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Jackley Seeks Legislative Safeguards For Law Enforcement Use of License Plate Readers
Attorney General Marty Jackley is planning to propose legislation to ensure License Plate Reader (LPR) technology is used solely for legitimate law enforcement purposes with strong protections for the public’s privacy. “I look forward to [Read More…]
Tuesday primaries: Crowley projected to defeat democratic socialist Hong in Wisconsin
With her son George by her side, Democratic Wisconsin Gubernatorial candidate Francesca Hong votes in the primary election on Aug. 11, 2026, in Madison, Wisconsin. (Scott Olson/Getty Images) (WASHINGTON) — Voters in six states on [Read More…]
Trump says he was at ‘greater risk’ on secret flight than decoy Air Force One
: U.S. President Donald Trump speaks to reporters after stepping off Air Force One on August 11, 2026 in Joint Base Andrews, Maryland. President Trump is returning to Washington, DC after traveling to Ohio to [Read More…]
In brief: ‘Monster: The Lizzie Bordon Story’ teaser trailer and more
You’ve got a friend in them, and they’ve got an upcoming digital debut. Toy Story 5 is set to make its arrival to digital platforms on Aug. 18. It will be available to purchase on [Read More…]
An unusually active, summer pattern across the Heartland: a heat wave for some, others recurring severe t-storms,
Across the Corn Belt, thunderstorms—mainly from Iowa to Ohio—are boosting topsoil moisture but causing localized wind and hail damage. Temperatures remain favorable for Midwestern corn and soybeans, except for a surge of heat into the [Read More…]
Near-seasonal warmth, heat and rainfall ahead for most of the Heartland
Looking ahead, the 6- to 10-day outlook calls for the likelihood of near- or above-normal temperatures and rainfall across most of the country. Cooler-than-normal conditions will be confined to northern New England and the western [Read More…]
AgriNovus Indiana: AI and farmer-led innovation is helping shape the future of agriculture
The CEO of AgriNovus Indiana says farmer-led innovations are creating new opportunities for the state’s agbioscience economy. Christy Wright says the organization’s Velocity accelerator program is helping farmers address production challenges. “Farms generate an enormous [Read More…]
Yankton man lends a hand during the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally
A man from Yankton is doing his part to help out during this year’s annual Sturgis Motorcycle Rally. Todd Carr is Director of Instrumental Activities at Mount Marty University and is shuttling people back and [Read More…]
South Dakota vaccine campaign: ‘Let’s Just Talk About It’
As families prepare for the new school year, South Dakota health groups are encouraging parents to talk with healthcare providers about vaccines. As part of National Immunization Awareness Month, the nonprofit Immunize South Dakota and [Read More…]
CBS Sports president says there’s no timeline for a decision on Tony Romo’s future
NEW YORK (AP) — CBS Sports president David Berson said Tuesday he does not have a timeline for a decision about Tony Romo’s future. Romo, the network’s lead NFL analyst, is on leave following his arrest last [Read More…]
‘A new canvas:’ Freeman Academy enters transitional period
Elena Tittel/South Dakota News Watch FREEMAN, S.D. – While the Freeman Academy announced in May that it won’t enroll students for the fall academic term due to low enrollment and financial challenges, its story is [Read More…]
Cattle producers cope with ‘gut-wrenching’ losses from July heat wave
Meghan O’Brien/South Dakota Searchlight George Kenzy said he did all he could to prepare his family’s feedlot for extreme heat and humidity. That included extra water tanks, covering the ground with light-colored bedding to reduce [Read More…]
Federal appeals court protects longer petitioning time for South Dakota ballot questions
Meghan O’Brien/South Dakota Searchlight A South Dakota group won another victory Tuesday in its effort to preserve adequate time for petitioning questions onto statewide ballots, but a state official immediately pledged to continue the fight [Read More…]
Wednesday Sports: August 12, 2026
WEDNESDAY SPORTS, AUGUST 12, 2026 STATE AMATEUR BASEBALL TOURNAMENT – TUESDAY — Clark rallied with a five-run fifth inning to upset South Central League champion Tabor, 10-3, Tuesday night in the second round of the [Read More…]
Clark, Dell Rapids Mudcats advance to Class B state amateur baseball quarterfinals
MITCHELL, S.D. – Clark and Dell Rapids advanced to the Class B State Amateur Baseball Tournament quarterfinals with wins Tuesday night at Cadwell Park. Clark rallied with five runs in the fifth inning to upset [Read More…]
Vikings pick Murray as their starting QB over McCarthy, giving him the rest of camp to get ready
EAGAN, Minn. (AP) — The Minnesota Vikings have chosen Kyler Murray as their starting quarterback over J.J. McCarthy, the widely expected conclusion to what coach Kevin O’Connell pledged was a true competition. O’Connell made the announcement before practice on Tuesday [Read More…]
Alonso, Henderson and Encarnacion-Strand homer for Orioles in 5-2 win over Twins
MINNEAPOLIS (AP) — Pete Alonso, Gunnar Henderson and Christian Encarnacion-Strand each had three hits and a home run on Tuesday night as the Baltimore Orioles defeated the Minnesota Twins 5-2. Brandon Young (9-3) gave up [Read More…]
Cattle futures mixed ahead of direct trade
At the Chicago Mercantile Exchange, live cattle were mixed, feeders were higher waiting on direct business. Feeders had additional support from the lower move in corn. October live cattle closed $.57 lower at $226.32 and [Read More…]
AgroExpo highlights advances in farm technology, research and equipment
The head of AgroLiquid says opening their main research site has given farmers and agribusinesses a place to evaluate the latest technology in real time. Nick Bancroft tells Brownfield the North Central Research Station was [Read More…]
Luigi Mangione jury to be anonymous due to risk of harassment, intimidation, judge rules
Luigi Mangione attends a pre-trial appearance at Manhattan Criminal Court on Aug. 11, 2026, in New York City. (Barry Williams-Pool/Getty Images) (NEW YORK) — The jurors in accused CEO killer Luigi Mangione‘s state murder trial will [Read More…]
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