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South Dakota Prepares for Severe Weather with Statewide Awareness Week

South Dakota Prepares for Severe Weather with Statewide Awareness Week

South Dakota, in conjunction with Minnesota, is observing Severe Weather Preparedness Week from April 13-17, 2026. The initiative, led by Kelly Serr, Warning Coordination Meteorologist for the National Weather Service in South Dakota, aims to encourage residents to develop personal safety plans for severe weather scenarios. Each day of the week will focus on different themes to guide preparation efforts, emphasizing the importance of readiness whether individuals are at home, work, or traveling.
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Severe Weather Preparedness Week in South Dakota: April 13-17, 2026

Severe Weather Preparedness Week in South Dakota: April 13-17, 2026

Severe Weather Preparedness Week is scheduled for April 13-17, 2026, in South Dakota and Minnesota. The initiative aims to enhance public awareness and readiness for various severe weather conditions. Each day of the week is dedicated to a specific theme, including weather alerts and warnings, severe storms with wind, hail, and lightning, flash floods, tornadoes, and extreme heat and wildfire. Kelly Serr, the Warning Coordination Meteorologist for the National Weather Service in South Dakota, emphasizes the importance of having personal safety plans in place, whether individuals are at school, work, outdoors, or traveling. The week is an opportunity for residents to review and improve their preparedness strategies to ensure safety during severe weather events.
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Iran-Linked Hackers Disrupt US Critical Infrastructure via PLC Attacks

Iran-Linked Hackers Disrupt US Critical Infrastructure via PLC Attacks

Several critical infrastructure organizations in the United States have been disrupted by cyberattacks linked to Iranian threat actors. According to a joint advisory from federal agencies including the FBI, CISA, NSA, EPA, DOE, and United States Cyber Command, these attacks have targeted operational technology (OT) devices across multiple sectors such as government services, water and wastewater systems, and energy sectors. The attackers have focused on internet-exposed programmable logic controllers (PLCs), particularly those manufactured by Rockwell Automation/Allen-Bradley. The advisory warns that the attacks have led to disruptions through malicious interactions with project files and manipulation of data on human machine interface (HMI) and supervisory control and data acquisition (SCADA) displays.
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Germany's Intelligence Agencies Warn of Russian APT28 Cyber Espionage Targeting Critical Infrastructure

Germany's Intelligence Agencies Warn of Russian APT28 Cyber Espionage Targeting Critical Infrastructure

Germany's domestic intelligence agency, the Federal Office for the Protection of the Constitution (BfV), has issued a warning about cyberattacks by the Russian state-linked hacker group APT28, also known as Fancy Bear. This group has been identified as compromising vulnerable TP-Link internet routers to spy on military, government, and critical infrastructure targets. The warning was issued in collaboration with Germany's foreign intelligence agency, BND, and the U.S. FBI. APT28 is attributed by Western governments to Russia's military intelligence service, the GRU. The group has previously conducted cyberattacks on Germany's parliament, the centre-left SPD political party, and air traffic control authorities.
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US Authorities Disrupt Russian Espionage Operation Using Hacked Routers

US Authorities Disrupt Russian Espionage Operation Using Hacked Routers

The US Justice Department and the FBI have announced the disruption of a Russian espionage operation involving hacked SOHO routers. The operation was linked to the threat actor known as APT28, Forest Blizzard, and Fancy Bear, believed to be backed by Russia's GRU. The hackers targeted vulnerable TP-Link and MikroTik routers, altering their DHCP and DNS settings to redirect traffic through their infrastructure. This adversary-in-the-middle attack allowed the capture of encrypted traffic, including passwords and emails. The attack exploited a known vulnerability, CVE-2023-50224, to control TP-Link routers. Microsoft identified over 200 organizations and 5,000 consumer devices affected by the attack, which began in August 2025.
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Trump Administration Warns of Iran-Linked Cyber Threats to U.S. Water and Energy Systems

Trump Administration Warns of Iran-Linked Cyber Threats to U.S. Water and Energy Systems

