Justice

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Articles and investigations on South Dakota's criminal justice system, from its two growing metro cities to the unique challenges in rural and reservation areas.

$7.8M from opioid settlement granted to organizations

Ten projects across the state will use funding to address substance use disorder through prevention, treatment and education services.

250+ years of American civics and news

Series of community gatherings and other events across South Dakota seeks to increase engagement and help voters find fact-based information ahead of elections.

High court considers if officer names can be kept secret

Two Sioux Falls police officers want privacy in public documents over concerns they or their families could be harassed.

Supreme Court takes up contested Igloo bunker leases

The high court will decide a case originating at the survivalist bunker complex near Edgemont that could have broader implications on the strength of contracts and leases in the state.

Tilsen charges dropped after mistrial

The founder and CEO of NDN Collective was accused of driving his vehicle at a Rapid City police officer in June 2022.

Family of man killed in raid sues US Marshals for $150 million

23-year-old was shot Nov. 27, 2024, just north of Wagner while live-streaming himself brushing his teeth.

Prominent Native activist's trial ends with a hung jury

Nick Tilsen, founder of Rapid City-based NDN Collective, is charged with assaulting a police officer in 2022.
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