• Police launch 'Blue Envelope Program.' The Sioux Falls Police Department is teaming up with the Minnehaha County Sheriff's Office and the Center for Disabilities at USD to launch the Blue Envelope Program. The intent of the program is to help autistic individuals and those with communication differences more easily communicate during interactions with law enforcement.
    • How it works: Folks can get a blue document holder to hold a driver's license, proof of insurance, vehicle registration and any documents with things like an emergency contact and communication preferences. Officers are trained to recognize the envelope and adjust communication as needed. The envelope does not change legal requirements, and drivers still must follow lawful instructions and comply with officer directions, according to a news release from the city.
    • Residents with autism spectrum disorder can obtain a blue envelope at no cost at the Center for Disabilities, 1400 W. 22nd St., Sioux Falls, or the Law Enforcement Center, 320 W. Fourth St., Sioux Falls. 
  • Hot Summer Nites is back downtown. Ok, car people, this one's for you. Hot Summer Nites is back downtown with corvettes, live music and family fun. It's all going down Wednesday, July 15 at 8th and Railroad. Get the details here.