8% of the population, 40% of SD’s inmates
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — As the state of South Dakota seeks to turn land in northeast Sioux Falls into a new men’s prison, much of the attention has focused on the facility’s location and cost. But less prevalent at times has been a focus on who spends time behind bars in South Dakota’s Department of […]
State making progress representing clients in need
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - Despite its long history of providing the right to an attorney to those who can’t afford one, for a long time, South Dakota provided no oversight in actually providing attorneys, putting a strain on smaller counties. South Dakota’s first state public defender,...
O’Gorman Catholic School seeks new principal
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — Bishop O’Gorman Catholic Schools is seeking the next principal for O’Gorman High School in Sioux Falls. According to a post on Facebook, the Catholic High School is looking for a principal to fill in during the summer of 2026 in preparation of the 2026-2027 school year. To view the full […]
Bus drivers remind public of school bus safety
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - From the classroom to the curb, safety continues to be a priority this year for schools as students get on and off the school bus every day. Police and bus drivers are reminding people to be on alert when driving through school zones...
5 Big Ideas for Sioux Falls’ Empty Royal Fork Building
It’s been five years since Sioux Falls’ beloved Royal Fork closed, and the Empire Mall building still sits empty. Here are fun and serious ideas for what should move in next
UPDATE: Beresford man sentenced for manslaughter
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — A Beresford man – who admits killing three people by crashing his pickup – was sentenced for three counts of manslaughter. He will spend 50 years in prison. 22-year-old Hayden Hall was speeding and high on cocaine when he crashed his pickup in December of 2023. Rather than calling for […]
DCI, DOC investigating 2 stabbings at State Penitentiary
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) – Officials are investigating two stabbings at the South Dakota State Penitentiary, according to the office of South Dakota’s Attorney General. According to a spokesman with the AG’s office, the Division of Criminal Investigations and the Department of Corrections Office of the Inspector...
New restaurant coming to former Taco John’s building
The former Taco John’s building on 41st Street will have another life as a restaurant. Asian Cuisine Express, which also has a location in South Sioux City, is expanding to Sioux Falls. “The restaurant will operate as a fast-food/quick-service model, similar to Panda Express, with a drive-thru for fast...
Nurse, nonprofit founder launches bid for Sioux Falls City Council
A 30-year-old health care professional and nonprofit leader is eyeing a spot behind the dais at Carnegie Town Hall held right now by Sioux Falls’ longest-tenured city councilor.
BBB warns South Dakotans about rental scams involving Locayt
The Sioux Falls City Council has launched the National Community Survey to measure how residents rank the livability of Sioux Falls. Bus drivers say it only takes a few seconds to stop in a school zone, but those seconds can make a difference when keeping kids safe. South Dakota hoping...
