant from Elevate Rapid City will help round out the annual budget for Ellsworth Air Force Base's economic powerhouse. Elevate Rapid City…
Lakota Nation Hand Game Competition
RAPID CITY, S.D.- Throughout the year's hand games have played a significant role in Native American culture. On Friday, schools and companies gathered for a Hand Game Tournament, which was part of…
Lakota Nation Invitational Art Show displays creative influences
RAPID CITY S.D. - The Lakota Nation Invitational gives athletes of all types the chance to show their stuff. But one competition gives artistic students a way to bask…
Stenehjem backs decriminalizing small amounts of marijuana
BISMARCK, N.D. (AP) — North Dakota's top law enforcement officer says he will back legislation that would decriminalize possession of small amounts of marijuana, noting that it would reflect the reality of what's already happening in state courts. "There is…
Colorado men charged with drug, firearm crimes
PIERRE, S.D. - Two Colorado Springs, Colorado men were charged in federal district court with possession with intent to distribute a controlled substance and possession of a firearm by…
Cyber Protection Team gears up for year-long deployment
RAPID CITY, S.D. - The South Dakota Army National Guard's Detachment 2, 174th Cyber Protection Team is gearing up for a 400-day deployment, and Friday morning, they were recognized. At…
Faces in the Crowd: Whitney Rencountre
RAPID CITY, S.D. - The Lakota Nation Invitational began on the Pine Ridge Reservation over 40 years ago. The LNI was created for more competitive opportunities for Native American youth. It has…
