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86-year-old Hurley man dies after crash near Lennox

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) -- An 86-year-old male died in a three-vehicle crash near Lennox, South Dakota. According to a news release from the South Dakota Department of Public Safety, at 11:50 a.m. Wednesday, October 28, a woman driving a Ford SUV was traveling westbound on South Dakota Highway 44 near 463rd Avenue…

Halloween crash; SF casino robbery update; Wet weather

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) -- Here are Wednesday's top stories: A downtown Sioux Falls crash led to the arrest of a juvenile driver, according to the Sioux Falls Police Department. Interstate 90 in Pennington County is open and operating as normal following a semi rollover crash Tuesday morning, according to a Facebook…

Rounds 'grateful' after win, looks at new Washington

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — Republican incumbent Mike Rounds of South Dakota will have a third term in the U.S. Senate after defeating independent challenger Brian Bengs in Tuesday's general election. "I'm grateful," Rounds said Tuesday. "Once again, it's a sign of confidence on the part of the South Dakota voters. I…

More wet weather today in eastern KELOLAND; Warmer this weekend

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) -- We have another cloudy and rainy day in eastern KELOLAND with highs only in the 40s. We'll keep an eye on the clearing line that will slowly move east during the day in central SD. You can see all the details on Futurecast in the video below. KELOLAND Futurecast the

Republicans keep control of South Dakota Legislature

This story is updated with the District 27 Senate and House results. SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) -- Republicans will continue to control the two chambers of the South Dakota Legislature when the 2027 session opens in January, but Democrats appear to have made some gains. How many Republicans and Democrats will be in the…

Thune: Work with Trump to stop ‘worst impulses of Democrat extremism’

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) – John Thune’s title as U.S. Senate Majority Leader will be changing after the results from Tuesday’s midterm elections. Thune, who ascended to the role of majority leader by two years ago, said in a social media post Tuesday night he will work with President Donald Trump to “stop the worst

Josh Turek wins Iowa's open U.S. Senate seat, AP projects

Iowa Democrat Josh Turek has won the U.S. Senate seat left open by departing Republican senator Joni Ernst, according to projections by the Associated Press. Turek was elected to the Iowa House in 2022 and won reelection in 2024 to House District 20. He defeated Republican Congresswoman Ashley Hinson, who has served…

Lance Russell will be South Dakota’s next attorney general

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) – South Dakota’s next attorney general will be Lance Russell who went unchallenged on Election Day. Russell won the Republican nomination at the state convention in June and the South Dakota Democrat Party didn’t nominate a candidate. Russell will replace Marty Jackley, who is seeking South…

First-time voters head to the polls in Rapid City

RAPID CITY, S.D. (KELO)-- Poppy Stevens voted for the first time Tuesday. "It was a little bit nerve-racking because I just wanted to make sure that I voted correctly for my personal beliefs and what I believe our country should and our state should be like. And me and my mom went through the sample

Voters visit Sioux Falls precincts Tuesday

SIOUX FALLS, S.D (KELO) — A rainy election day isn't stopping Wanda Todd from heading to her central Sioux Falls precinct to cast her ballot Tuesday afternoon. "I like to put my mark on the page and see the people and talk to people and that kind of thing," Todd said. By 1 in the

Voters head to polls for fourth time

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) -- It's been a long five months for Sioux Falls voters, including a primary, two runoffs, and now a midterm election. It's Election Day in downtown Sioux Falls. "I can't complain if I don't vote, so I want to," Sioux Falls resident Kimberly Van Dam said. Kimberly Van Dam is voting

SFPD arrests juvenile in downtown Sioux Falls crash

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) -- A downtown Sioux Falls crash led to the arrest of a juvenile driver, according to the Sioux Falls Police Department. Authorities reported having received several calls about a wrong-way driver on East 10th Street near Mall Avenue around 12:45 a.m. on Sunday. SFPD also reported that a blue…

2nd arrest made in Sioux Falls casino robbery

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO)-- A second man is charged in connection with a Sioux Falls casino robbery. Back in June, police arrested Corbin Conroy, 48. On Tuesday, Curtis Dubray, 65, was booked into the Minnehaha County Jail. Both men are charged with first degree robbery, aggravated assault and grand theft, according to…

