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State representative hosts panel to discuss sexual violence in South Dakota

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9 months ago

April 14, 2025

State representative hosts panel to discuss sexual violence in South Dakota

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) – Today, a panel gathered at the Sioux Falls downtown rotary meeting to discuss a growing issue in the state of South Dakota, sexual assault, and just how the community can come together to address the issue.

Michelle Trent, a panelist and the executive director of the Compass Center in Sioux Falls, says that the state needs to invest in education for the youth, but that parents can have their own conversations at an early age.

“We can have conversations with our kids as young as three or four that says ‘do you wanna a hug?’ and if they say no then we say, ‘ok thank you for telling me’ and creating opportunities to educate about ‘my body is my body’ and when I say something to someone else they respect that,” said Trent.

Trent says every county in the state is supported and served by a domestic violence organization that can get someone the help they need.

“Reaching out to those organizations that might be going to the South Dakota network against family violence and sexual assault website and checking out what entity covers your county and starting there and calling, saying ‘hey I’m interested in this where can I access services?’ and they’ll be able to direct you,” said Trent.

As of 2023, South Dakota ranked in the top ten for sexual violence, with 50 cases for every 100 thousand people. Something Sioux Falls Representative Kadyn Wittman called embarrassing. However, she says the state is taking the right steps.

“There’s not enough of us to work against each other, so seeing that collaboration and open lines of communication between law enforcement and victim services and emergency departments, that was really heartening for me,” said Wittman.

Sexual Violence was not a large talking point in the 2025 legislative session. Wittman says she hopes it will be something lawmakers address further in 2026 so that South Dakota becomes a safer place to live and helps those who need it.

All three panelists agreed that the most important thing you can do for a victim is to believe them. In Sioux Falls, Grant Green, Dakota News Now.

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Pictures of semi-truck, name of woman released in Minnehaha County fatal crash

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January 11, 2026

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Pictures of semi-truck, name of woman released in Minnehaha County fatal crash

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) – The South Dakota Department of Public Safety has released the name of the woman who was killed in a fatal crash in Minnehaha County last week.

64-year-old Patricia Archambeau of Mitchell died on January 5 due to her injuries in a crash that took place in the early hours of Saturday, January 3.

Archambeau’s 2012 Chevrolet Traverse was traveling eastbound on I-90 near mile marker 379, about four miles west of Humboldt, when she attempted to pull off on the side of the road.

At the same time, the Traverse was struck by a semi-truck, also traveling eastbound, and pulling a trailer. The truck continued driving east after the crash and has yet to be located.

On Sunday, the South Dakota Highway Patrol released two images of the semi-truck suspected of hitting Archambeau’s Traverse. The two photos were taken on I-29 near 41st Street in Sioux Falls at 2:25 a.m., about 12 minutes after the crash west of Humboldt.

The South Dakota Highway Patrol has released two images of a semi-truck believed to be involved in a fatal crash that took place last Saturday in Minnehaha County.(South Dakota Highway Patrol)

Highway Patrol is seeking more information about a red Freightliner Cascadia semi-truck, missing its passenger-side headlight. If anyone has information, they’re asked to contact Highway Patrol at 605-367-5700.

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South Dakota knocks off Denver 82-72

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1 day ago

January 10, 2026

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VERMILLION, S.D. (AP) — Cameron Fens scored 23 points as South Dakota beat Denver 82-72 on Saturday.

Fens also contributed 12 rebounds and four blocks for the Coyotes (9-9, 1-2 Summit League). Isaac Bruns scored 20 points while going 8 of 12 and 3 of 4 from the free-throw line and added six rebounds. Jordan Crawford went 5 of 11 from the field (3 for 7 from 3-point range) to finish with 13 points.

Gabe Oldham led the Pioneers (8-11, 1-3) in scoring, finishing with 24 points, 13 rebounds and two steals. Denver also got 19 points from Zane Nelson. Carson Johnson also put up 11 points and six assists.

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The Associated Press created this story using technology provided by Data Skrive and data from Sportradar.

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SD Highway Patrol releases new details on hit and run, asks for public’s help

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2 days ago

January 10, 2026

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SD Highway Patrol releases new details on hit and run, asks for public’s help

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (Dakota News Now) – The South Dakota Highway Patrol is continuing to look for the suspect in a deadly hit-and-run near Humboldt, SD.

In a Facebook post, the SD Highway Patrol has released new details regarding the semi suspected of committing the hit and run.

According to police, the semi is a red Freightliner Cascadia semi, missing its passenger-side headlight.

The semi was traveling eastbound from the Humboldt area on I-90 in the early morning hours of Jan. 3, 2026.

Police are seeking information, video, or pictures from 2:13 a.m. – 3:00 a.m. along I-90 and I-29 from the public.

If you have any tips or footage, contact the South Dakota Highway Patrol District 2 Office at (605) 367-5700.

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