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Decade-Old Cold Case Reopened in North Dakota: Trial Begins for Woman Accused of Roommate’s 2007 Murder

Minot, ND — A long-dormant murder case has resurged to the forefront this month as 37-year-old Nichole Rice stands trial for the 2007 murder of her college roommate, Anita Knutson, in a case that had baffled authorities for over a decade. The case against Rice, who has entered a plea of not guilty, hinges on new evidence and witness testimonies that have only recently come to light. In March 2022, Rice was formally charged with …

Air Force Member Charged in Murder of Missing South Dakota Woman Found Near Hill City

HILL CITY, SD – A member of the U.S. Air Force has been charged with the murder of a 21-year-old woman who had been reported missing for months in South Dakota, authorities disclosed. The suspect, 24-year-old Quinterius Chappelle, faces second-degree murder charges following the discovery of Sahela “Shy” Sangrait’s remains by a hiker near Hill City on March 4. Sangrait had been missing since August 10, 2024, and was found deceased in a severely decomposed …

Social Security advocates in North Dakota concerned about proposed retirement age increase

Bismarck, North Dakota – Advocates in North Dakota are expressing concern over a proposed budget blueprint put forth by a House caucus of over 170 Republican lawmakers for the 2025 fiscal year. The blueprint includes raising the retirement age for Social Security eligibility, a move that has raised alarms among advocates like Nancy Altman, president of the advocacy group Social Security Works. Altman argues that raising the retirement age essentially amounts to a benefit cut, …

Blended: Dakota Johnson Embraces Stepfamily Role with Chris Martin’s Kids

Los Angeles, California – Actress Dakota Johnson shares her heartfelt experience about being a stepmom to her partner, Chris Martin’s children. In a recent interview with Bustle, Johnson expressed her deep love for Martin’s daughter Apple, 19, and son Moses, 17, from his previous marriage to Gwyneth Paltrow. The “Madame Web” star emphasized the value of chosen family, stating that connections with people you choose can be just as significant, if not more, than blood …

Tragic Gun Display on FaceTime Ends in Death of North Dakota Teen in Las Vegas

Las Vegas, Nevada — An 18-year-old has been charged with murder following the tragic death of a 15-year-old from Bismarck, North Dakota, in a Las Vegas apartment earlier this month. The young victim, identified as James Lobue, had reportedly been showing off a gun during a video call when the weapon discharged. On September 4, following an investigation into the incident that occurred two days prior, Las Vegas Metropolitan Police apprehended Browdy Lee Shaffer, charging …

Healthcare Expenses Soaring in South Dakota, Analysis Reveals

Sioux Falls, South Dakota is facing a concerning issue as health care expenses in the state have been reported as the second highest in the nation. A recent analysis conducted by a reputable business and economics publication highlighted the significant costs incurred by residents in accessing healthcare services. This revelation sheds light on the complexities in measuring and comparing total healthcare costs across different regions due to the presence of multiple payers and varying demographic …

South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem Faces Backlash for Dog-Killing Revelations and Factual Errors in New Memoir

Pierre, South Dakota – South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem is facing backlash and controversy as she tries to navigate through the fallout sparked by revelations in her upcoming memoir. The governor has been forced to address the public after disclosing in her book that she shot her dog to death, along with an unnamed goat. This revelation has led to a cascade of criticisms and factual inaccuracies surfacing from different parts of the book. Amid …

Statewide Outage Hits South Dakota, Prompting 911 Urgency in Multiple Cities

Sioux Falls, South Dakota is currently in the midst of a statewide outage, as reported by law enforcement officials. On Wednesday evening, at least six cities across four different states in the US faced issues with their 911 call systems. The situation has prompted emergency response agencies to take alternative measures in order to assist those in need. In South Dakota, the entire statewide emergency calling system experienced a significant outage, confirmed by Pierre police …