Pennington County semi rollover crash on I-90

SIOUX FALLS, S.D (KELO) -- Interstate 90 in Pennington County is open and operating as normal following a semi rollover crash Tuesday morning, according to a Facebook update by the Pennington County Sheriff's Office (PCSO). The PCSO posted Tuesday morning that a semi truck and trailer rolled over on I-90 near mile…

SD declares Election Day Election Worker Appreciation Day

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) -- Tuesday has officially been proclaimed Election Worker Appreciation Day in the State of South Dakota. The South Dakota Secretary of State made the announcement via a news release Tuesday. Election workers are being recognized for the essential role that they play in maintaining the security…

Election Day; RCPD respond to gunshot call; Rain remains

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) -- Here are your Tuesday's top stories: The polls open at 7 a.m. local time across South Dakota for Tuesday's election. An arrest was made after a large police presence was seen on the 3600 block of Elm Avenue in Rapid City on Monday afternoon. The Sioux Falls Police Department is

AP declares Rounds as winner

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) -- Incumbent Republican U.S. Sen. Mike Rounds will keep his seat in the U.S. Senate. The AP declared him the winner at 11:02 p.m. Tuesday. Rounds held a steady lead in his third race for the seat. "I just appreciate the support the people of South Dakota have offered once again,"

Will Amendment L raise the voting bar to 60% in SD?

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO)– One of four ballot measures South Dakotans will decide on in the November election would increase the threshold of votes needed to pass a constitutional amendment. Amendment L would require a 60% supermajority vote to approve a constitutional amendment. This would apply to both initiated and…

UPDATE: 'Yes' for Amendment K in lead

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) -- Results from the General Election are coming in, and "Yes" for Amendment K is in the initial lead. As of 10:28 p.m., 331 precincts in the State have been tallied, with 152,297 votes submitted. 92,165 (61%) votes have been cast for "Yes" and 60,132 (39%) for "No". These numbers are

Minnehaha County voters picking 3 commissioners, auditor

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) – Voters in South Dakota’s most populated county are picking three county commissioners as well as an auditor on Election Day Tuesday. KELOLAND News caught up with the five candidates for three county seats Monday. You can hear from Republican candidates Brent Hoffman, Jen Bleyenberg and Rick…

AP calls race for Rhoden

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) -- The Associated Press called the Governor's race in South Dakota for Republican Gov. Larry Rhoden over Democrat Dan Ahlers as of 10:45 p.m. Tuesday. Earlier Tuesday, Decision Desk HQ had projected Rhoden as the winner. As of 9:35 p.m. Rhoden had 66% of the vote to Ahlers with 34%. This

AP: Marty Jackley wins South Dakota House seat

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO)-- The Associated Press is now calling the South Dakota U.S. House Race with Republican Marty Jackley as the victor. According to the Secretary of States website as of 10:07 p.m. Jackley had a 65% (88,900 votes) and Gronli had 35% (48,814 votes), with a total of 137,714 votes. Previously…

UPDATE: Amendment J's supporters lead

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) -- South Dakota appears on its way to a new constitutional amendment related to who is eligible to vote in the state. Amendment J had 61% of the vote as of 10:47 p.m. With 34% of the vote reported, the yes vote to approve Amendment J, a constitutional amendment related to

Amendment I: Keep Medicaid expansion in SD?

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) -- Should Medicaid expansion remain in South Dakota if federal government contributions falter? Voters will take up the issue on Tuesday. Amendment I Medicaid provides medical coverage to low income children, pregnant women, disabled people and the elderly. Voters approved to expand Medicaid…

Election Day 2026: Results

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) -- The polls open at 7 a.m. local time across South Dakota for Tuesday's election. This story will provide election updates throughout the day Tuesday. Find your polling location information on the South Dakota Secretary of State's office website. 10:05 PM The Associated Press has called the…

Showers will remain in the east through tomorrow

SIOUX FALLS, SD (KELO) - Wet today and tomorrow in the east, but the weekend is looking dry. Heavy rain fell from south central South Dakota into northeast KELOLAND yesterday. Check out the peak wind gusts below... We'll have sunshine in western South Dakota, but northwest winds will keep temperatures from climbing…

Bengs, Rounds make final pitches to South Dakota voters

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — Incumbent Republican Mike Rounds and Independent Brian Bengs are running for one of South Dakota's U.S. Senate seats. They have each said they hope to address issues like gas prices, artificial intelligence and term limits. "Voters have an opportunity to term-limit members every time they…

The economic pressures in Sioux Falls, Rapid City

Every quarter, the South Dakota Governor's Council of Economic Advisors meets to discuss the economy across the state. In this Your Money Matters we check in with two members to see how things are looking in South Dakota's two most populated areas as we enter quarter four.

