KOTA Staff

Sturgis announced that Laura Klock, president and founder of the South Dakota non-profit Helping With Horsepower, will be the grand marshal for the 83rd motorcycle rally.

South Dakota's congressional delegation attempts to quicken pace of federal disaster assistance for two tribes.

Elevate Rapid City is looking to generate more business for the area.

The IRS is now accepting tax returns.

The verdict is in. After almost two weeks in the courtroom, a jury has found Arnson Absolu guilty on all counts of first-degree murder.

Two South Dakota legislators file “First Woman Governor” bill and constitutional amendment, replacing "he" with "governor."

“It is such an honor to celebrate these two outstanding South Dakota chefs,” said James Hagen, secretary of the South Dakota Department of Tourism. “Anybody who has been to their restaurants can easily understand why they are semifinalists for this incredible award."

Messages on Absolu's phone show him inquiring about prices of guns that are believed to be in connection with the murders.

FDA ruling on abortion medication prompts letter warning South Dakota's pharmacists that they could be convicted of a felony if they disburse the medication.

Suzie Cappa Art Center received a grant to expand their gallery downtown.

Updates to downtown parking garage will last until late fall 2023.

Three juveniles broke into a Rapid City CBD store early Sunday morning.

Cybertip reveals a Rapid City man had hundreds of child pornography images and videos, including computer-generated child porn.

Retired U.S. Navy Capt. E. Royce Williams earned the Silver Star for his service in the Korean War, but there was something always missing.

A person was shot and killed at a North Rapid apartment Saturday.

The South Dakota Department of Transportation to hold an open house for input on an issue.

Prosecution continues to lay out its case against Arnson Absolu, accused of a triple murder.

Worker shortage could be eased with new legislation regarding out-of-state licenses.

Noem signed an executive order blocking South Dakota from doing business with “evil foreign governments.”

Gov. Noem urged investigations into the release of nearly 2,000 Social Security numbers by the January 6th Committee.

HealthWatch: Keeping your hands clean

Witness testified that Arnson Absolu's phone did not ping in the area of Thomson Park around the time of murders.

Sturgis man reportedly peddled methamphetamine for more than two years, mostly around the Black Hills.

The 11th annual Snocross Showdown hits the track at the Days of ‘76 Event Complex in Historic Deadwood.

The National Association of Scholars and the Civics Alliance recently declared their support of South Dakota’s proposed K-12 social studies standards.

Noem calls for bill that will require pregnancy expenses to be covered by both parents.

While the Rapid City Fire Department doesn't respond to many ice rescues in a season; they do get some and the training they need to save lives is critical.

Armed suspect steals a pizza delivery vehicle mid-delivery.

Can the South Dakota Legislature and governor deliver the largest tax cut in South Dakota history?

Re-built motorcycle heads for elite auction later this month.

South Dakota's attorney general wants to increase penalties for anyone convicted of murdering a police officer; one of five AG bills in this year's legislative session.

Feeding South Dakota and South Dakota Mines support the community on Martin Luther King Jr. Day.

Construction work downtown may affect travel times with two lanes of St. Joseph being closed.

Zaiser's body was found under logs that appeared to look like a coffin.

A Rapid City man, who was a previously convicted felon and is prohibited from possessing firearms, was found in possession of multiple weapons.

Wanblee man charged with bank robbery and discharge of a firearm in the bank.

In trial today, a witness claimed Absolu said he needed help "finding somewhere to hide a body."

Cancer survivor puts her job skills to work helping other patients.

Convicted murderer dies in the Wyoming state prison.

With some Democratic leaders pondering adding Supreme Court justices, the GOP looks for ways to protect the conservative majority.

When you need workers and the only thing holding them up is an out-of-state license, it makes sense to change the rules.

Wind Cave starts an interactive nature program for young kids.

Arnson Absolu's attorney opts not to give an opening statement in his murder trial.

Law enforcement's trust between agencies is not always amiable.

Wind Cave National Park begins an elk management program that requires it to be closed to visitors.

The Motorcycles as Art exhibition will be open for nine days only during the Sturgis Motorcycle Rally.

Arnson Absolu stands trial for the murder of three people in 2020.

The Tripp County state’s attorney wants to create a program like Pennington’s Oyate Court.

A 72-year-old Rapid City man was arrested Friday, charged with 13 counts of animal neglect

Sioux Falls teen pleads not guilty for North Rapid City double homicide.