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6 hours ago in National

Ex-Trump national security adviser Bolton charged with storing and sharing classified information

John Bolton, who served as national security adviser to President Donald Trump during his first term and later became a vocal critic of the Republican leader, was charged Thursday with storing top secret records at home and sharing with relatives diary-like notes about his time in government that contained classified information.

2 days ago in National

County judge in Chicago area bars ICE from arresting people at court

Cook County's top judge signed an order barring ICE from arresting people at court. Cook County includes Chicago, which has seen a federal immigration crackdown in recent months.

2 days ago in National

Supreme Court takes up GOP-led challenge to Voting Rights Act that could affect control of Congress

The Supreme Court is taking up a major Republican-led challenge to the Voting Rights Act, the centerpiece legislation of the Civil Rights Movement, that could gut a key provision of the law that prohibits racial discrimination in redistricting.

3 days ago in National

Trump honoring Charlie Kirk with Presidential Medal of Freedom on what would be his 32nd birthday

President Donald Trump on Tuesday is posthumously awarding America's highest civilian honor to Charlie Kirk, the assassinated activist who inspired a generation of young conservatives and helped push the nation's politics further to the right.

3 days ago in National

Rare October storm brings heavy rain and possible mudslides to Southern California

A rare October storm arrived in California on Tuesday and threatened to pummel wildfire-scarred Los Angeles neighborhoods with heavy rain, high winds and possible mudslides. Some homes were ordered to evacuate.

4 days ago in National

Government shutdown could be the longest ever, Speaker Johnson warns

Republican Speaker Mike Johnson predicted Monday the federal government shutdown may become the longest in history, saying he "won't negotiate" with Democrats until they hit pause on their health care demands and reopen.

7 days ago in National

Blast at a Tennessee explosives plant leaves 19 people missing and feared dead, sheriff says

A blast that leveled an explosives plant Friday in rural Tennessee left 19 people missing and feared dead, authorities said.

1 week ago in National

National Guard set to patrol Memphis but blocked in Illinois for 2 weeks

National Guard troops were expected Friday to begin patrolling in Memphis, a day after a federal judge in Illinois blocked the deployment of troops in the Chicago area for at least two weeks.

World

3 days ago in World

Despite momentous ceasefire, the path for lasting peace and rebuilding in Gaza is precipitous

On Monday, the fragile ceasefire in Gaza led to freedom for Israeli hostages and the release of Palestinian prisoners held by Israel. It was the culmination of a long and tortuous process — but it may, in the end, have been the easier part.

3 days ago in World

Madagascar’s president, hiding in an unknown location, dissolves parliament to deepen crisis

Madagascan President Andry Rajoelina dissolved the lower house of parliament on Tuesday, deepening the political crisis in the Indian Ocean island nation after a military rebellion led him to flee the country and go into hiding.

4 days ago in Trending, World

Living hostages and Palestinian prisoners are released as part of ceasefire in Gaza

All 20 remaining living hostages held in Gaza and hundreds of Palestinian prisoners held by Israel walked free Monday as part of a ceasefire pausing two years of war that decimated the Gaza Strip and killed tens of thousands of Palestinians.

7 days ago in World

Thousands of Palestinians return to what’s left of their homes as Gaza ceasefire takes effect

Tens of thousands of Palestinians headed back to the heavily destroyed northern Gaza Strip on Friday as a U.S.-brokered ceasefire came into effect in a deal that raised hopes for ending the Israel-Hamas war.

1 week ago in World

Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado wins the Nobel Peace Prize

Venezuelan opposition leader María Corina Machado won the Nobel Peace Prize on Friday for her struggle to achieve a democratic transition in the South American nation, winning recognition as a woman "who keeps the flame of democracy burning amid a growing darkness."

1 week ago in World

What we know about the next steps in the deal to pause the war in Gaza

A breakthrough deal pausing the war in Gaza has been reached. But will it lead, as U.S. President Donald Trump proclaimed, to "a Strong, Durable, and Everlasting Peace"?

1 week ago in World

Priscilla nears major hurricane status as new tropical storm forms in the Atlantic

Hurricane Priscilla neared Category 3 status on Tuesday in the Pacific as a new tropical storm formed in the Atlantic, the U.S. National Hurricane Center said.

1 week ago in World

Nobel Prize in Physics goes to 3 scientists whose work advanced quantum technology

John Clarke, Michel H. Devoret and John M. Martinis won the Nobel Prize in Physics on Tuesday for research on the weird world of sub-atomic quantum tunneling that advances the power of everyday digital communications and computing.

Lifestyle

3 hours ago in Business, Government, Lifestyle, Local, People

Sioux Falls Activates “Community Extreme Weather Plan” to Protect Homeless During Freezing Temperatures

Sioux Falls homelessness plan Community Extreme Weather Plan Sioux Falls winter shelter Bishop Dudley House Sioux Falls Union Gospel Mission Sioux Falls cold weather response South Dakota freezing temperatures safety plan winter shelter capacity homeless outreach Sioux Falls city homelessness services

With winter fast approaching, Sioux Falls city officials and local homeless shelters are preparing to protect vulnerable residents from the dangers of extreme cold.

