Leaders of the Boy Scouts of America on Thursday voted to open their ranks to openly gay boys for the first time. But a ban still stands on gay adults serving as Scout leaders. What do you think?
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A Rapid City man will spend thirty years in prison for raping a nine year old girl at a slumber party. A doctor testified that he thought Jeremy Bauer, 33 was at a low to moderate risk to re offend. Bauer
A Rapid City man will spend thirty years in prison for raping a nine year old girl at a slumber party. A doctor testified that he thought Jeremy Bauer, 33, was at a low to moderate risk to repeat.
Local law enforcement is looking for a few good men & women. The Pennington County Sheriff's Department hosted a job fair at the Western Dakota Tech Library Friday. The purpose of the fair was to fill
The Pennington County Sheriff's Department hosted a job fair at the Western Dakota Tech Library Friday.
The recent rain storms were a welcome sight for KOTA Territory, but one place could have gone without them. The Deadwood Public Library has been indefinitely closed down because of recent water damage.
Heavy thunderstorms have forced one KOTA Territory library to close down indefinitely.
Deadwood is known as a small town, but in the next few weeks it could be getting a whole lot bigger. Four landowners who own land north of Deadwood on Highway 89 have come together and petitioned the
Deadwood could be adding 709 acres of land if city approves annexation.
Jamming out with air guitars and signing yearbooks, it's obvious - kids at the St. Thomas More Middle School aren't taking the last day of school too seriously. When asked what students did today, the
Jamming out with air guitars and signing yearbooks, it's obvious - kids at the St. Thomas More Middle School aren't taking the last day of school too seriously. When asked what students did today, the response was an enthusiastic "nothing!"
A Rapid City man accused of creating child pornography images pleaded guilty as part of a deal with prosecutors.On Friday, Jason Wolf, 32, plead guilty to two counts of manufacturing child pornography
A Rapid City man accused of creating child pornography images pleaded guilty as part of a deal with prosecutors.
After more than a week, smoke still hovers over Rapid City at times because of a fire at the landfill. Not only are firefighters battling the fire but they are also fighting against the wind. On Friday,
After more than a week, smoke still hovers over Rapid City at times because of a fire at the landfill. On Friday, they used different tactics to try to put out the fire.
The giant shark that attracts visitors to a popular mini golf course in Rapid City - was stolen. According to Police Spokesperson Tarah Heupel, the 12 foot shark was placed behind a shed on the property
The giant shark that attracts visitors to a popular mini golf course in Rapid City - was stolen.
Sitting in front of the newly restored iron lung, Deloris Waddington remembers what it was like to see her 5–year–old brother inside the machine. "My brother was in the iron lung in 1949 with polio," said
Sitting in front of the newly restored iron lung, Deloris Waddington remembers what it was like to see her 5–year–old brother inside the machine."My brother was in the iron lung in 1949 with polio," said Waddington." "I remember he got very sick and they didn't think he was going to make it."
Memorial day weekend is known as one of the biggest weekends for travelers, this year the numbers are estimated to go down. But could this affect Black Hills Tourism? With the economy still recovering
Memorial Day travel is expected to take a dip this year, but tourism in the Black Hills has increased.
You may notice a few more people in security uniforms patrolling the downtown Rapid City Public Library these days. That's largely because library patrons have expressed safety concerns after a several
The Rapid CIty Library Board met today to discuss the overall security measures they've added to the library.
Where are the presidents going? There's a mystery unfolding in downtown Rapid City, presidents are vanishing from street corners. At one point in time five were missing, including Pierce, Buchanan, and
Where are the presidents going? There's a mystery unfolding in downtown Rapid City, presidents are vanishing from street corners. At one point in time five were missing, including Pierce, Buchanan, and
The wind was strong enough Thursday to blow a tree over and into a power line causing a small fire in the Black Hills. A large tree, on Burgess Road, which is off of Sheridan Lake Road, blew into a power
The wind was strong enough Thursday to blow a tree over and into a power line causing a small fire in the Black Hills.
MILWAUKEE (AP) _ Consumers will soon see labels on their meat telling them where the animal was born, raised and slaughtered. The U.S. Department of Agriculture has required country of origin
Consumers will soon see labels on their meat telling them where the animal was born, raised and slaughtered.
Rapid City is set to welcome another engineering firm to town. Caber Engineering, an engineering firm based out of Calgary, Alberta will set up shop in Rapid City's Black Hills Business Development Center
Caber Engineering, an engineering firm based out of Calgary, Alberta will set up shop in Rapid City's Black Hills Business Development Center in June.
