WATCH: South Dakota’s Most Intense Upward Lightning Storm
The Mount Rushmore State is no stranger to lightning storms. According to a new report from X Weather, the state of South Dakota recorded...
South Dakota women recognized for role in agriculture
Working in agriculture often involves physical, tireless work, but many people go above and beyond, working hard to contribute to rural communities and to...
South Dakota breaks record for number of women elected to the state Legislature
A record number of women will serve in the South Dakota Legislature in 2025, based on unofficial election results from the Secretary of...
Noem wants fireworks at Mount Rushmore
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — Gov. Kristi Noem said on her X account she plans to submit an application to allow...
South Dakota carbon measure rejected by voters
A proposed law regulating carbon dioxide pipelines was losing in unofficial South Dakota election results. The tally was 60% against Referred Law 21 and...
South Dakota Weather Alert: Rain Expected Along I-90 Through Saturday, Clearing by Veterans Day
Sioux Falls, SD - Rain will sweep through the Sioux Falls area tonight, impacting drivers along I-90 and surrounding areas. Showers are expected to...
Cannabis on the Ballot in Four States: The Outcomes
Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form. On Tuesday, voters in Florida, Nebraska, North Dakota, and South Dakota had the chance...
Western South Dakota’s ample sunshine comes with caveats for solar energy
RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - Climatologically speaking, Western South Dakota is one of the sunniest parts of the Nation. "The eastern side of the...
Seven States Passed Ballot Measures To Protect Abortion Rights
This week, science was on the ballot in many states. Voters across the country weighed in on issues like drug legalization, money to fund...
Wells Fargo awards $6 million to support Native American communities
Wells Fargo has announced grants totaling $6.4 million in support of efforts to strengthen housing access and affordability, small business growth, financial health, and...