Obamacare Refunds: The White House says nearly 1 million Americans in 30 states, including South Dakota, will get $500 refunds tied to federal Obamacare “user fee” overcharges. Native Justice Backlog: A federal audit says the BIA’s Missing and Murdered Unit has been hampered by staffing gaps and redirected funds, stalling cases like Peter Martin’s. Divorce Law Fight: A legal explainer highlights how South Dakota’s “legal ground” requirement can trap abuse victims when spouses contest no-fault divorce. Public Records Rules: Yankton School District is updating its public records policy to handle “data miner” requests, designating a public records officer for certain submissions. Rapid City Utilities Lawsuit: City leaders plan to pursue Tzadik Management over more than $530,000 in unpaid utility bills tied to the Star Village community. Election Courtroom: A judge set a December trial for state Sen. Tom Pischke on election-related felony charges involving forged candidate petitions. Flood Protection Plan: The Corps of Engineers and local governments will study upgrades to the Big Sioux River flood-control approach after the 2024 McCook Lake disaster. Voter Access Guidance: South Dakota’s secretary of state ordered clearer letters for “federal-only” voters after a lawsuit challenged how notices and rights are handled. Sioux Falls Crime Trends: Sioux Falls reports property crime at a five-year low, while officials warn DUIs are at record levels. Tech/Policy: The Senate failed to advance the Clarity Act, a major crypto regulatory bill, despite South Dakota Sen. John Thune backing it. International Students: New visa rules could reduce international enrollment at South Dakota universities, with processing delays and shifting policies cited. FBI Cold Case: The FBI is seeking tips on the 2015 disappearance of Alejandro “Tank” Pilar Vasquez from Kyle, offering up to $25,000. Sports/Local: Sioux Falls Skyforce named Mario Casamajor head coach and Liam Doyle general manager; SDSU opens conference play against Youngstown State.