Many of us will celebrate another Earth Day on April 22. The very first Earth Day in 1970 was actually organized by Wisconsin’s Senator Gaylord Nelson in an effort to clean up the environment after concerns were raised about a large oil spill off the coast of California in 1969.
Don't tell me the issue is mental health. Save the nonsense about "good guys" with weapons somehow being the answer. The truth is this: There would have been no tragic shooting Wednesday in Parkland, Florida, if a troubled young man had not gotten his hands on a military-style assault rifle …
For many South Dakotans, the presidential election probably dominated conversations with friends and family for much of the year. It’s no surprise, considering how historic the election was from beginning to end. And while that certainly makes 2016 a year for the history books, I’m sure ther…
The Rapid City chapter of the Citizen’s Climate Lobby is working hard to create the political will for the United States to take actions to protect future generations from the consequences of human-caused climate change.
An open letter to United States Postmaster General Patrick Donahoe
Many of us will celebrate another Earth Day on April 22. The very first Earth Day in 1970 was actually organized by Wisconsin’s Senator Gaylord Nelson in an effort to clean up the environment after concerns were raised about a large oil spill off the coast of California in 1969.
Johnson great role model for youth
Why bother with elected officials?
Checking out is not the answer
Ideas to prevent school shootings
Don't publicize names of mass shooters
Three new trucks may join the city's Public Works fleet after an approval recommendation Tuesday from the Public Works Committee.
Committees in the South Dakota House and Senate approved different legislative district maps on Monday, showing a schism among Republicans who lead each chamber over how to draw the political boundaries the state will use for the next decade.
Browse through recently listed homes in the Rapid City real estate market and find your next home!
Committees in the South Dakota House and Senate approved different legislative district maps on Monday, showing a schism among Republicans who lead each chamber over how to draw the political boundaries the state will use for the next decade.
WESSINGTON SPRINGS, S.D. (AP) — Bond of $1 million cash has been set for a man accused in a fatal shooting and hostage situation in Jerauld County.
For Mary Shervheim-Mathews, becoming a friend may be the most fundamental service a volunteer can provide to a child in the custody of the state.
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (AP) — A homicide investigation is underway in a small community in eastern South Dakota, according to authorities.
Almost a week after 24-year-old Leon Richards was stabbed to death in north Rapid City, police believe a portion of the events leading up to his death were captured by phone video.
A Pennington County judge dismissed one count of aiding and abetting for first-degree murder for four defendants charged with killing a co-conspirator.
A former law enforcement officer with the Box Elder Police Department admitted to repeatedly sexually assaulting a victim under the age of 18, according to a signed statement of facts.
Four lives have been taken via homicide in the Knollwood Townhouses in north Rapid City, the latest being Leon Richards, 24, who was stabbed and left for dead and died several hours later after being transported to the hospital on Oct. 19.
State Treasurer Josh Haeder said Friday that South Dakota's unclaimed property holdings exceed $600 million in value and he wants to return that property to its rightful owners.
State legislators will consider five rules to the state medical cannabis program at the Rules Review Committee special meeting on Monday.
A proposed 2022 cannabis legalization ballot initiative has been approved by the South Dakota Secretary of State for signature gathering, according to a news release from South Dakotans for Better Marijuana Laws.
A non-profit organization has filed a lawsuit against the South Dakota National Guard and United States Army alleging Freedom of Information Act violations.
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