Family members of families from Minnesota and South Dakota got brain worms from eating bear meat.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention report reveals that nine family members from Minnesota, South Dakota, and Arizona contracted a parasitic infection after consuming undercooked bear meat kebabs during a family gathering in South Dakota.
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The bear meat was harvested in northern Saskatchewan by one of the family members and stored in a freezer for over a month before being prepared.
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Although instructed by a hunting outfitter to freeze the meat to kill parasites, the larvae and worms present were freeze-resistant.
During the gathering, the bear meat was grilled alongside vegetables but accidentally served undercooked.
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After initial consumption, the meat was recooked and served again. Even family members who claimed to have only eaten vegetables were affected, suggesting cross-contamination.
Doctors diagnosed them with Trichinellosis, a roundworm infection caused by consuming raw or undercooked meat contaminated with the parasite Trichinella.
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Family members ranging in age from 12 to 62 years old were ultimately diagnosed with the worms.
Three required hospitalization and treatment with the anti-parasitic medication albendazole. Six individuals experienced symptoms, but all recovered, according to health officials.
Tests conducted on the leftover bear meat confirmed the presence of Trichinella larvae.
According to the Mayo Clinic once inside the human body, the larvae can migrate to muscle tissue and organs like the brain, heart, lungs, and spinal cord.
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SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — Storms have prompted multiple tornado warnings in southeastern South Dakota Sunday night.
KELOLAND viewers have sent dozens of photos from the storms that produced hail, strong winds and heavy rains.
Officials said a tornado was confirmed in Lincoln County north of Beresford. The Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office posted a video as the tornado was starting to touchdown.
Clouds northwest of Wall Lake. Photo from Lisa Stelter.
You can see photos in the gallery below.
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You can track storms for yourself using a variety of resources from KELOLAND.
Check your KELOLAND Storm Tracker app for hour-by-hour forecasts, live radar information and get alerts when severe weather is in your area.
We’re also active on social media so you can follow @KELOLANDWeather on X for more timely updates or KELOLAND Weather on Facebook for big picture weather warnings.
For your inner storm chaser, our live cams stream what’s happening live all over KELOLAND, so you can catch a glimpse of the storms from across the area.
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If you take photos of the storms or any damage, submit them at uShare on KELOLAND.com.
The No. 4 South Dakota State baseball team allowed 16 runs in the fifth and sixth innings in a 17-0 loss to No. 3 Arizona State in an elimination game at the NCAA Tournament’s Lincoln Regional.
Starting pitcher Drew McDowell was tagged for three runs allowed in four-plus innings, then three consecutive relievers failed to record an out.
Kaden Rylance walked two batters who came around to score, Tristan Augedahl gave up four hits and a walk and was tagged for six runs (five earned) and Austin Henry walked two batters and allowed a run.
Sam Novotny followed and allowed four earned runs and five runs total over his two innings of work.
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Matthew Werk and Jacob Sjuts each threw a scoreless inning to close out the contest.
Arizona State starter Kole Klecker ripped through the Jackrabbits’ lineup, allowing three hits in eight scoreless innings while striking out 13.
Keagan Jirschele doubled for South Dakota State, and Nic Werk and Luke Jones both singled. Nate Wachter and Grant Sorensen each drew a walk.
The Jackrabbits’ season ends with a 24-33 record. Arizona State will face the loser of No. 1 Nebraska vs. No. 2 Ole Miss.
The South Dakota Lottery offers multiple draw games for those aiming to win big.
Here’s a look at May 30, 2026, results for each game:
Winning Powerball numbers from May 30 drawing
01-27-35-44-52, Powerball: 12, Power Play: 2
Check Powerball payouts and previous drawings here.
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Winning Lotto America numbers from May 30 drawing
05-08-09-11-15, Star Ball: 04, ASB: 05
Check Lotto America payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Dakota Cash numbers from May 30 drawing
04-06-07-22-23
Check Dakota Cash payouts and previous drawings here.
Winning Millionaire for Life numbers from May 30 drawing
05-14-22-28-30, Bonus: 01
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Check Millionaire for Life payouts and previous drawings here.
Feeling lucky? Explore the latest lottery news & results
Are you a winner? Here’s how to claim your prize
Prizes of $100 or less: Can be claimed at any South Dakota Lottery retailer.
Prizes of $101 or more: Must be claimed from the Lottery. By mail, send a claim form and a signed winning ticket to the Lottery at 711 E. Wells Avenue, Pierre, SD 57501.
Any jackpot-winning ticket for Dakota Cash or Lotto America, top prize-winning ticket for Lucky for Life, or for the second prizes for Powerball and Mega Millions must be presented in person at a Lottery office. A jackpot-winning Powerball or Mega Millions ticket must be presented in person at the Lottery office in Pierre.
When are the South Dakota Lottery drawings held?
Powerball: 9:59 p.m. CT on Monday, Wednesday, and Saturday.
Mega Millions: 10 p.m. CT on Tuesday and Friday.
Lucky for Life: 9:38 p.m. CT daily.
Lotto America: 9:15 p.m. CT on Monday, Wednesday and Saturday.
Dakota Cash: 9 p.m. CT on Wednesday and Saturday.
Millionaire for Life: 10:15 p.m. CT daily.
This results page was generated automatically using information from TinBu and a template written and reviewed by a South Dakota editor. You can send feedback using this form.
