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School funding bill poses problems for some districts Video included

House Bill 1248 would pay districts for the number of students at the beginning of the school year, rather than use information from previous years as a funding base.

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Canine cops get a badge and protection

South Dakota lawmakers say it's about time that canine cops get the same protection as their two-legged partners.

Rapid City man admits to hiding gun in attempted murder case

A man charged as an accessory to attempted murder in the shooting at the Lakota Nation Invitational has changed his plea to guilty. In exchange, Joel Little will be sentenced for a lesser charge: accessory to aggravated assault.

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Interim electric-rate hike approved

The South Dakota Public Utilities Commission approved Black Hills Power's request for a 20 percent interim increase in electric rates starting April 1.

New driver's license rules known by many, frustrate some Video included

Department of Motor Vehicles supervisors said up to 75 percent of people are bringing the correct paperwork to get or renew a license.

Deputy charged in crash

A veteran Pennington County deputy is charged with reckless driving for a February accident that left an elderly woman in critical condition.

Rapid City couple pleads not guilty to abusing three children

David Roney and Mary Jo Roney pled not guilty to two counts of aggravated child abuse and one count of child abuse.

Got Pork? South Dakota gets it's share

No one would argue that areas devastated by natural disasters shouldn't get federal aid. But when it comes to just pork barrel bucks, South Dakota reigns supreme. The Taxpayers for Common Sense watchdog

Lease continuance approved for Black Hills Playhouse

Supporters in the House called it "do or die" time for the theater, which has operated in the park for 64 years.

$52-Million in Cuts, SD Lawmakers to Avoid Using Reserves Video included

Last week, the number was $52-million. This week, lawmakers recommend trimming existing programs even more to try and avoid using any reserve funds to balance this year's budget.

Mother sentenced to prison for taking kids out of U.S.

Amber Solay, 45, will spend the next six months in the state penitentiary and the next five years on probation for taking her kids, ages five and seven, to the United Arab Emirates.

Survey: teachers more focused on students than money Video included

A recent survey suggests teachers aren't as concerned with their paychecks as they are with student performance.

Birthing center bill heads to the Senate

State senators will figure whether or not they approve birthing centers, Monday.

Lawmakers hope politicians agree on way to fund Sanford Lab

Lawmakers hope third time is a charm for Sanford Lab.

Distracted driving ban fails in South Dakota Video included

Statistics show distracted driving causes nearly 20 percent of accidents nationwide.

Annexation investigation in Sturgis

The city of Sturgis is under investigation for its handling of last month's election on an annexation measure.

Seven accused in Rapid City landfill bribe

Seven men are accused of conspiring together to obtain free waste-removal services from Rapid City for a local trash hauler.

Superintendent search narrows

Rapid City school board members narrow down their search for the next Rapid City Area Schools superintendent from 36 candidates to six.

Flood insurance could be useful

It's not too late to get flood insurance.

South Dakota K-9 cops may get protection Video included

Any police officer will tell you, K-9s are part of the force.  But unlike a human officer, killing, abusing or tormenting a police dog carries minimal penalties.  Our Katy Urban reports on a potential law that could change the status quo.

 

South Dakota road deaths up

Deaths on South Dakota's roads are up for 2009, according to data just put on the state Public Safety Department's website. While the annual crash data report for 2009 has not been released, the preliminary

South Dakota Senate OKs Game, Fish and Parks appointment

Senators voted 22-12 to confirm Gov. Mike Rounds' decision to appoint John Cooper to the Game, Fish and Parks Commission.

KOTA Territory ranchers are cautiously optimistic for 2010 Video included

Inclement weather or grasshoppers could ruin an otherwise pretty picture for the Ag industry in 2010.

Director: anti-fog technology standard for airport

The technology exists to land a plane in heavy fog but it's too expensive for the Rapid City Regional Airport.

Mixed emotions on Rapid City's new Wal-mart site

The Rapid City planning commission is going to give nearby homeowners a chance to have their say on April 8.

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