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One Dead, One Injured in I-90 Crash Near Rapid City
RAPID CITY, S.D. — A Rapid City, South Dakota man died following a two-vehicle crash Tuesday morning near Rapid City. Preliminary crash information indicates the driver of a 2022 International Truck-Tractor was traveling eastbound on I-90 near mile marker 54. At the same time, the driver of a 2019 Chevrolet Silverado was traveling westbound at the same location when he crossed the median and struck the International Truck-Tractor. The I-90 eastbound lanes shut down at approximately 7:30 a.m. At 10:15 a.m., the passing eastbound lane reopened to traffic. The driver of the Chevrolet died from his injuries. The driver of the International Truck-Tractor was transported to a local hospital with life-threatening injuries.
Rapid Transit System Art Contest Accepting Entries Through October
RAPID CITY, S.D. — There’s still time for the public to submit artwork entries to Rapid Transit System (RTS) as part of this month’s contest to select an art piece for display on one of their new buses. The theme of the art contest is simply ‘Public Transportation’ and is open to participants of all ages. The contest runs through October. No illegal content will be considered. The winning selection will be displayed on the outside of a new Gillig bus, which will be in service later this year at RTS. Second and third place selections from the contest will be displayed on the inside of the new bus.
Deadline Nears for Winter Apparel Donations to Benefit Local Veterans
RAPID CITY, S.D. — A few days remain to donate winter apparel items as part of the Make A Difference Day project hosted by the West River Retired Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP+). RSVP is seeking donations of items for veterans at the Cornerstone Mission. Requested items include men’s and women’s coats, new socks and new underwear, gloves, and gently-used sweatshirts and sweatpants. Specific-sized items include large and extra-large men’s and women’s coats, large to double-extra-large men’s underwear (boxers preferred), medium and large women’s underwear, and all sizes of gloves and sweats. Deadline for donations is this Thursday.
South Dakota WIC Services Unaffected by Federal Shutdown
PIERRE, S.D. — The South Dakota Department of Health (DOH) confirms that the Women, Infants, and Children (WIC) program continues to operate as normal. Melissa Magstadt, Secretary of Health says there is no disruption to South Dakota WIC Services. The Department of Health is actively monitoring the status of the federal government shutdown and remains in close contact with federal partners. Participants will be notified promptly if any changes occur.
Governor Rhoden Appoints Nick Lamb as New DOC Secretary
PIERRE, S.D. — Governor Larry Rhoden announced this week that Nick Lamb will serve as the new Department of Corrections Secretary. Nick Lamb succeeds Secretary Kellie Wasko, who served South Dakota for three-and-a-half years. DOC Deputy Secretary Brent Fluke will be the Interim Secretary from October 21, 2025, until Lamb starts in mid-November. Lamb has 31 years of correctional leadership experience across Illinois, New Mexico, and Iowa DOC. He is currently the Deputy Director of Institutional Operations for the Iowa DOC, overseeing nine facilities, 2,500 employees, and around 8,500 inmates.
Trump, GOP Hold Firm as Government Shutdown Nears Record Length
WASHINGTON (AP) — As the federal government shutdown entered its fourth week, President Donald Trump hosted Republican senators for lunch at the White House, calling the United States “the hottest country anywhere in the world” and showing no sign of compromise with Democrats over health care funding. The shutdown, one of the longest in U.S. history, has halted pay for thousands of federal workers and disrupted programs such as Head Start, WIC, and small business loans. The Energy Department has begun furloughing employees, and the FAA reports air traffic controller shortages. Economists warn the closure could slow economic growth by up to 0.2 percentage points per week. Trump said he is open to health care talks after the government reopens, while Republicans, including Senate Majority Leader John Thune, maintain that negotiations with Democrats must wait until federal operations resume. Meanwhile, health care costs are expected to rise sharply for millions as Affordable Care Act subsidies expire at year’s end..
Trump Delays Meeting With Putin, Says He Doesn’t Want a “Waste of Time”
WASHINGTON (AP) — President Donald Trump said Tuesday he is postponing a planned meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin, saying he doesn’t want it to be a “waste of time” amid disagreements over the war in Ukraine. The meeting, previously scheduled to take place in Budapest, Hungary, was put on hold after Secretary of State Marco Rubio spoke with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov, who said Russia opposes a ceasefire. Trump’s shifting stance on the conflict has drawn attention, as he alternates between urging Ukraine to negotiate and suggesting the country could regain lost territory. Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy continues to press for stronger U.S. support, including long-range missiles, while European leaders reaffirm their opposition to any deal that would force Ukraine to surrender land. The Kremlin said Tuesday that “serious preparation” would be needed before another Trump-Putin summit, and the White House said decisions on rescheduling would come soon.
The Louvre’s crown jewel heist is now a race against time for authorities — and the brazen thieves
PARIS (AP) — Experts say France’s royal jewels may be gone forever after a daring heist at the Louvre. On Sunday, thieves stole eight pieces, including crowns and necklaces, in just four minutes. These jewels, dating back to the 16th century, were significant symbols of France’s wealth and power. Experts believe the gems are likely being dismantled and sold off. The theft has left the French government scrambling to address security concerns at the museum. The heist is being called “the heist of the decade” and has sparked a race against time for authorities to recover the treasures.