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Despite momentous ceasefire, the path for lasting peace and rebuilding in Gaza is precipitous

On Monday, the fragile ceasefire in Gaza led to freedom for Israeli hostages and the release of Palestinian prisoners held by Israel. It was the culmination of a long and tortuous process — but it may, in the end, have been the easier part.

1 week ago in Sports

Snell spectacular and Dodgers barely hold on in 9th to beat Brewers 2-1 in NLCS opener

Blake Snell allowed one baserunner in eight shutout innings before Los Angeles' bullpen barely held on as the Dodgers opened the NLCS with a 2-1 victory Monday night.

1 week ago in World

Madagascar’s president, hiding in an unknown location, dissolves parliament to deepen crisis

Madagascan President Andry Rajoelina dissolved the lower house of parliament on Tuesday, deepening the political crisis in the Indian Ocean island nation after a military rebellion led him to flee the country and go into hiding.

1 week ago in Lifestyle, Trending

Instagram says it’s safeguarding teens by limiting them to PG-13 content

Teenagers on Instagram will be restricted to seeing PG-13 content by default and won't be able to change their settings without a parent's permission, Meta announced on Tuesday.

1 week ago in Sports

No Hail Mary magic this time and Moody’s last-play kick lifts the Bears past the Commanders 25-24

It wasn't quite the same drama as the Hail Mary that decided these teams' game a year ago, but Caleb Williams and the Bears did get the better of Jayden Daniels and the Commanders on a final-play score Monday night, with Chicago defeating Washington 25-24 with a 38-yard field goal by new kicker Jake Moody.

1 week ago in Entertainment

Oprah Winfrey picks Megha Majumdar’s ‘A Guardian and a Thief’ for book club

Megha Majumdar's " A Guardian and a Thief," already a finalist for the National Book Award and Kirkus Prize, is now Oprah Winfrey's book club pick.

1 week ago in National

Rare October storm brings heavy rain and possible mudslides to Southern California

A rare October storm arrived in California on Tuesday and threatened to pummel wildfire-scarred Los Angeles neighborhoods with heavy rain, high winds and possible mudslides. Some homes were ordered to evacuate.

1 week ago in National

Government shutdown could be the longest ever, Speaker Johnson warns

Republican Speaker Mike Johnson predicted Monday the federal government shutdown may become the longest in history, saying he "won't negotiate" with Democrats until they hit pause on their health care demands and reopen.

1 week ago in Entertainment

Steve Martin, Bette Midler and Goldie Hawn are among stars paying tribute to Diane Keaton

Oscar winning actor Diane Keaton, who died at 79, was known for her performances and style that helped shaped some of the most indelible films of all time, including "The Godfather," "Annie Hall," "Father of the Bride" and "Something's Gotta Give."

1 week ago in Sports

Titans fire coach Brian Callahan after 4-19 record and 1-5 start to second season

The Tennessee Titans fired Brian Callahan on Monday after a 1-5 start to his second season, making him the first NFL head coach ousted this season.

1 week ago in Sports

Cape Verde qualifies for the World Cup for the first time after beating Eswatini

Cape Verde will play in the World Cup for the first time after beating Eswatini 3-0 to win its group in African qualifying for the 2026 World Cup on Monday.

1 week ago in Trending, World

Living hostages and Palestinian prisoners are released as part of ceasefire in Gaza

All 20 remaining living hostages held in Gaza and hundreds of Palestinian prisoners held by Israel walked free Monday as part of a ceasefire pausing two years of war that decimated the Gaza Strip and killed tens of thousands of Palestinians.

1 week ago in College, High School,

Sports Roundup: Monday 10/13/25

Mitchell Volleyball The Kernel volleyball teams will be playing again tomorrow. They will host Sioux Falls Jefferson at the MHS…

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Kidz-n-Coats Drive at Harvest Church Expands to Give 1,500 Coats to South Dakota Kids

The Kidz-n-Coats program at Harvest Church in Sioux Falls began with one boy’s act of kindness in 2009 and has grown into a major community event. This year, organizers are distributing 1,500 coats to help South Dakota children stay warm this winter.

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Montana Man Killed in Two-Vehicle Crash and Camper Rollover in Sioux Falls

A Montana man died and a woman was hospitalized after a two-vehicle crash and camper rollover Thursday evening near the I-90 off-ramp at North Cliff Avenue in Sioux Falls. The Ford F-350 struck a Toyota Sienna before rolling into a nearby field.

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Native Americans’ Day Parade to Celebrate Indigenous Culture Monday in Downtown Sioux Falls

Sioux Falls will celebrate Native Americans’ Day on Monday with a downtown parade featuring music, dancing, and nearly 40 units along Phillips Avenue. Events include a morning prayer at Lyon Park, a fun run, and a KELOLAND News livestream.

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Mitchell Corn Palace Festival Turns Small Profit After Big Entertainment Investment

The 2025 Corn Palace Festival in Mitchell ended with a modest profit of just under $4,000. Despite higher costs for headliners like Justin Moore and Bret Michaels, city officials say new upgrades and stronger marketing will boost future festivals.

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South Dakota Bands Shine at Youth in Music Championships; Sioux Falls Lincoln Takes Second

South Dakota marching bands earned top honors at the 21st annual Youth in Music Championships at U.S. Bank Stadium in Minneapolis.

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Mitchell School Board to Review $1.2 Million Amphitheater Upgrade Bid at Tuesday Meeting

The Mitchell Board of Education meets Tuesday, Oct. 14, to consider a $1.2 million bid from Great Place Construction for upgrades to the Mitchell Technical College amphitheater.

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Sioux Falls Man Sentenced to Life in Prison for 2024 Triple Murder at Bonfire

A Lincoln County judge has sentenced 32-year-old Justin Rackley of Sioux Falls to three life terms without parole for killing three people at a 2024 bonfire.

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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.

10 minutes ago in Sports, Trending

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.

17 hours ago in Lifestyle

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.

17 hours ago in Entertainment

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.