3 hours ago in Business, Government, Lifestyle, Local, People

Summit Carbon Solutions Considers Moving Pipeline Outside Dakotas After South Dakota Eminent Domain Ban

Summit Carbon Solutions may reroute its carbon dioxide pipeline project outside of South Dakota and North Dakota after recent legislative changes. The company filed an amendment with the Iowa Utilities Commission following South Dakota’s new law banning eminent domain for carbon pipelines, calling it a major setback.

3 hours ago in Business, Government, Lifestyle, Local, People

South Dakota Officials Expect Strong Pheasant Season Following Record Harvest Last Year

South Dakota pheasant hunting season 2025 South Dakota Game, Fish, and Parks pheasant season opening day pheasant hunting forecast pheasant population South Dakota South Dakota hunting regulations best places to hunt pheasants pheasant harvest report wildlife management South Dakota hunting season January 31

The South Dakota Game, Fish, and Parks Department is optimistic about this year’s pheasant hunting season, which officially opens tomorrow and runs through January 31.

3 hours ago in Business, Government, Lifestyle, Local, People

South Dakotans Invited to Shape State’s Active Transportation Plan: Public Input Sought on E-Bike Rules and Pedestrian Access

South Dakota Active Transportation Plan e-bike rules South Dakota pedestrian access South Dakota biking and walking safety non-motorized travel South Dakota public meetings Rapid City Pierre South Dakota Department of Transportation transportation planning public input active transportation safety state highway connectivity

State transportation officials are asking residents to share their feedback on South Dakota’s Active Transportation Plan, which focuses on improving walking, biking, and e-bike access across state highways.

1 day ago in Business, Government, Lifestyle, Local, People

Groundbreaking Marks Start of $15 Million Peaceful Pines Senior Living Center in Mitchell

A new era in Mitchell’s housing growth is underway with the groundbreaking of the Peaceful Pines Senior Living Center at 350 North Harmon Drive.

1 day ago in Business, Government, Lifestyle, Local, People

Mark Brown Named Next President of Mount Marty University in Yankton

Mount Marty University has announced Mark Brown as its next president. Currently serving as director of the university’s biotechnology management program at the Sioux Falls campus, Brown will become Mount Marty’s 12th president.

1 day ago in Business, Government, Lifestyle, Local

Mitchell Dedicates Sebert’s Beach in Honor of Former Mayor Lou Sebert’s Legacy of Service

A heartfelt tribute took place in Mitchell on Wednesday as city officials, residents, and family members gathered to dedicate Sebert’s Beach in memory of former Mayor Lou Sebert.

1 day ago in Business, Government, Lifestyle, Local, People

Government Shutdown Enters Second Week as Senate Standoff Over Obamacare Credits Deepens

The second week of the federal government shutdown has begun, with most checks still not in the mail. Senate Majority Leader John Thune and the Trump White House are ramping up pressure as Senate Democrats hold firm on extending Obamacare premium tax credits.

Sports

6 hours ago in Sports

Indiana announces new 8-year contract with coach Curt Cignetti worth nearly $93 million

Curt Cignetti's new deal shows Indiana isn't content with being known as just a basketball school. Indiana announced a new eight-year contract with its football coach worth at least $92.8 million on Thursday, rewarding him for pushing the Hoosiers into national championship contention in just two seasons.

6 hours ago in College, High School, Local Sports, Sports

Sports Roundup: Friday 10/17/25

Area Sports Tonight’s Football Games (All but first two are 7pm starts) Corsica-Stickney @ Platte-Geddes at TBD Tripp-Delmont/Armour/Andes Central/Dakota Christian…

1 day ago in College, High School, Local Sports, Sports

Sports Roundup: Thursday 10/16/25

Area Sports Tomorrow’s Football Games (All but first two are 7pm starts) Corsica-Stickney @ Platte-Geddes at TBD Tripp-Delmont/Armour/Andes Central/Dakota Christian…

2 days ago in Sports

Russell Westbrook is joining the Sacramento Kings for his 18th NBA season, AP source says

Former MVP Russell Westbrook is joining the Sacramento Kings, a person familiar with the agreement told The Associated Press on Wednesday. The person spoke on condition of anonymity because the team hasn't announced the deal.

2 days ago in Sports

Yamamoto throws 3-hitter as Dodgers beat Brewers 5-1 for 2-0 lead in NLCS

Relying on an old-school pitching strategy has the defending World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers two wins from returning to the Fall Classic.

2 days ago in College, High School, Local Sports, Sports

Sports Roundup: Wednesday 10/15/25

Mitchell Volleyball The Kernel volleyball teams get back to the volleyball court tomorrow after their five-set thriller against Sioux Falls…

3 days ago in Sports

NFL is more wide open with no dominant or unbeaten teams through first 6 weeks

The NFL is more wide open than it's been in years. There are no dominant teams this season, no unbeatens through six weeks. Only the Buccaneers and Colts have five wins.

