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D.U.I. and Drug Arrests Remain Down During Sturgis Rally, Citations Up
STURGIS, S.D. — The South Dakota Highway Patrol has released their Monday Rally statistics report, and D.U.I. and drug arrests remain down over last year. The patrol reported 38 D.U.I. arrests in its latest reporting period, along with 65 misdemeanor drug arrests and 33 felony drug arrests. However, the patrol has issued 478 citations so far this year – ahead of last year’s 471 on this date. Since Saturday, the patrol has reported 20 injury accidents, with 7 of those happening Sunday. Of those seven, 4 resulted in serious, but non-life-threatening injuries.
Sturgis Police Report Increased D.U.I. and Drug Arrests, Fight Calls, and Parking Violations
STURGIS, S.D. — Sturgis Police have released their latest Rally Update, covering calls from 6:00 a.m. Sunday to 6:00 a.m. Monday. Police reported 10 D.U.I. arrests in the latest report, bringing the total for the year to date to 22 – well ahead of last year. Misdemeanor drug arrests totaled 7 and felony drug arrests totaled 4. Drug arrests are also up over the year. Police responded to 9 fight calls yesterday and handled 2 assaults. Illegal parking remains a yearly problem, with a dozen citations handed out yesterday. Illegal parking citations are up 10 over last year on this date.
Rapid City Police Arrest Man for Cocaine and Firearms Violation
RAPID CITY, S.D. — Rapid City Police arrested a man Friday for cocaine and a firearms violation. Police say the man ran a stop sign and was pulled over in the area of Rapp Street and N. Lacrosse. Police noted the smell of marijuana coming from the vehicle, and subsequent search turned up a baggie of cocaine. Police also located a loaded handgun. The man, identified as 36-year-old Leroy Hemphill of Rapid City, was placed under arrest for Possession of a Controlled Substance and Possession of a Loaded Firearm by a Former Violent Offender before being transported to the Pennington County Jail.
Mayor Salamun Proclaims Rapid City/Nikko City Peace Week
RAPID CITY, S.D. — Rapid City Mayor Jason Salamun has proclaimed this week as Rapid City/Nikko City Peace Week in Rapid City. It marks the 80th anniversary of the atomic bombings of Hiroshima and Nagasaki, Japan, and also recognizes the more than 30-year Sister Cities relationship between Rapid City and Nikko City, Japan. Mayor Salamun presented the proclamation at Monday night’s meeting of the Rapid City Council.
Rapid City Police Arrest Man for D.U.I. and Assault on Law Enforcement
RAPID CITY, S.D. — Rapid City Police arrested a 38-year-old Rapid City man over the weekend for D.U.I. and assault on law enforcement. Police attempted to make contact with Joshua Brunson for a parking violation and noticed he was showing signs of impairment. Brunson fled from police and officers attempted to use a Taser on him with no effect. When police caught up with him, Brunson attempted to tackle an officer, and a struggle ensued before authorities were able to subdue him.
YMCA of Rapid City Receives 2025 Community Grant from Taco Bell Foundation
RAPID CITY, S.D. — The YMCA of Rapid City is proud to announce it has been selected as a recipient of a 2025 Community Grant from the Taco Bell Foundation. The funding will support education and career readiness, helping youth across the Black Hills access essential resources to achieve their goals. The YMCA of Rapid City was nominated for the grant by local Taco Bell Region Coach Pam Hare, whose continued commitment to uplifting youth has helped expand access to education, mentorship, and career readiness programs across the community.
Trump’s deadline for the Kremlin looms but Putin shows no sign of making concessions
The coming week could be pivotal in the ongoing war between Russia and Ukraine. U.S. President Donald Trump’s special envoy, Steve Witkoff, is expected in Moscow midweek. Trump has set a Friday deadline for Russia to stop its aggression or face severe economic penalties. The diplomatic stalemate remains challenging, with Ukraine losing territory but showing no signs of a defense collapse. Trump has expressed skepticism about the effectiveness of sanctions, while Russia continues its military advancements. The conflict has resulted in significant civilian casualties, with over 12,000 Ukrainian civilians killed according to the United Nations.
Thousands of Boeing workers who build fighter jets and weapons go on strike
NEW YORK (AP) — Several thousand workers at three Midwest manufacturing plants where Boeing develops military aircraft and weapons are on strike early. The strike started early Monday at Boeing facilities in St. Louis; St. Charles, Missouri; and Mascoutah, Illinois, after about 3,200 local members of the International Association of Machinists and Aerospace Workers voted to reject a modified labor agreement. It included a 20% wage increase over four years and $5,000 ratification bonuses. The walkout potentially complicates Boeing’s progress in regaining its financial footing following a bruising 2024. Boeing CEO Kelly Ortberg told analysts last week that the impact would be much less than a walkout last year by 33,000 workers who assemble the company’s commercial jetliners.
Scientists say they have solved the mystery of what killed more than 5 billion sea stars
WASHINGTON (AP) — Scientists have solved the mystery of what killed over 5 billion sea stars — also known as starfish — off the Pacific coast of North America. Starting in 2013, a wasting disease caused a mass die-off from Mexico to Alaska, devastating more than 20 species. The sunflower sea star was worst hit, losing around 90% of its population. Researchers have identified the culprit as a bacterium that also infects shellfish. The findings, published in Nature Ecology and Evolution, could help scientists intervene to save sea stars. This is crucial for Pacific ecosystems, as healthy starfish control sea urchin populations that threaten kelp forests.