Family’s loss leads to plan for birthing, bereavement suite at Sanford Health
The happiness came when Kia and Ryan Pidde learned that she was pregnant with their third child. The pain began at 27 weeks, when they learned that their medical team could no longer find a heartbeat. Wells Pidde was stillborn at 28 weeks in 2021, and his parents were left...
Sioux Falls man arrested for robbery turned assault
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — A Sioux Falls man is behind bars following a robbery that turned into an aggravated assault. According to Sioux Falls Police Department Lt. Nick Butler, just before 1 a.m. Wednesday morning, officers responded to the 1000 block of North Minnesota Avenue for a weapons violation. When...
The Ice Arena at The Monument set to display new upgrades
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KELO) — Following years of planning, there are massive upgrades at the Ice Arena at The Monument in Rapid City. This latest phase of projects at the arena costs around $900,000. “To make them more energy efficient, and run a little smoother. The plexiglass replacements, we’re changing out our...
Homelessness coordinator highlights winter plan
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — In a presentation to the city council, the city’s homelessness coordinator, Michelle Treasure, highlighted data and the work of local nonprofits of the past year. “We had a really successful last year,” she said. Treasure said the campaign to end panhandling in the city saw positive data...
Iowans say CO2 ‘Pipeline to nowhere’ goes to SD border
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - When South Dakota celebrated the Eminent Domain Ban bill, signed into law by Gov. Rhoden after the last legislative session, they marked certain protections for landowners. Just a few minutes from the Sioux Falls area, CO2 pipelines are still under consideration. Since the...
Online predators target kids using AI
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) – Perpetrators are using artificial intelligence to prey on their victims’ vulnerabilities, especially kids. “They’ll spend time grooming them, getting to know them, asking them questions, finding out maybe where and what is happening within their life that can draw them closer to them,”...
Moving Sioux Falls Forward: Maguire
This piece is sponsored by the Sioux Falls Development Foundation/Forward Sioux Falls. From a new headquarters campus in Sioux Falls, a family business helps brings clean, safe drinking water to communities nationwide. Maguire specializes in the construction and maintenance of water tanks and towers. Known for...
Native Americans’ Day parade: ‘Something just hits home’
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — A celebration of Indigenous identity and presence was front and center in downtown Sioux Falls Monday on Native Americans’ Day in South Dakota, and this meant a lively parade: a shared celebration which was, nevertheless, personal. “Brought tears to my eyes, and something just hits home and...
Foggy start, but a warmer forecast around the corner
Good morning KELOLAND! It’s a foggy start across much of the region. The picture below is from Falls Park as of 7am. Be careful as you drive on those roads this morning. A dense fog advisory is in effect for the areas colored in gray on the map below through mid morning. The clouds and […]
Important Street Work Updates for Sioux Falls Drivers
The City of Sioux Falls has announced two significant construction projects affecting major thoroughfares, urging motorists to plan accordingly and exercise caution.

















