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271st Street and Cliff Avenue north of Harrisburg is currently closed due to a two-vehicle crash early Thursday, January 28.
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January 29, 2026 at 3:00 PM
271st Street and Cliff Avenue north of Harrisburg is currently closed due to a two-vehicle crash early Thursday, January 28.
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Suspects in Lyon County Courthouse break-in plead not guilty🔽
Suspects in Lyon County Courthouse break-in plead not guilty
Two men accused of causing thousands of dollars in damage at a Lyon County Courthouse
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January 29, 2026 at 2:30 PM
Suspects in Lyon County Courthouse break-in plead not guilty🔽
Spring is just around the corner!
January 29, 2026 at 2:00 PM
Spring is just around the corner!
LIVE @ 7:30 AM: Lexie and Thor discuss the latest news and weather updates to know before you head out the door.
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January 29, 2026 at 1:25 PM
LIVE @ 7:30 AM: Lexie and Thor discuss the latest news and weather updates to know before you head out the door.
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Ron Duval caught this stunning sunset over the South Dakota Capitol! Thanks, Ron! Send in your Photo of the Day submissions here: https://shorturl.at/550jP
January 29, 2026 at 12:00 PM
Ron Duval caught this stunning sunset over the South Dakota Capitol! Thanks, Ron! Send in your Photo of the Day submissions here: https://shorturl.at/550jP
Northwestern's Jalen Langsy scores 48 and makes the most three-pointers in a game since the 1989-90 season as the Red Raiders down Dordt.
Langsy drops 48 points as Northwestern takes down Dordt
Northwestern's Jalen Langsy scores 48 and makes the most three-pointers in a game since the 1989-90 season as the Red Raiders down Dordt.
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January 29, 2026 at 5:40 AM
Northwestern's Jalen Langsy scores 48 and makes the most three-pointers in a game since the 1989-90 season as the Red Raiders down Dordt.
Four Coyotes score in double figures as South Dakota takes a 67-55 win over St. Thomas.
South Dakota takes care of St. Thomas in Vermillion
Four Coyotes score in double figures as South Dakota takes a 67-55 win over St. Thomas.
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January 29, 2026 at 5:30 AM
Four Coyotes score in double figures as South Dakota takes a 67-55 win over St. Thomas.
The South Dakota State Jackrabbits have no issue with Omaha in Brookings with an 85-41.
South Dakota State rolls Omaha in Brookings
The South Dakota State Jackrabbits have no issue with Omaha in Brookings with an 85-41.
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January 29, 2026 at 5:20 AM
The South Dakota State Jackrabbits have no issue with Omaha in Brookings with an 85-41.
Augustana Hockey is coming into this weekend looking to bounce back from a loss to Minnesota State.
Augustana Hockey looks to bounce back against Lake Superior State
Augustana Hockey is coming into this weekend looking to bounce back from a loss to Minnesota State.
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January 29, 2026 at 5:10 AM
Augustana Hockey is coming into this weekend looking to bounce back from a loss to Minnesota State.
Deonte Walker returns to Sioux Falls with a 21-1 record to compete in the Sioux Falls Boxing Classic IV.
Deonte Walker returns to compete in Sioux Falls Boxing Classic IV
Deonte Walker returns to Sioux Falls with a 21-1 record to compete in the Sioux Falls Boxing Classic IV.
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January 29, 2026 at 5:00 AM
Deonte Walker returns to Sioux Falls with a 21-1 record to compete in the Sioux Falls Boxing Classic IV.
January 28th Plays of the Week.
January 28th Plays of the Week
January 28th Plays of the Week.
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January 29, 2026 at 4:50 AM
January 28th Plays of the Week.
The American Cancer Society released its 2026 Facts & Figures, revealing that, for the first time ever, seven in ten cancer patients live at least five years after a cancer diagnosis.
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January 29, 2026 at 4:30 AM
The American Cancer Society released its 2026 Facts & Figures, revealing that, for the first time ever, seven in ten cancer patients live at least five years after a cancer diagnosis.
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A downtown Sioux Falls restaurant announced that they had closed for the night after a section of Phillips Avenue was seen flooding with water just before 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Story>> https://shorturl.at/q8IE3
January 29, 2026 at 4:00 AM
A downtown Sioux Falls restaurant announced that they had closed for the night after a section of Phillips Avenue was seen flooding with water just before 6:00 p.m. on Wednesday. Story>> https://shorturl.at/q8IE3
The Metro Center is a $19 million project, funded entirely by private donors and partnerships, which will train up to 400 students annually in critical healthcare fields.
