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Homeland Security Chief Noem Faces Backlash Over $300M Private Jet Spending

Funds allocated for border security used for luxury travel, sparking outrage from White House officials

Congressman Dusty Johnson Highlights Tribal Rights, Youth Workforce, and Border Security

Johnson's weekly column covers legislative efforts to expand firearm access for tribal members, work opportunities for teens, and border security achievements.

South Dakota Lawmakers Reject Reform for Economic Board, Advance Change for Governor-Controlled Fund

Proposed legislation aims to address conflicts of interest and transparency in state economic development programs

South Dakota Appointees' Conflict Disclosures Missing from State Website

Offices trade blame as some financial interest statements meant to reveal potential conflicts are unavailable online.

Waymo Vandalism Suspect Arrested in San Francisco

Authorities charged Walker Reed Quinn with several incidents since July.

Rhoden Proposes $30M in Zero-Interest Loans for Sioux Falls, Rapid City Airports

The funding bill aims to boost airport expansion projects, but faces pressure to ease property taxes instead.

South Dakota Supreme Court Affirms Lieutenant Governor's Tie-Breaking Vote

Ruling clarifies lieutenant governor's role in breaking Senate deadlocks

Congressman Dusty Johnson Answers Student Questions

South Dakota House Rep. addresses range of topics during high school visit

Surveillance Video Shows Shove from Eighth Street Bridge in Sioux Falls Trial

Jurors weigh whether fall was a crime or tragic accident as defense and prosecution present conflicting narratives

DHS Secretary Kristi Noem Posts Rare Video of Husband Amid Affair Rumors

The video comes amid persistent rumors about Noem's relationship with senior aide Corey Lewandowski.

DHS Gives Secret Service Agents Free Suits Amid Shutdown

Newly minted protective detail agents will receive two tailored suits upon graduating, an unprecedented perk.