Teens don't always know they are going down the wrong path and sadly, sometimes parents aren't enough help. Putting children first, we explore a National Guard youth academy that gives teens the confidence
Children There may be different reasons for teens to be at the Wyoming Army National Guard's Cowboy ChalleNGe Academy but they all have the same goal ... get their lives back on track.
Visitors are big business in the MT. Rushmore State. And Thursday, the South Dakota Department of Tourism is launching a new plan to get them here. Four presidential mascots and the state tourism staff
The South Dakota Department of Tourism is launching a two week long bus trip across the Midwest to promote South Dakota.
Wyoming drivers should expect to see a few more state troopers on the highways over the next two weeks. Running until June 2, extra troopers will roam the highways looking out for seat belt and child
Extra state troopers will be on the highways this holiday season checking seat belt use
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Crazy Horse Memorial will mark its 65th anniversary with one of its more popular events – the Crazy Horse Volksmarch, a public hike up the world's largest mountain carving in progress.The 6.2-mile (10K)
The 6.2-mile (10K) walk will be offered Saturday and Sunday, June 1-2.
By Terry Woster, Public Information Officer PIERRE, S.D. – Major Randy Hartley is retiring after 25 years with the South Dakota Highway Patrol, Col. Craig Price said Thursday. Hartley started with
Major Randy Hartley started with the Highway Patrol in 1988 at Presho. He served as lieutenant in 2003 and then captain in 2006, serving as commander of the Rapid City district.
The Hand County Sheriff's Office needs the public's help finding an elderly man ... who has been missing since around one a.m. Sunday morning. 82 year old LeRoy Nye was last seen in Saint Lawrence at 10:30
82 year old LeRoy Nye was last seen in Saint Lawrence at 10:30 on Saturday night wearing a white t–shirt and underpants.
Powerball ticket sold in Rapid City is worth $10,000 following the May 22, 2013 drawing. The lucky ticket holder matched four of five white ball numbers and the Powerball to win the game's third prize.
The lucky ticket holder matched four of five white ball numbers and the Powerball to win the game's third prize.
Rapid City, S.D. –The Rapid City Police Department will join law enforcement agencies across the state in May Mobilization efforts. This week, police will conduct saturations focused on seat belt usage,
Officers will be looking for drivers who do not stop for pedestrians crossing at crosswalks and intersections, as well as drivers not wearing seatbelts.
Gov. Dennis Daugaard says he will call the South Dakota Legislature into a special session sometime in late June to deal with cost overruns in the construction of a new State Veterans Home in Hot Springs.
Gov. Dennis Daugaard says he will call the South Dakota Legislature into a special session sometime in late June to deal with cost overruns in the construction of a new State Veterans Home in Hot Springs.
Wall is a town made famous by the hundreds of miles of roadside billboards pointing the way to Wall Drug. But, behind the tourism, Wall is much more ,it's a community of tight knit people, where everyone
Wall is a town made famous by the hundreds of miles of roadside billboards pointing the way to Wall Drug. But, behind the tourism, Wall is much more ,it's a community of tight knit people, where everyone
Rapid city voters took their seats and listened closely to those that might be representing them for the next two years. The Rapid City Chamber of Commerce and the Black Hills Home Builders Association
The Rapid City Chamber of Commerce and the Black Hills Home Builders Association came together to host a meet the candidates forum.
In just a couple of months, Mountain Pine and Engraver Beetles will take flight in the Black Hills."You've got some fairly poor soil conditions," said Brian Garbisch of the U.S. Forest Service. "And then
Exterminators and forest specialist are saying now is the time for property owners to get their trees sprayed.
The images out of Moore, Oklahoma are horrifying."Listening to some of the stories the kids had told, so it was very emotional," said Jonni Hertle, a second-grade teacher at General Beadle Elementary.
According to Tim Mitchell, the Rapid City Area School Superintendent, each school in the district has an individual disaster plan that takes the building's structure and location into account.
For the past several days, Candidate Mark Kirkeby and Incumbent Sam Kooiker answered some of the big questions facing voters. Now we ask them our final question. Why should Rapid City voters elect
Mayoral Candidates discuss why they should be the next mayor of Rapid City.
The driver of a van carrying disabled veterans is charged with two misdemeanors following an accident on Interstate 90 that killed a Sturgis man. Shawn Speirs, 33, of Rapid city will be issued citations
Shawn Speirs, 33, of Rapid City will be issued citations for improper lane change and careless driving in the May 7th crash.
A search is underway for a state prison inmate who left the Rapid City Minimum Unit Wednesday morning. Inmate Freddy Lawrence, age 54, was reported missing from his work assignment at the minimum-security
Inmate Freddy Lawrence, age 54, was reported missing from his work assignment at the minimum-security facility in Rapid City.
