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Judge rules Donald Trump defrauded banks, insurers as he built real estate empire

A judge has ruled that Donald Trump committed fraud for years while building the real estate empire that catapulted him to fame and the White House.
FILE - Former President Donald Trump speaks at a Concerned Women for America Summit at the...

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Midwest Honor Flight is helping veterans from the Midwest region be able to visit the US...
Midwest Honor Flight network continues to restore veteran access to memories lived in the past

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South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem talks with state National Guard soldiers deployed at the southern...
Noem visits South Dakota Guard at southern border

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The RCPD invites the public to participate in the Citizen Police Academy program to learn what...
RCPD says recent Rapid Creek murder suspects shared same social circles

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Dr. Jacob Weasel is the first Lakota surgeon to summit Mount Everest.

First Lakota surgeon to summit worlds highest mountain returns home

Updated: 18 hours ago
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By Juliana Alford
In February, we talked with a general surgeon at Monument Health in Rapid city who wanted to be the first Lakota to summit Mount Everest, now he's back from Nepal.

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The unique Crazy Horse Memorial light show is ending due to outdated equipment after 17 years.

Crazy Horse Memorial bids farewell to laser light show after 17 years

Updated: 24 hours ago
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By Humberto Giles-Sanchez
After 17 years, the laser light show at Crazy Horse Memorial will come to a permanent end due to aging equipment.

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It’s that time of year again where visitors from all over will set their sights on the Black...

Have a dose of patience if you plan on attending year’s Buffalo Round Up

Updated: Sep. 25, 2023 at 11:41 AM CDT
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By Alena Neves
It’s that time of year again where visitors from all over will set their sights on the Black Hills to witness Custer State Park’s ultra popular “Buffalo Round Up”.

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South Dakota Video Lottery

South Dakota video lottery businesses say to raise the max bet

Updated: 18 hours ago
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By Kristin Kite
This is not the first time the maximum bet for video lottery has been discussed.

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Rapid City Park

Rapid City’s park restrooms being closed for Winter

Updated: 24 hours ago
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By Adrian Carbajal
Most of the Rapid City parks will close this weekend as the Winter season approaches.

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Pet emergencies can happen at anytime, therefore it's best to know what steps to take when this...

Prepping yourself and your pet for emergencies

Updated: 18 hours ago
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By Juliana Alford
Emergencies can happen at any time, but what should you do if the emergency is related to your furry friend?

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Lots of Sunshine in Store This Week ; Above Average Temperatures Continue
Lots of Sunshine in Store This Week ; Above Average Temperatures Continue

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Midwest Honor Flight grants veterans overdue access to memorials honoring their service and...
Midwest Honor Flight network continues to restore veterans access to memories lived in the past

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Fall is officially here and with the cooler temps comes closures to most of Rapid City’s public...
Rapid City’s park restrooms being closed for Winter

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This gardener plans to keep letting them grow as long as they will.

Jack and The Giant... sunflower stalk?

Updated: 24 hours ago
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By Cody Dennis
The garden in question boasts a sunflower that towers above everything else at 17ft tall.

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Your pie pumpkin’s flesh will be dark orange inside, plus the flesh will be thick and dense,

The key to your favorite fall pie, getting the right pumpkin

Updated: 4 hours ago
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By Cyle Clark
Pie pumpkins are better for baking because they are sweeter and smaller than carving pumpkins.

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Dallas Dalin of Black Hills Habitat for Humanity hopes for more than 11,000 pounds of aluminum.

Black Hills Habitat for Humanity launches aluminum drive

Updated: 5 hours ago
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By Keith Grant
Black Hills Area Habitat for Humanity rounded out the top three in the first round of aluminum collections. The grand prize for first place is $6,000.

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The Black Hills Parks and Forests Association is setting up mini shops like this all over the...

Supporting the park services by shopping

Updated: 18 hours ago
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By Cody Dennis
You can help out the U.S. parks and forests in multiple ways, like visiting a mini shop or rounding up your next purchase at the grocery store.

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Hospital invests big in nursing programs, will it pay off?

South Dakota sees rise in nursing licenses amidst healthcare shortage

Updated: Sep. 25, 2023 at 2:22 PM CDT
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By Keith Grant
Although there are more registered nursing licenses in the state, it is still not meeting the demand. Monument Health is banking on its investment to pay off.

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Cattle on ranch

Anthrax found in South Dakota cattle herd

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 7:22 PM CDT
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By Kristin Kite
According to the CDC inhaling these spores could infect humans as well as animals.

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Dr. Jacob Weasel, the first known Lakota to summit Mt. Everest.

