Sioux Falls officials warn of ongoing severe thunderstorms and heavy rain across multiple counties, with a severe thunderstorm warning in effect. The Jefferson High School Class of 2026 celebrated their graduation, while South Dakota Urban Indian Health held a remembrance event for missing and murdered Indigenous individuals.

Sioux Falls saw a multi-vehicle crash in northwestern areas resulting in two deaths, while South Dakota officials face pressure to reverse cuts to family benefits and hospital payments. The Class of 2026 graduated, and former President Joe Biden will speak at a Sioux Falls dinner later this week.

Sioux Falls residents will hear about Governor Kristi Noem's parole reforms and the School Board election race as key local issues. The episode also covers South Dakota State volleyball's 2026 schedule and the SD Sports Lounge's focus on FCS and Vikings updates.

Sioux Falls officials confirmed the Summit Energy carbon pipeline will not extend into the state, citing environmental and economic concerns, while the Canaries and Dakota News Now announced summer community events. The 4th of July parade named a local veteran as its 2026 Grand Marshal, and the city will celebrate America250 with a month-long festival in July.

Sioux Falls residents should prepare for dust storms today with safety tips from KELOLAND.com and watch for higher electric bills due to Xcel Energy rate increases approved by the South Dakota Public Utilities Commission. The Lincoln County Courthouse also faces roof repair challenges affecting public services, while Downtown Sioux Falls hosts the annual Hot Summer Nites motorcade this weekend.

Sioux Falls community leaders are urging residents to join a blood drive at the downtown community center to honor veterans through the Honor Flight program, while voter registration for the 2026 municipal election is nearing its May 18 deadline. The city is also seeing increased federal voter registrations due to a new state law and is seeking public input on traffic solutions to ease congestion during peak hours.

Sioux Falls residents gathered for the Law Enforcement Torch Run fundraiser near the riverfront, supporting the South Dakota SPCA, while the MACEDC received a public policy award for expanding cottage food laws. Watertown’s high school baseball team faces a key matchup against Sioux Falls Lincoln, and Lake residents in McCook debate flood cleanup efforts.

Sioux Falls law enforcement is investigating a shooting at an underage party in Whitewood with multiple injuries, while a man from Aberdeen receives a 15-year sentence for sexual contact with a child. Officials in McCook are debating flood recovery efforts as a tribal law enforcement academy moves forward in North Dakota.

Sioux Falls officials are addressing rising energy costs through a Black Hills Energy rate case and debating a controversial pajama ban in public parks. The city also honors Memorial Day with a flag-carrying tribute and supports food drives with over 10 tons of donations collected.

Sioux Falls saw major workforce development news with Southeast Tech's new trades lab and Northern State University's national spotlight. Public safety efforts and a major healthcare merger between Sanford Health and North Memorial Health also dominated local headlines.