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January 29, 2026 at 3:30 AM
The Metro Center is a $19 million project, funded entirely by private donors and partnerships, which will train up to 400 students annually in critical healthcare fields.
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South Dakota has seen its first confirmed measles cases after the January 15 incident in Milbank.
Department of Health confirms 5 cases of measles in Milbank
South Dakota has seen its first confirmed measles cases after the January 15 incident in Milbank.
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January 29, 2026 at 3:00 AM
South Dakota has seen its first confirmed measles cases after the January 15 incident in Milbank.
Senator Jim Mehlhaff’s proposal, titled Senate Bill 99, would have eliminated property taxes levied by K-12 school districts and replaced that money with an increased sales tax.
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January 29, 2026 at 2:30 AM
Senator Jim Mehlhaff’s proposal, titled Senate Bill 99, would have eliminated property taxes levied by K-12 school districts and replaced that money with an increased sales tax.
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Addy Anderson from Mitchell started Cotton Dreams Candy Co. to raise money for her big-stage dreams at a summer theater camp.
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January 29, 2026 at 2:00 AM
Addy Anderson from Mitchell started Cotton Dreams Candy Co. to raise money for her big-stage dreams at a summer theater camp.
Learn more here>> https://shorturl.at/Idana
Learn more here>> https://shorturl.at/Idana
Gerber is recalling some of its arrowroot biscuits because they could potentially contain pieces of plastic or paper that should not be eaten.
Gerber recalls arrowroot biscuits over baby snack possibly containing pieces of plastic or paper
Gerber is recalling some of its arrowroot biscuits that should not be eaten.
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January 29, 2026 at 1:30 AM
Gerber is recalling some of its arrowroot biscuits because they could potentially contain pieces of plastic or paper that should not be eaten.
As lawmakers on the national stage discuss the future of former South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem, those hoping to lead the state in the future weighed in on her role as the Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security.
SD candidates, leaders react to calls for Noem’s resignation
As lawmakers on the national stage discuss the future of former South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem, those hoping to lead the state in the future weighed in on her role as the Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security.
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January 29, 2026 at 1:00 AM
As lawmakers on the national stage discuss the future of former South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem, those hoping to lead the state in the future weighed in on her role as the Secretary of the Department of Homeland Security.
The US Department of Housing and Urban Development uses data from PIT counts to evaluate the effectiveness of local agencies’ efforts to combat homelessness and to determine funding for them.
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January 29, 2026 at 12:30 AM
The US Department of Housing and Urban Development uses data from PIT counts to evaluate the effectiveness of local agencies’ efforts to combat homelessness and to determine funding for them.
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For five decades, Ed’s Pet World has been a part of Main Street Mitchell. That's why Ed Anderson is this week's "Someone You Should Know".
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January 29, 2026 at 12:00 AM
For five decades, Ed’s Pet World has been a part of Main Street Mitchell. That's why Ed Anderson is this week's "Someone You Should Know".
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The demand for a new shelter comes from the 28% increase in intakes in the past year. According to the Brookings Humane Society, the current facility can’t keep up with the increase.
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January 28, 2026 at 11:15 PM
The demand for a new shelter comes from the 28% increase in intakes in the past year. According to the Brookings Humane Society, the current facility can’t keep up with the increase.
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Captain Josh Phillips launched his campaign for Minnehaha County Sheriff after receiving an endorsement from Sheriff Mike Milstead on Wednesday.
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January 28, 2026 at 10:30 PM
Captain Josh Phillips launched his campaign for Minnehaha County Sheriff after receiving an endorsement from Sheriff Mike Milstead on Wednesday.
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On the job for a year, Noem has clashed at times with lawmakers on Capitol Hill.
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January 28, 2026 at 9:45 PM
On the job for a year, Noem has clashed at times with lawmakers on Capitol Hill.
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Sioux Falls Fire Rescue responded to a structure fire at the 500 block of North Grange Avenue around 11:17 am on Wednesday, January 28.
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January 28, 2026 at 9:00 PM
Sioux Falls Fire Rescue responded to a structure fire at the 500 block of North Grange Avenue around 11:17 am on Wednesday, January 28.
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