New Penitentiary Site In Sioux Falls Gets The Green Light
In a big move for Sioux Falls, Governor Rhoden has locked eyes on a prime site for a new penitentiary. Let’s break down what this means for the community.
Prison
Ten Alternative Sites Proposed for New South Dakota Prison
The Project Prison Reset Task Force meets in Springfield, Tuesday (April 29)
South Dakota Hits ‘Reset’ on Proposed Prison in Lincoln County
Governor Rhoden appoints new group to look at alternatives to current plan
South Dakota State Affairs Committee Advances House Bill 1025 For $825M Prison
Governor Larry Rhoden's advisor defends $763 million move for 1500-bed prison near Sioux Falls.
Worst Nightmare – Minnesota Man Wrongfully Imprisoned 25 Years For Wife’s Murder Now Suing
A Minnesota man's wife fell into the lake and drowned in 1996. He spent 25 years in prison when he was wrongfully convicted of first degree murder. Now he's suing those who put him behind bars.
South Dakota Selects Site for New Men’s Prison
New facility would replace much of the current State Penitentiary in Sioux Falls
South Dakota Imprisons More Per Capita than Any Other State
855 prisoners per 100,00 people far exceeds national average
Critics Call for End to South Dakota Mental Holds in Jail
People who have mental disorders should not be thrown in jails when they are suffering a mental crisis. A law that allows the practice should be overturned.
Inmate Walks Away from South Dakota State Penitentiary
Law enforcement needs to know the whereabouts of Lydell Black Spotted Horse.
South Dakota State Penitentiary Assault
A heavy sentence handed down to an inmate at the South Dakota State Penitentiary for beating another prisoner.