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Arrest Made in 2003 Disappearance of Belle Fourche Woman
STURGIS, S.D. – There appears to be a break in the case of a Belle Fourche woman who has been missing since 2003. Steven Lee Ulrich, 69, was arrested in connection with the disappearance of Beverly Ozuna-Ulrich and is currently in the Meade County Jail. Beverly Ozuna-Ulrich hasn’t been seen since October of 2003. Steven Ulrich is currently in the Meade County Jail, charged with first degree murder in connection with Beverly’s death.
DUI Arrest Leads to Firearms Seizure and Meth Distribution Charges
RAPID CITY, S.D. – Rapid City Police say a hit and run investigation led to a D-U-I arrest, as well as a firearms seizure, parole hold and meth distribution. Police say on Friday, they arrested Hunter Beck (Age 28) of Rapid City, following a hit-and-run crash in the 1500 block of N LaCrosse St. The investigation uncovered a series of felony violations involving illegal drugs, firearms, and a parole violation.
Police Investigate Shots-Fired Incident on Waterloo Street
RAPID CITY, S.D. – Rapid City Police are investigating a shots-fired incident that occurred on Friday night. Officers responded to the 100 block of Waterloo Street for a report of gunshots heard in the area. A caller reported hearing five to six shots near a nearby apartment complex. Upon arrival, officers searched the area and located a spent shell casing on a second-floor landing of the complex. No injuries were reported, and a suspect has yet to be identified.
Deadwood Residents to Vote in Recall Election Tuesday
DEADWOOD, S.D. – Voters in Deadwood go to the polls tomorrow for a special election regarding the recall of Commissioner Joseph Blake. A petition for Joseph’s recall was submitted Sept. 30 and was verified to have the necessary 170 valid signatures. The petition accused Commissioner Joseph of several offenses in connection with a 2024 incident. They include misconduct, gross partiality, abuse of office and crimes while in office. Joseph’s name is on the ballot along with two challengers, David Ruth Jr. and Mark Speirs. Polls open at 7:00 a.m. and will remain open until 7:00 p.m.
City of Rapid City Participates in Salvation Army Angel Tree Program
RAPID CITY, S.D. – Rapid City government offices are again participating this holiday season in the Salvation Army’s Angel Tree Program with multiple tree locations. Dozens of Angel Tree tags containing gift ideas or a child’s age group are available from the lobby desk at City Hall as well as Fire Station 1, the Public Safety Building, Roosevelt Park Swim Center and Ice Arena. In addition, the City’s Parks and Recreation Department as well as Public Works Department are hosting internal Angel Trees among department staff. Deadline to drop off gifts is December 9. The public can drop off unwrapped gifts at several City government locations.
Man Arrested After Hammer Assault in Rapid City
RAPID CITY, S.D. – Rapid City Police arrested a man over the weekend for assault. Police say Elijah Lebeau was arrested after allegedly assaulting another person and damaged their property with a hammer. Police say Lebeau was apprehended following a short foot chase and was facing charges of aggravated assault, intentional damage to property, obstructing police, and possession of a controlled substance, meth.
Fired Immigration Judge Challenges Dismissal, Raising Broad Civil Rights Questions
WASHINGTON (AP) — A former immigration judge fired earlier this year has filed a lawsuit arguing the Trump administration unlawfully dismissed her based on gender, national origin and past political activity, in violation of the Civil Rights Act and the First Amendment. Tania Nemer, a dual U.S.–Lebanese citizen who previously ran for local office in Ohio as a Democrat, alleges she was removed despite strong performance reviews and without explanation. The government has argued that presidential authority under Article II allows broad discretion in removing executive branch employees, including those in probationary status. An Equal Employment Opportunity office dismissed Nemer’s initial complaint in September, concluding that Title VII conflicts with the president’s removal power. Nemer’s lawsuit warns that this interpretation could permit discrimination against federal workers with little legal recourse. The Justice Department declined to comment.
White House Tours Resume After East Wing Demolition and Holiday Makeover
WASHINGTON (AP) — Public tours of the White House will resume Tuesday following a three-month pause caused by the demolition of the East Wing to make way for a planned $300 million ballroom, which prompted a redesigned and shortened tour route. Tours now begin and end at the North Portico and include the East Room, Blue Room, Green Room, Red Room and State Dining Room. The East Wing and several former tour areas are no longer accessible. Holiday decorations selected by first lady Melania Trump feature 75 wreaths, 51 Christmas trees, thousands of lights and ribbons, and an 18-foot official Christmas tree in the Blue Room adorned with AI-designed ornaments representing all U.S. states and territories. Additional displays include Lego portraits, themed rooms honoring military families and youth, and a gingerbread White House created with more than 200 pounds of edible materials. Tour tickets remain available through members of Congress.
White House Says Admiral Acted Lawfully in Second Strike on Suspected Drug Boat Amid Congressional Scrutiny
WASHINGTON (AP) — The White House said Monday that a Navy admiral acted “within his authority and the law” when he ordered a second strike on a suspected drug-smuggling vessel in the Caribbean Sea during a Sept. 2 U.S. military operation now under bipartisan review. Press secretary Karoline Leavitt said Vice Adm. Frank Bradley directed the follow-up strike after Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth authorized kinetic action against the boat, which officials said posed a threat to the United States. Lawmakers from both parties have called for investigations after reports that survivors remained on the vessel following the initial strike, raising legal questions. President Donald Trump defended Hegseth and said he believed the secretary did not order unlawful action. Senior Pentagon leaders have spoken with Armed Services Committee leaders to address concerns about the legality of ongoing counterdrug missions, which have resulted in more than 80 deaths as U.S. operations expand near Venezuela. Venezuela’s National Assembly announced its own investigation into the strikes following acknowledgment that Venezuelans were among the dead.