3 days ago in College, High School, Local Sports, Sports

Sports Roundup: Tuesday 10/14/25

Mitchell Volleyball The Kernel volleyball teams are in action today. They will host Sioux Falls Jefferson at the MHS gyms…

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3 hours ago in Business, Government, Lifestyle, Local, People

Sioux Falls Activates “Community Extreme Weather Plan” to Protect Homeless During Freezing Temperatures

Sioux Falls homelessness plan Community Extreme Weather Plan Sioux Falls winter shelter Bishop Dudley House Sioux Falls Union Gospel Mission Sioux Falls cold weather response South Dakota freezing temperatures safety plan winter shelter capacity homeless outreach Sioux Falls city homelessness services

With winter fast approaching, Sioux Falls city officials and local homeless shelters are preparing to protect vulnerable residents from the dangers of extreme cold.

3 hours ago in Business, Government, Lifestyle, Local, People

Summit Carbon Solutions Considers Moving Pipeline Outside Dakotas After South Dakota Eminent Domain Ban

Summit Carbon Solutions may reroute its carbon dioxide pipeline project outside of South Dakota and North Dakota after recent legislative changes. The company filed an amendment with the Iowa Utilities Commission following South Dakota’s new law banning eminent domain for carbon pipelines, calling it a major setback.

3 hours ago in Business, Government, Lifestyle, Local, People

South Dakota Officials Expect Strong Pheasant Season Following Record Harvest Last Year

South Dakota pheasant hunting season 2025 South Dakota Game, Fish, and Parks pheasant season opening day pheasant hunting forecast pheasant population South Dakota South Dakota hunting regulations best places to hunt pheasants pheasant harvest report wildlife management South Dakota hunting season January 31

The South Dakota Game, Fish, and Parks Department is optimistic about this year’s pheasant hunting season, which officially opens tomorrow and runs through January 31.

3 hours ago in Business, Government, Lifestyle, Local, People

South Dakotans Invited to Shape State’s Active Transportation Plan: Public Input Sought on E-Bike Rules and Pedestrian Access

South Dakota Active Transportation Plan e-bike rules South Dakota pedestrian access South Dakota biking and walking safety non-motorized travel South Dakota public meetings Rapid City Pierre South Dakota Department of Transportation transportation planning public input active transportation safety state highway connectivity

State transportation officials are asking residents to share their feedback on South Dakota’s Active Transportation Plan, which focuses on improving walking, biking, and e-bike access across state highways.

1 day ago in Business, Government, Lifestyle, Local, People

Groundbreaking Marks Start of $15 Million Peaceful Pines Senior Living Center in Mitchell

A new era in Mitchell’s housing growth is underway with the groundbreaking of the Peaceful Pines Senior Living Center at 350 North Harmon Drive.

1 day ago in Business, Government, Lifestyle, Local, People

Mark Brown Named Next President of Mount Marty University in Yankton

Mount Marty University has announced Mark Brown as its next president. Currently serving as director of the university’s biotechnology management program at the Sioux Falls campus, Brown will become Mount Marty’s 12th president.

Entertainment

6 hours ago in Entertainment, Music

Ace Frehley, Kiss’ original lead guitarist and founding member, dies at 74

Ace Frehley, the original lead guitarist and founding member of the glam rock band Kiss, who captivated audiences with his elaborate galactic makeup and smoking guitar, died Thursday. He was 74.

2 days ago in Entertainment

A character wouldn’t leave Reese Witherspoon alone. It led to her first novel

Reese Witherspoon's first novel for adults began with the kind of inspiration veteran fiction writers know well — a character who wouldn't leave her alone.

2 days ago in Business, Entertainment, Lifestyle, Local, People

South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley Praises Meta’s New Teen Safety Measures on Instagram

South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley is commending Meta’s decision to restrict teen content on Instagram, calling it an important step toward protecting children online.

3 days ago in Entertainment

D’Angelo, Grammy-winning R&B singer who became an icon with ‘Untitled (How Does It Feel),’ dies

D'Angelo, the Grammy-winning R&B singer recognized by his raspy yet smooth voice and for garnering mainstream attention with the shirtless "Untitled (How Does It Feel)" music video, has died. He was 51.

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Instagram says it’s safeguarding teens by limiting them to PG-13 content

Teenagers on Instagram will be restricted to seeing PG-13 content by default and won't be able to change their settings without a parent's permission, Meta announced on Tuesday.

4 days ago in Trending, World

Living hostages and Palestinian prisoners are released as part of ceasefire in Gaza

All 20 remaining living hostages held in Gaza and hundreds of Palestinian prisoners held by Israel walked free Monday as part of a ceasefire pausing two years of war that decimated the Gaza Strip and killed tens of thousands of Palestinians.

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