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09/25/2026 · Meade County

Hacking Group Claims Access to FBI Personnel Data

A hacking group claims to have accessed and stolen a large volume of sensitive personnel data belonging to FBI employees. The FBI confirmed an investigation into the alleged breach, focusing on its online job application portal.

09/25/2026

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Hacking Group Claims FBI Job Portal Breach, Data Theft

A cyber-extortion organization, ShinyHunters, states it compromised the FBI's jobs portal. The group claims it stole a substantial amount of sensitive files through this access. Federal authorities have not yet confirmed the alleged breach.

09/25/2026

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Immigration Arrests Increase Amid Shifting Enforcement Strategies

Federal immigration authorities have increased arrests, changing their enforcement approach. They now work more closely with state and local police rather than relying heavily on prominent raids. This shift has contributed to a rise in overall immigration arrest numbers.

09/26/2026

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FBI Director Patel Addresses Senate Judiciary Committee

FBI Director Kash Patel appeared before the Senate Judiciary Committee for an oversight hearing. Senators questioned Patel regarding the agency's operations and his leadership.

09/26/2026

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Whistleblower Alleges State Law Violations in Federal Voter Initiative

A federal whistleblower alleges Department of Homeland Security personnel may have violated state laws. The allegations concern the 'Unlawful Voter Initiative,' a program focused on voter fraud investigations.

09/26/2026

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US Targets CJNG Leadership with Expanded Rewards, Visa Restrictions

The U.S. State Department announced rewards totaling up to $102 million for information leading to the arrest or conviction of eight leaders and associates of the Cártel de Jalisco Nueva Generación (CJNG). The department also imposed visa restrictions on 65 individuals linked to the organization.

09/23/2026

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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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