West River auditors preparing for Election Day

RAPID CITY, S.D. (KELO) -- The Lyman and Haakon Counties auditor's offices have been preparing for the General Election for months. For Lyman County, this election came with some additional obstacles after the former auditor resigned in July. "We did assign or appoint an interim auditor," Abby Martin, deputy auditor…

Meet the candidates: Minnehaha County Commission

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — Various issues are in focus as five candidates compete for three open seats on the Minnehaha County Commission. "An area that I pay more attention to just because of my interactions over the last four years, the juvenile detention center: the work that we're doing there, the building project…

Early ballots pour in ahead of Election Day

RAPID CITY, S.D. (KELO)-- The Pennington County Administration building has been seeing a steady line of early voters leading up to election day. "I do absentee voting because it's convenient, and they get it out of the way before a lot of negative stuff comes out. I do my research before I come in," Pennington

Sanford Pentagon helps tip off college basketball season

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) -- The Field of 68 Opening Day Marathon tipped off at midnight Eastern time with the first of eight mid-major college basketball games, two of which were played in Sioux Falls. Maddie Hamilton is one of the first fans through the doors at the Sanford Pentagon. "This is my first time

South Dakota marks birthday with time capsule burial

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO)-- South Dakotans buried a snapshot of life in 2026 on Monday, sealing a state time capsule filled with everyday items, official memorabilia and personal mementos that won't be opened until the nation's 300th birthday in 2076. The capsule was prepared by the America’s 250 South Dakota…

Rapid City police make arrest in gunshot call

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELLO) -- An arrest was made after a large police presence was seen on the 3600 block of Elm Avenue in Rapid City on Monday afternoon. A man was located in the backyard of a residence and he was armed with a loaded rifle, the Rapid City Police Department said in a

Justices declare SD Senate candidate's petition valid

PIERRE, S.D. (KELO) -- Celestine Stadnick, the Democratic candidate running for election to the District 27 seat in the South Dakota Senate, will remain on the ballot. The South Dakota Supreme Court has affirmed the decision by Circuit Judge Margo Northrup in favor of Stadnick. The state's high court issued its order…

Rain can create sloppy gravel roads

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) -- The rain had stopped for a time Monday before noon in Mellette County. Highway superintendent Tre Iyotte said it would start again, maybe in two hours. Meanwhile, many of the county residents would be out driving on the county's gravel roads. "In Mellette County, a lot of people live on

RC woman arrested in DUI crash

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) -- A 61-year-old Rapid City woman involved in a car-vs-pedestrian crash is now in Pennington County Jail, according to the Rapid City Police Department. Martina Muckler was arrested for DUI and Vehicular Battery following a DUI investigation that determined she was too impaired to safely…

Pumpkins: How should you dispose of them?

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) -- As the Halloween season is ending, many people may be wondering how they might dispose of their pumpkins. The first idea might be to throw them away, but this could be harmful to the environment. Instead, there are a few different ways to use pumpkins. How to dispose According to

SFPD investigate fire in western Sioux Falls

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) -- The Sioux Falls Police Department is investigating a fire in western Sioux Falls Monday morning. Sgt. Aaron Benson with the Sioux Falls Police Department said authorities received the report of a garage fire around 1 a.m. Monday in the area of West Miles Place and West Ralph Rogers Road. The

SFPD looking for suspect in indecent exposure incident

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) -- The Sioux Falls Police Department is investigating a report of indecent exposure to juveniles near the Empire Mall Saturday night. SFPD responded to a business near 43rd Street and Louise Avenue around 6:45 p.m. for multiple reports that someone had exposed themselves to three juveniles…

Severance brewery searches for new owner

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) -- Severance Brewing Company owners announced they will close their downtown Sioux Falls location. "After months of deliberation, Melissa and I are announcing that we will not be extending our lease at The Cascade when it comes up for extension at the end of June 2027," an announcement from…

Ahlers, Rhoden make final pitches

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — Republican South Dakota Gov. Larry Rhoden made it official in November 2025: the man who held the governor's office was in the race to stay there. "I would be very happy going back to the ranch and getting to know my grandchildren better, but I think I owe it to a

Dirt bike crash; Slash piles; Rain and strong winds

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) -- Here are Monday's top stories: A boy died Saturday due to a dirt bike crash near Fairview, SD. Building up slash piles helps clear up debris laying around to remove fuels for potential future fires. Areas of heavy rain are marching across KELOLAND.

