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Raised in Aberdeen, South Dakota, Keith Lyn is a Pierre contributor for Times Media Service. Lyn covers local news in Pierre, including city government, local elections, schools, public safety, development and community life. Lyn holds a master's degree in communication and media studies.

Stories by Keith Lyn

30 stories

  1. September 2026

    1 story: 1 explainer

  2. Fri

    Explainer · Health · United States

    What older adults can do at home to lower fall risks

    Federal health agencies outline steps older adults can take at home to reduce fall hazards, assess medications and maintain independence.

  3. August 2026

    4 stories: 3 explainers, 1 news story

  4. Fri

    Explainer · Crime and Justice · United States

    Federal judge again blocks Trump mail-ballot rules ahead of midterms

  5. Mon

    Explainer · Business and Finance · United States

    Utah ice cream maker Rebel Creamery files Chapter 11 while appealing $23.8 million judgment

  6. Fri

    Explainer · Technology · World

    MouthPad uses tongue and head movements to control computers

    Augmental's MouthPad mouthpiece helps users with limited mobility control computers and mobile devices using tongue and head movements.

  7. Mon

    News: Energy · United States

    Oklo’s Groves Reactor Achieves First Criticality in Less Than One Year

  8. July 2026

    11 stories: 8 explainers, 3 news stories

  9. Tue

    Explainer · Health · New York City, New York

    Skipping sleep may pack on pounds faster than you think, Columbia study finds

  10. Tue

    Explainer · Health · United States

    Why one brain tumor case has renewed attention on full-body MRI scans

    While a recent brain tumor discovery has renewed interest in full-body MRIs, medical groups warn the screening risks outweigh the benefits.

  11. Sun

    Explainer · Business and Finance · United States

    Why KFC became KFC — and why the old myths still linger

  12. Sun

    Explainer · Health · World

    Would you trust a tiny dental robot? Basel researchers say it could one day cut crown appointments

  13. Sun

    Explainer · Technology · United States

    Meta shuts down Instagram AI image tool after backlash over public accounts: what changed and why it mattered

    Meta disabled its Instagram Muse Image tool after backlash from SAG-AFTRA and users over using public accounts as AI reference material.

  14. Sat

    Explainer · Health · United States

    What your resting heart rate can tell you about your health

  15. Sat

    Explainer · Technology · United States

    More than 554,000 Kobalt yard tools recalled over battery fire risk tied to USB-C charging

  16. Fri

    Explainer · Technology · United States

    Apple’s early security update shows how AI is changing the patch race

    Apple released iOS 26.5.2 and macOS Tahoe 26.5.2 early to protect iPhone, iPad, and Mac users from AI-accelerated cyber threats.

  17. Tue

    News: Politics · United States

    State Department updates Venezuela travel warning, cites earthquakes and violent crime

  18. Tue

    News: Health · World

    Experimental E. coli vaccine shows early promise against severe childhood diarrhea

  19. Sat

    News: Crime and Justice · United States

    Paul Pelosi faces possible hit-and-run case after Napa County crash, sheriff’s office says

  20. June 2026

    14 stories: 1 investigation, 2 explainers, 11 news stories

  21. Sat

    Explainer · Crime and Justice · United States

    Unexpected envelope in your mailbox? Do not scan the QR code

    The U.S. Postal Inspection Service warns South Dakota residents not to scan QR codes in unexpected mail, citing a rise in brushing scams.

  22. Sat

    News: Military · World

    Bahrain says Iranian drones crossed its territory as Gulf states condemn attack

  23. Sat

    News: Crime and Justice · United States

    Judge declares mistrial in Jonathan Rinderknecht Palisades Fire arson case

  24. Sat

    News: Election · United States

    Newsom says he will vote no on California billionaire tax, calls for federal levy instead

  25. Sat

    News: Travel · United States

    Viral grizzly video spotlights bear safety on Alberta trail near Mount Engadine Lodge

  26. Sat

    News: Politics · United States

    Carville says he can’t stay in same party as Mamdani-backed candidates, urges Democratic ‘schism’

  27. Thu

    News: Business and Finance · United States

    Florida tattoo shop says it will turn away military members and veterans after anti-service post sparks backlash

    Revival Tattoo Collective in Florida announced it will refuse service to active-duty military members and veterans after an anti-military post.

  28. Thu

    News: Crime and Justice · United States

    Supreme Court strikes down Hawaii law requiring permit holders to get property owners’ consent

  29. Thu

    Explainer · Travel · United States

    How a 17-year-old’s flag project became a stop on state capitol tours

  30. Thu

    News: Food and Dining · United States

    Three Wendy’s employees charged after police said food was taken from trash and spat on in Union, South Carolina

  31. Thu

    News: Health · World

    Shark attack survivor wakes from coma and tells family ‘I love you’ at Sydney bedside

  32. Thu

    News: Health · United States

    Nearly 6,000 pounds of frozen meatloaf meals recalled over undeclared soy, USDA says

  33. Mon

    News: Election · United States

    Maryland removes Ian Andre Roberts from voter rolls after years of scrutiny, GOP delegate says confidence is eroding

    Maryland officials removed Ian Andre Roberts from voter rolls after records showed he was registered for over a decade and listed twice.

  34. Sat

    Investigation · Travel · United States

    World Cup travel boom is making diners, gas stations and grocery aisles part of the U.S. itinerary