Video: Dead birds along Missouri River near Yankton

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — Many in KELOLAND have had dry skies this month, but that will soon change. When it does, cities in KELOLAND will continue to climb their wettest winters ever. With above-freezing temperatures over the weekend and for much of this week, you’ll notice the landscape...

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — From major storms to arctic blasts, to winter warm-ups, it’s been a rollercoaster winter in KELOLAND. It’s not exactly a smooth ride on some Sioux Falls streets. Drivers may notice some heaving this time of year. It’s all related to the soil...

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — Two Powerball lottery players in South Dakota had $50,000 winning tickets. The South Dakota Lottery said one $50,000 winning ticket was sold at Don’s Sinclair in Pierre, while the other was sold at the Minnesota Ave. Hy-Vee in Sioux Falls. Officials say people should sign the back of the winning ticket immediately and visit a lottery validation center to claim a prize.

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — It’s Monday, February 6. Here’s what you need to know in news and weather to start your week. Winner Police are investigating an attempted robbery at a local drug store over the weekend. Crews from multiple agencies were called to a plane...

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — As spring draws closer, Sioux Falls Parks & Recreation has already turned its attention to summer. As the swimmers turn laps inside Midco Aquatic Center, Program Coordinator Jean Pearson is looking to hire additional lifeguards for the outdoor season. “No time like the present...

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — Augustana University has announced its next speaker for the Boe Forum. Dr. Gro Brundtland is the former prime minister of Norway and director-general of the World Health Organization. Brundtland is a leading voice on climate change as she educates people on sustainable development. The...

It’s a quiet start to the morning in KELOLAND. We expect better conditions in the Black Hills today with pleasant temperatures and fair skies. Expect some more melting snow today in KELOLAND. Notice the decreasing snow in western SD. 50 degree weather today will help that trend even more today in both Rapid City and Pierre.

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — On back-to-back days in August, federal regulators with the Occupational Safety and Health Administration found two violations by the same contractor. According to a news release from OSHA, Siteworks Inc., a water and sewer system construction company based in Sioux Falls, received two violations...

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — Investigators in Sioux Falls are looking into what sparked a fire just south of Falls Park. Sioux Falls Fire Rescue says it happened at a home in the 400 block of North Nesmith Avenue. Firefighters arriving on scene found smoke coming from inside the home and worked to put the fire out on the main level and attic of the home.

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — There’s no shortage of challenges facing the nursing home industry in South Dakota, but a handful of facilities providing critical care for elderly populations are being recognized by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services. In Sioux Falls, Dow Rummel was just recently...

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — Start your day with the latest news and weather with KELOLAND On The Go. Here’s Tuesday morning’s top stories. Sioux Falls police are searching for the people who robbed a home with a gun and a machete. One person was taken to...

SIOUX FALLS, S.D (KELO) –The first of three Legislative Coffee sessions in Sioux Falls took place this morning at Southeast Tech. Lawmakers from Minnehaha and Lincoln County gathered at the Hub to hear thoughts and questions from attendees. Several topics brought forward by the audience included education, voting rights,...

Chances are you have heard of East River Legal Services before, but do you know exactly what they do? There is no right to an attorney in a civil legal case. East River Legal Services began 52 years ago as a non-profit law firm designed to give a voice to those who may have little say when they find themselves dealing with a civil legal issue.

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — Sioux Falls, police are investigating a robbery from Sunday evening. Police say a man was sitting outside his home when a couple of men drove up and asked for some money. The victim said he didn’t have any and the two suspects punched and kicked him until he lost consciousness.

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (STACKER) — When asked about what items in your life use energy, you might think of objects in your home, such as bedroom lights, ceiling fans, refrigerators, and ovens. You might not immediately think of all that energy from the other places you visit on a regular basis. In fact, commercial buildings that people frequent every day—grocery stores, restaurants, offices, warehouses, and retail shops, just to name a few—all use a significant amount of energy to run their daily operations.

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — The Yankton County Sheriff’s Office says there are no injuries reported after a plane was found upside down on Lake Marindahl. The sheriff’s office says they were called to Lake Marindahl Saturday for a possible plane crash. On scene, authorities found the pilot and a plane that was upside down on the frozen lake. Authorities say the pilot was making a non-stop emergency stop on the lake. The plane’s ski hit snow which caused the plane to flip over on its top.

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — From computers, to math, to engineering, Harrisburg High School junior Lindsay Wurth is interested in it all. A pilot program allowed her to take a dual credit computer science class through Dakota State University last fall. “I was able to learn a lot about...

SIOUX FALLS, SD (KELO) — Winterfest of Wheels is an indoor car show that benefits Cure Kids Cancer. You can check out the unique and premium cars, trucks and motorcycles from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Sioux Falls Convention Center. There will also be a ‘Ditch Your Man’ room where treats and deals are available for everyone in the family. Admission is $11. Children 12 and under are free.

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — Two occupants of an apartment were expecting a friend when they opened the door to three men they didn’t know. According to police, the two victims were attacked by all three men on Sunday afternoon around 2 p.m. on the 6500 block of West Grove place. One suspect had a gun while another had a machete.

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — Most people are animal lovers, but sadly not all animals find their way to a loving home. A Sioux Falls collaboration is working to change that. Dog Days and Almost Home Canine Rescue hosted a meet and greet for dogs who have had harder times finding their forever home. Board Member Michelle Seten says this event is meant to give one on one face time and hopefully get these dogs adopted.