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Is it legal to leave children home alone in New Jersey?
The North Jersey Record - New Jersey
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Most schools have let out and your child is another year older. Wondering if your kids are old enough to be left alone? Or are they old enough to babysit their siblings? Here's what the law says in your state. Some states have laws on leaving...
Where to live tax-free in 2025: Best states for retired US military personnel
The Economic Times
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July 8, 2025
Military retirees have one less thing to worry about in many parts of the US state income tax. A growing number of states are choosing to exempt military retirement pay from taxation entirely, giving veterans a financial incentive to settle there...
Rapid City man sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for Conspiring to Distribute Methamphetamine
DGR News
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A federal judge has sentenced a Rapid City, South Dakota, man convicted of Conspiracy to Distribute a Controlled Substance. The sentencing took place on June 6, 2025. James Thunder Hawk, age 42, was sentenced to 10 years in federal prison,...
FAA administrator nomination headlines a respite week for senators
Roll Call
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July 8, 2025
Senators will have the Capitol to themselves when they return Tuesday for an abbreviated work period, with the House taking the week off after narrowly pushing through Republicans’ sweeping domestic policy package. The confirmation of the next...
South Dakota Independent U.S. Senate candidate Brian Bengs releases statement on Iran retaliation
DGR News
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Independent U.S. Senate candidate Brian Bengs, a retired U.S. Air Force JAG and former U.S. Air Force Academy and NATO School law of armed conflict instructor, issued a statement (June 23, 2025) in response to the recent Iran/US attacks: “The...
Early Talks Begin On Downtown Sioux Falls Convention Center
Pure Oldies 103.5 - South Dakota
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SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (MITCHELLNOW) Plans for a possible downtown convention center in Sioux Falls are starting to take shape. The Riverline Steering Committee met Tuesday to hear from a consulting firm about what the project might look like, how much...
New Concourse at Sioux Falls Regional Airport Approved
Pure Oldies 103.5 - South Dakota
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SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (MITCHELLNOW) Construction crews will begin digging into a new concourse project at the Sioux Falls Regional Airport within a couple of months. The Airport Authority Board approved construction bids for the first phase of new...
Pete Lien & Sons donates 23 acres to build Rapid City youth sports complex
South Dakota Public Broadcasting
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June 27, 2025
Pete Lien & Sons is donating nearly 23 acres of land to Rapid City — in part — to build an indoor sports complex for youth activities. Mayor Jason Salamun made the announcement alongside representatives from The Rapid City Sports Commission, Black...
Elderly man dies in west Sioux Falls crash, police say
Argus Leader - South Dakota
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An elderly man is dead, following a two-vehicle crash the evening of June 27 in west Sioux Falls. The Sioux Falls Police Department is investigating whether a lack of seatbelt use may have contributed to the death, according to a press release...
Updated 'Move Over Law' goes into effect on South Dakota roads on July 1
Mitchell Daily Republic - South Dakota
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June 27, 2025
PIERRE — A newly updated ‘Move Over’ law goes into effect across South Dakota on July 1, 2025, expanding protections for authorized vehicles occupying the shoulder of the highway with amber, yellow, or blue warning lights. The expanded law now...
Governor commits funding to revive training program for inmates
Custer County Chronicle - South Dakota
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South Dakota Gov. Larry Rhoden is giving new life to a training program for inmates that was shelved recently. “Being Open for Opportunity means investing in people and believing in second chances,” Rhoden said in a statement Monday, referencing a...
Dr. Jami Jo Thompson takes reins of Rapid City School District
News Center 1 - South Dakota
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June 27, 2025
RAPID CITY, S.D. — Rapid City Area Schools welcomed Dr. Jami Jo Thompson as superintendent earlier this week. Thompson served as superintendent of the Norfolk (Nebraska) School District since 2013. Prior to that she was in the Beatrice Public...
Marty Jackley to run for South Dakota's lone congressional seat
Argus Leader - South Dakota
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Marty Jackley could be trading in his position of South Dakota attorney general for the state's lone congressional seat. Jackley plans to run for U.S. Rep. Dusty Johnson's job in 2026, the attorney general confirmed to the Argus Leader in a phone...
Senate passes reconciliation bill with Vice President breaking tie
Central South Dakota News
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July 1, 2025
U.S. Senator Mike Rounds of South Dakota issued a statement following the Senate's passage of the reconciliation bill, which passed by a narrow vote of 51-50, with Vice President Vance casting the tie-breaking vote. "Last November, South Dakotans...
Task Force Discusses New Prison Proposals Near Sioux Falls, Box Elder
KMIT - South Dakota
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June 27, 2025
MITCHELL, S.D. (MITCHELLNOW) Members of the state’s Project Prison Reset task force say two possible new locations for South Dakota’s new men’s prison are promising. One is near Box Elder, and another is in northeast Sioux Falls. The Box Elder...
Attorney General Jackley confirms DCI Investigating Officer involved shooting in Sioux Falls
Hub City Radio - South Dakota
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June 27, 2025
Posted on June 27, 2025 by - KSDN News, Local News, Pheasant Country News, Point 106.7 News, Pure Country News, Sunny 97.7 News, The Reason 94.5 News, The Rock News PIERRE, S.D.(Press Release) – South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley confirms...
'Transformative' park in downtown Sioux Falls opens Monday
SDPB Radio - South Dakota
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June 27, 2025
Jacobson Plaza in Sioux Falls officially opens Monday, June 30. City officials say it’s one of the most unique and inclusive parks in both Sioux Falls and the region. With a splash pad, a refrigerated ice-skating ribbon, a dog park and a 26,000...
U.S. Supreme Court ruling clears way for online pornography restrictions in South Dakota
KFGO - North Dakota
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June 27, 2025
PIERRE, S.D. (South Dakota Searchlight) — A Friday decision by the U.S. Supreme Court set the stage for a law restricting access to online pornography to take effect Tuesday in South Dakota, but the ruling doesn’t shield the state from lawsuits....
Things To Do In Sioux Falls This Weekend
Kickin' Country 99.1/100.5 - South Dakota
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June 27, 2025
We've got a warm weekend ahead in Sioux Falls with Saturday predicting a high temperature in the low 90s. With sunscreen and a possible thunderstorm or two, let's look at some things to do this weekend. Live Music & Concerts: Danielle Nicole at...
ICE Barbie Kristi Noem asks fans to vote on their favorite cowboy cosplay for her official governor's portrait
Daily Mail
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July 8, 2025
Donald Trump's border chief Kristi Noem engaged in some direct democracy, allowing fans on Instagram the chance to vote on her cowboy-themed governor's portrait. The Department of Homeland Security secretary - now known to some as 'ICE Barbie' -...