RAPID CITY, S.D. (KOTA) - With the Palisades and Eaton fires continuing to wreak havoc in Southern California and looking to be contained, some in KOTA Territory may wonder about the differences in fighting fires in California compared to South Dakota.
South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem, the Homeland Security nominee, criticized the California governor as she tried to reassure senators that she would avoid
The Interagency Task Force of South Dakota’s crews have sent multiple fire engines to Los Angeles County to fight the Eaton wildfire. The task force includes Black Hawk, Fairburn, and Whispering Pines volunteer fire departments,
South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem is expected to focus her opening remarks before the Senate Homeland Security committee on securing the nation's border and curbing cyber attacks.
The department that the South Dakota governor seeks to lead will be critical to fulfilling the incoming administration’s promises to quickly crack down on immigration.
At least three fire crews from departments in South Dakota are on their way to California to help with the fires in the Los Angeles area. As of Monday morning, 24
The International Association of Firefighters endorsed South Dakota Gov. Kristi Noem for DHS secretary as California fires rage, which notably follows its neutral 2024 presidential position.
The wind is blowing in California which adding fuel to the fires in Los Angeles County. Wind speeds of 40 mph to 70 mph are predicted for that region Tuesday and
Kristi Noem​, Trump's pick to lead the sprawling Department of Homeland Security, took questions from lawmakers on border policies and disaster relief.
A La Niña winter just started, but it isn't expected to last long. National forecasters are already looking ahead to the spring season.