Areas of heavy rain, strong winds, Black Hills snow

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) -- Here are some of the weather headlines we are tracking today. Areas of heavy rain are marching across KELOLAND. Here are few rain totals as of 7:30am. We are tracking a large areas of rain across KELOLAND this morning. Take a look at the radar loop to the left. It

13-year-old boy dies in dirt bike crash near Fairview

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) - A boy died Saturday due to a dirt bike crash near Fairview, SD. According to a news release from the South Dakota Department of Public Safety, at 9:39 p.m. Saturday, two people were riding dirt bikes near the intersection of 486th Avenue and 290th Street when they collided. One of

75-year-old dies in Pennington Co. motorcycle crash

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) - A 75-year-old man died Friday in a single-vehicle crash in Rapid City. According to a news release from the South Dakota Department of Public Safety, at 12:08 p.m. Friday, he was riding a motorcycle eastbound on Sheridan Lake Road. He was unable to navigate a curve in the road, entered

Candy with 'foreign objects' found in Sioux County, IA

SIOUX COUNTY, IA (KELO) -- The Sioux County Sheriff's Office in northwest Iowa says it "has been made aware" of candy in the Boyden area with "foreign objects, including screws, tacks, and nuts." Authorities made the announcement on social media Sunday morning. The packages appear to have been sealed, the sheriff's…

Jacks beat Yotes; Bale fire; Incoming rain

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) -- Here is a look at Sunday's top stories with KELOLAND On the Go. From the tailgate all the way to the stands, Jackrabbits and Yotes fans turned out in full force in Brookings. The Edgemont Volunteer Fire Department is praising some community members after they stepped in to help fight

Neighbors help fight bale fire in Edgemont

EDGEMONT, S.D. (KELO) -- The Edgemont Volunteer Fire Department is praising some community members after they stepped in to help fight a bale fire on Halloween night. The fire department says they were called to the fire at 5:40 Saturday night. Officials say the fire chief was the first to arrive, but was met by

SDSU vs. USD rivalry reactions

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) -- SDSU and USD fans tailgating outside of the Dana J, Dykhouse Stadium say gameday is all about high energy and good competition. "It's fun. It's such a big day. Good rivalry. Both teams are doing pretty good. The rain stopped, so it should be a fun day," USD Alumni Mike

Giving Hope Bingo celebrates milestone anniversary

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — A Sioux Falls bingo hall is celebrating a milestone, and its volunteers want you to be part of the celebration. Giving Hope Bingo's tables are set, and its bingo cards are ready to be stamped. The nonprofit is marking a decade of turning the luck-based game into hope for families. "Everything

SDSU football survive USD 31-21 in rivalry battle

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) -- The SDSU football team went on to claim the 31-21 win over USD in the Interstate Series rivalry battle Saturday at the Dana J. Dykhouse Stadium in Brookings. The Jackrabbits got on the board late in the first quarter with a two yard rush from James Basinger, to make it

Sunday Boredom Busters: November 1

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) -- Here are some Sunday events to bust your boredom: Have all the pancakes you want at a breakfast hosted by American Legion Post 15. It will be hosted at the Military Heritage Alliance in Sioux Falls. It goes from 8:30 a.m. to noon. People 10 and up are $8, and

SDSU hosts USD in rivalry football game on Halloween

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) -- The No. 5 Jackrabbits and No. 6 Coyotes are going head to head Saturday afternoon at Dana J. Dykhouse Stadium in Brookings. Live updates after each quarter can be found below: 5:19 p.m. - SDSU scores again in the third quarter, it's 28-0 SDSU. Halftime score: 4:37 p.m. - Jacks hold

Semi-truck rollover spills corn near Harrisburg

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) -- South Dakota Highway Patrol is investigating a semi-truck and trailer rollover east of Harrisburg. Authorities responded to a semi-truck and trailer that was rolled onto its side at an intersection a mile east of Harrisburg Friday afternoon, according to a social media post from the Lincoln…

