Fact brief: Is it illegal for the South Dakota state government to run a deficit?
South Dakota ended fiscal year 2026 with a $69 million surplus. The state budget was $7.5 billion.
New project illustrates SD's love-hate relationship with solar power
While power companies and state officials show interest in the renewable power source, opposition from neighbors dims the shine on some ventures.
Number of SD Republicans at an all-time high ahead of runoff
How historic and current voter registration numbers illustrate the unprecedented nature of the July 28 gubernatorial runoff.
South Dakota T. rex fetches $50 million at auction
"Gus" was found in 2021 on a Harding County ranch.
Fact brief: Will Christine Erickson be first female mayor of the 3 state’s biggest cities?
As Sioux Falls prepares to swear in its first female mayor, have Rapid City and Aberdeen ever elected women to lead their cities?
South Dakota voter guide
Everything to know about registering and voting in statewide elections, and who and what are on the ballot.
Rhoden's career, legislative record, campaign finances
The rancher and welder from Union Center in western South Dakota has served 25 years in state government.