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Sanford denied permit to tear down historic home in central Sioux Falls

The 19th century house was designed by famed architect Wallace L. Dow and has fallen into disrepair since Sanford Health purchased it in 2010

Hibachi Grill owners face deportation after immigration raid

Indictment alleges three housed illegal immigrants in residences the defendants owned or rented

VIEWPOINT | Republicans owe it to seniors to protect Medicare Advantage

Guest column by Boyd Allison, Dakota Dunes resident and member of North Sioux City American Legion Post 319

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From patrol to politics: Trooper-turned-activist enters South Dakota's U.S. Senate race

Sioux Falls Democrat announces bid to unseat Sen. Mike Rounds in 2026

Hibachi Grill owners charged with employing illegal workers

Indictment alleges buffet set up housing for employees in return for rent taken out of pay

With Trump’s support, Rounds renews push to eliminate Department of Education

South Dakota senator spotlights rising expenses, falling test scores in defense of proposal

From free to fee: Sioux Falls to charge for downtown parking on Saturdays

City to start enforcing extended vehicle parking limits May 1, add mobile payment option