$5K reward for missing man; USD vs. SDSU; Showers

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) -- Here's a look at Saturday's top stories with KELOLAND On the Go: Authorities are looking for an inmate who escaped during the Pennington County Sheriff's Work Program Friday. A reward of up to $5,000 is being offered for information on the location of 25-year-old Jory Low-Dog. Authorities…

Gronli, Jackley give final pitches to voters

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) -- Time is running out for voters to make their choices in the upcoming midterm election. One of the races on the ballot is for who will represent South Dakota in Congress. KELOLAND News caught up with Republican Marty Jackley and Democrat Nikki Gronli as they make their final cases for

Flandreau community pledges to support each other

FLANDREAU, S.D. (KELO) -- Countless people filled the football stands as their candles shone bright as they came to honor the young lives lost and one who is currently hospitalized. "As we all endure everything these girls and they had touched so many lives. Our children, you know, I mean, to everybody in the…

$5K reward for information on missing Jory Low Dog

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) -- A reward of up to $5,000 is offered for information on the location of Jory Low Dog, the Bureau of Indian Affairs (BIA), Office of Justice Services Missing and Murdered Unit said. Low Dog, 25, was last seen on Sept. 18. His last known location was Dupree. He is described

County work program inmate escapes in Rapid City

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) -- Law enforcement is looking for Pennington County inmate Christopher Whiteface who escaped from a supervised work crew at about 2:45 pm, Friday, the county sheriff's office said in a news release. A news release sent after 6 p.m. Friday said Whiteface is 5’11 and 198 pounds. He was dressed in

Dakota Angler Institute casting a wider net

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) -- An event dedicated to ice fishing has a new name and approach. Just like springtime at the lake, the ice is out. "It's called the Dakota Angler Institute, which used to be the Dakota Angler Ice Institute," Dakota Angler owner Todd Heitkamp said. The name has changed, but only because

Another stretch of Veterans Parkway opening soon

SIOUX FALLS, SD (KELO) -- The newest section of South Veterans Parkway in Sioux Falls is days away from opening up to traffic. The city expects the stretch between Cliff and Sycamore avenues will open next Friday. This comes as the South Dakota Transportation Commission has approved a Minnesota company's $33-million…

Spooky sights delight viewers around Sioux Falls

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) -- Christmas lights and displays are very popular, but now there's a close second in Sioux Falls. Halloween display are getting more and more elaborate every year and there are several by McKennan Park that you have to see to believe. Carlee Greggor and her kids have never seen anything like

Saturday Boredom Busters: October 31

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) -- Here are some Halloween events to bust your boredom: Buckle up because there is not a shortage of events to go to Saturday to celebrate Halloween. In Brookings, try the Fall Family Festival at the South Dakota Art Museum and Agricultural Heritage Museum on SDSU's campus. There will be be

Sanford NICU patients celebrate Halloween

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) -- New parents inside Sanford Health's NICU had a Halloween celebration for their tiny trick-or-treaters. First-time mom Kailie Beckman was holding her newborn Maren who was born at 28 weeks. "This is her first Halloween, so we're super excited about that. Being able to dress her up in a…

Checking the lights on the Holideck tower

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) -- A crew was outside the downtown KELOLAND studio Thursday to make sure a holiday tradition continues. Workers climbed the Holideck Tower to replace light bulbs and make sure the system is in order. KELOLAND traditionally lights up the tower on the Friday after Thanksgiving. The lights are on…

48-year-old man identified in Canton explosion death

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) – Officials have released the name of a man who died in a deadly explosion in Canton Monday. The Canton Police Department tells KELOLAND News the explosion killed John Thormodsgard. He was 48, according to his obituary. Officials say the blast happened in the garage, and it spread debris…

Early voting surges in South Dakota and neighboring states

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) -- With early voting numbers surging across the region, county auditors in South Dakota say they're seeing a steady increase in absentee voters as tens of thousands of ballots are cast before Election Day and turnout is already outpacing the 2022 midterm election in several neighboring states…

SDSU vs USD history of attendance

SIOUX FALLS, S.D (KELO) -- Could it be a record setting crowd this Saturday in Brookings for the rivalry game between South Dakota State University and the University of South Dakota? The two teams met at Dana J. Dykhouse Stadium in 2024 when it was 53 degrees at kickoff. The attendance was 19,351, just shy

