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January 30, 2025

SD Democrats show frustration over ‘imported ideas’

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) -- During their weekly news conference, Democrat lawmakers said they look forward to working with the new leadership in the governor's office. However, the tone quickly turned to frustration with their fellow lawmakers over legislation that Democrats call "imported ideas." Democrat leaders specifically addressed two bills, one requiring a person's citizenship [...]

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Venhuizen takes the gavel as new lieutenant governor

PIERRE, S.D. (KELO) -- The historic Senate chamber of the South Dakota Capitol soared with applause on Thursday afternoon as Tony Venhuizen received congratulations for becoming the state's new lieutenant governor. Shortly before 1:30 p.m., senators voted 35-0 to confirm the nomination of Venhuizen. He had resigned from his House seat on Wednesday morning, shortly [...]

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Sioux Falls Airport travelers react to plane crash

SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) -- Ryan Salinas and his family boarded a plane in Texas at 2:00 Thursday morning, less than five hours after the deadly plane crash in Washington, D.C. "And so it's very, kind of a different feeling, obviously a little bit uneasiness. You just have to kind of trust the pilots, trust [...]

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POWER TRIP Is In No Rush To Work On New Music


In a new interview with Finland's Chaoszine, POWER TRIP guitarist Blake Ibanez spoke about the Texas thrashers' recent return to the live stage for their first full performances since the tragic passing of frontman Riley Gale. POWER TRIP's longtime friend and collaborator Seth Gilmore has stepped in...

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METALLICA Pays Tribute To MARIANNE FAITHFULL


METALLICA has paid tribute to Marianne Faithfull, who died on Thursday (January 30) at the age of 78. The British singer contributed vocals to the metal band's song "The Memory Remains" from 1997's "Reload" album. A Marianne Faithfull spokesperson said: "It is with deep sadness that we announce the...

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