Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Forty-five recruits representing 31 different law enforcement agencies across South Dakota are graduating this Friday from the state’s Basic Law Enforcement Certification Course  in Pierre. Among the graduates of the 198th class is Michael Fedt , who will join the Watertown Police Department . The 13-week training program, overseen by the South Dakota Division of Criminal Investigation (DCI), is required for students to become fully q

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown Police Department (WPD) announced the launch of a new citywide mental health and wellness initiative today, titled the “Are You OK?” awareness campaign.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - Watertown Fire Rescue (WFR) responded to a motor vehicle accident on the evening of Wednesday, November 5, 2025. WFR's Engine 4 arrived on the scene quickly after the initial report of a three-vehicle accident. Fire crews immediately assessed the situation and confirmed that the incident actually involved two vehicles.

Northeast Radio SD News - Watertown, SD - The Watertown Police Department and Watertown Fire Rescue responded to a two-vehicle crash on Friday morning that temporarily disrupted traffic in the 900 Block of 10th St NW. The accident, which occurred at approximately 11:00 AM on November 1, 2025, resulted in substantial damage but no reported injuries.