State News
10/05/2026 · Dell Rapids
Outside Groups Invest Millions in Key Senate Races
External political groups have contributed substantial funds to competitive Senate races. The New Hampshire Senate election alone has seen approximately $50 million in spending from these organizations, as they focus on contests that could determine the balance of power in the Senate.
Trump Announces Medicare Rebate Plan
President Donald Trump announced a plan Friday to provide $90 rebate checks to millions of U.S. seniors enrolled in Medicare. This initiative aims to address premium costs.
10/04/2026
Congress Enacts Less Than 1% of Bills Introduced
Congress has enacted less than one percent of the bills introduced since the beginning of the current session. This figure reflects the legislative output following President Trump's return to the White House.
10/04/2026
Midterm Election Spending Accelerates Ahead of November
Spending in the current midterm election cycle continues to increase as Election Day approaches. Analysts are examining the flow of billions of dollars intended to shape control of Congress next year.
10/04/2026
U.S. Job Growth Slows in September Amid Economic Concerns
U.S. employers created 29,000 jobs in September, a significant slowdown in hiring. This report emerges one month before Americans vote in midterm elections.
10/04/2026
National Intelligence Director to Lead New AI Initiative
The President named his national intelligence director to lead a new task force on artificial intelligence. This appointment comes as officials express increasing concerns regarding AI's development and implications.
10/05/2026
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SDDOT Seeks Public Input for Rapid City Major Investment Study
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 katrina.burckhard@state.sd.us. 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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