South Dakota's U.S. Senator John Thune was one of the participants in the IRS Senate Hearings. He says he tried to focus on who knew what, and when, between the IRS and the Head of the Department of the
He says he tried to focus on who knew what, and when, between the IRS and the Head of the Department of the Treasury, as well as whether the White House knew of the activities, and if any laws were broken.
A death investigation is underway in Rapid City after a body was found lying in a drainage ditch. The body was discovered Monday night by employees at Kopren Motors around 5:20 p.m.Employees were locking
The body was discovered Monday night by employees at Kopren Motors around 5:20 p.m.
At 12:30 a.m. the RCFD responded to a fire at the Landfill, 5555 S. Highway 79. Upon arrival crews reported active fire involving the yard waste recycling area. The pile is estimated at 150 yards by
The smell of smoke and the white plume hovering over much of Rapid City is coming from a fire at the Rapid City Landfill.
A groundbreaking ceremony is planned Wednesday for a gas-fired power plant on the outskirts of Cheyenne. Black Hills Corp. subsidiaries Cheyenne Light, Fuel & Power and Black Hills Power are developing
Black Hills Corp. subsidiaries Cheyenne Light, Fuel & Power and Black Hills Power are developing the Cheyenne Prairie Generating Station.
The pine beetle infestation is a continuing problem in the Black Hills, but thanks to the South Dakota government there's money to help.The state allocated millions of dollars to help counties affected
The state allocated millions of dollars to help counties affected by the pine beetle. On Tuesday, Pennington County Commissioners accepted the first installment.
For the next couple days, firefighters' boots won't be filled with feet, but instead with donations. Rapid City firefighters are teaming up with the Muscular Dystrophy Association to raise money to support
For the next couple days, firefighters' boots won't be filled with feet, but instead with donations. Rapid City firefighters are teaming up with the Muscular Dystrophy Association to raise money to support those affected by the disease.
Obesity is at an epidemic level in the United States, and there are no signs that will change soon. However one rural KOTA Territory school district is taking action to buck the obesity trend. "When
One KOTA Territory school is promoting healthy living through walking.
For the past several days, Candidate Mark Kirkeby and Incumbent Sam Kooiker answered some of the big questions facing voters. Tonight we ask them about Councilman Bill Clayton, who allegedly made
Mayoral Candidates discuss Councilman Bill Clayton's alleged racial comments towards an African American KOTA reporter.
It's official, the Gold Dust casino in Deadwood that closed on New Years Day will soon be re-opening. Mayor Chuck Turbiville says first the existing property which covers half a city block, will undergo
It's official, the Gold Dust casino in Deadwood that closed on New Years Day will soon be re-opening. Mayor Chuck Turbiville says first the existing property which covers half a city block, will undergo
After nearly a year of drought, parts of KOTA Territory are now under water. The Northern Black Hills pick up half a foot of rain, causing rivers and creeks to swell. And in some cases, flood roadways.
After nearly a year of drought, parts of KOTA Territory are now under water. The Northern Black Hills pick up half a foot of rain, causing rivers and creeks to swell. And in some cases, flood roadways.
The head of South Dakota's Department of Social Services has asked a judge to toss out a lawsuit filed by two tribes alleging that the state routinely breaks federal law governing foster care and adoptions for...
The lawsuit alleges the state is violating the Indian Child Welfare Act by holding improper hearings after children are removed from homes.
By MATTHEW DALY, Associated Press WASHINGTON (AP) _ The White House says President Barack Obama opposes a House bill that would speed approval of the proposed Keystone XL oil pipeline from Canada
The recall petition deadline approaching many people have been speaking out against Councilman Bill Clayton At this week's city council meeting, a few people of Rapid City took the opportunity to
People of Rapid City stepped up to defend Councilman Bill CLayton at City Hall.
The next phase of work has begun on an addition to the quickly developing new downtown Rapid City. Crews have started work on draining the water from Memorial Pond into Rapid Creek in anticipation of the
Crews have started work on draining the water from Memorial Pond into Rapid Creek in anticipation of the ongoing renovation of Memorial Park.
FEDERAL SEQUESTER CUTS COULD SOON TAKE A TOLL ON KOTA TERRITORY ANTI HUNGER PROGRAMS, BUT JUST HOW SOON IS A WAITING GAME. LEGISLATION APPROVED BY THE HOUSE AGRICULTURE COMMITTEE WOULD CUT ABOUT 2.5
Federal sequester cuts could soon take a toll on KOTA Territory anti hunger programs, but just how soon?
