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Pennington County Warns Residents About Fraudulent Planning and Zoning Emails
PENNINGTON COUNTY, S.D. — The Pennington County Planning & Zoning Department is continuing to receive reports of fraudulent emails being sent to residents that falsely appear to originate from the department. The scam emails typically include invoices and detailed instructions directing recipients to take action or submit payment. These communications are not legitimate and are not being sent by Pennington County Planning & Zoning. To help residents identify these fraudulent messages, the County is releasing an example of one of the scam invoices that has been reported. Residents are encouraged to review the example and remain cautious when receiving unexpected emails claiming to be from county offices. (Full story)
One Injured in Garage Fire on Range View Court
RAPID CITY, S.D. — Rapid City Fire says one person was injured Wednesday afternoon after a garage fire at a home on the 4200 block of Range View Court. Upon arrival, fire crews observed light smoke coming from an attached garage. Bystanders on scene reported that everyone had already exited the home and that the fire was located in the garage. Firefighters entered the structure and confirmed a working fire in the garage while also verifying that no one remained inside. The blaze was brought under control, preventing further spread into the home. One individual was taken to the hospital for evaluation of non-life-threatening injuries. The cause of the fire was under investigation. (Full story)
Gunfire Reported Near Curtis Street, Bullet Holes Found on Atlas Street
RAPID CITY, S.D. — Rapid City Police say they responded to the 200 block of Curtis Street Thursday morning for a report of gunshots heard in the area. After receiving more information about the location of the gunshots, police located several bullet holes in a building in the 1300 block of Atlas Street. No injuries were reported as a result of the gunfire. Physical evidence was collected from the scene, and the case has been forwarded to the RCPD’s Criminal Investigations Division for further follow-up. (Full story)
Rapid City Man Arrested After Pursuit, Crash and Drug Discovery
RAPID CITY, S.D. — A Rapid City man was arrested following a traffic stop Wednesday night. Police attempted to stop a silver Dodge Challenger for a stop sign violation, but the vehicle fled and police observed an object being thrown out of the vehicles window. After terminating the pursuit of the vehicle for safety reasons, it ended up colliding with a commercial truck. The driver fled from the scene and was apprehended after a short chase. Identified as William Andrews, the driver was facing numerous charges, including drug charges after the object he threw from the vehicle turned out to be a bag of methamphetamine and related paraphernalia. (Full story)
US gas prices dip below $4 for 1st time since March but remain 25% higher than last year
NEW YORK (AP) — U.S. gas prices have fallen to just below $4 a gallon on average, bringing some relief to drivers who have seen soaring costs amid Washington’s war with Iran. But filling up is still more expensive than it was before the conflict began. According to AAA, a gallon of regular gasoline is now averaging at $3.999. It’s the first time since March that prices have been that low. The drop aligns with easing crude oil costs overall, as markets feel hopeful about an initial agreement between the U.S. and Iran to end the war. Still, American drivers are collectively paying a $1 more per gallon than they were in late February. (Full story)
Supreme Court sides with a Texas man who says it’s not a crime for marijuana users to have guns
WASHINGTON (AP) — The Supreme Court has ruled against a broad federal ban on gun ownership by marijuana users. The decision Thursday is the latest in a line of firearm cases from a court that has expanded gun rights. The justices decided unanimously in favor of a Texas man who argued that a law barring guns from anyone who regularly uses illegal drugs violates the Second Amendment. Justice Neil Gorsuch wrote that his opinion narrowly limits the government’s power to take guns away from drug users who aren’t considered dangerous. The Trump administration had defended the law, but Gorsuch wrote that its core argument “fails under every measure.” (Full story)
FDA panel backs first-of-its-kind flu vaccine using mRNA technology
WASHINGTON (AP) — A new kind of flu vaccine is moving a step closer to the U.S. market. Federal health advisers on Thursday recommended approval of a shot made with the same mRNA technology that was key to ending the pandemic. Moderna is seeking Food and Drug Administration approval for mFlusiva as an option for people 50 and older. There already are numerous types of flu vaccines to choose from, but experts say adding an mRNA option could be useful. Moderna is seeking full approval for people ages 50 to 64 and authorization for use in those 65 and older while it conducts additional testing. (Full story)
