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LINCOLN, Neb. — An American Indian tribe sued some of the world’s largest beer makers Thursday, claiming they knowingly contributed to devastating alcohol-related problems on South Dakota’s Pine Ridge Indian Reservation.

PIERRE — South Dakota could soon have another state symbol to join the ranks of state bread, state soil, state sport and even state grass.

Manufacturing is a big part of South Dakota’s economy. And it could be even bigger, if employers could find the skilled workers they need to expand their businesses.

South Dakota has a state bread, state soil, state sport and even state grass. Soon, it could also have a state mascot.

Day two of the sentencing hearing started Tuesday morning for the man accused of playing a role in correctional officer Ronald Johnson's death.

For the first time in 20 years, a federal panel is urging the government to lower the threshold for lead poisoning in children.