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County judge in Chicago area bars ICE from arresting people at court

Cook County's top judge signed an order barring ICE from arresting people at court. Cook County includes Chicago, which has seen a federal immigration crackdown in recent months.

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South Dakota Virtual Career Fair “Brew Up Your Future” Connects Job Seekers and Employers Today

Job seekers and employers across South Dakota can connect virtually at the “Brew Up Your Future” career fair, hosted by the South Dakota Department of Labor and Regulation.

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Mitchell Students Honored for Blue Ribbon Wins at 2025 South Dakota State Fair

The Mitchell Board of Education took time Tuesday night to celebrate student success, recognizing dozens of Mitchell students who earned blue ribbons at the 2025 South Dakota State Fair.

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South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley Praises Meta’s New Teen Safety Measures on Instagram

South Dakota Attorney General Marty Jackley is commending Meta’s decision to restrict teen content on Instagram, calling it an important step toward protecting children online.

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Nominations Open for South Dakota’s First-Ever “Rising Award” Honoring Community Leaders

South Dakota First Lady Sandy Rhoden has announced the launch of the state’s first-ever South Dakota Rising Award, celebrating residents who make a positive impact in their communities.

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Mitchell Technical College to Renovate Campus Amphitheater After $1.2 Million Project Approval

Mitchell Technical College is set to begin a $1.245 million renovation of its campus amphitheater following approval from the Mitchell Board of Education.

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BNSF Train Carrying Grain Derails Near Kaylor, South Dakota — No Injuries Reported

A Burlington Northern Santa Fe (BNSF) freight train hauling grain derailed early Tuesday morning near Kaylor in Hutchinson County, South Dakota. Emergency crews responded around 7 a.m., though BNSF officials say the train derailment occurred closer to 5:15 a.m.

1 week ago in National

Supreme Court takes up GOP-led challenge to Voting Rights Act that could affect control of Congress

The Supreme Court is taking up a major Republican-led challenge to the Voting Rights Act, the centerpiece legislation of the Civil Rights Movement, that could gut a key provision of the law that prohibits racial discrimination in redistricting.

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Yamamoto throws 3-hitter as Dodgers beat Brewers 5-1 for 2-0 lead in NLCS

Relying on an old-school pitching strategy has the defending World Series champion Los Angeles Dodgers two wins from returning to the Fall Classic.

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Sports Roundup: Wednesday 10/15/25

Mitchell Volleyball The Kernel volleyball teams get back to the volleyball court tomorrow after their five-set thriller against Sioux Falls…

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Trump honoring Charlie Kirk with Presidential Medal of Freedom on what would be his 32nd birthday

President Donald Trump on Tuesday is posthumously awarding America's highest civilian honor to Charlie Kirk, the assassinated activist who inspired a generation of young conservatives and helped push the nation's politics further to the right.

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NFL is more wide open with no dominant or unbeaten teams through first 6 weeks

The NFL is more wide open than it's been in years. There are no dominant teams this season, no unbeatens through six weeks. Only the Buccaneers and Colts have five wins.

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D’Angelo, Grammy-winning R&B singer who became an icon with ‘Untitled (How Does It Feel),’ dies

D'Angelo, the Grammy-winning R&B singer recognized by his raspy yet smooth voice and for garnering mainstream attention with the shirtless "Untitled (How Does It Feel)" music video, has died. He was 51.

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SDDOT Seeks Public Input on Statewide Transportation Plan Through Open Houses and Survey

The South Dakota Department of Transportation is inviting public input on its new statewide transportation plan aimed at improving highway safety and access.

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Dakota Wesleyan University Celebrates Blue and White Days Homecoming October 19–26

Dakota Wesleyan University’s Blue and White Days homecoming runs October 19–26, featuring a week of campus and community events. Highlights include Sunday’s free instrumental concert, Monday’s coronation and “W” lighting, Thursday’s Legacy Banquet, and Friday’s 50-year celebration of DWU’s nursing program.

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New Big Sioux River Mural Brings Interactive Art to Downtown Sioux Falls

A new mural inspired by the Big Sioux River now brightens downtown Sioux Falls. Led by local artist Joe Schaeffer and funded through a $15,000 grant from the Gilchrist Foundation, the project invited community members to take part in its creation.

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Mitchell’s 2026 Budget Balances Without Lake Drawdown, Redirects $1.2M for Parks and Improvements

The City of Mitchell’s proposed 2026 budget comes in balanced at $82.6 million, helped by postponing the Lake Mitchell drawdown.

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Sports Roundup: Tuesday 10/14/25

Mitchell Volleyball The Kernel volleyball teams are in action today. They will host Sioux Falls Jefferson at the MHS gyms…

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Mariners take 2-0 ALCS lead, beat Blue Jays 10-3 as Rodríguez, Polanco and Naylor homer

With another triumph in Toronto, the surging Seattle Mariners moved two wins away from the team's first World Series. Jorge Polanco and Julio Rodríguez hit three-run homers, Josh Naylor added a two-run drive and the Mariners took a 2-0 AL Championship Series lead by routing the Blue Jays 10-3 on Monday.

1 week ago in Entertainment

‘Tron: Ares’ tops box office but falls short of expectations with $33.5 million debut

"Tron: Ares" powered up the box office grid in the top spot this weekend, but Disney's third entry in the sci-fi franchise fell short of expectations.

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Taylor Swift, LL Cool J, Kenny Loggins and David Byrne are among Songwriters Hall of Fame nominees

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Taylor Swift, Kenny Loggins, LL Cool J, Pink, Sarah McLachlan and Talking Heads' David Byrne are among the impressive list of nominees for the 2026 Songwriters Hall of Fame class, an eclectic mix of pop, hip-hop, folk and rock innovators.

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A new Harry Potter, Hermione Granger and Ron Weasley want to tell you a story

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The legacy of Harry Potter might have been clouded by headlines surrounding Rowling's comments on gender and opposition to trans rights, but it hasn't stopped production on new projects set in the wizarding universe.

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Miami Heat’s Rozier, Trail Blazers’ Billups arrested in federal gambling probe, sources say

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Miami Heat guard Terry Rozier and Portland Trail Blazers head coach Chauncey Billups have been arrested in connection with a federal investigation into sports betting, people familiar with the matter told The Associated Press on Thursday.

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During cold and flu season, the youngest kids really are the germiest

Forget colorful leaves. Any caregiver knows that the real signs of fall are kids with coughs, sneezes and sniffles.

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Bad Bunny’s Super Bowl halftime show is not being reconsidered, NFL commissioner says

The NFL is not considering dropping Bad Bunny as its Super Bowl halftime headline performer, Commissioner Roger Goodell said Wednesday, reaffirming a decision to put the Grammy-winning Puerto Rican artist on the league's biggest stage that led to criticism from U.S. President Donald Trump and some of his supporters.