Justices order a trial be held in a property-access dispute

PIERRE, S.D. (KELO) -- A court trial should be held on how owners of two isolated tracts of land along the western shore of Lake Alice in Deuel County can get access to the properties, according to the South Dakota Supreme Court. In an opinion released this week, the state's high court said unanimously that

Organizer weighs in on Pumpkin Glow balloon event

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) -- Hundreds of families visited Yankton Trail Park Thursday evening to take part in the annual Great Pumpkin Glow event, which saw hot air balloons on display. Hosted by the Sioux Falls Ballooning Association, the event gave attendees the chance to walk inside a hot air balloon and see a…

Tires dumped in Black Hills National Forest

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) -- Authorities are looking for any information regarding an illegal dumping of tires in Black Hills National Forest. According to the Black Hills National Forest, more than 31 tires were dumped. "Time is taken away from staff to locate the trash, load it into a vehicle, and take it to the

90-year-old women killed in Turner County crash

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) -- A single-vehicle crash in Turner County left a 90-year-old woman dead and a 90-year-old man with life-threatening injuries. A press release from the South Dakota Department of Public Safety said crash occurred Thursday afternoon near Marion, South Dakota. The driver of a 2023 Buick Envision…

MN man identified in Moody County fatal crash

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) -- One of the drivers in the Moody County crash that died in the crash that also killed three Flandreau Public School students Monday night has been identified, according to the South Dakota Department of Public Safety. Arthur Anthony Wilber, 88, of Hendricks, Minnesota, the driver of a Ford…

18-year-old arrested for Thursday stabbing on 8th Street

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — Sioux Falls Police announced an 18-year-old has been arrested and booked into jail in connection to the stabbing on 8th Street Thursday. According to SFPD spokesman Aaron Benson, Dominic Red Owl was identified as the suspect and faces two charges of aggravated assault. Red Owl has not been…

A first look at the week ahead in our SD state government

PIERRE, S.D. (KELO) — Here’s a first look at meetings of South Dakota state government boards and commissions open to the public during the week starting Monday, November 2. Click on the name (highlighted in blue) for meeting details. Please note that any meeting may be postponed because of adverse weather or other…

Flashback Friday: Turning frights into fundraising

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) – Halloween is a day away and plenty of people are getting ready for a weekend of costumes, candy, and maybe a few good scares. In this edition of Flashback Friday, KELOLAND's Perry Groten takes us back to 1985, and shows us how one Northwest Iowa town turned fear into a fundraiser.

RC officer involved shooting; SF stabbing; Rain coming

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) -- Here are Friday's top stories: One man is dead after an officer-involved shooting in western Rapid City. Sioux Falls police say a man stabbed two other men in the center of the city Thursday. For the Boys and Girls Club of the Northern Plains, Monday's car crash on Interstate 29

Scattered rain this weekend; Soaking rain for some on Monday

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) -- The forecast ahead is very unsettled across the plains. Rain totals through early next week will likely surpass 1" in many spots. We are watching the possibility of 2+" swaths across the western corn belt, with the heaviest rain arriving on Monday. In the short-term forecast, skies are sure…

Man dead after Rapid City officer-involved shooting

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO)- One man is dead after an officer-involved shooting in western Rapid City. Police say it happened just before 10:00 p.m. Thursday. Officers were called to someone allegedly threatening people with a rifle. Authorities say the man went outside into a wooded area. Police say the man then…

Rapid City students pledge to stay drug-free

RAPID CITY, S.D. (KELO) - Each year students participate in activities and lessons around a new theme about being drug free. "The theme is, make a difference, be a hero and stay drug free, and it means that we pledge to stay drug free. Since I'm on the SLT team, I helped hang up a

Understanding campaign finance laws in SD

Every election year, the topic of campaign finances come up -- how much are candidates spending, how much do they have and who is funding them?

