Painting a better picture: More funding, partnerships could boost juvenile diversion services
Diversion programs can help low-offending juveniles avoid getting entangled in the criminal justice system. Lawmakers recently upped the reimbursement rate to counties for these programs, but not every community has the same resources.
Bipartisan cooperation is focus of Chiesman Democracy Conference at USD
Daylong March 26 gathering in Vermillion is free and includes lunch
Who leads South Dakota if Noem runs for vice president? 'I still get to be governor' she says.
Noem is among Donald Trump’s top picks for his running mate. The South Dakota Constitution might keep her from doing both jobs at once.
Sports betting delivers a new jackpot for Deadwood casinos
The addition of glitzy betting areas surrounded by massive TVs showing all manner of sporting events has provided Deadwood a jolt of new energy, new clientele and new revenues.
Hand counting vs. voting machines: Debate rages in South Dakota
Nearly 90% of county officials who administer elections in the state don't find hand counts effective or efficient. Activists counter that they don't trust the machines.
Airbnb, Vrbo rental laws remain a puzzle in South Dakota
'You get people who want to move here and put down roots, but they can't'
Here are the 4 ballot measures South Dakota voters could have a say on this election
Citizen-led issues on abortion, open primaries and a grocery tax are sure things, and recreational pot is a possibility