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Rock Rapids, Iowa– A George man has died, and a Minnesota man was taken to the hospital as a result of a crash near Rock Rapids on Friday, October 3, 2025. The Iowa State Patrol reports that at about 2:20 p.m., 28-year-old Matthew Wieber of Benson, Minnesota, was driving a 2016 Peterbilt semi southbound on K60 (also...

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — It has been a hot day in KELOLAND and we are continuing to keep an eye on areas that could break or tie their record highs. As of 3 PM, portions of western South Dakota and Sioux Falls have broke their records. For areas like Rapid City, this will be […]

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - First responders are trained to jump into action, regardless of whether they’re on duty or not. Recently, one former Sioux Falls Fire Rescue member found himself at the right place at the right time. “A guy stumbled up to the front of...

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — The University of South Dakota has withdrawn their intent to terminate Professor Michael Hook over a social media post. “We have taken into consideration your remorse for the post, your past record of service, and the University’s interest in efficient operations,” an Oct. 3 letter to Hook...

The 52 members of the FCCLA organization at West Central High School arranged a mock crash to teach eighth grade students about the dangers of distracted driving.

A collection of 1,500 photos and 20 hours of film capturing the experiences of the Sioux Falls African-American community is being brought to life thanks to a new project at Augustana. The funding, formally titled the African American Civil Rights History Grants Program, allocated $61,000 for preserving black history...

Learn frostbite signs, treatment, and prevention tips for South Dakota winters. Stay safe in extreme cold, wind chills, and below-zero temps.

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) —The countdown to Halloween is ticking, and pumpkins everywhere are getting ready for their moment in the spotlight. In this morning’s Flashback Friday, KELOLAND’s Michael Schwartz takes us back to 1993 for a colorful twist on a classic Halloween tradition. Pumpkins, pumpkins, and more...

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — Multiple agencies in the Black Hills were called in to help rescue a hiker at Hippie Hole. Authorities say it happened yesterday afternoon on the south side of Hippie Hole. Officials say the hiker suffered a medical event on his way in. The Pennington County Sheriff’s Office shared these...

SIOUX FALLS, SD (KELO.com) — Area law enforcement are celebrating a decline in crime numbers, but they recognize building a new men’s prison in Sioux Falls will probably bring more crime to city streets in the future. As they released the semi-annual crime statistics report this week, Sheriff Mike Milstead took time...