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.

Supreme Court rules 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.

South Dakota crime reporting guide

A resource for journalists, students and members of the public who are interested in the judicial system at all levels: state, federal and tribal.

Lawyer: Igloo lease dispute not over despite Supreme Court ruling

The high court ruling is the latest salvo in a highly litigious atmosphere that has enveloped the survivalist bunker complex south of Edgemont.

$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.

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.
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