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Two members of the South Dakota Division of Criminal Investigation are now able to work in partnership with ICE
(Pierre, SD) -- Attorney General Marty Jackley is giving more details about the two DCI agents who have completed their training to work in a partnership with ICE. Jackley says one agent is based in the east, the other in the west, and both completed the required training last month. They'll focus on violent crime and ...
6h ago

Nick Fosness to represent district 1 in the State House of South Dakota
(Pierre, SD) -- Governor Rhoden fills a vacant seat in the State House, appointing Nick Fosness to represent District 1. Fosness, who lives in Britton, steps in after Christopher Reder resigned in May. He brings over a decade of healthcare leadership and experience on the local school board. The governor calls him a &q...
6h ago

Murder trial of Joseph Hoek to possibly be moved out of Moody County
(Moody County, SD) -- Joseph Hoek's murder trial in Moody County is facing a delay as the defense requests a change of venue for a fair trial. Hoek, who's charged with killing Chief Deputy Sheriff Ken Prorok in February of last year, appeared in court shackled Tuesday, with prosecutors calling multiple witnesses and pl...
6h ago

Oppositon is growing in Sioux Falls against the safety initiative, Operation Prairie Thunder
(Sioux Falls, SD) -- Opposition is building in Sioux Falls to Governor Rhoden's new public safety initiative, Operation Prairie Thunder. Dozens of residents plan to speak at tonight's city council meeting, raising concerns about the operation's focus on immigration enforcement and coordination with ICE. Organizers say ...
6h ago

Justin Rackley's murder trial is moving forward in Lincoln County
(Sioux Falls, SD) -- A high-profile murder trial is moving forward in Lincoln County. Jury selection is underway for Justin Rackley, the 32-year-old accused of killing three people around a backyard fire pit in Sioux Falls. It's been more than a year since the victims -- Kellie Reaves, Michael Thompson, and Daniel Kemn...
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Oppositon is growing in Sioux Falls against the safety initiative, Operation Prairie Thunder
(Sioux Falls, SD) -- Opposition is building in Sioux Falls to Governor Rhoden's new public safety initiative, Operation Prairie Thunder. Dozens of residents plan to speak at tonight's city council meeting, raising concerns about the operation's focus on immigration enforcement and coordination with ICE. Organizers say ...
6h ago

Justin Rackley's murder trial is moving forward in Lincoln County
(Sioux Falls, SD) -- A high-profile murder trial is moving forward in Lincoln County. Jury selection is underway for Justin Rackley, the 32-year-old accused of killing three people around a backyard fire pit in Sioux Falls. It's been more than a year since the victims -- Kellie Reaves, Michael Thompson, and Daniel Kemn...
6h ago

Minnehaha County reviewing pay scale
SIOUX FALLS, SD (KELO.com) -- Minnehaha County Commissioners are getting their first look at a pay and employee classification study Tuesday. Human Resources Director Carey Deaver presented proposed changes to employee policies this morning. She says it's been several years since the last review, so it's past time to...
Aug 05, 2025

Police justified in shooting suspect
SIOUX FALLS, SD (KELO.com) -- Investigators say Sioux Falls police officers were justified in shooting a suspect in early July. 24-year old Deondre Black Hawk fired at officers first, as he tried fleeing. He was hospitalized after being struck by bullets several times when officers returned fire.
Aug 05, 2025

Outdoor pools to begin closing this weekend
SIOUX FALLS, SD (KELO.com) -- Sioux Falls swimming pools will begin the process of closing within a few days. Frank Olson and Terrace Park pools will be the first, closing on Sunday. Terrace Park will host a Swimming Gone to the Dogs event next Tuesday, with a similar event at Laurel Oak in early September.
Aug 05, 2025
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Sioux Falls City Counsellors are spearheading efforts to fund airport expansion
SIOUX FALLS, SD (KELO.com) -- They believe the Sioux Falls Airport plays a major role in South Dakota's economy and economic development. Because of that, the Dakota Scout reports Sioux Falls City Councilors Richard Thomason and Rich Merkouris are spearheading an effort to help fund a major expansion of the airport. T...
Jul 14, 2025

Investigation is underway of an officer involved shooting that happened in Sioux Falls on Monday afternoon
SIOUX FALLS, SD (KELO.com) -- The South Dakota Division of Criminal Investigation is reviewing evidence in an officer-involved shooting in Sioux Falls Monday afternoon. Sioux Falls Police were trying to arrest 24-year-old Deondre Blackhawk on burglary, drug and aggravated assault charges. Information Officer Aaron Be...
Jul 09, 2025

The Chairman of the Federal Commications Commission is in Sioux Falls this week
SIOUX FALLS, SD (KELO.com) -- The chairman of the Federal Communications Commission is setting his sights high on the future of technology and broadcasting. Brenden Carr is in Sioux Falls this week to launch his Build America Agenda. It is an ambitious plan to connect the entire nation to the latest technology to del...
Jul 03, 2025
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Surveillance video has identified two suspects from the evening shooting on Sunday
Sioux Falls, SD (KELO.com) -- Sioux Falls police are still investigating several recent shooting incidents; however, they think they found some answers in at least one case. Surveillance video identified two suspects in a Sunday evening shooting at 12th and Summit. 36-year old Chris Fulks was arrested for aggravated as...
Jun 30, 2025
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University of South Dakota will benefit from the House v. NCAA lawsuit settlement
VERMILLION, SD (KELO.com) -- The University of South Dakota is opting into the NCAA settlement tied to the House v. NCAA lawsuit. That move means USD can now share revenue directly with student-athletes, and keep all current athletes on the roster. Athletic Director Jon Schemmel says the decision won't hurt the schoo...
Jun 18, 2025
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Two members of the South Dakota Division of Criminal Investigation are now able to work in partnership with ICE
(Pierre, SD) -- Attorney General Marty Jackley is giving more details about the two DCI agents who have completed their training to work in a partnership with ICE. Jackley says one agent is based in the east, the other in the west, and both completed the required training last month. They'll focus on violent crime and ...
6h ago

Nick Fosness to represent district 1 in the State House of South Dakota
(Pierre, SD) -- Governor Rhoden fills a vacant seat in the State House, appointing Nick Fosness to represent District 1. Fosness, who lives in Britton, steps in after Christopher Reder resigned in May. He brings over a decade of healthcare leadership and experience on the local school board. The governor calls him a &q...
6h ago

Governor Rhoden celebrating Sturgis Rally
STURGIS, SD (KELO.com) -- Governor Larry Rhoden is wrapping up his time at the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally - but not before making an appearance on Fox & Friends this morning. Appearing with Steve Doocy, the Governor expressed confidence in President Trump's trade deals, even though using the tool of tariffs can thre...
Aug 05, 2025

Attorney General's office making arrests in Sturgis
STURGIS, SD (KELO.com) -- Attorney General Marty Jackley and his team have already made one arrest tied to human trafficking, and several for drug offenses at the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. Officers are operating in plain sight, and undercover. Jackley encourages people to speak up if they see something suspicious.
Aug 05, 2025
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New candidate for governor
CHAMBERLAIN, SD (KELO.com) -- A Chamberlain man with a controversial past is running for Governor. 44-year old Terry Gleason is a registered Republican, running as an independent. Gleason is on the state's sex offender registry for a 200 conviction of raping a 15-year old girl, a charge he denies.
Aug 05, 2025
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