Nearly every South Dakota driver has experienced a “pretext traffic stop.” Police officers stop a car for a minor infraction, like a broken taillight, then use the stop to investigate evidence of a more serious crime. Pretext stops often lead to illegal searches, weak...
Every day on your way to work, or on your weekend trip to the Badlands or Devil’s Tower, you more than likely are sharing the road with large semi-trucks. You may feel intimidated when one approaches you or you pass one, hoping that the driver sees you and doesn’t...
Summer is in full swing in South Dakota, and with the warm weather comes the roar of your motorcycle. But as you get out of the house to enjoy the open road, you may want to take a moment to remember the basics of safety on two wheels. According to the South Dakota...
We all spend a lot of time on the road. Whether it’s during the commute to and from work, a trip to the grocery store, or a road trip with friends, driving is a part of our daily lives. And while we do our best to stay safe, the roads can be a dangerous place. Other...
While South Dakota is widely recognized as one of the best states in which to find a job, raise a family, start a business and enjoy the outdoors, we also have our share of problems. A recent study shone a bright light on one of those issues, pointing out that South...
