WASHINGTON, D.C.(WNAX)- The “Ocean Shipping Reform Act” co-sponsored by South Dakota Senator John Thune and Congressman Dusty Johnson has passed through Congress and is now on... Read More
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Name released in bicyclist/truck crash on I-29
WATERTOWN, S.D.(Watertown Public Opinion)- A Canadian bicyclist who was struck last week along Interstate 29 in Deuel County has died, according to the South Dakota Department of... Read More
Law enforcement official announce his plans to deal with societal issues
PIERRE, S.D.(KCCR)- A Pierre area law enforcement official says you’ll hear more this summer about a new kind of societal war. Hughes County Sheriff Patrick Callahan says he... Read More
Another night of storm slow progress on repairs to power lines & poles
PIERRE, S.D.(DRGNews)- Third night in a row of severe weather sets back progress on repairs for West Central Electric Coop. West Central Electric Cooperative crews continue to try... Read More
Senator John Thune react to bipartisan bill dealing with gun safety
WASHINGTON, D.C.(WNAX)- While Senate negotiators say they have reached agreement on the outlines of a gun safety bill, the final outcome will depend on the details. South Dakota... Read More
Protests continue outside of Grand Gateway Hotel
RAPID CITY, S.D.(KOTA)- Hours have changed for those protesting outside the Grand Gateway Hotel, as spring gives way to the heat of summer. Protesters have now been boycotting all... Read More
Mid America economy continues to show growth despite concerns
OMAHA, N.E.(WNAX)- While the latest monthly report on the Mid America economy showed continued growth, there are more warning signs. Creighton University economics professor Ernie... Read More
House fire reported in Pierre Monday night
A home received a substantial amount of damage during a fire last night (June 13, 2022) northeast of Pierre. Pierre Rural Volunteer Fire Department Chief Doug Hinkle says the call... Read More
Congressman Dusty Johnson comment on Ukraine’s war with Russia
The war in Ukraine and the shutdown of their grain exports may lead to rising prices and food shortages around the world. South Dakota Congressman Dusty Johnson says its an issue... Read More
Governor Noem address issues involving nursery home closures
YANKTON, S.D.(WNAX)- The South Dakota Health Care Association says in the past five years, ten percent of state nursing homes have closed, with the most recent closures this... Read More