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Rhoden: State to buy Benson Road land for new men's prison

Prison · Sioux Falls

Rhoden: State to buy Benson Road land for new men's prison

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SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) -- The state of South Dakota has a purchase agreement that includes cash payment $12.5 million to buy 148 acres in northeast Sioux Falls along Benson Road for a new men's prison, according to a news release from Gov. Larry Rhoden's office. Man wanted for RC shooting arrested in Sioux Falls The agreement is an option to buy and it will need legislative approval. The Legislature will meet in a special session on Sept…See the Story

USD Moving Medical School to Sioux Falls

Education · Sioux Falls

USD Moving Medical School to Sioux Falls

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UPDATED: 10:53 a.m. SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) – A major change is coming to the University of South Dakota’s medical school. In an announcement at the Canopy by Hilton hotel in downtown Sioux Falls Thursday, officials announced plans to move South Dakota’s lone medical school to Sioux Falls from Vermillion. SFPD: Almost 50 EBT cardholders scammed USD President Sheila Gestring made the announcement that the first 18 months of USD’s doctor …See the Story

Thune anticipates ‘big fight’ in September over potential government shutdown

Government Shutdown · Sioux Falls

Thune anticipates ‘big fight’ in September over potential government shutdown

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SIOUX FALLS — When South Dakota Republican John Thune delivered his first remarks as U.S. Senate majority leader in January, he pledged to restore “regular order” to the chamber, including “bringing appropriations bills to the floor for serious deliberation.” Tuesday, he said a stopgap spending bill will likely need to be negotiated with Democrats to avoid a government shutdown in October. Congress didn’t finish its 12 annual spending bills befo…See the Story

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How Sioux Falls' Anti-Encampment Ordinance Changed

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SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — Sioux Falls City Council chair Rich Merkouris told his fellow councilors and the public Tuesday night that homelessness was his motivation to serve on the council. "This is why I ran for city council, was the issue of homelessness," Merkouris said Tuesday during the council meeting. Applesauce, pickles on the menu at food rescue event Wednesday in an interview with KELOLAND News, he reiterated that impulse. "This…Sioux Falls · Sioux Falls See the Story

20 Reports of EBT Scam in Sioux Falls

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SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) -- There have been 20 reports of fraud to Sioux Falls Police, an excess, police spokesman Aaron Benson said at Tuesday's briefing. The reports are all related to a scam involving SNAP benefits and EBT cards. Callers told police they could not access the funds in their EBT cards when they tried to use them. Triple murder trial: DNA and a missing persons report There is no other information on how the scammers got th…Sioux Falls · Sioux Falls See the Story

SF man indicted on attempted murder

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SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) -- A Sioux Falls shooting suspect is back behind bars facing new, more serious charges. A grand jury has indicted Jabriel Fears on four counts of attempted first-degree murder. Court documents list four different victims and say the crime was premeditated. Woman sues SFPD for negligence after injuries We first told you about this case in June. That's when police say Fears and another man opened fire on a group of p…Sioux Falls · Sioux Falls Read Article

State board passes new election rules

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SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) -- With several new state laws passing through the 2025 legislature, several of which concern elections, the State Board of Elections updated their rules on Thursday, to be in line with state law. All rules changes that were proposed on the state board elections meeting agenda passed. Among the proposed rules are a change in voter residency requirement, including allowing some voters who use mail-forwarding addresses to …Sioux Falls · Sioux Falls Read Article

$100,000 worth of dog food donated to animal rescue shelters

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SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) -- A local pet food supply store in Sioux Falls put out the word last week that it was in desperate need of more food donations, to help support the number of organizations it assists when it comes to dog rescues. But when it did that, the owners never expected what happened next. It may feel like the dog days of summer, but Christmas came early for Dakota Dachshund Rescue. Woman sues SFPD for negligence after injur…Sioux Falls · Sioux Falls Read Article

Old Courthouse Museum opens Native American exhibit

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SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) – Centuries of Native American history and artifacts are now on display at the Old Courthouse Museum. The “An Indigenous America” exhibit will be on display for at least the next 18 months and features hundreds of artifacts from Native American tribes. The opening reception for the exhibit is August 14 from 4:30-6:30 p.m. A ‘classic cat rescue’ for Lead’s Fire Department “Here at the museum we always strive to ha…Native American · Sioux Falls Read Article

Woman sues SFPD for negligence after injuries

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SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) -- A Nebraska woman is suing the city of Sioux Falls and the Sioux Falls Police Department. Third suspect in custody for Lower Brule double homicide Shelia Risseeuw claims two officers were negligent when they tried to stop a stolen car during the summer of 2023. The civil lawsuit claims the driver of the stolen car was going up to 75 mph on Cliff Avenue before running a red light at 10th Street. That's where it cr…Sioux Falls · Sioux Falls Read Article

What's going on, South Dakota? | Upcoming events & entertainment

Stay up to date with our listing of events happening across the state. From festivals and concerts to theater performances, local sports, and community gatherings, we bring you the latest updates on entertainment and activities for all interests. Whether you're seeking family-friendly fun, cultural experiences, or vibrant nightlife, you'll find plenty of exciting events to explore.Current EventsAug. 15 - Aug. 21Legacy Fighting Alliance 214Friday…Sioux Falls · Sioux Falls Read Article