The Trump administration has issued a warning regarding cyberattacks linked to Iran that are targeting critical U.S. infrastructure, including drinking water systems and the energy sector. The Environmental Protection Agency, the FBI, and other agencies released a joint statement highlighting the threat posed by these cyber actors. The attacks are reportedly aimed at technology used in water and sewer systems, as well as government facilities and services. Brett Leatherman, assistant director of the FBI’s cyber division, emphasized the importance of organizations being prepared to defend against these threats. The cyberattacks are similar to previous incursions by the group CyberAv3ngers, which has ties to Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. The recent attacks have targeted logic controllers manufactured by Rockwell Automation Inc., causing operational disruptions and financial losses.
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Former Meta Engineer Investigated for Extracting 30,000 Private Facebook Photos

Former Meta Engineer Investigated for Extracting 30,000 Private Facebook Photos

Former Meta Engineer Investigated for Extracting 30,000 Private Facebook Photos
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Wind Advisory in Effect for Iowa and Minnesota Counties

Wind Advisory in Effect for Iowa and Minnesota Counties

A Wind Advisory has been issued for several counties in Iowa and Minnesota, effective from 10 AM to 4 PM CDT today. According to KIMT, southwest winds are expected to reach speeds of 20 to 30 mph, with gusts potentially hitting 45 mph. The advisory covers Floyd, Mitchell, Chickasaw, Fayette, Howard, and Winneshiek Counties in Iowa, as well as Dodge, Fillmore, Mower, and Olmsted Counties in Minnesota. These conditions are likely to cause unsecured objects to be blown around, and there is a possibility of tree limbs being knocked down, which could lead to power outages.
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Mesabi Metallics Secures $150 Million Financing for Minnesota Plant

Mesabi Metallics Secures $150 Million Financing for Minnesota Plant

Mesabi Metallics Secures $150 Million Financing for Minnesota Plant
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Escalation in Iranian Cyber Attacks on U.S. Critical Infrastructure

Escalation in Iranian Cyber Attacks on U.S. Critical Infrastructure

U.S. cybersecurity, law enforcement, and intelligence agencies have reported an escalation in Iranian hacking campaigns targeting critical infrastructure sectors. These attacks focus on publicly exposed programmable logic controllers and supervisory control and data acquisition systems, aiming to cause disruptive effects within the United States. The targeted sectors include government services, water and wastewater systems, and energy. The advisory, issued by the FBI, NSA, Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency, and other federal bodies, highlights the operational disruptions and financial losses caused by these cyber operations.
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Fuel Costs Surge, Impacting Agriculture and Grocery Prices in North Dakota and Minnesota

Fuel Costs Surge, Impacting Agriculture and Grocery Prices in North Dakota and Minnesota

The ongoing conflict in Iran has led to disruptions in global oil supply, causing significant increases in fuel prices across the United States. According to the U.S. Congress Joint Economic Committee, North Dakotans have spent nearly $17 million extra on gas in the past month, while Minnesotans have spent over $100 million. Diesel prices have also surged, affecting the agriculture sector where machinery relies heavily on diesel fuel. Economist Gbenga Ajilore from the Center on Budget and Policy Priorities highlights that these rising costs are impacting both supermarket prices and agricultural operations. Additionally, fertilizer prices are increasing due to global supply disruptions and higher energy costs, which could further affect grocery prices.
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ConsumerAffairs Ranks Best and Worst U.S. States for Renters Amid Housing Market Pressures

ConsumerAffairs Ranks Best and Worst U.S. States for Renters Amid Housing Market Pressures

ConsumerAffairs has released a new ranking of U.S. states based on their rental market conditions, highlighting the best and worst states for renters. The study evaluated states on affordability, availability, quality of life, and tenant protections. North Dakota emerged as the top state due to its outstanding affordability and rental availability, with a median rent significantly below the national average. Colorado and Minnesota followed, praised for tenant protections and a balanced rental environment, respectively. Conversely, Florida ranked lowest, suffering from high rental costs and poor tenant protections. The report underscores the challenges renters face in a competitive market, with affordability and tenant rights varying significantly across states.