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Yahoo
12-04-2025
- Climate
- Yahoo
Grass fire; Hibachi Grill; Noem
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — It's Saturday, April 12. Take a look at our top stories with KELOLAND On The GO. A large grassfire in north-central South Dakota is a reminder of how quickly flames can spread in these dry conditions. Update: crews control large grassfire in Dewey County Newly unsealed court documents are giving us a better idea of just how long federal officials have been investigating a Sioux Falls restaurant. 2023 searches linked to Hibachi Grill find cash Critics are calling the 53-year-old Kristi Noem 'Ice Barbie' while supporters say she is doing a great job deporting dangerous criminals. Kristi Noem has certainly been visible in her new role as Homeland Security Secretary. Appearing in front of cameras, often dressed in swat or combat gear. Noem taking heat for high profile photo ops After above-average temperatures yesterday, that continued into the overnight hours as well. Sioux Falls was almost 20 degrees above our average low for this time of year! Storm Center AM Update: Warm Day Ahead The dirt track racing season at Huset's Speedway in Brandon is scheduled to start one month from today on Mother's Day, May 11. Starting the season with the Race Party Car Show Now that Sioux Falls has thawed out, retailers are seeing more people out and about. The springtime reason to shop downtown SF Check out our Boredom Busters! Saturday Boredom Busters: April 12th Download the to find the latest headlines while on the go. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
10-04-2025
- Yahoo
Hibachi staff pleas not guilty; Warmer temps this weekend
SIOUX FALLS S.D. (KELO) — Here are this morning's top stories with KELOLAND On the Go. A man is in custody after a shots fired incident. According to Rapid City Police, around 3:30 p.m. on Wednesday, they were dispatched to the northwestern part of the city for a report of gunshots being fired at an apartment building. Arrest made after shots fire at apartment in Rapid City Three individuals with ties to Hibachi Grill & Supreme Buffet in Sioux Falls had pleas of not guilty entered for them in federal court Wednesday in Sioux Falls. Pleas of not guilty entered in Hibachi Grill case Sioux Falls will stay in the mid 60s, but that will change on Saturday. Widespread 70s are forecasted in eastern KELOLAND with stronger south winds. Scattered rain showers are still possible on Sunday. Above normal temperatures ahead; Limited rain chances next 7 days Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
10-04-2025
- Politics
- Yahoo
Beaudion running for Rounds' Senate seat
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — The race for South Dakota's Senate seat opening up in Washington in 2026 has its first official entrant. Pleas of not guilty entered in Hibachi Grill case Julian Beaudion of Sioux Falls is running as a Democrat for the seat currently occupied by Republican Mike Rounds. Rounds' term ends in January 2027; he has not yet officially announced any plans beyond his current term. Beaudion served as a trooper in the South Dakota Highway Patrol for 13 years. Today, he runs The HUB SD, and he and his wife also own a Sioux Falls restaurant. He unsuccessfully ran for a seat on the Sioux Falls City Council in 2020. Julian-Beaudion-AnnouncementDownload 'This campaign isn't about me—it's about securing a future where South Dakota's working families don't get left behind,' Beaudion said in a statement provided to KELOLAND News Wednesday night. 'In the Senate, I'll fight to enforce the checks and balances our Constitutiondemands and reject the influence of big money and tech monopolies threatening our freedoms—whether it's harvesting private data or undermining rural businesses. It's time we prepared for the future of AI and automation—by investing in our workers, defending our communities, and keeping the American Dream within reach for the next generation.' Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
10-04-2025
- Yahoo
Pleas of not guilty entered in Hibachi Grill case
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — Three people with links to Hibachi Grill & Supreme Buffet in Sioux Falls had pleas of not guilty entered on their behalf by a judge in federal court Wednesday. The suspects are in the custody of the U.S. Marshals Service. Court documents say the restaurant's former owner Hui Weng and former manager Min Lin along with accomplice Jin Ju Pan worked together 'to encourage and induce aliens, for the purpose of commercial advantage and private financial gain, to come to, enter and reside in the United States.' This was allegedly done 'knowing and in reckless disregard of the fact that the coming to, entry and residence in the United States by the said aliens was in violation of law.' Hibachi Grill staff charged with harboring aliens Per court documents, the defendants allegedly sought to employ workers who didn't have permission to work in the country, with at least one conspirator allowing the foreigners to work at the restaurant without mandating they give evidence of such permission. Court papers say employees were paid with cash after deducting the costs of rent and meals in addition to transportation to and from work. The documents describe an environment in which the employees had to comply, with the court papers stating 'some' conspirators informed workers 'that immigration authorities would be called if the employees did not work hard or do what they were told.' Per city and county records, a home owned by Weng is located near the restaurant. When KELOLAND News stopped by the residence Wednesday, one person at the home said he didn't speak English, and another denied anyone at the house worked at the restaurant. The alleged crimes took place between 2014 and 2023. As part of the investigation, authorities identified more than $285,000 in American dollars in addition to jewelry as items for forfeiture in case of conviction. The restaurant has run afoul of the law before; back in late 2022, the federal Department of Labor announced the restaurant violated the Fair Labor Standards Act. In that case, the federal government recovered more than $250,000 of overtime back wages and damages. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
Yahoo
10-04-2025
- Automotive
- Yahoo
Parking changes on the way for downtown Sioux Falls
SIOUX FALLS, S.D. (KELO) — Some big changes are coming to downtown Sioux Falls. Beginning May 1, meters will be enforced six days a week, and that's not all. A new city law will prevent pickups, vans and SUVs that are more than 18 feet long from parking on Phillips Avenue between ninth and 13th streets. Hibachi Grill staff charged with harboring aliens 'These 140 spaces will be restricted to shorter vehicles that increase traffic flow and prevent safety issues,' Sioux Falls parking manager Matt Nelson said. You'll need to leave at least 10 feet between the back of your car and the yellow center line. Weather permitting, the city plans to paint a white line, in place of dashes that are currently on Phillips Avenue, on Sunday night. 'This is a visual cue for customers so they know if they're in violation or not,' Nelson said. If your vehicle goes over the line, you could get hit with a $15 fine. 'That rule, it'll probably prevent me from parking where I parked today,' Chase Iron Eyes said. Iron Eyes drives a Ford F-150 and says the ordinance is a necessary change. 'I think for downtown, for places that could potentially see some congestion, I think it's a good idea,' Iron Eyes said. There will also be a new option to pay for parking. Starting May 1, you'll be able to use the Text to Park feature. 'It's just an option to pay with your own phone at any parking meter or any parking zone by simply texting a word or a code to 25023,' Nelson said. City officials say these changes will make downtown Sioux Falls more accessible and increase business. Also starting May 1, parking meter enforcement will include Saturdays. This means you'll need to pay for parking downtown from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Monday through Saturday. However, you can still park for free in ramps and lots all weekend and after 5 p.m. during the week. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
