(Sioux Falls, SD) -- Sailors from the U.S. Navy's Meteorology and Oceanography team made a special visit to Sanford Children's Hospital. As part of Navy Week, the crew handed out Navy swag and spent time chatting with kids and families. One patient who loved the visit was 15-year-old Ephraim Katz, who lit up talking ab...

(Vermillion, SD) -- A Vermillion man is headed to prison for 30 years after pleading guilty to raping a minor and sexually abusing another child. Clay County prosecutors say 32-year-old Robert Slack won't be eligible for parole until November 2054 under South Dakota's "Truth in Sentencing" law. The abuse invo...

(Sisseton, SD) -- An active shooter scare in Sisseton Thursday morning ends peacefully after a tense standoff. Police from multiple agencies responded to reports of gunfire at the Sisseton/North Housing area. They say a man fired several shots and hit another man once through a wall. The victim was treated at the scene...

(Sturgis, SD) -- One South Dakota nonprofit continues to fight opioid overdoses by placing naloxone distribution boxes across the state. Since May of last year, Emily's Hope has installed these life-saving kits in public spots -- from Sioux Falls to Rapid City, Pine Ridge Reservation, and now Sturgis. The boxes include...

(Sioux Falls, SD) -- A proposed ordinance in Sioux Falls could soon ban tents and encampments in public spaces. A move that directly impacts people experiencing homelessness. While some hidden camps, like one near the Big Sioux River, go unnoticed from the bike trail, city officials say they've become more common. Home...

(Sioux Falls, SD) -- Sailors from the U.S. Navy's Meteorology and Oceanography team made a special visit to Sanford Children's Hospital. As part of Navy Week, the crew handed out Navy swag and spent time chatting with kids and families. One patient who loved the visit was 15-year-old Ephraim Katz, who lit up talking ab...

(Sioux Falls, SD) -- A proposed ordinance in Sioux Falls could soon ban tents and encampments in public spaces. A move that directly impacts people experiencing homelessness. While some hidden camps, like one near the Big Sioux River, go unnoticed from the bike trail, city officials say they've become more common. Home...

(Sioux Falls, SD) -- Tensions rise in Sioux Falls as residents pack a city council meeting, urging leaders to reject South Dakota's new immigration crackdown. The backlash follows Governor Rhoden's launch of Operation Prairie Thunder, a new initiative that boosts law enforcement and partners with ICE to target undocume...

(Sioux Falls, SD) -- As part of Navy Week, a group of sailors is helping build tiny homes for homeless veterans in Sioux Falls through the Veterans Community Project. When the weather turned Wednesday, they pivoted to indoor work, installing microwaves, doors, and doing finishing touches. For many, it's their first tim...

(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 ...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

(Sisseton, SD) -- An active shooter scare in Sisseton Thursday morning ends peacefully after a tense standoff. Police from multiple agencies responded to reports of gunfire at the Sisseton/North Housing area. They say a man fired several shots and hit another man once through a wall. The victim was treated at the scene...

(Sturgis, SD) -- One South Dakota nonprofit continues to fight opioid overdoses by placing naloxone distribution boxes across the state. Since May of last year, Emily's Hope has installed these life-saving kits in public spots -- from Sioux Falls to Rapid City, Pine Ridge Reservation, and now Sturgis. The boxes include...

(Sturgis, SD) -- The South Dakota Department of Public Safety is adding six more injury accidents to its "Sturgis Rally Tally." That brings the total to 41 from August 2nd to August 6th. There were two deadly crashes during that time. Officers made 70 DUI arrests and handed out 873 citations in the Sturgis an...

(Pierre, SD) -- A 605 Statewide Virtual Hiring Event is in the works. It's being hosted by the Department of Labor and Regulation on Wednesday, August 20th. The virtual event is designed to allow job-seekers to connect with employers throughout the state from the comfort of their homes. They'll be able to learn about o...

(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 ...

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