Sioux Falls man gets help from his neighbor after an injury
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - When one Sioux Falls man couldn’t finish his kitchen remodel due to a shoulder injury and surgery, his neighbor picked up his tools and offered to help, showing just how far a little kindness can go in the community. Back in August,...
Wounded Knee Memorial Site stabbing update
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — We have an update on a stabbing at the Wounded Knee Memorial Site in June. Raymond Eagle Hawk, Jr. plans to plead guilty to assault with intent to commit murder. According to court documents, he admits to stabbing a 71-year-old Texas man in the...
George Man Dies In Accident East Of Rock Rapids
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...
Storm Center PM Update: Big Change on the Way
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 […]
Retired Sioux Falls firefighter assists in shooting response
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...
USD withdraws intent to fire professor
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — The University of South Dakota has withdrawn their intent to terminate Professor Michael Hook over a social media post.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...
A lesson about the dangers of distracted driving
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.
$61K grant fuels effort to preserve Black history in Sioux Falls
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...
South Dakota Winter Survival Guide: Protect Against Frostbite
Learn frostbite signs, treatment, and prevention tips for South Dakota winters. Stay safe in extreme cold, wind chills, and below-zero temps.
Flashback Friday: From the patch to painted perfection
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...

















