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NATO Leaders Convene in Turkey Amid Shifting Alliance Dynamics
NATO leaders, including President Donald Trump, assembled in Turkey for a two-day summit. The gathering occurs as observers note a shift in the United States' engagement with European security.
U.S. Revokes License for Iranian Oil Sales Following Strait of Hormuz Incidents
The United States government revoked a license authorizing the sale of Iranian oil, an action announced after three tankers reportedly experienced incidents in the Strait of Hormuz. The incidents marked the highest number in a single day for the waterway since late April, according to the U.N. International Maritime Organization.
07/20/2026
Emanuel to Address Israeli Policy in Tel Aviv Speech
Former Chicago Mayor Rahm Emanuel will publicly criticize Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu during a speech in Tel Aviv. Emanuel plans to describe Netanyahu's leadership as detrimental to Israel and question the ongoing policy of unconditional U.S. support.
07/20/2026
Supreme Court to Review Semiautomatic Rifle Bans
The Supreme Court will examine the legality of bans on certain semiautomatic rifles. This review will determine if such prohibitions violate the Second Amendment of the U.S. Constitution, which protects the right to keep and bear arms.
07/20/2026
President Trump Travels to Ankara for NATO Summit on Defense Spending
President Donald Trump is scheduled to attend the annual NATO summit in Ankara, Turkey. A key agenda item involves discussion of defense spending pledges made by allied nations in the previous year. Trump aims to reinforce these commitments.
07/20/2026
ETS Acquires ACT, Consolidating Measurement Organizations
ETS announced its acquisition of ACT, integrating two prominent organizations in educational and career assessment. The move combines their resources to address current challenges in the education sector. Officials have not disclosed the financial terms of the agreement.
07/20/2026
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For Immediate Release: Monday, Oct. 12, 2026 Contact: Katrina Burckhard, SDDOT Planning Engineer, 605-773-6641 RAPID CITY, S.D. – The South Dakota Department of Transportation (SDDOT) will hold a public meeting open house on Tuesday, Oct. 20, 2026, and on Wednesday, Oct. 21, 2026, from 5:30 p.m. to 7 p.m. MT. The public meeting open houses are designed to share information and gather public input for the Rapid City Major Investment Study (RCMIS) of the Interstate 90 and U.S. Highway 16B corridors in Rapid City. A presentation will be shared shortly after 5:30 p.m. at each of the public meetings. The public meeting open houses will be held at the Dahl Arts Center, located at 713 7th St., in Rapid City. Both open houses will feature the same RCMIS information. Participants are invited to attend the meeting that works best for their schedules. Representatives from SDDOT will be available to answer questions, discuss the study, and receive community input. The purpose of the public meeting is to provide information about the study and gather public input on transportation needs, concerns, and priorities within the study area. Area residents, business owners, and daily commuters are encouraged to attend and participate. This study is being developed in compliance with state and federal environmental regulations. Individuals needing assistance, pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), should contact the SDDOT ADA Coordinator (605-773-3540) two business days prior to the meeting in order to ensure accommodations are available. For any in-person meeting, notice is further given to individuals with disabilities that the meeting is being held in a physically accessible location. For those who cannot attend the public meeting or desire additional information on the overall study, information is available on the website at https://dot.sd.gov/projects-studies/projects/public-meetings/#HP559. Written public comments will be accepted until Friday, Nov. 6, 2026. Comments can be submitted either in-person during the public meetings or through the study website. For more information, contact Katrina Burckhard, SDDOT Planning Engineer, at 605-773-6641 or via email at [email protected]. About SDDOT: The mission of the South Dakota Department of Transportation is to provide a safe and efficient public transportation system. For the latest on road and weather conditions, road closures, construction work zones, commercial vehicle restrictions, and traffic incidents, please visit https://sd511.org or dial 511. Read more about the innovative work of the SDDOT at https://dot.sd.gov.
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