It's a program aimed to combat drinking and driving in South Dakota. But is it working? The ignition interlock devices were added to the 24/7 Sobriety Program in October. More than 100 people have used
It's a program aimed to combat drinking and driving in South Dakota. But is it working? The ignition interlock devices were added to the 24/7 Sobriety Program in October.
For the next several days, Candidate Mark Kirkeby and Incumbent Sam Kooiker will continue to answer some of the big questions facing voters. Tonight we ask them about city government and how they plan to
We asked them about city government and how they plan to get more citizen participation.
The Oglala Sioux Tribe has revoked the building lease for the only grocery store on Pine Ridge because of continued complaints about spoiled food. Highway 20 has operated the store for more than a quarter century,
Highway 20 has operated the store for more than a quarter century, but the company has been given until August 4th to vacate the tribally owned building.
The inside of the Rushmore Plaza Civic Center will be a little more colorful, thanks to a new mural that's going up. lt also will serve as a memorial and honor those that served our country. Two art
The inside of the Rushmore Plaza Civic Center will be a little more colorful, thanks to a new mural that's going up. It also will serve as a memorial and honor those that served our country. Two art
Law enforcement is increasing its presence in Whiteclay after activists attacked two beer trucks and threatened one driver with a knife. Nebraska State Patrol Col. David Sankey says more officers are patrolling
Nebraska State Patrol officers are patrolling the tiny town, which has seen an uptick in violence from protesters who oppose its beer sales.
Gasoline at some stations in Rapid City is nearly 30 cents more per gallon from a couple weeks ago. Most stations are posting $3.30 per gallon, an increase of about 20 cents in a week. Across South
Most stations are posting $3.30 per gallon, an increase of about 20 cents in a week.
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A Box Elder teen went missing Wednesday, and now police are asking for your help. Wednesday evening, Alissa Ducheny , 17, left the Sams Club parking lot with close friends, leaving behind her keys, wallet
Wednesday evening, Alissa Ducheny , 17, left the Sams Club parking lot with close friends, leaving behind her keys, wallet and cell phone.
While it rained, and at some points, poured, plenty of people still took full advantage of the Custer State Park free weekend. In fact, Craig Pugsley, the park's Visitor Services Coordinator says they
While it rained, and at some points, poured, plenty of people still took full advantage of the Custer State Park free weekend. In fact, Craig Pugsley, the park's Visitor Services Coordinator says they
For the next several days, Candidate Mark Kirkeby and Incumbent Sam Kooiker will continue to answer some of the big questions facing voters. This time we ask them the about their management styles and
For the next several days, Candidate Mark Kirkeby and Incumbent Sam Kooiker will continue to answer some of the big questions facing voters. Tonight we ask them the about Rapid City unemployment. Rapid
Candidates discuss unemployment rate and how they will reduce it even more.
For the past 50 years, the Rapid City Club for Boys has worked to enrich the lives of boys.Friday, the organization celebrated their years of success. The club has seen 33,000 young men and boys since
The club has seen 33,000 young men and boys since it was founded in 1963.
For some South Dakota athletes the wait is over and competition has begun, but in these competitions winning isn't everything. The Special Olympics arrived in Spearfish Thursday and kicked off their
The Special Olympics arrived in Spearfish Thursday and kicked off their opening ceremonies for the Summer Olympics.
Does the Republican Party need to change? After losing the popular vote in five of the past six White House elections, many GOP leaders have raised the question. Saturday night at the Lincoln Day Dinner,
Does the Republican Party need to change? After losing the popular vote in five of the past six White House elections, many GOP leaders have raised the question.
A new ordinance to try and help clean up some of Rapid City's most unsafe and unattractive homes has many landlords up in arms. Last winter, Rapid City adopted the International Building Code to create
Last winter, Rapid City adopted the International Building Code to create a standard for landlords to follow, which primarily focuses on proper upkeep and safety for their tenants.
The Powerball jackpot has grown to its largest jackpot in history, a mind blowing $600 million dollars.Now, KOTA Territory convenience stores are packed with people, some spending hundreds, for their shot
The Powerball jackpot has grown to its largest jackpot in history, a mind blowing $600 million dollars.Now, KOTA Territory convenience stores are packed with people, some spending hundreds, for their shot
For the next several days, Candidate Mark Kirkeby and Incumbent Sam Kooiker will continue to answer some of the big questions facing voters. Tonight we look at the candidates priorities for the city.
Mayoral candidates discuss their top three priorities for Rapid City.
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Evangelist Franklin Graham prayed on a sidewalk outside the Pentagon Thursday after his invitation to a prayer service inside was withdrawn because of comments that insulted people of other religions. More>>
