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Michael Tang ranks among was chosen as a semifinalist among about 16,000 high school seniors from across the U.S.

At this time Mayor Steve Allende doesn't believe there will be a mask mandate anytime soon in Rapid City.

The cause of the fire has been ruled an accident.

The cause of the fire has been ruled an accident.

South Dakota is renowned for having some of the longest and most striking cave systems in the world - making the work of cavers vital for understanding and caring for our caverns. To learn more about their work, KOTA joined local cave group Paha Sapa Grotto for a deep-dive into the world of caving.

Just like the rest of their gift shop, the masks are made locally.

People filled the greenhouse to enjoy the sweet sounds and spicy produce.

The next step to keep things running is on the shoulders of new releases and bigger crowds.

Business owners in Rapid City talk about the summer tourism season.

In a few short days, different bands will be hitting the stage at Outlaw Square in Deadwood.

The Historic Homestake Opera House provides the community with many different events.

The Lead-Deadwood housing market.

For 33 years, Modrick has worked as chief meteorologist for KOTA Territory News, and today marks the end of an era as he signs off for the last time from the Black Hills.

During June and July of 2020, Vitalant tested more than 250,000 blood donors for COVID-19 antibodies.

One said the frost came earlier than normal, but plans for this by growing multiple crops.

Feeding South Dakota continues to help those in need.

The Dahl Arts Center has been open and people can explore the different exhibits.

A million dollar upgrade to one organization in the Black Hills is creating a better place for kids.

With access to restrooms limited, many homeless people are relieving themselves in alleyways.

People can enjoy the outdoors while reading a book at the Story Walk.

Lead's new brewery is adding history into the mix.

The plan would connect downtown Rapid City and Memorial Park with a pedestrian overpass.

Some are calling this an early Christmas.

While you rushed to pull out your winter coat from the closet, the homeless were trying to find clothes.

A gym that opened its doors in February had to close weeks later because of the pandemic. Now this rock climbing gym in Rapid City is brushing off the chalk once again.

With today being the last day of Labor Day weekend, one town in the Black Hills brought out a small crowd.

This South Dakota industry is seeing pretty good business this summer, despite the pandemic.

On Sept. 7, 2018, 43-year-old Staff Sgt. Fischer was hit by a piece of propane tank that exploded. The homeowner, 82-year-old Raymond Bachmeier of Tilford, also died.

There are many programs slated for September for visitors to experience indigenous cultures

Buffalo Roundup in Custer State Park is not affected by the current pandemic