Local mom & police talk domestic violence awareness
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — October is domestic violence awareness month. Many people and communities are using this time to bring light to the warning signs of domestic abuse, as well as what resources are available for victims. In this Eye on KELOLAND, Sydney Hoier talks with people who are unfortunately all too...
Inmate charged with no contact violations
ROCK RAPIDS—A 43-year-old rural George man already in jail was further charged Wednesday, Oct. 8, on three counts of violation of a no contact/protective order. The additional charges against Daniel Martin Newby stemmed from staff at the Lyon County Jail in Rock Rapids discovering he had contacted an individual he...
Sioux Falls business owner offers homeless solutions
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - As a non-alcohol social space, Good NAtured makes a mark on 8th Street in downtown Sioux Falls. “We offer community and connection and lots of crafts,” said owner Shannon Ward. “We have talking circles, karaoke opportunities for people just to get together and be with the...
Names released in single-vehicle fatal crash near Lennox, South Dakota
Northeast Radio SD News - Lennox, SD - One man was killed and another sustained life-threatening injuries in a single-vehicle crash that occurred late Saturday night, October 4, approximately four miles north of Lennox, South Dakota.
Downtown Pork Showdown returns to Sioux Falls
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - October 15th is National Pork Month, and in Sioux Falls, that means it’s time for the Downtown Pork Showdown. Over 25 downtown restaurants are competing in this year’s showdown, all with a unique dish incorporating pork, and at La Luna Cafe, their pork dish is a pizza.
Hoek trial moved to Pennington County
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) – A circuit court has ordered the the trial of Joseph Hoek to be moved from Moody County to Pennington County. Hoek is charged with the 2024 murder of Moody County Deputy Sheriff Ken Prorok. Hoek is accused of swerving and intentionally running down Prorok on the highway during a high […]
Search to replace Wasko at DOC continues
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — The search for a new secretary of the South Dakota Department of Corrections continues. Josie Harms, a spokeswoman for Gov. Larry Rhoden’s office, said in a Tuesday afternoon email to KELOLAND News that “the position is posted, and the national search started a few weeks ago.”
Sioux Falls firearm silencer company sues FedEx over broken delivery promise
Silencer Central filed a lawsuit against FedEx Corp. and its subsidiaries on Wednesday in federal court in South Dakota, alleging the shipping giant reneged on a promise to deliver firearm suppressors directly to customers’ homes.
Fourth wave of Operation: Prairie Thunder complete
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - The fourth wave of Operation: Prairie Thunder saturation patrols in the Sioux Falls area was completed on October 3. The totals for the fourth operation returned with 240 total individuals in custody. There were 53 individuals arrested between 10/1 and 10/3, including 33 with a...
Select Specialty Hospital inside Sanford to close
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — A specialty hospital in KELOLAND is closing. A spokesperson for Select Specialty Hospital says it is winding down operations. The hospital is located inside Sanford Hospital. According to its website, it’s a 24-bed critical illness recovery hospital. It helps people recover from brain...

