PHOTOS: Trick-or-treating fun at Touchmark All Saints

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) - The Touchmark All Saints retirement community spent Thursday evening getting into the Halloween spirit for a "ghoulishly good time for all ages". Residents decorated their doors, dressed up in costumes, and welcomed trick-or-treaters throughout the community, giving families an opportunity…

From patient to liaison: A SF breast cancer survivor

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) —In 2020, Kelli Aberson was doing a self-check on her breasts when she noticed something out of the ordinary. "I had had a mammogram, about nine months earlier, and we were in, 2020 and just I came across something that didn't feel right. It felt kind of like that frozen pea

Police, doctor give reminders for a safe Halloween

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) -- Halloween is full of candy, costumes and fun. But there are a few reminders to keep everyone safe before heading out to trick-or-treat. There are some things parents should consider. "I would highly recommend that the kids are monitored by their parents, that they know where they are, that…

Iowa man pleads guilty to deadly UTV Hughes County crash

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) -- An Indianola, Iowa man has pleaded guilty to manslaughter in Hughes County in connection to a UTV crash. Zachary Berger, 38, was driving a UTV on the Fourth of July when it crashed, killing his 9-year-old daughter. Berger faces a maximum of 15 years in prison. His sentencing date is

PHOTOS: Halloween fun at Good Samaritan Sioux Falls Village

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) -- The Halloween spirit was in full swing at the Good Samaritan Sioux Falls Village. Staff and residents gathered for a special kind of photo-op Thursday afternoon inside a fully decorated room for the spooky occasion. Kelsey Hartka with Good Samaritan said she was inspired by social media and…

Better Business Bureau warns buyers of Spearfish classic car website scam

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) -- The Better Business Bureau of the Midwest Plains is warning classic and muscle car buyers about Perry Automotive, an unverified business that claims to be "Spearfish's premier" classic car dealership and offers to ship vehicles anywhere in the United States. According to a BBB news release…

Patrick Stewart, legendary actor of ‘Star Trek’ and 'X-Men' fame, dies at 86

Patrick Stewart, the classically trained actor who added Shakespearean gravitas to the “Star Trek” and “X-Men” franchises, has died. He was 86. Stewart died Wednesday in Los Angeles, following “a brief and poignant journey” with Alzheimer's disease and Lewy Body Dementia, spokesperson Kelly Bush Novak said. Stewart’s…

10th Street Slim Chickens appears closed

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) -- The 10th Street location for Slim Chickens appears to be closed as of Thursday. The restaurant is not currently accepting customers and items from the store look to be in the process of being loaded in the parking lot. A KELOLAND photographer took photos of the location on Thursday. Included

'Outrageous loophole': Super PAC evades SD donor limits

PIERRE, S.D. (KELO) -- A family-run petroleum business that operates a well-known chain of 40 convenience stores and is headquartered in Rapid City has found an unusual way to steer more than $700,000 in campaign contributions to people running for election to South Dakota government offices this fall. To do it, the…

Tragedies in SD communities: How you can help

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) -- This week, tragic deaths involving children occurred in southeastern South Dakota communities of Flandreau, Corsica and Hartford. Below is a list of available resources if you wish to give your support or share. Also included are the obituaries currently released. Corsica Logan Denning, 42…

UPDATE: Authorities investigating stabbing in downtown Sioux Falls

6 p.m. UPDATE: SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — Sioux Falls police say a man stabbed two other men in the center of the city Thursday. Sgt. Aaron Benson with the Sioux Falls Police Department says police responded to the area near 8th Street and Indiana Avenue at around 11:20 Thursday morning. Two men were stabbed; the

Wyoming man identified in Meade County fatal crash

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) -- The name of the 30-year-old Wyoming man who died in a single-vehicle crash near Faith, South Dakota, has been released. According to a news release from the South Dakota Department of Public Safety, the crash happened around 8:55 p.m. Sunday. Sean Hanlon Walker was traveling eastbound in…

Gunshots fired near central SF Wednesday night

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) -- The Sioux Falls Police Department is investigating a weapons violation near central Sioux Falls Wednesday night. SFPD responded to multiple calls of gunshots being heard in the area near 14th Street and Western Avenue on Wednesday night around 9:15 p.m. After further investigation, officers…

Crime of the Week: Night home burglary

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) -- Sioux Falls Police are searching for a man involved in a home burglary in western Sioux Falls. Authorities say on Wednesday, Oct. 28, police responded to the area of West 49th Street and South Westport Ave around 10:30 p.m. for a report of a residential burglary. After further…

UPDATE: Missing 16-year-old girl, has been found

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO)-- Aberdeen Police are looking for 16-year-old Jaelyn Arrow Top Knot. Aberdeen Police Department said in a post that Jaelyn was last seen on Wednesday, October 28. She was wearing gray sweatpants and a black sweatshirt. If you have any information about her whereabouts, please contact the Brown…