C.J. Keene
ReporterC.J. Keene is a Rapid City-based journalist covering the legal system, education, and culture. Originally from Omaha, C.J. studied journalism, media, and film studies at Doane University in Crete, Nebraska.
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Syphilis rates in South Dakota have dropped sharply following a public health effort from the state Department of Health. -
Flooding damaged homes and properties in the Glacial Lakes region, but it appears the worst of it was avoided in northeast South Dakota. Now, the recovery begins. -
Following an apparent politically motivated assassination of a Minnesota lawmaker and her husband over the weekend has many lawmakers calling for reason to prevail nationwide. -
An alleged threat for a Republican gubernatorial candidate was all smoke and no fire according to local authorities. Police are now saying false social media posts like the one that started the incident make it harder to do their jobs. -
The South Dakota Supreme Court rules against a man who appealed the decision to allow him to represent himself in court. Ultimately, this upholds his sentence for failure to comply with his court-mandated reporting. -
NewsTeetering around 85,000, that’s a three percent increase from 2024, and an increase of about 13 percent from 2020. -
Attorney General Marty Jackley says he supports the Trump administrations decision to federalize National Guard troops to California in response to protests. At the same time, some fear this activation sets a troubling precedent. -
As thousands climb to the peak of Crazy Horse for the first Volksmarch of 2025, changes are looming at the world’s largest mountain carving. -
Measles is here in South Dakota. Amid a nationwide outbreak, health professionals want to spread the word — measles shots are safe and effective. -
According to the Rapid City municipal government, new members are expected on the council and school board with one election decided by fewer than 5 votes. They report a turnout of 10.22 percent of voters.
