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Trial for Pierre Man Accused of Killing Rapid City Teen Set to Begin in April
PIERRE, S.D. — The murder trial of a Pierre man charged with killing a Rapid City teen in 2023 is expected to begin next month. A court hearing was held last week in the case of David Shangreaux Jr, who is charged with first and second degree murder in the stabbing death of Evie Maxey. Prosecutors anticipate needing five days to lay out their case against Shangreaux, while the defense expects three days or less to lay out their case. Jury selection is set to start on April 23rd.
Iowa Man Identified in Fatal Crash Near Pringle
PRINGLE, S.D. — The highway patrol has identified an Iowa man who died in a Saturday morning crash in Pringle. Jordan Morris Anfinson, 24, from Cherokee, Iowa, was driving a 2019 Ford Fusion eastbound on Lime Kiln Road in Pringle, when the vehicle left the road and entered the ditch, where it struck a culvert and rolled over. Anfinson, who was not wearing a seat belt, was ejected from the automobile and pronounced dead on scene. The South Dakota Highway Patrol is investigating the crash.
Rapid City Man Sentenced to 10 Years for Robbery
RAPID CITY, S.D. — A 19-year-old Rapid City man was given 10 years in prison with two years suspended after pleading guilty to robbery. Ethan DuBray was accused of pulling a gun on a gas station attendant in 2023 and demanding money. When the clerk was unable to open the register, DuBray took cigarettes and fled the store. Prosecutors asked for 10 years due to DuBray’s behavior in jail in which he threatened a police officer. DuBray’s attorneys asked for four years suspended, but the judge approved two.
U.S. Defense Secretary’s Signal Chat Leak Sparks Calls for Investigation
WASHINGTON — A leaked Signal chat published by The Atlantic revealed detailed military strike plans involving U.S. Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth, including exact timings for warplane launches and bomb drops against Yemen’s Houthis. While Hegseth’s spokesman denied sharing classified information, the leak has prompted calls from lawmakers for an inspector general investigation into the use of unclassified platforms for sensitive military communications. The chat, which excluded the Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, raised concerns over the security of Signal, an encrypted app vulnerable to hacking, leading to further scrutiny over operational security protocols.
Four U.S. Soldiers Dead After Training Accident in Lithuania
WARSAW, Poland — NATO Secretary General Mark Rutte confirmed Wednesday that four U.S. soldiers who went missing during a training exercise in Lithuania have died. A U.S. official, speaking anonymously, stated the soldiers were involved in a training accident, but provided no further details. Rutte expressed his condolences to the soldiers’ families, calling the news “terrible.” The soldiers were conducting scheduled tactical training at the General Silvestras Žukauskas training ground in Pabradė, near the Belarus border, when the incident occurred. Lithuania, a NATO member, shares tense relations with Russia, especially after the 2022 invasion of Ukraine.
Palestinians protest Hamas in a rare public show of dissent in Gaza
CAIRO (AP) — Palestinians have chanted against Hamas during anti-war protests in the Gaza Strip. It’s a rare show of public anger against the militant group that has long repressed dissent. Hamas is weakened but still rules the territory 17 months into the war with Israel. Protesters say they chanted against Israel, Hamas, the Western-backed Palestinian Authority and Arab mediators. Hamas has violently cracked down on previous protests. The protests came days after Israel’s renewed offensive shattered a ceasefire. It also has tightened its blockade on all supplies into Gaza.
Trump to Announce Tariffs on Auto Imports Amid Global Trade Tensions
WASHINGTON — President Donald Trump will announce new tariffs on auto imports Wednesday, a move aimed at boosting domestic manufacturing but potentially raising costs for automakers reliant on global supply chains. White House press secretary Karoline Leavitt confirmed that Trump would detail the plan in a 2 p.m. MST news conference. The tariffs could impact both U.S. and foreign automakers, as many rely on parts from countries like Canada and Mexico. Shares in major automakers, including General Motors and Ford, have already dipped following the announcement. This policy is part of Trump’s broader strategy to reshape global trade relations, which also includes tariffs on steel, aluminum, and goods from China and other nations, sparking concerns about a potential global trade war and its impact on economic growth.
Dollar Tree Sells Family Dollar to Private Equity Firms for $1 Billion
Dollar Tree has agreed to sell its Family Dollar chain to Brigade Capital Management and Macellum Capital Management for $1 billion, ending a decade-long effort to integrate the discount retailer into its business. Dollar Tree purchased Family Dollar for over $8 billion in 2015 but has struggled with operational challenges, including supply chain issues and poorly located stores. As part of the sale, Dollar Tree aims to focus on its core business, which serves a predominantly middle-income customer base in suburban areas. Family Dollar, known for offering essential household goods in underserved urban areas, will continue to operate out of its Virginia headquarters under its new ownership. The deal is expected to close in the second quarter of 2025. Shares of Dollar Tree rose 3% following the announcement.
