How many people in South Dakota receive SNAP benefits? 

More than 74,000 people in South Dakota – about 8% of the state's population – receive benefits from the Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program. That's slightly fewer than a year ago, when more than 75,000 people were getting SNAP benefits,...

Sioux Falls man charged with attempted murder after parking ramp shooting

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) - A Sioux Falls man is charged with premeditated attempted murder after a shooting in a downtown parking ramp earlier this month. 31-year-old Mohamed Hassan Sheikh is charged with: Attempted Murder (First...

Taylor Swift’s Future In-Laws Have a Surprising South Dakota Connection

It was November 22, 1994, and Sioux Falls was in the process of picking a new mayor. Incumbent Mayor Jack White, a real estate agent, was not running after serving two terms. The 1994 Sioux Falls Mayoral Election Seven people were on the ballot...

See NICU babies celebrate their first Halloween with handmade costumes      

Baby Addison Swenson is gifted an ice cream cone costume from Lincoln High School students for Halloween on Thursday, Oct. 30, 2025, at Sanford's NICU department in Sioux Falls, South Dakota.Samantha Laurey / Argus Leader(Left to right) Hannah...

Boo-yah! South Dakota Ranks As One of the Most Haunted States in the Nation

South Dakota just made another Top 10 list. Some people might be thrilled, others might be thinking, “Oh great, what now?” Better, buckle up, because this one’s a little on the eerie side. Dakota News Now is reporting that, according to a new...

Could South Dakota Face a Thanksgiving Turkey Shortage This Year?

What's Thanksgiving without turkey? Well, you may get to find out as we are facing a possible turkey shortage going into the holiday season. Running out of turkeys is unlikely, but you may have to look around for one if you wait too long. And when...

LOCAL: Sports calendar Oct. 30-Nov. 3

LOCAL CALENDAR Thursday, Oct. 30 Football 6 p.m., Second round of the South Dakota Class 9AA playoffs, Hanson at Elkton-Lake Benton Russell-Tyler-Ruthton’s Paisley Thooft attempts to tip the ball over a Central Minnesota Christian School double...

Four Roos Celebrate All-Summit League Honors in Soccer Showdown

Kansas City Women's Soccer has achieved a noteworthy season in the Summit League, finishing with a 3-3-2 conference record and securing the #5 seed for the upcoming tournament. Four players earned all-league honors, with Olivia Platt and Riley...

South Dakota ranked as one of the most haunted states

photomaru / Depositphotos.com Deadwood, SD (KELO.com) — South Dakota ranks as one of America’s most haunted states. A study conducted by LegalUSPokerSites.com has South Dakota in ninth place, with California getting the top spot. South Dakota was...

The One South Dakota VRBO You Need to Book for Unforgettable Dark Sky Views

Calling all stargazers and amateur astronomers! “At the edge of solitude, where stars are bright and the air is fresh,” you’ll find your next getaway in South Dakota. If you can imagine waking up to sweeping views of the red limestone canyons of...

South Dakota Eatery Named Most 'Brilliant' Breakfast Spot in US

Breakfast is the most important meal of the day, and there's a 'brilliant' South Dakota eatery that is the perfect start to your day. Even if you aren't a huge breakfast fan, it can be tough to resist classic breakfast smells in the morning, such...

Why South Dakota Ranks High For Ghost Sightings

It's the time of the year when ghosts and goblins take center stage and rekindle the debate about whether or not they truly exist. Are you a believer? If you live in South Dakota, you have good reason to be one. Tracking Ghost Sightings The Action...

Former Sioux Falls Weatherman Shakes Up The Bourbon Scene

Credit: Brandon Spinner via YouTube Credit: Brandon Spinner via YouTube Every once in a while, I like a bit of bourbon. A couple of my co-workers turned me on to it — the nuance, the notes, how every brand (and even every bottle) hits just a...

Best college hoops team in each state entering 2025-26: Any surprises?

There are a mere few days left of waiting before we can finally, again, hit the road. The road of uncertainty but a path paved with promises to untold, outstanding surprises that await. The road that spans from California to Connecticut, from...

Poll reports lead for Marty Jackley in race for South Dakota US House seat

PIERRE, S.D. – If the 2026 primary election for U.S. House were held today, most South Dakota Republicans would support Attorney General Marty Jackley, according to a scientific poll of registered GOP voters co-sponsored by South Dakota News...

Illinois ranks 3 in the nation for sports betting

FARMERSBURG, Ind. (WTWO/WAWV)— The folks at SmartAsset have released a new study on how popular sports betting is in each state, landing Indiana at 14 and Illinois at 3. Taxpayers are required to pay their regular income tax rate on net winnings...

Senate under pressure as SNAP set to lapse: Shutdown latest

WASHINGTON – Lawmakers are feeling the pressure as federal employees rack up unpaid hours and critical food assistance services are all but set to lapse on Nov. 1. Several senators in recent days, including Senate Majority Leader John Thune, have...

How First Interstate is responding to activist pressure

Key insight: First Interstate BancSystem reaffirmed its strategic plan to pursue organic growth, not bank M&A, as it faces pressure from a high-profile activist investor. What's at stake: The bank seemed to align itself with some of the activist...

Sports Roundup: Thursday 10/30/25

By Drew Ivery October 30, 2025 9:10 am Area Sports Tonight’s Playoff Football Games: Class 11AA: No. 7 seed Brookings @ No. 2 seed Huron at 7pm Class 11A: No. 5 seed West Central @ No. 4 seed Madison at 7pm Class 11B: No. 5 seed Wagner @ No. 4...

DuPage and suburban Cook County Round 1 IHSA playoff first-round football previews

Class 8A When: 7 p.m. Friday About the Dukes: York, Class 8A runner-up last year and a semifinalist the last three seasons, is making its fifth straight playoff appearance. The Dukes, like last year, enter the postseason with a 6-3 record. York...