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Black Hawk Man Sentenced to 10 Years in Federal Prison After Threatening Woman with Gun While She Held Toddler
RAPID CITY, S.D. — A Black Hawk man is sentenced to 10 years in federal prison Friday on a gun charge after putting a pistol to the head of a woman and threatening her while she was holding her 3-year-old daughter back in November of 2023. Dakota Jolley, 28, earlier pleaded guilty to possession of a firearm by a prohibited person. Jolley was not allowed to have the gun due to two previous drug convictions. Jolley is still facing state charges of aggravated assault, domestic violence and abuse or cruelty to a minor.
Rapid City Police Search Red Toyota After Ambulance Departs Near Mount Rushmore Road and West Main Street
RAPID CITY, S.D. — According to The Rapid City Post, Authorities were on the scene Sunday afternoon near the intersection of Mount Rushmore Road and West Main Street in Rapid City following the departure of an ambulance with its lights activated. At approximately 3 p.m., three Rapid City Police Department officers were observed searching a red Toyota sedan that remained at the location. This is a developing story, and further details will be released as they become available.
Rapid City Police Arrest 31-Year-Old for Threatening Clerk with Rock, Vandalizing Common Cents Window on W. Omaha Street
RAPID CITY, S.D. — Rapid City Police arrested a man after allegedly threatening a store clerk and damaging property at a business on Omaha Street last week. At 1:50 p.m. on April 10, police were dispatched to a Common Cents gas station at 1129 W. Omaha Street for a report of an intoxicated male who had entered the business, threatened the clerk with a rock, and broke a window. Thanks to a detailed suspect description provided by witnesses, officers quickly located the individual near 11th Street and W. Omaha Street. The suspect, identified as 31-year-old Aaron Farley of Rapid City, was detained and later arrested. Farley was taken into custody for Simple Assault and 2nd Degree Vandalism.
Trump Administration Exempts Smartphones, Laptops and Chips from 145% China Tariffs
WASHINGTON — The Trump administration announced Thursday that smartphones, laptops and certain semiconductor chips will be exempt from the 145% tariffs on Chinese imports imposed earlier this year, U.S. Customs and Border Protection said. The exemptions, which take effect immediately, apply only to devices and components for which companies secure formal tariff‑relief certificates and will spare major technology firms such as Apple and Samsung from duties on eligible shipments. Dan Ives of Wedbush Securities called the move a “game changer” for tech investors, noting it will provide significant relief for companies that faced sharply higher costs. Apple lost more than $640 billion in market value after the original tariff announcement, and analysts say the change could help stabilize both supply chains and consumer prices. Companies must submit applications to Customs and Border Protection to qualify for the exemptions, and additional guidance on the certification process is expected in the coming weeks.
U.S., Iran Hold Indirect Nuclear Talks in Oman
Muscat, Oman — Iran and the United States began indirect nuclear talks in Oman, with U.S. Mideast envoy Steve Witkoff meeting Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, Iranian state television reported. Araghchi said the next round of negotiations is set for April 19 and described the discussions as constructive. The talks are pivotal for both nations, with President Donald Trump threatening military action if no deal is reached, according to various media reports. Iran’s stockpile of uranium enriched up to 60% has raised international concern, while U.S. officials have declined to confirm details of the negotiations in official communications.
Judge allows immigration enforcement at houses of worship
WASHINGTON — A federal judge ruled Monday that immigration enforcement operations at houses of worship may proceed, siding with the Trump administration after finding that plaintiffs failed to show concrete harm to justify legal action, as enforcement actions near worship sites have been rare, U.S. District Judge Dabney Friedrich said. Lead counsel Kelsi Corkran said the groups will review the decision and explore legal options, and Friedrich noted that undocumented individuals’ fear of attending religious services was speculative and insufficient to support the lawsuit.