Lakota Surgeon summits Everest with purpose

Updated: Sep. 23, 2023 at 3:39 PM CDT
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By Keith Grant
Dr. Jacob Weasel, a Rapid City surgeon reached the highest point on Earth in May. His journey, continues through his efforts with the Wopila Project.

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 Richard Hirth adds to plea

Montana doctor compromises Hirth’s case, putting his trial on hold

Updated: Sep. 25, 2023 at 9:55 AM CDT
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By Madison Newman
The Rapid City murder trial of Richard Hirth, accused of killing Jessica Rehfeld in 2015, was cancelled Thursday.

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Ellsworth firefighters put out fire on a mock aircraft at Ellsworth Air Force Base in 2021....

Illnesses related to firefighting foam latest burden for South Dakota veterans

Updated: Sep. 25, 2023 at 1:12 PM CDT
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By Bart Pfankuch
The lawsuits center on cancers, hormonal problems and gastrointestinal illnesses believed to have been caused by exposure to so-called forever chemicals present in firefighting foam that was used for more than 60 years to put out petroleum fires at U.S. airports and military installations.

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Non-profit Black Hills Road Trip to Hope provides financial assistance for breast cancer patients

Updated: Sep. 25, 2023 at 9:30 AM CDT
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By Kayla Henderson
The support helps patients access and complete their breast cancer treatment journey.

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Cypher was voted this weeks cutest pet of the week.

Cutest pet of the week: Cypher

Updated: Sep. 25, 2023 at 9:20 AM CDT
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By Juliana Alford
This weeks cutest pet of the week was given to Cypher. Make sure to submit your pet photo and information for the chance to be voted this weeks cutest furry friend. Also tune in Sunday nights at 10 p.m. to see if your pet was chosen.

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DPS announces October sobriety checkpoints

Updated: Sep. 25, 2023 at 10:04 AM CDT
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By Ezra Garcia
SD Dept. of Public Safety to conduct 22 sobriety checkpoints in 18 counties in October.

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Joe and his son Patrick like to spend time together exercising and watching Disney movies.

How Shared Living gives adults with special needs independence

Updated: Sep. 25, 2023 at 9:19 AM CDT
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By Cody Dennis
The Black Hills Works Shared Living program matches adults with special needs to a relative or caring volunteer to help assist that adult with their day-to-day life.

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NDSU has a brand new E sports center for these players to use.

How Rocket League formed a community among students

Updated: Sep. 25, 2023 at 9:14 AM CDT
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By Cody Dennis
While the professional gaming industry continues to grow, there aren’t as many opportunities for amateurs.

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An event at Black Hills State University aims to restore abortion rights by 2024

Updated: Sep. 25, 2023 at 9:25 AM CDT
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By Kayla Henderson
In an effort to collect signatures for a petition, voter registration is a requirement.

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Friday Night Hike, September 22, pt. 1

Friday Night Hike, September 22, pt. 1

Updated: Sep. 23, 2023 at 12:56 AM CDT
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By Vic Quick and Andrew Lind
Plus, Central fell to SF Washington

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Friday Night Hike, September 22, pt. 2

Friday Night Hike, September 22, pt. 2

Updated: Sep. 23, 2023 at 12:19 AM CDT
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By Vic Quick and Andrew Lind
Plus, high school football scores

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Apartments under construction in Box Elder

Box Elder has been awarded funds for infrastructure projects

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 7:52 PM CDT
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By Kayla Henderson
West River is prepared for a residential expansion in Box Elder.

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Although the month is almost over, Feeding South Dakota needs donations.

The need for food in the community is increasing

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 7:55 PM CDT
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By Juliana Alford
With an influx in prices of groceries, it could be hard for people to know where their next meal is coming from, which can make people depend on food banks.

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Dinosaur Park, Rapid City, SD.

Dinosaur Park renovations are almost finished

Updated: Sep. 22, 2023 at 7:25 PM CDT
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By Madison Newman
The construction is scheduled to be completed in winter, weather permitting.

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The murder trial of Richard Hirth was cancelled due to an issue with a defense expert witness.

Hirth murder trial cancelled due to witness being ‘compromised’

Updated: Sep. 21, 2023 at 10:29 PM CDT
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By Jack Siebold
Murder for hire trial cancelled when an expert witness decides he won't testify.

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Man convicted of shooting at construction workers sentenced to 45 years in prison

Updated: Sep. 21, 2023 at 5:02 PM CDT
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By Shelby Peplowski
The man who fired shots at construction workers in Rapid City has been sentenced to 45 years in prison, with 10 years suspended.
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